POST 08/284 : DIRECTOR: EMPLOYEE WELLNESS REF NO: HRMC 6/26/3
Chief Directorate: Employee Relations, Health and Wellness
SALARY : R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Head Office: Tshwane

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in Social Work or Psychology at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA. 5 Years’ experience in Middle / Senior Managerial level is required. Experience in an Employee Wellness environment is required. Knowledge of Employee Wellness Policy and Best Practice. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and TB Management Policy. Knowledge of the Public Service
Regulatory Framework. Understanding of Departmental Legislations and Prescripts. Understanding of the Mental Health Act. Knowledge of health and Productivity Policy. Knowledge of Relevant Safety and Health Legislation and Act. Understanding of Health Professions Act of South Africa (HPCSA). Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). A valid Driver’s License. Required skills and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Decision making. People management and empowerment. Project management. Problem solving and analysis. Business report writing. Conflict Management and Resolution. Time management. Planning and organizing. Sound persuading and influencing. Stakeholder and client relations. Financial
Management. Change Management. Computer Literacy. Business report writing. Counselling. Support digital transformation. Patriotism, Honesty and Integrity.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Manage, lead and direct Quality of Work Life Management programmes. Manage the development of Employment Assistance Programme (EAP) including Peer education programmes and strategies. Lead and direct the coordination of counselling programmes related to Chronic Illness programmes. Oversee the promotion healthy lifestyle and awareness campaigns through calendar awareness events. Manage the development, implementation and monitoring of HIV/ AIDS, TB, Wellness Management and Health and Productivity (psychosomatic and chronic illnesses) policies.
Participate in the establishment of the wellness committee to support the department. Manage the coordination and implementation process on education, awareness campaign, planning of sports, wellness, care and support incapacity due to ill-health and prevention programmes and projects. Manage the development of vibrant co-curricular to support seamless information sharing initiatives, educational opportunities to reinforce healthy living lifestyle. Manage and monitor life skills for employees (stress, finances, relationships, substance abuse, trauma, HIV/AIDS, family matters, etc. Manage the implementation of emotional and psychosocial support programmes to employees and their family members. Manage working relationship with external service providers (medical specialists, Psychiatrists, GEMS, Health, etc.). Oversee all services rendered by employee health and wellness contractors according to the agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Manage psychological assessments and intervention initiatives (mental health initiatives). Manage the coordination of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) processes. Manage and implement strategic objectives within the directorate. Ensure effective governance and compliance within the
directorate. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements. Support digital transformation.

ENQUIRIES : Head Office: Mr JS Modipa Tel No: (012) 406 4243
APPLICATIONS : Compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or hrrecruitment@dha.gov.za

CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2026
NOTE : Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za sent to the correct address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the closing date, accompanied by a fully completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za