DPSA Vacancy – Apply Now for Department of Health Job Vacancy

NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
The Department of Health is registered with the Department of Labour as a designated Employer and the
filling of the following posts will be in line with the Employment Equity Act (including people with
disabilities).

APPLICATIONS	:	The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X828, Pretoria.
		0001. Hand delivered applications may be submitted at Reception (Brown
		application Box), Civitas Building, corner of Thabo Sehume (formerly known as
		Andries) and Struben streets. Pretoria.
FOR ATTENTION	:	Ms M Shitiba
NOTE	:	All short-listed candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise
		that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will
		be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical
		exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic
		managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on
		the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency
		assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated
		DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applications should be submitted on
		form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service Department, and should be
		accompanied by a CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed)
		and certified copies of qualification certificates (including Senior Certificate/Grade
		12 certificate regardless of the qualification requirement indicated in the advert),
		service certificates, including ID and driver’s licence. (certified copies of certificates
		should not be older than three months) No faxed or e-mailed applications will be
		considered. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not
		comply with the requirements will not be considered. It is the applicant’s
		responsibility to have foreign qualifications and national certificates (where
		applicable) evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The
		Department reserves the right not to fill the posts. The successful candidate will be
		subjected to personnel suitability checks and other vetting procedures. Applicants
		are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to short-listed
		candidates only. If notification of an interview is not received within three (3)
		months after the closing date, candidates may regard their application as
		unsuccessful. The Department will not be liable where applicants use incorrect/no
		reference number(s) on their applications.
		MANAGEMENT ECHELON
POST 46/10	:	SENIOR MONITORING & EVALUATION, RESEARCH SPECIALIST
		(DIRECTOR LEVEL) (CONTRACT POST ENDING SEPTEMBER 2019) (REF
		NDOH 65/2017)
SALARY	:	An all-inclusive remuneration package of R 948 174 per annum [basic salary
		consists of 70% of total package, the State’s contribution to the Government
		Employee’s Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion]. The flexible
		portion of the package can be structured according to Senior Management Service
		Guidelines.
CENTRE	:	Chief Directorate: Global Fund- Pretoria.
REQUIREMENTS	:	A four-year Bachelor Degree or equivalent NQF 7 qualification in Public Health or
		Biostatistics or Demography. A postgraduate qualification will be an advantage. At
		least five (5) years’ experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and Research at a
		middle/senior managerial level. Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant
		prescripts and application of human resources as well as understanding of the
		legislative framework governing the Public Service. In-depth knowledge of health
		related software packages. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation principles and
		their application. Broad knowledge of the HIV and AIDS epidemic and programme.
		Broad knowledge and understanding of the National Strategic Plan for HIV and
		AIDS, TB and Malaria. Good communication (verbal and written), people
		management, problem solving, policy analysis and development, strategic
		planning, time management, project management, diversity management,

		facilitation, coordination, leadership, planning and organising skills. Ability to work
		in a highly pressured environment and driven by a sense of urgency to meet
		deadlines. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES	:	Provide leadership and monitoring and evaluation support to the Global Fund Chief
		Directorate and Sub-Recipients (SRs) to ensure compliance with Global Fund
		policies and guidelines. Implement the grant in accordance with the Global Fund
		policies and guidelines. Oversee all research and strengthening of monitoring and
		evaluation systems in consultation with National Department of Health Global Fund
		supported activities. Manage all research projects and evaluations for the grant at
		Principal Recipient (PR) level. Oversee the preparation, review and submission of
		monitoring and evaluation aspects of the grant. Develop and implement systems
		to guarantee submission of quality reports to the Local Fund Agent and the Global
		Fund. Ensure integration with the department’s research agenda, health research
		policy and addresses the country’s health research priorities. Collaborate with
		other Chief Directorates and Directorates to support departmental research
		initiatives. Set specific key indicators and manage resources (physical, human and
		financial). Manage assets and monitor use of funding by ensuring 100%
		expenditure of monitoring and evaluation budget.
ENQUIRIES	:	Mr F D Demana at Tel.No: (012) 395 8072
CLOSING DATE	:	05 December 2017
		OTHER POST
POST 46/11	:	MEDICINES CONTROL OFFICER (REF NO: NDOH 64/2017)
SALARY	:	GRADE 1: R530 025 per annum. A four-year degree in Pharmacy.
		GRADE 2: R615 111 per annum. Registration as a Pharmacist OR B-Pharm
		degree with a minimum of eight (8) years appropriate experience
		GRADE 3: R703 314 per annum. Registration as a Pharmacist with a minimum of
		eight (8) years appropriate experience OR B-Pharm degree with a minimum of
		sixteen (16) years appropriate experience.
CENTRE	:	Chief Directorate: Food Control, Pharmaceutical Trade and Product Regulation.
		Directorate: Inspectorate and Law Enforcement. Pretoria.
REQUIREMENTS	:	Qualification and years of experience required are indicated above. Experience in
		the Pharmaceutical environment. Sound and in-depth knowledge of the Medicines
		and Related Substances Act 101, 1965 as amended and the regulations pertaining
		to the Act. Knowledge of Criminal Procedure Act, Public Finance Management Act,
		Promotion of Access to Information Act and Promotion of Administrative Justice
		Act. Good communication (verbal and written), presentation, statistical analysis,
		time management, leadership qualities, interpersonal, planning, organising,
		supervisory, investigation and computer skills (MS Office package).
DUTIES	:	Prepare expert reports and attend to cases for prosecution in terms of the relevant
		Health Acts. Investigate complaints regarding contravention of Act 101. Issue out
		warning letters to transgressing companies or individuals. Monitor and control
		border posts and mail centres for importation and exportation of medicines and
		related substances. Conduct training on border management personnel on
		handling of importation and exportation of medicines. Monitor compliance with the
		provision of the Medicines Act and other related Health Acts. Carry out inspection
		on hemp farms and pharmaceutical companies as well as places where schedule
		5,6,7 & 8 substances are kept. Communicate with the Industry, public and
		Medicines Control Council, Health Professional and stakeholders. Conduct
		presentations to other government departments and healthcare industry on illegal
		medical products. Foster and develop networks on pharmaceutical crime with
		other regulatory authorities and relevant stakeholders. Prepare reports for
		consideration by the Medicines Control Council, Director-General and Minister.
		Evaluate threats in pharmaceutical products and advise to the Medicines Control
		Council on measures to be adopted.
ENQUIRIES	:	Mr J Molokwane at tel no (012) 395 9360 / Mr M G Molewa at Tel No (012) 395
		9318
NOTE	:	Salary grade will be determined in accordance with the above requirements as per
		the OSD. Original certified certificates of service must be submitted with your
		application as well as proof of registration as a Pharmacist.

CLOSING DATE : 05 December 2017 Closing Time: 12h00 Midday