Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/62 · Ref DHET 21/09/2026
DEPUTY DIRECTOR EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
- CentrePretoria
- LevelLevel 11
Closing date: 4 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 32 of 2026
- Page No.
- 19–20
- Circular Post
- 32/62
- Reference number
- DHET 21/09/2026
- Department
- Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
- Directorate
- Employee Health And Wellness Programmes
- Centre
- Pretoria
- Salary
- R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
- Closing date
- 18 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
The listed centre is Pretoria.
Applications close on 18 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- An Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma qualification (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management / Social Work / Psychology / Occupational Health / Public Health as recognized by SAQA.
- Registration with statutory bodies like South African Council for Social Services Council Professions (SACSSP) as a social worker;
- Health Professions Council of South Africa as registered counsellor/ clinical psychologists.
- 3–5 years’ experience at Junior Managerial level (ASD) in Employee Health and Wellness environment.
- Knowledge: Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, DPSA Employee Health and Wellness Strategic Framework, Occupational Health and Safety Act, HIV &
- AIDS and TB management policies.
- Skills: Programme and project management, financial management, Communication and interpersonal skills, Presentation and Analytical skills, Facilitation, Policy Development, Strategic planning and Problem-solving.
- Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively.
- A valid drivers’ licence is essential.
Duties
- Manage the development and implementation of Employee Health and Wellness Strategy and Programmes, Lead the development and review of the Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) Strategy aligned to departmental strategic objectives, Oversee the implementation of EHW programmes (wellness, HIV &
- AIDS, TB, mental health, etc.),Ensure alignment with DPSA EHW Strategic Framework and other relevant prescripts, Develop annual implementation plans and monitor programme delivery, Integrate EHW initiatives with broader HR and organisational development strategies, Identify emerging wellness risks and design appropriate interventions, Manage Employee Wellness and Health Promotion Programmes, Oversee implementation of employee wellness programmes (e.g. health screenings, awareness campaigns), Ensure provision of Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services, Promote mental health and psychosocial support initiatives, Monitor utilisation and effectiveness of wellness services, Coordinate wellness events and campaigns (e.g.
- World AIDS Day, Mental Health Awareness), Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in employee support services.
- Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting on employee health and wellness programmes, Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks for EHW programmes, Track performance against targets and key indicators, Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports, Analyse trends and provide recommendations for improvement, Ensure compliance with reporting requirements (internal and external), Provide advisory services and Stakeholder Management, Provide strategic advice to management on EHW matters, Liaise with internal stakeholders (HR, Labour Relations, OHS committees),Engage external stakeholders (service providers, government departments, NGOs),Represent the Department in EHW forums and committees, Facilitate awareness and capacity-building initiatives for managers and employees, Management of all resources of the unit, Manage the unit and Supervise support staff and Developing and managing the EH&W budget, ensuring efficient, economical, and effective use of funds.N.B.
- All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
Enquiries
Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
Notes and Z83 guidance
Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83.
- Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
- Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification).
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements.
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This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 32 of 2026 for reference.
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POST 32/62 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS REF NO: DHET 21/09/2026
Branch: Corporate Services
Directorate: Employee Health And Wellness Programmes
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma qualification (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management / Social Work / Psychology /
Occupational Health / Public Health as recognized by SAQA. Registration with statutory bodies like South African Council for Social Services Council
Professions (SACSSP) as a social worker; Health Professions Council of South
Africa as registered counsellor/ clinical psychologists. 3–5 years’ experience at
Junior Managerial level (ASD) in Employee Health and Wellness environment.
Knowledge: Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele
Principles, DPSA Employee Health and Wellness Strategic Framework,
Occupational Health and Safety Act, HIV & AIDS and TB management policies.
Skills: Programme and project management, financial management,
Communication and interpersonal skills, Presentation and Analytical skills,
Facilitation, Policy Development, Strategic planning and Problem-solving.
Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively. A valid drivers’ licence is essential.
DUTIES : Manage the development and implementation of Employee Health and Wellness Strategy and Programmes, Lead the development and review of the
Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) Strategy aligned to departmental strategic objectives, Oversee the implementation of EHW programmes
(wellness, HIV & AIDS, TB, mental health, etc.),Ensure alignment with DPSA
EHW Strategic Framework and other relevant prescripts, Develop annual implementation plans and monitor programme delivery, Integrate EHW
initiatives with broader HR and organisational development strategies, Identify
emerging wellness risks and design appropriate interventions, Manage
Employee Wellness and Health Promotion Programmes, Oversee implementation of employee wellness programmes (e.g. health screenings,
awareness campaigns), Ensure provision of Employee Assistance Programme
(EAP) services, Promote mental health and psychosocial support initiatives,
Monitor utilisation and effectiveness of wellness services, Coordinate wellness events and campaigns (e.g. World AIDS Day, Mental Health Awareness),
Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in employee support services.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting on employee health and wellness programmes, Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks for EHW
programmes, Track performance against targets and key indicators, Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports, Analyse trends and provide
recommendations for improvement, Ensure compliance with reporting
requirements (internal and external), Provide advisory services and
Stakeholder Management, Provide strategic advice to management on EHW matters, Liaise with internal stakeholders (HR, Labour Relations, OHS
committees),Engage external stakeholders (service providers, government departments, NGOs),Represent the Department in EHW forums and
committees, Facilitate awareness and capacity-building initiatives for managers and employees, Management of all resources of the unit, Manage
the unit and Supervise support staff and Developing and managing the EH&W budget, ensuring efficient, economical, and effective use of funds.N.B. All
shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
NOTE : Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and
a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the
digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support
the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates
for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the
minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate.
No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course
visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous
employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and
practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”.
Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the
Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements.
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026
Branch: Corporate Services
Directorate: Employee Health And Wellness Programmes
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma qualification (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management / Social Work / Psychology /
Occupational Health / Public Health as recognized by SAQA. Registration with statutory bodies like South African Council for Social Services Council
Professions (SACSSP) as a social worker; Health Professions Council of South
Africa as registered counsellor/ clinical psychologists. 3–5 years’ experience at
Junior Managerial level (ASD) in Employee Health and Wellness environment.
Knowledge: Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele
Principles, DPSA Employee Health and Wellness Strategic Framework,
Occupational Health and Safety Act, HIV & AIDS and TB management policies.
Skills: Programme and project management, financial management,
Communication and interpersonal skills, Presentation and Analytical skills,
Facilitation, Policy Development, Strategic planning and Problem-solving.
Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively. A valid drivers’ licence is essential.
DUTIES : Manage the development and implementation of Employee Health and Wellness Strategy and Programmes, Lead the development and review of the
Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) Strategy aligned to departmental strategic objectives, Oversee the implementation of EHW programmes
(wellness, HIV & AIDS, TB, mental health, etc.),Ensure alignment with DPSA
EHW Strategic Framework and other relevant prescripts, Develop annual implementation plans and monitor programme delivery, Integrate EHW
initiatives with broader HR and organisational development strategies, Identify
emerging wellness risks and design appropriate interventions, Manage
Employee Wellness and Health Promotion Programmes, Oversee implementation of employee wellness programmes (e.g. health screenings,
awareness campaigns), Ensure provision of Employee Assistance Programme
(EAP) services, Promote mental health and psychosocial support initiatives,
Monitor utilisation and effectiveness of wellness services, Coordinate wellness events and campaigns (e.g. World AIDS Day, Mental Health Awareness),
Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in employee support services.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting on employee health and wellness programmes, Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks for EHW
programmes, Track performance against targets and key indicators, Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports, Analyse trends and provide
recommendations for improvement, Ensure compliance with reporting
requirements (internal and external), Provide advisory services and
Stakeholder Management, Provide strategic advice to management on EHW matters, Liaise with internal stakeholders (HR, Labour Relations, OHS
committees),Engage external stakeholders (service providers, government departments, NGOs),Represent the Department in EHW forums and
committees, Facilitate awareness and capacity-building initiatives for managers and employees, Management of all resources of the unit, Manage
the unit and Supervise support staff and Developing and managing the EH&W budget, ensuring efficient, economical, and effective use of funds.N.B. All
shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
NOTE : Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and
a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the
digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support
the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates
for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the
minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate.
No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course
visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous
employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and
practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”.
Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the
Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements.
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026