Circular 30 of 2026 · Post 30/26
PHARMACEUTICAL POLICY SPECIALIST
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 13 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 30 of 2026
- Page No.
- 4
- Circular Post
- 30/26
- Department
- Department of Health (DoH)
- Closing date
- 7 September 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
Applications close on 7 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
Grade 1: R1 137 354 per annum Grade 2: R1 241 454 per annum
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Vacancy information
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.
- Centre
- Pretoria
- Salary information
- Grade 1: R1 137 354 per annum Grade 2: R1 241 454 per annum
Requirements
- Grade 1: A A-Pharm degree, current registration as a Pharmacist plus a minimum of five (5) years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC.
- Grade 2: B-Pharm degree, current registration as a pharmacist plus thirteen (13) years appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC.
- Salary grade will be determined in accordance with the above requirements as per the OSD.
- Qualifications and years of experience required are indicated above.
- Knowledge of evidence-based medicine, clinical pharmacology, rational medicine use, basic health financing and pharmaco-economics.
- Knowledge and understanding of the National Drug Policy, National Health Policy, Medicine and Related Substances Control Act 101, Pharmacy Act 53, NHI Act 20, as amended and Public Finance Management Act.
- Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, planning, organizing, analytical, critical thinking, clinical research, presentation, problem solving abilities, strategy and policy development, supervisory and computer skills (MS Office package).
- Ability to work independently and selfmotivated.
- A valid driver’s license.
Duties
- Management of pharmaceutical products item specifications.
- Review item specifications list based on previous applicable contract and ensure that all proposed changes previously recommended by the BEC are considered.
- Oversee all matters pertaining to the compilation of the items’ specifications, ensuring that each specification is clear, unbiased, unequivocal and not brand specific.
- Management of Bid advertisement and closure.
- Oversee the bid advertisement ensuring that: item specification list is finalised, SRCC is signed off, all relevant documents are published via Government Printing Works (GPW).
- Prepare the presentation pack for the briefing sessions.
- Management of Bid evaluations.
- Perform technical evaluation of bids, which will include but not limited to: analysis of security of supply inclusive of API source, manufacturing sites and production capacity, Validation of products compliance with legislative requirements and specifications.
- Prepare the technical evaluation report for tabling at the Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) meeting.
- Management of the adjudication of the bids.
- Quality assurance of the Departmental Bid Adjudication Committee (DBAC) submissions.
- Ensure DBAC submissions are done within project plan timelines.
- Management of tender award and contracted items.
- Quality assurance the DG submissions for awards, the drafted letter of acceptance and rejection as well as the contract circular.
- Risk management.
- Develop, maintain and review identified SOPs on an annual basis.
- Respond to audit queries that pertain to the administrative aspects of the tender process ensuring appropriate drafting on request.
Enquiries
Ms R Sonne Tel No: (012) 935 8458
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X399, Pretoria, 0001. Hand delivered application may be submitted at Reception (Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria Townlands 351-JR or should be forwarded to recruitment@health.gov.za quoting the reference number on the subject e-mail.
Notes and Z83 guidance
- 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.
- 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. Following the interview and technical exercise for SMS posts, 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 batteries.
- Applications should be submitted on the new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service department and should be accompanied by a CV only (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed). The Z83 must be fully completed (in line with DPSA Practice note), failure to comply will automatically disqualify the applicant.
- Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant documents on application. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested prior to the final selection phase.
- Applications should be on one PDF format (If emailed).
- 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). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
- 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.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 30 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 30/26 : PHARMACEUTICAL POLICY SPECIALIST REF NO: NDOH 68/2026 Chief Directorate: Affordable Medicines
SALARY : Grade 1: R1 137 354 per annum Grade 2: R1 241 454 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: A A-Pharm degree, current registration as a Pharmacist plus a minimum of five (5) years’ appropriate experience after registration as a
Pharmacist with the SAPC. Grade 2: B-Pharm degree, current registration as a pharmacist plus thirteen (13) years appropriate experience after registration
as a Pharmacist with the SAPC. Salary grade will be determined in accordance with the above requirements as per the OSD. Qualifications and years of
experience required are indicated above. Knowledge of evidence-based medicine, clinical pharmacology, rational medicine use, basic health financing
and pharmaco-economics. Knowledge and understanding of the National Drug
Policy, National Health Policy, Medicine and Related Substances Control Act
101, Pharmacy Act 53, NHI Act 20, as amended and Public Finance
Management Act. Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, planning, organizing, analytical, critical thinking, clinical research, presentation,
problem solving abilities, strategy and policy development, supervisory and computer skills (MS Office package). Ability to work independently and selfmotivated. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Management of pharmaceutical products item specifications. Review item specifications list based on previous applicable contract and ensure that all
proposed changes previously recommended by the BEC are considered.
Oversee all matters pertaining to the compilation of the items’ specifications, ensuring that each specification is clear, unbiased, unequivocal and not brand
specific. Management of Bid advertisement and closure. Oversee the bid advertisement ensuring that: item specification list is finalised, SRCC is signed
off, all relevant documents are published via Government Printing Works
(GPW). Prepare the presentation pack for the briefing sessions. Management of Bid evaluations. Perform technical evaluation of bids, which will include but
not limited to: analysis of security of supply inclusive of API source, manufacturing sites and production capacity, Validation of products compliance
with legislative requirements and specifications. Prepare the technical evaluation report for tabling at the Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) meeting.
Management of the adjudication of the bids. Quality assurance of the
Departmental Bid Adjudication Committee (DBAC) submissions. Ensure DBAC submissions are done within project plan timelines. Management of tender
award and contracted items. Quality assurance the DG submissions for awards, the drafted letter of acceptance and rejection as well as the contract
circular. Risk management. Develop, maintain and review identified SOPs on an annual basis. Respond to audit queries that pertain to the administrative
aspects of the tender process ensuring appropriate drafting on request.
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Sonne Tel No: (012) 935 8458
SALARY : Grade 1: R1 137 354 per annum Grade 2: R1 241 454 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: A A-Pharm degree, current registration as a Pharmacist plus a minimum of five (5) years’ appropriate experience after registration as a
Pharmacist with the SAPC. Grade 2: B-Pharm degree, current registration as a pharmacist plus thirteen (13) years appropriate experience after registration
as a Pharmacist with the SAPC. Salary grade will be determined in accordance with the above requirements as per the OSD. Qualifications and years of
experience required are indicated above. Knowledge of evidence-based medicine, clinical pharmacology, rational medicine use, basic health financing
and pharmaco-economics. Knowledge and understanding of the National Drug
Policy, National Health Policy, Medicine and Related Substances Control Act
101, Pharmacy Act 53, NHI Act 20, as amended and Public Finance
Management Act. Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, planning, organizing, analytical, critical thinking, clinical research, presentation,
problem solving abilities, strategy and policy development, supervisory and computer skills (MS Office package). Ability to work independently and selfmotivated. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Management of pharmaceutical products item specifications. Review item specifications list based on previous applicable contract and ensure that all
proposed changes previously recommended by the BEC are considered.
Oversee all matters pertaining to the compilation of the items’ specifications, ensuring that each specification is clear, unbiased, unequivocal and not brand
specific. Management of Bid advertisement and closure. Oversee the bid advertisement ensuring that: item specification list is finalised, SRCC is signed
off, all relevant documents are published via Government Printing Works
(GPW). Prepare the presentation pack for the briefing sessions. Management of Bid evaluations. Perform technical evaluation of bids, which will include but
not limited to: analysis of security of supply inclusive of API source, manufacturing sites and production capacity, Validation of products compliance
with legislative requirements and specifications. Prepare the technical evaluation report for tabling at the Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) meeting.
Management of the adjudication of the bids. Quality assurance of the
Departmental Bid Adjudication Committee (DBAC) submissions. Ensure DBAC submissions are done within project plan timelines. Management of tender
award and contracted items. Quality assurance the DG submissions for awards, the drafted letter of acceptance and rejection as well as the contract
circular. Risk management. Develop, maintain and review identified SOPs on an annual basis. Respond to audit queries that pertain to the administrative
aspects of the tender process ensuring appropriate drafting on request.
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Sonne Tel No: (012) 935 8458