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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Department of Roads and Transport

Salary band

R 487 197

Closing date

7 August 2026

Reference

REFS/050352

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About this role

Department

Department of Roads and Transport

Location

Johannesburg (Head Office)

Salary

R487 197 per annum (Level 09), (plus benefit)

Requirements

and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e.g. Reference Number (NMH/THRT2026) Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers. Please note that due to a large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited for interview. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different Occupational Categories in the Department). OTHER POST

Duties

Develop and promote disease and chronic illnesses management programmes. Manage and promote mental health and psychosomatic illnesses. Manage injury on duty and incapacity due to ill health. Develop and implement policies, procedures, guidelines and promote occupational health education. Manage resources (Human / equipment / Assets). Conduct awareness programmes on the functions and purpose of health surveillance and the relevant laws and regulations. Develop and implement a toolkit for Mental Health Promotion in the workplace which looks at practical steps for addressing mental health. Measure the impact of programmes that reduce the psychosocial and physical demands of the workplace that trigger stress. Develop and implement strategies to reduce stigma and discrimination against people living with mental diseases as well as the promotion of human rights and wellness. Provide and promote utilization of counselling and support services. Develop cost effective health care programmes to quantify Return on investment ROI. Develop Departmental Health and Productivity Management Policy and flexible policies that address work-life balance. Coordinate the implementation of wellness programmes, projects and interventions. Manage staff Plan, organize and control activities pertaining to the functions of the

Enquiries

Ms. A. Mkhombo Tel No: (011) 355 7521 / Ms. P. Mabasa Tel No: (011) 355 7175

Notes

Directions to Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Applications are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant docu

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Requirements

·and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment
·The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e
·Reference Number (NMH/THRT2026) Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants
·The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers
·Please note that due to a large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome
·Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful
·Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited for interview
·(This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different Occupational Categories in the Department)

Key Duties

·Develop and promote disease and chronic illnesses management programmes
·Manage and promote mental health and psychosomatic illnesses
·Manage injury on duty and incapacity due to ill health
·Develop and implement policies, procedures, guidelines and promote occupational health education
·Manage resources (Human / equipment / Assets)
·Conduct awareness programmes on the functions and purpose of health surveillance and the relevant laws and regulations
·Develop and implement a toolkit for Mental Health Promotion in the workplace which looks at practical steps for addressing mental health
·Measure the impact of programmes that reduce the psychosocial and physical demands of the workplace that trigger stress
·Develop and implement strategies to reduce stigma and discrimination against people living with mental diseases as well as the promotion of human rights and wellness
·Provide and promote utilization of counselling and support services

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to ditprecruit58@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH AND WELLNESS position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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