The National Department of Health (NDoH) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Administration Clerk: Production within the Directorate: Mental Health and Substance Abuse. This opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking a stable public service career with growth potential in a critical healthcare support environment.
Position: Administration Clerk: Production
- Reference Number: NDOH 4/2026
- Directorate: Mental Health and Substance Abuse
- Location: Pretoria
- Salary: R228 321 per annum (plus competitive benefits)
- Closing Date: 23 February 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
- Knowledge of general clerical duties and administrative practices
- Ability to capture data, operate a computer, and compile statistics
- Understanding of the Public Service legislative framework
- Knowledge of working procedures within a public sector environment
- Sound understanding of records management (electronic and manual)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills, flexibility, planning, and organisational ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Package)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Performing administrative procedures related to the care, treatment, and rehabilitation of state patients and mentally ill prisoners
- Receiving, processing, and submitting admission documents to the Deputy Director
- Administering and maintaining accurate records of state patients and mentally ill prisoners
- Updating electronic and manual record systems, including tracking patient movements
- Handling all enquiries related to forensic mental health records and documentation
- Responding to routine telephonic and written enquiries
- Providing administrative support to the directorate and sub-directorate, including special projects
- Checking the accuracy of subsistence and travel claims and submitting them for approval
- Assisting with travel arrangements, accommodation, transport, and parking when required
Enquiries
- Contact Person: Mr Bashu Pule
- Telephone: (012) 395 9533
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted to:
The Director-General
National Department of Health
Private Bag X399
Pretoria, 0001
Alternatively, applications may be:
- Hand delivered to Reception (Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Road, Pretoria Townlands 351-JR
- Emailed to: recruitment@health.gov.za (quote the reference number in the subject line)
For Attention: Ms M Shitiba
This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s public healthcare administration while building a long-term career within the National Department of Health. Apply before the closing date to be considered.
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