Department of Health Administrative Clerk Vacancy – Central Office Johannesburg
The Gauteng Department of Health (Central Office Johannesburg) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for an Administrative Clerk position. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong administrative, clerical, and office management skills who are looking to build a career in the public service.
Job Details (Central Office Johannesburg)
- Position: Administrative Clerk
- Reference Number: refs/035426
- Directorate: Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Number of Posts: 1
- Salary Package: R228 321 per annum (plus government benefits)
- Employer: Department of Health
- Closing Date: 20 February 2026
Minimum Requirements
- National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Office Management, Public Administration, or Management will be an added advantage
Knowledge Areas
- Clerical duties and administrative practices
- Computer operations and data/statistics collection
- Public Service legislative framework
- Office systems and working procedures
Skills and Competencies
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Basic problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Personal Attributes
- High ethical standards
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Professional conduct and accountability
Key Responsibilities
- Record, organise, capture, and retrieve correspondence and data
- Maintain incoming and outgoing registers
- Handle routine enquiries, scanning, and photocopying
- Maintain filing systems and type official correspondence
- Liaise with stakeholders regarding procurement of goods and services
- Obtain quotations and complete procurement documentation
- Manage office stationery stock control
- Maintain asset registers
- Update leave, attendance, and personnel records
- Capture and update expenditure records
- Verify subsistence and travel claims
- Manage petty cash and telephone accounts
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online only through the official Gauteng E-Recruitment system. Hand-delivered, emailed, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Applicants must submit:
- A fully completed and signed new Z83 application form
- A recently updated and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Failure to submit a completed Z83 form and detailed CV will result in disqualification.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents (not older than six months) during the interview process.
Important Notes
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA and accompanied by a valid evaluation certificate
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification, and employment verification
- Skills or knowledge assessments may be conducted where applicable
- The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance in line with occupational health and safety requirements
- The Department of Health promotes employment equity and reserves the right not to fill the post
Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
