Department of Health Administration Clerk (Level 5) – Johannesburg FPS
The Department of Health in Johannesburg is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Administration Clerk (Level 5) within the Forensic Pathology Service. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with strong administrative, organisational, and communication skills who are looking to build a career in the public health sector.
Job Details (Johannesburg)
- Position: Administration Clerk (Level 5)
- Reference Number: REFS/035506
- Directorate: Forensic Pathology Service
- Number of Posts: 2
- Salary Package: R228 321.00 per annum (plus benefits)
- Employer: Department of Health
- Location: Johannesburg FPS
- Closing Date: 04 March 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following qualifications:
- Senior Certificate / Grade 12, or
- National Diploma or Degree in Public Management, Management Assistant, or a related qualification
Additional requirements include:
- Proven experience in an administration clerk role (advantageous)
- Valid driver’s licence
- Computer literacy in MS Office (proof required)
- Strong office administration and organisational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Knowledge of public service legislative frameworks
- High attention to detail, especially in reports and records
- Basic bookkeeping, filing, archiving, and office planning skills
- Good time management and punctuality
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Assisting with the management and organisation of the post-mortem area and operational office
- Providing efficient administrative support to internal and external stakeholders
- Systematic monitoring of human remains admitted and released
- Daily updating of registers using MS Excel to ensure accurate statistics
- Record-keeping of unidentified, unclaimed, and stored human remains
- Handling telephonic enquiries and liaising with doctors, SAPS, funeral undertakers, and families
- Compiling cremation documentation
- Assisting with Human Resource Management, Asset Management, and Performance Management administration
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via the Gauteng Provincial Government E-Recruitment Portal. 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)
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents (not older than 6 months).
Important Notes
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA and accompanied by an evaluation certificate
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, qualification, and employment verification
- Skills or knowledge assessments may be conducted where applicable
- The recommended candidate may be required to undergo medical surveillance in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- The Department of Health is committed to employment equity and encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply
- The Department reserves the right not to fill the post
