Assistant Director, Administration & Logistics

Department of Health; Heidelberg; On-site; ZAR 414,000 - 477,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health is seeking an Assistant Director: Administration and Support for a single post in Gauteng. The role reports to the Chief Executive Officer and oversees logistics, admin procedures and facilities management across multiple support functions.

The post requires Grade 12, a relevant Bachelor's degree or diploma, and at least 5 years in management or supervision within a hospital environment, including IT and logistics knowledge. Closing date 11 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with at least 5 years’ hospital experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma or relevant qualification in area of responsibility.
• 5+ years’ experience in management / supervision.
• Extensive knowledge of Admin procedures, logistics (security, linen, cleaning, food service, transport), ICT and Facility Management.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement internal controls to avoid audit queries and supervise subordinates.
• Oversee logistics and support components (linen, food service, cleaning, security, transport).
• Improve working conditions in line with six priorities and National Standards.
• Manage PMDS for components and attend to department queries.

Skills

Management / supervision

Administrative procedures

Logistics management

Information & ICT

Facility management

Education

Grade 12

Bachelor’s degree / Diploma or relevant qualification

Job description

Department of Health is seeking an Assistant Director: Administration and Support for a single post in Gauteng. The role reports to the Chief Executive Officer and oversees logistics, admin procedures and facilities management across multiple support functions.

The post requires Grade 12, a relevant Bachelor's degree or diploma, and at least 5 years in management or supervision within a hospital environment, including IT and logistics knowledge. Closing date 11 September 2026.