Exciting Opportunity: Senior Employee Health and Wellness Practitioner
Reference Number: HR 4/25/06/05HO
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Closing Date: 23 June 2025 at 16:00 (for walk-in applications) and 00:00 (for online applications)
About the Role
The Department of Labour is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join their team as a Senior Employee Health and Wellness Practitioner. This critical role is based at the Head Office in Pretoria and focuses on promoting the well-being and productivity of departmental employees through comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Qualifications: A three-year National Diploma (NQF6) or an Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) in Social Work, Psychology, or Occupational Health and Safety.
- Registration: Must be registered with the South African Council for Social Services Professions (SACSSP) or the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
- License: A valid driver’s license is essential.
- Experience: Four (4) years of relevant experience, of which two (2) years must be at a Supervisory level (e.g., Senior Admin Officer/Practitioner) and two (2) years in functional Employee Health and Wellness.
- Knowledge: A strong understanding of Departmental policies, Human Resource Management, HR systems, Code of Ethics, Batho Pele Principles, the Employee Health and Wellness Strategic Framework, and relevant HIV and Aids legislations.
- Skills: Excellent communication, counselling, negotiation, decision-making, organisational, and report-writing skills. Must be computer literate and a strong team player.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Facilitating the implementation of comprehensive Employee Health and Wellness programmes and services.
- Coordinating and facilitating departmental HIV/AIDS and TB programmes.
- Implementing Health and Productivity programmes to enhance employee well-being.
- Coordinating various wellness initiatives within the department.
- Facilitating the implementation of the Employee Health and Wellness strategic framework.
Enquiries
For any questions regarding this position, please contact:
Ms L Rudah
Telephone: (012) 309 4659
How to Apply
Applications must be directed to:
The Chief Director: Human Resources Management
Private Bag X117, Pretoria, 0001
or hand-delivered to: 215 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria.
Email: [email protected]
For Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Operations, Head Office
Important Application Notes:
- Submit a fully completed, signed, and initialled NEW Z83 application form (obtainable from www.gov.za/documents) and your comprehensive CV as one PDF document.
- Clearly indicate the job title and reference number (HR 4/25/06/05HO) in the subject line of your email.
- JPEG or picture format applications will not be accepted.
- Failure to submit the correct documents (Z83 and CV) will result in disqualification.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other documents.
- Non-RSA citizens must submit a SAQA evaluation report for foreign qualifications (if shortlisted).
- If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Their Employment Equity Plan will inform the employment decision.
Don’t miss this chance to advance your career in a impactful role dedicated to employee well-being. Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline on 23 June 2025.
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