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 developing, coordinating, and implementing comprehensive wellness programmes to support the health and productivity of departmental employees.
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, HR Management, 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 Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Facilitating the implementation of Employee Health and Wellness programmes and services.
- Coordinating and facilitating HIV/AIDS and TB programmes within the Department.
- Implementing Health and Productivity management programmes.
- Coordinating general Wellness programmes to promote employee wellbeing.
- Driving 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:
- Use the new Z83 application form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or at www.gov.za/documents. Old Z83 forms will not be accepted.
- For online applications, your email must have the correct job title and reference number (HR 4/25/06/05HO) in the subject line.
- Attach only two documents: the completed Z83 form and your comprehensive CV, combined into one PDF file.
- JPEG or picture format applications will be disqualified.
- Ensure all sections of the Z83 form are fully completed, initialled, and signed.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other documents.
- Non-RSA citizens must include a SAQA evaluation report for foreign qualifications (if shortlisted).
- Applications received after the closing date or that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered.
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Its Employment Equity Plan will inform the employment decision. The successful candidate will be required to sign an employment contract and a performance agreement.
Don’t miss this chance to advance your career in a impactful role dedicated to employee wellbeing. Apply before the deadline on 23 June 2025!
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