Assistant Director: Environmental Health

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Overview This document provides an explanation of the Assistant Director: Environmental Health role (Reference No: DOH 85/2026) within the Department of Health, specifically under the Chief Directorate: Environmental Health and Communicable Diseases. The position is based in Pretoria and offers a salary of R664 410 per annum, as per the OSD (Occupational Specific Dispensation). What you will do The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties focused on environmental and port health, including: * Providing support in the development and revision of Port Health policies, legislation, norms and standards, guidelines and strategies. * Conducting stakeholder engagements and consultations on developed policy documentation. * Assisting in undertaking Socio Economic Impact Assessment processes, where applicable. * Assisting in conducting capacity building on developed regulations, guidelines and norms and standards. * Supporting the provision of technical support to Points of Entry (PoE). * Identifying and coordinating capacity building to strengthen the provision of port health services. * Developing training manuals, scheduling and assisting in conducting training on various legislation and norms and standards. * Providing technical support for the implementation of policies, legislation, norms and standards and guidelines. * Providing support on the issuance of human remains import and export permits. * Supporting PoE in strengthening emergency preparedness and response activities. * Supporting compliance with Port Health Services with domestic and international requirements. * Providing technical support to Points of Entry to facilitate compliance with domestic and international requirements. * Participating in cross-border projects and initiatives to strengthen cross-border coordination and collaboration. * Supporting stakeholder engagements and representation in Committees on Port Health matters. * Mapping and engaging with relevant stakeholders on matters relating to environmental and port health. * Actively participating in National coordination structures and other key collaborative structures to ensure prioritization of port health issues and reports. * Coordinating and participating in awareness-raising campaigns in observance of environmental health and other health calendar days. * Providing inputs or comments on documents related to environmental health matters. Requirements (from the original advert) * An NQF level 6 qualification in Environmental Health. * Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Environmental Health Practitioner. * An NQF level 7 qualification in Environmental Health will be an advantage. * Registration with HPCSA as an Environmental Health Practitioner and in good standing. * At least five (5) years’ appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA, of which three years must be appropriate experience in Management (i.e., Chief Environmental Practitioner or equivalent). * Knowledge of related legislation applicable to port health and environmental health, policy development, port health matters, project and stakeholder management, as well as knowledge of International Health Regulations, 2005. * Good communication (verbal and written), research/analysis, planning, organizing, report writing, presentation, problem-solving, and computer (MS Office package) skills. * Must be willing to work overtime and travel extensively. * A valid driver’s license. Who should apply Candidates should be qualified Environmental Health Practitioners with an NQF level 6 (preferably NQF 7) qualification, registered and in good standing with the HPCSA. They should possess at least five years of post-registration experience, including three years in a management role. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of port health and environmental health legislation, policy development, and international regulations. Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills are essential, as is a willingness to work overtime and travel extensively, supported by a valid driver’s license. This role suits individuals capable of supporting policy, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and technical assistance in environmental and port health services. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-health-vacancies-of-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-doh-85-2026 Source: govpage

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