DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BRANCH COORDINATOR: OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (X1 POST)

This position serves as the Deputy Director and Branch Coordinator within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer at the Limpopo Provincial Office of the Department of Health, based in Polokwane. The role is a senior administrative management post, graded at Level 11 with an all-inclusive remuneration package. The incumbent will act as a central coordination hub for the Office of the Deputy Director-General, ensuring that the branch operates efficiently, complies with legislative and departmental prescripts, and delivers on its planning, reporting, and governance obligations. Operating in a highly pressured environment, the Deputy Director will work closely with senior management, providing strategic support, quality assurance, and oversight of information and document flow to enable sound decision-making and service delivery in line with Batho Pele principles.

Candidates must hold a National Senior Certificate or Grade 12 plus an NQF level 6 qualification in Office Management, Public Administration, Public Management, or an equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA. A minimum of five years’ experience is required, of which at least three years must have been at junior management or Assistant Director level within administration or office management. The role demands computer literacy in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as proficiency with virtual meeting platforms. A valid driver’s licence is required, unless the applicant is a person with a disability. Applicants must demonstrate sound knowledge of relevant public service prescripts and the legislative framework governing the Public Service, together with skills in strategic alignment, leadership, planning and organising, programme and project coordination, governance and compliance, financial management, change and people management, problem solving, decision making, communication, stakeholder management, conflict resolution, diversity management, and report writing and presentation. The ideal candidate is described as having integrity, professionalism, attention to detail, accountability, reliability, a proactive and results-driven approach, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. They must be adaptable, respectful, diplomatic, and a supportive team player, while being committed to continuous learning and Batho Pele principles.

The core duties include managing and coordinating reports for the Office of the Deputy Director-General, compiling and submitting branch compliance reports, budgets, and plans, and coordinating compliance reporting and related activities across the branch. The post holder will ensure proper document management and develop and maintain systems to improve office efficiency. They will quality assure all submissions and memos prior to approval by the Deputy Director-General, and will establish, implement, and maintain effective processes and procedures for the flow of information and documents to and from the office. The role also covers managing queries and correspondence, providing support for meetings and engagements, and managing physical, human, and financial resources within the office.

This is a demanding coordination role that requires a meticulous, diplomatic professional who can navigate complex administrative processes while supporting executive leadership. As with all public service posts, applicants must meet the strict application requirements set out in the circular, including completing the new Z83 form and submitting a comprehensive CV. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews and to produce certified copies of qualifications, identity documents, and proof of any required professional registration. Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA. In addition, all shortlisted candidates, including SMS members, will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise and an integrity or ethical conduct assessment. These assessments are part of the selection process to ensure that successful candidates demonstrate both the technical competence and the ethical standards expected of a senior manager in the Department of Health.