Director: Footprint Development and Hospital

Overview

Direct footprint development and hospital facility strategy implementation at the Department of Home Affairs Head Office in Tshwane.

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification in Operations Management, Public Administration, Management, Public Management, Social Science, Business Management, Management and Administration or related field, at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. 5 Years’ experience at a Middle / Senior Managerial level is required.
• Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
• Knowledge and understanding of all relevant public service and Departmental Legislative Frameworks, as well as Government Structures.
• Knowledge of the Births and Deaths Registration Act, No. 51 of 1992.
• Knowledge of the Identification Act, No. 68 of 1997.
• Knowledge and understanding of all legislations, policies and prescripts.
• Knowledge of Intelligence Act, Criminal Procedures Act, Police Act, Anti-corruption legislation, LRA, BCEA, PSA.
• Knowledge of policy development and government protocol.
• Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of Preferential Policy Framework (PPFA).
• Knowledge of the Protection of information Act (POPIA).
• Knowledge of Departmental core policies, prescripts and practices.
• Understanding of Good Corporate Governance principles (King II).
• Excellent abilities and vast experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems.
• A Valid driver’s licence or ability to fulfil the operational travel requirements of the post independently, through maintaining reliable transport arrangements for the execution of official duties, as well as willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Completion of the Senior Management Services Pre-entry Certificate upon appointment.
• Required skills and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership Execution.
• Service delivery innovation, client orientation and customer focus.
• People management and empowerment.
• Financial Management.
• Program and project management.
• Change management.
• Support with digital transformation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, as well as presentation skills.
• Problem-solving and analysis.
• Influencing, networking, conflict management and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Process analysis and improvement.
• Stakeholder relations and customer focus.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Decision making and initiating action.
• Planning, organising and time management.
• Business report writing.
• Computer literacy.
• Patriotism, Honesty and Integrity.

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Ensure effective footprint development and service model across the department.
• Develop DHA Footprint Strategy and monitor implementation across all tiers.
• Manage the implementation of the Health Facilities points and delivery model.
• Liaise with all Province Managers to ensure the development and implementation of a comprehensive Footprint Strategy.
• Drive cooperation with Department of Health on DHA service delivery in hospitals and clinics.
• Ensure uniform, consistent and optimal Health Facilities delivery at DHA Service Points to maximise birth and death registrations and meet agreed service targets.
• Develop identified policies and procedures in conjunction with the Policy and Strategy unit.
• Coordinate and maintain the Footprint strategy, structure, policies, and quality frameworks in the department.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels to enable informed decision making.
• Establish the reporting framework for the Front Office Footprint.
• Ensure that effective project management processes, procedures and standards are adhered to.
• Manage and implement strategic objectives and innovation within the Directorate.
• Develop and implementation of policy and procedure, directive acts and regulations.
• Ensure effective risk and compliance management.
• Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Chief Directorate.
• Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements.

How to apply

Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or ipsrecruitment@dha.gov.za

Enquiries: Ms S Maswanganyi Tel No: (012) 406 4236

Notes

Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za sent to the correct address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the closing date accompanied by a fully completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za, citing the correct post number and job title, and a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date dd/mm/yy), job title, duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible), regardless of online or manual submission. Where a valid Driver's License and a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) is a requirement, this must be indicated on the CV. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to submit a copy of their ID document, a valid driver’s license (if specified as a job requirement), relevant educational qualifications / RPL certificates / Academic Transcripts of completed qualifications, and Acting letters as directed. Furthermore, applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications, as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA); for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity, will be subjected to an interview, various relevant tests and assessments, and employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, and employment references including verification of exit reasons, and conducting business with State). Once appointed, serving of a prescribed probation period, and obtaining of a security clearance appropriate to the post, will be required. Correspondence between the Department and candidates will be limited to shortlisted candidates, only. The DHA complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Applicants’ personal information will be used for recruitment purposes, retained where required for audit, and safeguarded against unauthorised disclosure, except where legally required. Submission of an application constitutes consent to such processing. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the process to submit applications for the post of Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6) with Ref No: HRMC 43/26/3, that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 dated 03 July 2026, was omitted and therefore must be sent to: Applications: Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or legalrecruitment@dha.gov.za To this effect, the closing date for this post has been extended to 24 July 2026.We apologise for the inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON