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SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTH PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SAHPRA) VACANCIES
SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTH PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SAHPRA)
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) serves as the National Medicines Regulatory Authority, established under the Medicines and Related Substances Act, 101 of 1965 (as amended). SAHPRA is responsible for monitoring, evaluating, regulating, investigating, inspecting, registering, and controlling medicines, scheduled substances, clinical trials, and medical devices, as well as related matters in the public interest.
GROUP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
SALARY: R309 253.00 – R328 223.00 PER ANNUM (TOTAL COST TO COMPANY)
Ref No.: SAHPRA 64 of 2025/26
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must hold a Matric certificate and a three-year Diploma in Administration or an equivalent NQF level 6 qualification recognized by SAQA.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years of administration experience. Must be computer literate.
COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: * Administrative practices, record keeping, and report preparation. *Professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. *Basic ICT systems, hardware, software, networks and troubleshooting. *ICT asset management and service desk operations. *Procurement processes and stock/consumable management. *Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). *Ability to manage records, assets, reports, schedules, and documentation efficiently. *Basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networks. *Familiarity with ICT asset management systems and inventory tracking. *Ability to assist in system updates and basic troubleshooting. *Strong clerical and organizational skills (filing, documentation, record-keeping). *Ability to prepare reports, schedules, and minutes of meetings. *Attention to detail and accuracy in records and documentation. *Strong organizational and multitasking skills. *Clear communication and teamwork with internal and external stakeholders. *Confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism. *Proactive, reliable, and customer-service oriented.
DUTIES:
Operational management:
ICT Records Management: Maintain well-organized ICT records and documentation to ensure accurate and timely access to information. ICT Asset Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date ICT asset registers. Record all asset issuing, transfers, returns, and disposals. ICT Service Desk Support: Assist with call logging, tracking, and updating ICT service requests and incidents. Assist with monitoring logged calls and following up on outstanding requests.
Group, Risk and Compliance:
ICT Meetings & Coordination: Schedule meetings with correct agendas and documents. Record and distribute accurate minutes and action items promptly.
Financial Management:
ICT Procurement & Inventory Control: Maintain accurate procurement and supplier records. Monitor ICT equipment and consumable stock levels, and request replenishment in a timely manner. Ensure timely payment of ICT-related invoices.
People Management:
Self-management. Manage own Performance Management and Individual Development Plan. Living the SAHPRA values.
GROUP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
SALARY: R309 253.00 – R328 223.00 PER ANNUM (TOTAL COST TO COMPANY)
Ref No.: SAHPRA 64 of 2025/26
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must hold a Matric certificate and a three-year Diploma in Administration or an equivalent NQF level 6 qualification recognized by SAQA.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years of administration experience. Must be computer literate.
COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: * Administrative practices, record keeping, and report preparation. *Professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. *Basic ICT systems, hardware, software, networks and troubleshooting. *ICT asset management and service desk operations. *Procurement processes and stock/consumable management. *Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). *Ability to manage records, assets, reports, schedules, and documentation efficiently. *Basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networks. *Familiarity with ICT asset management systems and inventory tracking. *Ability to assist in system updates and basic troubleshooting. *Strong clerical and organizational skills (filing, documentation, record-keeping). *Ability to prepare reports, schedules, and minutes of meetings. *Attention to detail and accuracy in records and documentation. *Strong organizational and multitasking skills. *Clear communication and teamwork with internal and external stakeholders. *Confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism. *Proactive, reliable, and customer-service oriented.
DUTIES:
Operational management:
ICT Records Management: Maintain well-organized ICT records and documentation to ensure accurate and timely access to information. ICT Asset Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date ICT asset registers. Record all asset issuing, transfers, returns, and disposals. ICT Service Desk Support: Assist with call logging, tracking, and updating ICT service requests and incidents. Assist with monitoring logged calls and following up on outstanding requests.
Group, Risk and Compliance:
ICT Meetings & Coordination: Schedule meetings with correct agendas and documents. Record and distribute accurate minutes and action items promptly.
Financial Management:
ICT Procurement & Inventory Control: Maintain accurate procurement and supplier records. Monitor ICT equipment and consumable stock levels, and request replenishment in a timely manner. Ensure timely payment of ICT-related invoices.
People Management:
Self-management. Manage own Performance Management and Individual Development Plan. Living the SAHPRA values.
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (HOW TO APPLY):
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application clearly indicating the title of the position and reference number. Applications must include a signed
cover letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the names and email addresses of three (3) referees, and certified copies of the required qualifications (including matric).
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview date, as communicated by Human Resources
Should you have a foreign qualification, your application must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate (report) from the SAQA.
Incomplete applications or applications without the aforementioned documents or information will not be considered.
No late applications will be accepted. Any submissions received after the specified date and time will not be considered, and CVs will not be returned.
Due to the larger number of responses anticipated, communication will be limited to the short-listed candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to attend selection interviews at a date, time, and location as specified by SAHPRA.
Applicants should note that pre-suitability checks will be conducted after they have been shortlisted. Their appointment is subject to positive outcomes from these checks, which include security clearance, verification of qualifications, criminal records, credit checks, citizenship status, and work experience.
SAHPRA is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. When filling vacant positions, the entity will consider the principles outlined in Section 195(1)(i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998.
SAHPRA intends to promote equity (race, gender, and disability) in line with the numeric targets in our Employment Equity plan. We are committed to this when recruiting internally and externally, with a policy to promote from within wherever possible. Preference will be given to suitably qualified individuals from previously disadvantaged groups. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and indicate their disability status.
SAHPRA reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).
SAHPRA adheres to the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 4 of 2013. CVs will not be returned, as the personal information you provide will be used solely for recruitment purposes, specifically for the position or vacancy you have applied for. If your application is unsuccessful, your personal information will be retained for internal audit purposes.
Applications should be submitted through the SAHPRA Website Online Portal: https://www.sahpra.org.za/vacancies.
For enquiries: Please contact Mr I Mosenyi, HR Business Partner, via email at itumeleng.mosenyi@sahpra.org.za. NOTE: APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
The closing date is 12 March 2026 at 16:00.