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SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTH PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SAHPRA)
 


​DEPUTY BOARD SECRETARY 
SALARY LEVEL 11: R935 152.00 - R992 542.00 per annum. (TOTAL COST TO COMPANY) 
Ref No.: SAHPRA 49/2025 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: •Matric certificate and appropriate B-degree in Law, Commerce or Administration at NQF Level 7, as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). An Honours Degree in Law, Commerce, or Administration at NQF Level 8, as recognised by SAQA, will be an added advantage. Certification in Governance / Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa (CGISA), if applicable. 
 
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of six (6) years of experience in the Board/Company secretariat role in a public entity or registered company. A valid driver’s licence is required. 
 
COMPETENCIES:
  • Technical Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of laws and codes applicable to SAHPRA. Stakeholder management (Stakeholder mapping, relationship building). 
  • Generic Competencies: Excellent interpersonal, Intrapersonal & communication skills (written & verbal). Critical thinking and the ability to exercise good judgment, solving problems quickly and effectively. Computer skills. Solution-oriented. Work under pressure. Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality. Accuracy and Attention to detail. Time Management Skills. Planning and organising skills. Professionalism. Honesty and Integrity. Innovative. Patience and empathy. Courageous decision-making. Conceptual reasoning. Systemic thinking. 
  • Leadership Competencies: Leadership capabilities. Change Management. Knowledge Management. Service Delivery initiatives. Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer focus. Proactive Stakeholder Management. Situational adaptability. 
 
DUTIES:
  • Operational Management: Provide administrative support to the referred litigation cases. Ensure timeous scheduling and coordination of all board meetings and related committees. Ensure the accurate and safekeeping of all discussion and resolution records. Collates and follows up on executive action items with the responsible Executive. Prepare minutes for all the Board Committees. Ensures that the polices and charters are reviewed, sent to QMS, and signed. Develop Committees’ annual workplans in consultation with the Board Secretary. Assist the Board Secretary with the arrangement of Board Induction. Identify courses and seminars relevant to the Board Secretariat Unit’s development. 
  • Financial Management: Drive cost-saving initiatives across the business unit. Ensure compliance with SAHPRAs Policies, PFMA/Regulations, and Treasury directives. 
  • Governance, Compliance and Risk: Assist the Board Secretary to ensure the Authority prepares and submits annual reports in line with governance requirements. Advise the Board Secretary on governance matters and latest developments in this regard. Assist the Board Secretary with the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance functions. Assist the Board Secretary in ensuring that the board and committees comply with statutory obligations, including terms of reference and the Medicines Act. Adherence to all SAHPRA policies and SOPs. 
  • People Management: Self-management. Manage own Performance Management and Individual Development Plan. Living the SAHPRA values. Drive collaborative leadership.




​INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (HOW TO APPLY): 
  • Interested persons who meet the above-stated requirements should submit their application, clearly state the position name and post reference number, including a signed cover letter, clearly state the position name and post reference number, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the names and email addresses of three (3) referees, copies of required qualifications (including matric) and Identity Document. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from Human Resources. 
  • Should you have a foreign qualification, your application must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate (report) from 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 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), the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and indicate their disability status, which will be appreciated. 
  • 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: SAHPRA website (https://www.sahpra.org.za/vacancies) / Portal Link (https://apply.sahpra.org.za:6006/).
  • For enquiries: Please contact Ms Setlola Molepo via email at setlola.molepo@sahpra.org.za. NOTE: APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. 
 
  • The closing date is 22 December 2025 at 16:00.