Admin Officer: School Health

About the role

The Department of Education (Eastern Cape) is hiring 2 Admin Officer: School Health posts in Education District Office, based in Buffalo City Metro; Chris Hani East. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 to R398,277 a year. How to apply: Applications must be submitted via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za (under Careers) and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00 16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00- 16:00 on Friday). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or email Address. Reference numbers to quote: DOE12/10/2026, DOE13/10/2026 Closing date: 13 November 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on the implementation, monitoring and reporting of integrated strategies, policies and procedures for business process management services.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of the related plans and programmes.
• Coordinate the provision of school health services at ordinary, full service, special and independent schools.
• Liaise with district office of the Health Department, relevant local municipalities, NGO’s and other health service providers and partners to secure the appropriate coverage of all schools in the district.
• Coordinate the provisioning of primary health services to leaners with HIV/AIDS and other chronic diseases in schools.
• Coordinate screening and support programmes for learners with eyesight, hearing, dental and related health conditions.
• Coordinate periodic screening of learners for stunting, nutritional deficiencies and related nutrition-based health challenges.
• Monitor schools for the outbreaks of contagious diseases, report thereon and coordinate with the Health Department the implementation of containment measures.
• Coordinate, monitor and report on the implementation of occupational health and safety measures affecting learners in school.
• Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates.
• Ensure timeously development and implementation of Job Descriptions, Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all subordinates.
• Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
• Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team/section produces excellent work in terms of quality/quantity and timeliness.
• Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager.
• Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.

Requirements

• An appropriate (3-year) undergraduate NQF 6 in Public Management/Administration and any relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• At least 3-5 years’ relevant experience in relevant environment.
• A Valid Driver’s license and willingness to travel is essential.
• Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collect statistics.
• Computer Literacy Skills.
• Planning and organisation.
• Language.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Professionalism.
• Self-driven.
• Teamwork.
• A good knowledge and understanding of legal framework governing Human Resources.
• Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.