The Department of Defence invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for vacancies closing on 18 September 2026. These posts are suitable for applicants with qualifications and experience in medical administration, COIDA, financial administration, accounting, cashier duties and general public service administration.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Defence |
| Closing Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Closing Time | 16:00 |
| Locations | Pretoria and various FASC/FASO offices |
| Application Method | Post, hand delivery or email |
| Required Documents | New Z83 form and detailed CV only |
| Late Applications | Not accepted |
| Faxed Applications | Not accepted |
| Source Link | https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ |
Assistant Director: Medical Administration COIDA Ref No: DHRMAINT/28/32/26
Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management
Directorate: Human Resource Maintenance, Medical Administration
Advert Type: Re-advertisement
Salary: R487 197 – R584 370 per annum, Level 09
Centre: Bank of Lisbon Building, Pretoria
Enquiries: Lt Col Adv E.S. Longa, 012 339 533
Application Email: Elia.Longa@dod.mil.za
Requirements
Applicants must have Grade 12 at NQF Level 4 or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants must have a National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Human Resource Management or Public Administration.
A minimum of three years’ experience in administration and supervisory roles is required.
Knowledge of Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act is required.
Applicants must be computer literate, including MS Word, PowerPoint, internet access, MS Excel and mainframe systems.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Customer orientation is required.
Supervisory experience is required.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills are required.
Possession of a valid driver’s licence is recommended.
Applicants must understand COIDA, Group Life Insurance Scheme policies and medical administration processes for the regular force.
Excellent telephone etiquette is required.
Applicants must be able to obtain confidential security clearance within 12 months of appointment.
Duties
The successful candidate will administer injury and disease cases sustained by Defence Act Personnel and Public Service Act Personnel while on duty.
Duties include administration of personnel losses, funerals and Group Life Insurance Scheme matters.
The candidate will administer and approve inclusion or re-inclusion of dependants of Defence Act Personnel for medical privileges.
The role includes attending meetings when required and inspecting all registers maintained by clerks.
The successful candidate will compile and update post profiles and duty sheets for all post incumbents in the Medical Section.
The candidate will assess and supervise subordinate performance, identify strengths and weaknesses, recognise good performance and manage poor performance through relevant development courses.
The role includes assisting with career management by supporting and encouraging subordinates to seek development and promotion opportunities.
The successful candidate will nominate Medical Section staff for outstanding courses.
The candidate will personally investigate critical enquiries and draft replies for signature by higher authority.
The role includes completing bi-annual performance assessments for subordinates and related reports.
Application Details
Applications must be posted to:
Department of Defence
Human Resources Management
Chief Directorate HR Maintenance Medical Section
Private Bag X976
Pretoria
0001
Hand delivery:
Department of Defence
Bank of Lisbon Building
400 Paul Kruger Street
Pretoria
Email:
Accounting Clerk: Production Ref No: FMD/31/32/26
Number of Posts: 25
Division: Financial Management Division
Directorate: Stores, Services and Related Payments
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, Level 05
Enquiries: Ms C.L. Cele, 012 392 2892
Application Emails: Recruit2FMD@dod.mil.za or Recruit3FMD@dod.mil.za
| Centre | Reference Number | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| FASC Durban | FMD/31/32/26/01 | 3 posts |
| FASO Ladysmith | FMD/31/32/26/02 | 1 post |
| FASC Mtubatuba | FMD/31/32/26/03 | 1 post |
| FASC Lohathla | FMD/31/32/26/04 | 1 post |
| FASC Polokwane | FMD/31/32/26/05 | 3 posts |
| FASC Makhado | FMD/31/32/26/06 | 1 post |
| FASC Thohoyandou | FMD/31/32/26/07 | 1 post |
| FASC Port Elizabeth | FMD/31/32/26/08 | 1 post |
| FASC Umtata | FMD/31/32/36/09 | 1 post |
| FASC Garrison | FMD/31/32/26/10 | 4 posts |
| FASC Hoedspruit | FMD/31/32/26/11 | 1 post |
| FASC Potchefstroom | FMD/31/32/26/12 | 1 post |
| FASC Klipdrift | FMD/31/32/26/13 | 1 post |
| FASC Wonderboom | FMD/31/32/26/14 | 1 post |
| FASC Kimberley | FMD/31/32/26/15 | 1 post |
| FASC Youngsfield | FMD/31/32/26/16 | 1 post |
| FASC MOD | FMD/31/32/26/17 | 2 posts |
Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum of Grade 12 at NQF Level 4 or an equivalent qualification with Accounting or Mathematics as subjects.
No experience is required.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have basic knowledge of financial and accounting processes.
Computer literacy in MS Office packages, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, is required.
Applicants must be able to understand, interpret and correctly apply financial policies and prescripts.
Applicants must be able to liaise and communicate effectively with clients.
Applicants must be decisive and able to finalise tasks.
Applicants must be willing to be detached to satellite offices across geographical boundaries.
Applicants must be able to perform cash administration duties as cashier in Rand and foreign currency.
Applicants must be able to perform general administrative duties, including archiving, filing and safekeeping accounting documents.
Basic knowledge of contract management and supply chain management processes is required.
Applicants must have sound knowledge and understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, National Treasury practice notes, DORA, PSA, PPPFA and the Financial Manual.
Knowledge of financial operating systems such as FMS, PERSOL, PERSAL, BAS and LOGIS is required.
Duties
The successful candidates will strictly apply policies, prescripts and regulations.
Duties include performing cashier duties by paying out cash advances.
The candidates will receive state money into the Paymaster General Account.
The role includes receiving cash from clients and verifying correctness according to the purpose of payment.
The successful candidates will issue official receipts and ensure accurate allocation of revenue.
The candidates will prepare and capture deposits on FMS and securely dispatch deposits to the bank.
The role includes safekeeping and issuing face value documents.
The successful candidates will archive accounting documents and safeguard payment and other accounting documents for audit purposes.
The candidates will use the Financial Management System to record accounting transactions and make enquiries.
The role includes administering claims on the Central Advance System and capturing related accounting transactions on FMS.
The successful candidates will confirm Telkom accounts and assist with general administration and accounting functions at the FASC.
The candidates will scrutinise, verify, register and couple medical and supplier invoices for payment.
Application Details
Applications must be posted to:
Financial Management Division
DFSS, Career Management Section
Private Bag X137
Pretoria
0001
Applicants may also email applications to:
or
Applicants stationed in the Pretoria area may hand deliver applications to:
Poynton Building
195 Bosman Street
Pretoria
Applications must be placed in wooden post box number 5 at Reception.
Applicants must use the reference number and not the post number.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit applications on the prescribed new Z83 form and include a detailed CV only.
The Z83 form must be originally signed and dated by the applicant.
Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a separate Z83 form and supporting application for each post.
To apply and access more details, visit the DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular page.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 18 September 2026 at 16:00.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Faxed applications will not be considered.
Applications submitted on the incorrect Z83 form will be disqualified.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview.
Certified documents should not be older than six months.
Applicants applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post.
Where one application form is used for more than one post, the application will only be considered for the first post indicated.
Photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents will not be accepted.
Successful candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, financial or asset record checks, qualification verification and employment verification.
Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.
Shortlisted candidates may undergo social media profile checks.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, will undertake two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
Successful candidates will be required to disclose financial interests within one month of appointment.
Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the anticipated high volume of responses.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Successful candidates will be appointed on probation for 12 months in line with prescribed rules.
The Department intends to promote equity through the filling of posts in line with its Employment Equity Plan.