National Department of Health: Messenger 2026
The National Department of Health (NDoH) is inviting applications for the position of Messenger based at their Head Office in Pretoria. This role is vital for the efficient movement of official documents and mail between various departmental units and external stakeholders.
1. Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Employer | National Department of Health (NDoH) |
| Position | Messenger |
| Reference No. | NDOH 16/2026 |
| Salary | R138,486 per annum (plus benefits) |
| Location | Pretoria (Dr AB Xuma Building) |
| Closing Date | 09 March 2026 |
2. Minimum Requirements
Education: Grade 10 or equivalent (ABET Level 4).
Experience: Previous experience in a messenger service, registry, or office support environment is an advantage.
Knowledge: Basic understanding of office procedures and the handling of confidential documents.
Skills:
Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Physical fitness (as the role involves walking between offices and carrying files/mail).
Basic literacy to maintain delivery logs and registers.
3. Key Responsibilities
Collection & Delivery: Collect and deliver official mail, files, and documents to various offices within the department and external organizations.
Registry Support: Assist the Registry unit with the sorting of incoming and outgoing mail.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate delivery registers to track the movement of sensitive or urgent documents.
Internal Distribution: Photocopying and distributing circulars or memos to relevant directorates.
General Support: Provide basic administrative assistance to the Support Services unit when required.
4. How to Apply
The National Department of Health follows the standard public service application process:
Form: Complete the New Z83 Form (2021 version). Ensure it is signed and dated.
Documents: Submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) only.
Note: Certified copies of ID and qualifications are only required for candidates invited to interviews.
Submission Channels:
Email: Send as a single PDF attachment to
recruitment@health.gov.za Hand Delivery: Drop off at the Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Road, Pretoria. Use the marked "Application Box" at reception.
Post: Private Bag X399, Pretoria, 0001.
5. Important Advice
Confidentiality: This role involves handling sensitive government information. In your CV or interview, emphasize your understanding of document security and reliability.
Reference Number: Ensure the reference NDOH 16/2026 is clearly written on your Z83 form.
Single Document: If applying via email, merge your Z83 and CV into one PDF file to ensure it passes through government server filters successfully.
Wait Time: If you are not contacted within 3 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Tip: If you have a valid driver’s license, mention it in your CV. While not strictly required for this specific post, it is often seen as a beneficial "extra" for messenger roles in case departmental vehicles need to be used.
