The South African Military Health Service invites applications for an Industrial and Organizational Psychologist (Grade 1-3) position at the Military Psychological Institute in Pretoria. This critical role offers an all-inclusive salary package ranging from R872,709 to R1,174,848 per annum (OSD regulated) based on experience. Candidates must possess an M-degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with 3+ years’ experience, current HPCSA registration (Independent Practice), and RSA citizenship (no dual citizenship). Key responsibilities include providing specialized IOP services, conducting assessments, developing interventions, and advising on military personnel selection. The position requires adaptability to military culture, willingness to travel, and strong competencies in communication, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence. Applications close 13 June 2025 and must follow strict submission guidelines using form Z83. Successful candidates will undergo thorough vetting including security clearance and probationary periods.
POST: INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST (GRADE 1 – 3)
REFNO: SG 01/18/25/02
SALARY: Grade 1: R872 709 per annum Grade 2: R1 014 705 per annum Grade 3: R1 174 848 per annum (All-incisive package according to experience as per OSD regulations)
CENTRE: Military Psychological Institute, Pretoria
CLOSING DATE: 13 June 2025 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).
REQUIREMENTS:
- M-degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience.
- Current full registration with the Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Industrial and Organizational Psychologist (Independent Practice).
- Must be a Republic of South Africa (RSA) citizen.
- Not have dual citizenship.
- Be ready to be appointed and serve as a Public Service Act Personnel (PSAP).
- Must be willing to learn and understand the military culture and organizational ethos.
- Must be willing to travel.
- Special requirements (skill needed): Computer literacy is essential.
- Competencies: Communication, Planning and Organizing, Problem-solving, Analytical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence..
DUTIES:
- Provide Industrial and Organizational Psychology (IOP) service at Military Psychological Institute (MPI) as per the client requirements in line with the IOP scope of practice as prescribed by the HPCSA.
- Act as specialist advisor to the client regarding assessments, selections and developments.
- Conduct needs analysis to determine client needs and design programs for intervention based on the needs.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) applicable in your domain and ensure sound execution of projects allocated to you and your department.
- Monitor service standards and uphold ethical and professional standards prescribed by HPCSA.
- Execute projects independently and as part of a team.
- Implement corrective measures where necessary to ensure high stands of service to the clients..
ENQUIRIES: Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) N.J. Sam Tel No: (012) 367 9056
APPLICATIONS:
Department of Defence, South African Military Health Service Headquarters.
(Directorate Psychology), Private Bag X102, Centurion, 0046, or email to [email protected].
NOTE:
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/.
Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience).
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview which should not be older than six months.
Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in applications being disqualified.
Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a separate form Z83 (as well as the documentation mentioned above) in respect of each post being applied for.
If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing.
Should an application be received where an applicant applies for more than one post on the same applications form, the application will only be considered for the first post indicated on the application and not for any of the other posts.
Under no circumstances will photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted.
The successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification).
Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.
The level of appointments is dependent upon, qualifications, relevant experience and research output.
The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to two (2) pre-entry assessments (practical and ethical exercise) which will determine the candidate’s suitability.
Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated in the post details.
Successful candidates will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) months in terms of the prescribed rules..
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