GovJobs SAChief Director
Department
Department of Health
Location
Head Office: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary
R1 554 696 per annum, (an all-inclusive SMS salary package). (All-inclusive salary packages, which consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicab
Closing date
28 Sept 2026
Reference number
G42/2026
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number G42/2026.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 28 Sept 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Health Science or MBCHB; Plus Current registration with the relevant health professional body; Plus A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a senior managerial level managing Strategic Health Programmes. Plus Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s licence (Code 08). Computer literacy in Microsoft Software applications. Additional Qualification: A post graduate qualification in Public Health Management or relevant Health Management qualification; Plus experience in Health Programme Management and District health Services Management will be an added advantage. NB: For the Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS, any individual may register for the course and complete such in anticipation of wishing to apply for an SMS post in future. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by
Duties
Job Purpose: Provide Strategic capabilities and Leadership in strengthening Strategic Health Programmes through planning, setting up of governance structures, service development through programming and project management, monitoring and reporting. Oversee and manage the implementation of strategic health programmes activities, budget and policies across interrelated functions to ensure that all targets are achieved in line with the strategic plans of the Department. Develop appropriate environment for implementing medium and long term plans to mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis pandemic, Maternal Mortality, Malnutrition and Child related, Communicable Diseases as well as Mens Health trends and identify strategies for evaluation of services. Ensure development and implementation of effective communications strategies and reliable information systems for the benefit of the D
Enquiries
Dr TD Moji Tel No: (033) 395 2816
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 33 of 2026.
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