FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 

APPLICATIONS : Directions to applicants: Applications must only be done via the online recruitment platform for the Department at: https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment

CLOSING DATE : 02 October 2026 

NOTE : Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The application must indicate the correct Job title, the office where the position is advertised and the Reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the applicant to fully complete the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Applications filed by hand on the Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in a possession of foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Dual citizenship holders must provide the Police Clearance certificate from country of origin when shortlisted. All non-SA Citizens will be required to submit a copy of proof of South African permanent residence when shortlisted. Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, reference checks and employment verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. The Department does not accept applications via fax or post. Failure to upload and submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process. All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointments. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two pre-assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on posts technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

OTHER POSTS

DEPUTY MANAGER NURSING PHC (PNA8) REF NO: MMD/PNA8/15/2026 (X1 POST) 

SALARY : R1 069 215 per annum 

CENTRE : Mangaung Metro District 

REQUIREMENTS : Basic R25 qualifications i.e Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualifications that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Current registration with South African Nursing Council as a professional nurse. Current registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A minimum of 8 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in general nursing. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience at management level. Valid driver’s license. Computer literacy. Extensive experience in Primary Health Care. Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frame works such as: Nursing Act, Health Act. Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and procedure, Grievance Procedure, etc. Strong leadership skills, Financial Management skills. 

DUTIES : Support re-engineering of Primary Health Care to promote access to quality health care service. Implement the assessments, compliance and attainment of ideal clinic status for all facilities in the Local Areas. Monitor performance of key priority programs according to APP and AOP targets. Management of key priority programs. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good quality of care across all disciplines. Perform quality improvements audits and surveys and report Senior Management and multidisciplinary health team. To monitor and evaluate delivery of quality of health care within the Facilities. Provide advice on various aspects of quality care within the entire district. Provide monthly reports to supervisors and Senior Management. Monitor clinical and non-clinical on regular basis to ensure compliance to processes. Represent the entire district at the Provincial Quality, Finance and key priority program forums. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr TA Mokoqo Cell: 067 422 55554 Assistant Director: Admin and Support. Email: MokoqoTA@fshealth.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : To be done at: https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment

NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 

ASSISTANT MANAGER PHC(PNB4) REF NO: MMD/ PNB4/14/2026 (X1 POST) 

SALARY : R785 568.per annum 

CENTRE : Mangaung Metro District Office 

REQUIREMENTS : Basic R25 qualifications i.e Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse plus a post –basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC.A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. At least 6 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the 1-year post basic qualification. At least 3 years of the period referred to must be appropriate/ recognizable experience at Management level. Valid driver’s license. Computer literacy. Skills And Knowledge: Training in HIV/AIDS management i.e NIMART & wide experience in HAST programme. Travelling extensively and work extra hours. Strong ability to build and work as a team member. Good communication skills and intersectoral collaborations. Strong management and leadership skills. Ability to analyze data and quality assessment. Appropriate financial management. 

DUTIES : Provide strategic direction for the HIV/AIDs and TB(HAST) programme in the district. Implementation of the strategies aimed at behavioural change in reducing infections and retention of patients to care. Implement HAST programme according to the strategic plans. Provide programme technical and clinical and clinical support to the health care facilities and stakeholders. Implementation of all HAST programs in the district and monitors thereof. Management of HAST multidisciplinary team and stakeholder coordination. Analyze and manage HIV/AIDS and TB to strengthen programme implementation. Undertake clinic, hospital support visits and audits to ensure programme compliance. Lead health and wellness events that seek to influence behavioural change. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr. TA Mokoqo Assistant Director: Admin and Support Email: Cell: 067 422 5555 MokoqoTA@fshealth.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : To be done at: https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment

NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.