HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA (HPCSA)

The vision of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is realised by protecting the public and guiding the professions. 

HEAD OF DIVISION: EXECUTIVE COMPANY SECRETARIAT 

Permanent Employment Contract 

Remuneration Package: R1, 589, 394 per annum (Cost to Council) 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION: 

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Commerce, Law/Legal | Registration with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries as a Chartered Secretary | Post-graduate qualification with Corporate Governance | Six (6)+ years of professional experience, 3-5 years board as a Company Secretary | 3-5 years of Management experience. 

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS 

·       Knowledge and understanding of the Health Professions Act and other relevant legislation | Knowledge of Corporate Governance (protocol on corporate governance in the public sector, King IV, governance best practice) | Implement optimal governance delivery and resource management | Knowledge of the roles of key corporate leadership positions | Knowledge of government structures and hierarchies | General knowledge of the broader political, economic and social environment | Business Administration | Business Ethics. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES & KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 

Reporting to the Registrar, functioning as a critical support to the Council, Boards and various Committees with the following key focuses: 

·       Assist the Deputy Company Secretaries: Council, Boards and Professional Conduct in fulfilling their duties to act as the secretary to Council and various committees | Assist the Deputy Company Secretaries: Council, Boards and Professional Conduct in fulfilling their duties in addition to functioning as the primary point of contact for Council and members of the Executive Council as and when required (per functional area represented or the Boards) | Responsible for all related Council Secretariat duties as prescribed by the Health Professionals Act and other applicable legislation | Lead and monitor the processes and controls which ensure that all statutory, regulatory and corporate governance requirements are observed to ensure that the organisation is fully compliant and follows best practice | Provide comprehensive practical support/guidance to Council, Board and Committee members. 

N.B. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a competency assessment. 

In line with HPCSA’s Employment Equity and commitment to diversify its workforce, and as such, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from groups that are going to advance the workforce representativity and persons with disabilities. The HPCSA reserves the right to re-advertise or not to fill the position. 

All interested applicants should forward their application letter, together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of qualifications, and a copy of an Identity Document (ID) to HR-Executive@hpcsa.co.za, quoting the job title in the subject column. 

The HPCSA will ensure that in processing an applicant’s or employee’s personal information, it will adhere to its obligations in terms of POPIA. By virtue of your applying for this position, you grant consent to the HPCSA to keep and or process your information as per POPIA. 

N.B. Failure to attach the required documents will result in your application not being considered. 

Closing Date: 03 July 2026 

If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date of the application, please consider your application as being unsuccessful. Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.

The Health Professions Council of South Africa vision is realised through protecting the public and guiding the professions. 

LEGAL ADVISOR (x2) 

(Paterson Grade: D3) 

12 Months Fixed-Term Employment Contract 

Remuneration Package: R1, 356, 505 per annum (Cost to Council) 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION: 

·       B. Juris/ B. Proc/ LLB degree. 

·       7 years legal advisory/ Litigation and/ or Court experience. 

·       A driver’s Licence. 

ADDED ADVANTAGE 

·       Admission as an Attorney or Advocate. 

·       Prosecution experience in quasi-judicial proceedings/tribunals. 

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS 

·       Thorough knowledge of the law, administrative procedures and conduct of health practices and ethics. 

·       Knowledge of the Health Professions Act and relevant Regulations. 

·       Ability to communicate at all levels and work under pressure. 

·       Ability to gather information and write reports. 

·       Advisory skills. 

·       Trial Advocacy. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES & KEY PERFORMANCE AREA 

·       Preparation and presentation of professional conduct matters to Professional Conduct Committees. 

·       Conduct research and provide legal advice to Council, Professional Boards and their structures. 

·       Provision of legal opinions and vetting of legal instruments/ documents. 

In line with HPCSA’s Employment Equity and commitment to diversify its workforce and as such, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from groups that are going to advance the workforce representativity and persons with disabilities. HPCSA reserves the right to re-advertise or not to fill the position. 

All interested applicants should forward their application letter, together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, Qualifications, and a copy of driver’s license to recruitment@hpcsa.co.za quoting the job title in the subject line. The position requires travelling for presentation of cases. 

N.B Failure to attach required copies will result in your application not being considered. 

Closing date: 26 June 2026 

If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date of the application, please consider your application as being unsuccessful. Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only.

The vision of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is realised by protecting the public and guiding the professions. 

HEAD OF DIVISION: INTERNAL AUDIT, RISK AND COMPLIANCE 

[Paterson Grade D4] 

Permanent Employment Contract 

Remuneration package: R1, 438, 443 per annum (Cost to Council) 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

·       A Bachelor’s Degree in Auditing/Finance/Risk/Compliance and Corporate Governance | A Post-Graduate Risk Management-related qualification | Registration with a Professional body such as IRMSA, IIA, etc. | Ten (10) years of professional experience, with 6+ years’ pertinent experience as defined in this job function | Five (5) or more years of demonstrable risk and compliance management experience at management level | Five (5) or more years of practical experience at a senior level in Auditing. 

ADDED ADVANTAGE 

·       An Honours Degree or higher qualification in Auditing/Finance/Risk Management/Compliance Management/Corporate Governance | Membership of two or more professional bodies/institutions. 

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS 

·       Business ethics | Corporate governance | Enterprise risk management | Risk Management and/or leading Risk practices | Project Management Principles | Creativity and Innovation | Change Management | Financial Management | Business Continuity | Operational Procedures | Policy Development | Quality Assurance | Compliance Management | Report Writing. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 

·       Enterprise-wide risk and compliance management | Ensure development, implementation, and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan for the organisation and individual services as necessary | Ensure development, training and communication of Enterprise Risk Management policy framework | Ensure planning, designing and implementation of an overall risk management process for the organisation | Ensure preparation and execution of an Internal Audit Charter in alignment with Internal Audit standards | Ensure preparation and execution of a rolling three-year strategic internal audit plan in alignment with Corporate Governance requirements | Ensure preparation and execution of an approved Fraud Prevention Plan in alignment with the Corporate Governance requirements | Recommend and monitor continuous improvement to the HPCSA internal control environment | Lead and manage the audit process together with the Head of Department: Finance and Supply Chain Management (CFO) and other Executives and report to the Audit Committee. 

Shortlisted candidates shall be subjected to competency assessment, vetting and evaluation.

In line with HPCSA’s Employment Equity and commitment to diversify its workforce, and as such, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from groups that are going to advance the workforce representativity and persons with disabilities. HPCSA reserves the right to re-advertise or not to fill the position. 

N. B. Failure to attach required documents will result in your application not being considered. 

All interested applicants should forward their application letter together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and copies of qualifications to HR-Executive@hpcsa.co.za, quoting the job title in the subject column. 

The HPCSA will ensure that in processing an applicant’s or employee’s personal information, it will adhere to its obligations in terms of POPIA. By virtue of your applying for this position, you grant consent to the HPCSA to keep and or process your information as per POPIA. 

Closing Date: 03 July 2026 

If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date of the application, please consider your application as being unsuccessful. Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.