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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
It is the Department’s intension to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filing of this post with a candidate whose transfer /promotion / appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan.
APPLICATIONS : The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X399, Pretoria, 0001. Hand delivered application may be submitted at Reception (Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria Townlands 351-JR or should be forwarded to recruitment@health.gov.za quoting the reference number on the subject e-mail.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Shitiba
CLOSING DATE : 11 November 2024
NOTE : All short-listed candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise for SMS posts, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment batteries. Applications should be submitted on the new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service department and should be accompanied by a CV only (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed). The Z83 must be fully completed (in line with DPSA Practice note), failure to comply will automatically disqualify the applicant. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant documents on application. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested prior to the final selection phase. Applications should be on one PDF format (If emailed). Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with the requirements will not be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications and national certificates (where applicable) evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to fill the posts. The successful candidate will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and other vetting procedures. Applicants are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If notification of an interview is not received within three (3) months after the closing date, candidates may regard their application as unsuccessful. The Department will not be liable where applicants use incorrect/no reference number(s) on their applications.
NOTE : All short-listed candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise for SMS posts, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment batteries. Applications should be submitted on the new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service department and should be accompanied by a CV only (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed). The Z83 must be fully completed (in line with DPSA Practice note), failure to comply will automatically disqualify the applicant. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant documents on application. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested prior to the final selection phase. Applications should be on one PDF format (If emailed). Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with the requirements will not be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications and national certificates (where applicable) evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to fill the posts. The successful candidate will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and other vetting procedures. Applicants are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If notification of an interview is not received within three (3) months after the closing date, candidates may regard their application as unsuccessful. The Department will not be liable where applicants use incorrect/no reference number(s) on their applications.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
CHIEF DIRECTOR: WOMEN’S MATERNAL, CHILD AND NEONATALREPRODUCTIVE HEALTH REF NO: NDOH 45/2024
Chief Directorate: Women’s Maternal, Child and Neonatal Reproductive Health
This is a re-advertisement. Applicants who have previously applied need to re-apply
SALARY : R1 436 022 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), (basic salary consists of 70% of the total package, the State’s contribution to the Government Employee’s Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion]. The flexible portion of the package can be structured according to Senior Management Service Guidelines.
CENTRE : Pretoria.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF 7 qualification in Health Science or Social Science as recognized by SAQA. A Masters Degree within Health Science will be an added advantage. Registration with appropriate Profession Council. A qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (O&G) or Paediatrics will be an added advantage. At least five (5) years’ experience at senior management level in a health associated environment, with specific emphasis on child and/or women’s health programmes. Experience in national and international liaison, policy development and implementation, strategic and operational planning. Specialised knowledge and experience in women’s maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health as well as monitoring and evaluation, human resources and financial management. Working knowledge of the health sector and government strategies and processes, strategic management and project management. Knowledge of other programmes that impact on family health particularly HIV/AIDS, TB and nutrition. Good communication (verbal and written), leadership, analytical, problem solving, research, facilitation, negotiation, advocacy and computer skills (MS Office package). A valid driver’s license. SMS pre-entry Certificate is required for appointment finalization.
DUTIES : Oversee the reduction of maternal, neonatal and child mortality rates. Develop and support implementation of plans to reduce maternal, new-born and child mortality rates based on the recommendations from the ministerial appointed Mortality Committees. Provide strategic direction and oversee the development of relevant policies and guidelines aimed at improving the health and well-being of women, adolescents and children. Facilitate the promotion of healthy behaviours and demand for health services in families, communities, especially in the areas that affect the health and wellbeing of mothers, women and children. Monitor and report on progress towards achievement of global and national commitments such as Sustainable Development Goal and National Development Plan targets. Effective governance, compliance and risk management. Monitor quality, risk, standards and practices against prescribed frameworks.
ENQUIRIES : Mr RW Morewane Tel No: (012) 395 8757/8
OTHER POST
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DENTAL THERAPY REF NO: NDOH 46/2024
Cluster: Health Promotion Nutrition and Oral Health
This is a re-advertisement. Applicants who have previously applied need to re-apply
SALARY : Grade 1: R990 945 per annum. Salary grade will be determined in accordance with the below requirements as per OSD.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate qualification that allows registration with HPCSA in Dental Therapy. A minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA in Dental Therapy. Member of management for oral health services will be an advantage. Knowledge of National oral health services delivery structure, National oral health policy and strategy 2024-2034, the primary health care package for South Africa, National Health Act 61 of 2003 as well as knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) in relation to finance management responsibilities. Good problem solving and organising, applied strategic thinking, project management, analytical, planning, communication (written and verbal), information management, interpersonal and computer literacy skills. A valid driver’s licence as well as willingness to travel frequently as required.
DUTIES : Develop policies or strategies for effective oral health service delivery. Circulate the draft policy or strategies to Oral Health stakeholders for inputs. Train the oral health provincial coordinators and professionals on the policy or strategies. Monitor and evaluate norms and standards for primary oral health service delivery. Use the current tool to monitor the current oral health norms and standards. Evaluate the oral health primary health care service outcomes and impact of current norms and standards by getting reports from provincial oral health coordinators. Develop methods/strategies and activities to integrate oral health into general health at primary health level. Contribute oral health inputs to the Road to Health booklet and Community Health Workers training manual. Participate in the outreach campaigns that are led by the Minister or Deputy Minister to communities for health awareness. Engage in oral health promotion activities, including communication of oral health messages through the development of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) material. Organise oral health outreach programmes in collaboration with provincial oral health professionals or health promotion directorate. Design and develop oral health education booklets, posters and brochures. Management of finance and risk. Compile budgets and expenditure statements for the Directorate: Oral Health. Develop a budget for printing and purchase of information, education, and communication material.
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Mcuba Tel No: (012) 395-9049