FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on new Z83 form. “Applicants are advised that until 31 December 2020 the current application for employment (Z83) form will be applicable, however from 1 January 2021, a new application for employment (Z83) form will be effective. Should an individual wish to apply for a post on or after 1 January 2021, he/she will be required to submit the new application for employment form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered.”. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and detailed Curriculum Vitae. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 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 email. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12 months. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the above post. The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement. The Department of Health is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representativity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan.
 
 
 

​MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R1 266 714 - R1 492 122 per annum (Level 13), all -inclusive package consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that be structured in terms of the applicable rules, Medical Aid (Optional) Employee must meet the prescribed requirements. 
CENTRE : Bongani Regional Hospital Ref No: H/C/8/2025 (X1 Post) 
Mofumahadi Manapo Regional Hospital Ref No: H/C/9/2025 (X1 Post) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in a Health/Social Science or related field or 4-year degree in an appropriate management field as recognized by SAQA. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in public health sector. At least 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level or Employment Equity EEA, DDA. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of appointment, is a requirement for all SMS positions. 138 The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name “Certificate for entry into the SMS” and the full details can be sourced from the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-preentry-programme/. All costs associated herewith are the responsibility of the applicant). Experience: Appropriate experience and a proven track record in all major aspects of management within a healthcare environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s license. Willingness to travel across the province as required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strong corporate management skills within a health service environment. Policy implementation and guidelines development. Strong business orientation with the proven skills and ability in the financial management of health services. Open-minded and the ability to accommodate diverse views. Innovative, creative and lateral thinker. Ability to think fast, decisively and appropriately to rapidly changing situations. Adaptive leadership capabilities. High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, internet-based applications, and email communication. 
 
DUTIES : Plan, direct, co-ordinate, manage Health Care and Administrative support service effectively and efficiently as an integral part of the health service delivery in the area served by the hospital. Represent the hospital authoritative at Provincial and Public Forums. Prepare a Business Plan for the hospital to ensure that is in line with the departmental strategic plan. Plan, co-ordinate and ensure the effective and efficient overall management of the hospital in terms of relevant acts and delegation. Human Resource Management. Procurement and Management of equipment and facilities. Corporate Governance. Implement and manage an information technology policy, systems and procedures to support the effective and efficient delivery of services. Manage all aspects of patient care and ensure health, safety, welfare of patient and quality improvement. Ensure comprehensive compliance with standards to provide quality care. Serve on various internal and external committees, and provide input into the development of Provincial policy and strategy on the provision of health/medical care. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr GM London Tel No: (051) 408 1846 
APPLICATIONS : Applications to be send to: https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment

​OTHER POST
 
 
ASSISTANT MANAGER: PNA7(PHC) REF NO: MMD/ P/01/2025 
SALARY : R755 355 per annum 
CENTRE : Mangaung Metro District 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualifications that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. A post basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with SANC, post basic qualification of Clinical Nursing Science, health assessment, treatment and care (PHC), a minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as a Professional nurse. At lest 6 years of the period referred above must be appropriate /recognizable experience after obtaining the 1year post basic qualification, at least 3 year of the period referred to must be appropriate/recognizable experience at Management level. Proof of working experience endorsed by HR (submitted only when shortlisted). Valid driver’s license. Skills and Knowledge: Driving Skills. Verbal and written communication, time management, good interpersonal relations. Ability to work under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines, travelling extensively and work extra hours, strong ability to build and work as a team member, computer literacy, strong management and leadership. Coordinate, monitor and analyses data quality assessment. Knowledge of financial management. 
 
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 WA Malete, Assistant Manager: Admin and Support, Cell: 0832712534. Email: MaleteWA@fshealth.gov.za  
APPLICATIONS : Applications to be done at: https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment.