KWAZULU-NATAL DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES

MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: G17/2025 
Cluster: Information Technology: Head Office: Pietermaritzburg 
Job Purpose: Develop and facilities the implementation of Integrated Management Information Master Plan for the Department of Health to adequately support the objectives of the Strategic and Service Transformation Plans of the Department.
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (an all-Inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Head Office: Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Information Technology; Plus A minimum of five (5) years senior management experience in Information Technology. Plus Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s licence (Code 08). Computer literacy in Microsoft Software applications. 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 a 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 following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Individuals who have completed the course already, and who are therefore in possession of a certificate are welcome to submit such, however it is not required that an applicant submit such when applying for the post prior to the closing date. However, prior to an appointment being made to any SMS post, the appointee to such a post must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: The incumbent of this post will report to the Head of Department Health and will be responsible to support the Head of Department and Senior Management through the establishment of sound information Management Systems and in the efficient and effective utilization of Information and Information Technology as strategic resources to inform planning, monitoring, evaluation and decision making processes. The ideal candidate must: Possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the design and development of Management Information System. Possess knowledge of Computer Programming, Information Technology, Main frame applications and Interfaces. Have the ability to operationalize Management Information System imperatives of the Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department through innovative and highly complex information system that is user friendly. Knowledge of information management and prescript. Have the ability to capitalise on human potential and to develop information management competencies at all organisational layers of the Department with a view to improve reliability of data and the utilisation of data for planning, monitoring and evaluation of programme and institutional performance. Have advance project and Contract Management skills. Have advance skills in the application of computer software packages (MS Office, Excel and PowerPoint) Have excellent verbal communication and report writing skills. NB//: The incumbent of this post will be required to possess the following skills: Risk Management skills, Monitoring and Evaluation and Financial Management skills. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee the provisioning of fully compatible hardware and software solutions for the Department inclusive of the management of the SLA with SITA and user support services. Promote the utilisation of e-solutions in the department and the development of IT skills within the department. Develop Information Management Policies and maintain user and data security. Monitor and evaluate on a continuous basis compliance with policy system standards and norms. Represent the department at the GITO Council. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mrs TP Msimango Tel No: (033) 395 3176 
APPLICATIONS : All applications should be forwarded to: The Chief Director: Human Resource Management Services, KZN Department of Health, Private Bag X9051, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or Hand delivered to: 330 Langalibalele Street Natalia Building, Registry, Minus 1:1 North Tower (Attention: Ms L Mthalane) Interested applicants can visit the following website at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs for full posts details. “Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 and CV directly to the following email address HeadOffice.JobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za. NB//The subject of your e-mail must be the post name that you are applying for”. Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centre’s (DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centre’s (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialed and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with detailed experience). Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 05 September 2025 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DISTRICT DIRECTOR 
Cluster: District Health Services 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13) 
CENTRE : King Cetshwayo Health District Office Ref No: G18/2025 
Umkhanyakude Health District Office Ref No: G19/2025 
Umgungundlovu Health District Office Ref No: G20/2025 
Ethekwini Health District Office Ref No: G43/2025 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Clinical Health Science; Plus degree or diploma in health management or Degree/Diploma in General Management. Plus Current registration with the relevant health professional body; Plus A minimum of Five (5) years’ experience in middle/senior managerial level in Primary Health Care or District Health System. Plus Unendorsed valid driver’s license. Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft software applications. Additional Qualifications: Post-graduate qualification in Public Health/Master in Business Management. Project Management. 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 a 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 following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entry-programme/.Individuals who have completed the course already, and who are therefore in possession of a certificate are welcome to submit such, however it is not required that an applicant submit such when applying for the post prior to the closing date. However, prior to an appointment being made to any SMS post, the appointee to such a post must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: The incumbent of this post will report to the Chief Director: District Health Services: Head Office, and will be responsible to ensure and account for the delivery of integrated, effective and efficient health service at all levels of care based on the Primary Health Care approach through the District Health System within UMgungundlovu District (whichever is relevant). The ideal candidates must: Possess a clear understanding of the challenges facing the public health sector due to poverty, resource limitations and opportunistic diseases such as TB, HIV and AIDS. Have the ability to analyse and interpret complex management data and information to inform decision-making and alignment processes timeously. Have the ability to develop innovative solutions for complex health and other service delivery management problems. Possess strong leadership to: ensure buy-in/support of other organs of state and external stakeholders to accomplish deliverables identified in the Annual Performance Plans of the District. Provide strategic direction to Institutions. Mediate processes for the allocation of resources to Institutions. Build a highly effective and efficient health service delivery team in the district; and reason/present/negotiate the case of the district at departmental management and planning fora. Have the ability to assess and manage the performance of the District Health System and directly supervise staff. Have the ability to interact effectively and efficiently with a wide range of stakeholders. Have the ability to turn around negative audit findings in the district to be a positive one. Possess a good Knowledge and understanding of universal health coverage Possess a clear understanding of risk and other management processes and the application thereof to ensure that the decentralised management model of the department is performing optimally. Possess knowledge of the governance framework and legislative imperatives set for the area of operation. Be computer literate with proficiency in MS Office Software applications. 
 
DUTIES : Based on relevant policy imperatives, provide strategic leadership and ensure the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of an Annual District Health Services Delivery Plan. Account in terms of planned initiatives for the delivery of health services in the district. Coordinate and facilitate processes to prioritise health service delivery initiatives and the allocation of concomitant resources amongst health facilities in the district, whilst promoting service delivery equity. Monitor and evaluate health service delivery within the district, identify high risk areas and facilitate timeous corrective action where required. Provide transversal clinical support and other support services to Institutions. Ensure the development of an innovative and human rights sensitive cadre of health workers at all levels. Identify and address transversal health service delivery barriers that cannot be resolved at Institutional and district level and filter those requiring intervention at Provincial level. Facilitate the process of ensuring universal health access (NHI) for King Cetshwayo Health District. Oversee and coordinate the delivery of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Forensic Pathology Services (FPS) across the district. Implement good governance, transparency, and accountability practices. Drive all public health services within the district towards achieving and sustaining a clean audit. Responsible for providing strategic leadership and overall management of all health services within the district. Ensure the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and patient-centred care across the district, while driving compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Effectively manage and optimise all resources under your stewardship, including physical, and technological assets, to ensure efficiency, accountability, and maximum impact on service delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with community structures, oversight bodies, NGOs, and other health sector partners. Participate in DDM, Operation Sukuma Sakhe (OSS) and other intersectoral collaborations. Ensure all public health facilities on readiness for audits, inspections, and quality assurance assessments. Promote a positive organisational culture in the district. Supervise, mentor, and develop public health teams in ensuring high performance, continuous improvement, and policy compliance. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Mndebele Tel No: (033) 395 3274 
APPLICATIONS : All applications should be forwarded to: The Chief Director: Human Resource Management Services, KZN Department of Health, Private Bag X9051, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 OR Hand Deliver to: 330 Langalibalele Street, Natalia Building, Registry, Minus 1:1 North Tower. Interested applicants can visit the following website at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs for full posts details.“ Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 and CV directly to the following email address HeadOffice.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za.
NB//The subject of your e-mail must be the post name that you are applying for. Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialled and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with detailed experience). Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 05 September 2025

​OTHER POST
 
 
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER: VARIOUS CENTRES 
Cluster: Hospital Management Services 
Job Purpose: To plan, direct co-ordinate and manage the efficient and delivery of clinical and administrative support services through working with the key executive management team at the hospital within the legal and regulatory framework, to represent the hospital authoritatively at provincial and public forums, to provide strategic leadership to improve operational efficiency within the health establishment to improve health outcomes. 
SALARY : R1 059 105 per annum (Level 12), (an all-inclusive MMS salary package) 
CENTRE : Various Hospitals & CHC: 
Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Hospital Ref No: G21/2025 
Ceza Hospital Ref No: G22/2025 
ST Appollinaris Hospital Ref No: G23/2025 
Christ The King Hospital Ref No: G24/2025 
Mbongolwane Hospital: Ref No: G25/2025 
Benedictine Hospital Ref No: G26/2025 
Eshowe Hospital Ref No: G27/2025 
Church Of Scotland Hospital Ref No: G28/2025 
Ntunjambili Hospital Ref No: G29/2025 
Charles Jonhson Memorial Hospital Ref No: G30/2025 
Kwa Mashu Community Health Care Ref No: G31/2025 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree/advanced Diploma in a health related field, registration with relevant professional council; plus A Degree/Diploma in Health Management OR a Degree/advanced Diploma in a management field. Plus At least 5 (five) years management experience in the health sector. Experience as a health service manager or significant experience in management in a health service environment. Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s license (Code 08). Operational Manager and Clinical Programme Co-ordinator with five (5) years’ experience as Operational Manager and Clinical Programme Co-ordinator respectively may apply. NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview. Competencies: Knowledge: Knowledge of relevant legislation such as National Health Act, Public Finance Management Act (PMFA), Public Service Act and related regulations and policies. Core Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, people management and empowerment. Progress Competencies: Service delivery innovation, knowledge management, problem solving and analysis, communication, client orientation and customer focus. 
 
DUTIES : Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic plan for the Hospital to ensure that it is in line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plans. Financial Management: Maximise revenue through collection of all income due to the Hospital, ensure that adequate policies, systems and procedure are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources, planning of financial resource mobilisation, monitoring and evaluation, asset and risk management. Facility Management: Ensure business support and systems to promote optimal management of the institution as well as optimal service delivery, ensure that systems and procedures are in place to ensure planning and timeous maintenance of facilities and equipment. Human Resource Management: Develop, implement and maintain human resource management policies and guidelines, systems and procedures that will ensure effective and efficient utilisation of human resources, promote a safe and healthy working environment through compliance with relevant legislation including occupation health and safety committees. Ensure continuous development and training of personnel and implement monitoring and evaluation of performance. Procurement and Management of Equipment and Supplies: Implement a procurement and provisioning system that is fair, transparent, competitive and cost effective in terms of provincial delegated authority and in line with the PFMA, ensure that goods and services are procured in a cost effective timely manner. Clinical and Corporate Governance: Oversee clinical governance to ensure high standards of patient care, establish community networks and report to the Hospital. Responsible for corporate governance inclusive of infrastructure planning and maintenance as well as occupational health and safety, manage the institution’s risk to ensure optimal achievement of health outcomes. Implement good governance, transparency, and accountability practices. Drive the hospital and its catchment clinics towards achieving and sustaining a clean audit. Responsible for providing strategic leadership and overall management of all health services within the hospital and its catchment area, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and patient-centred care across the facility and associated clinics, while driving compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Effectively manage and optimise all resources under your stewardship, including physical, and technological assets, to ensure efficiency, accountability, and maximum impact on service delivery. Drive and implement innovative strategies that advance progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in alignment with the National Health Insurance (NHI) framework. Build and maintain strong relationships with community structures, oversight bodies, NGOs, and other health sector partners. Participate in Operation Sukuma Sakhe (OSS) and other intersectoral collaborations. Ensure hospital and catchment clinics on readiness for audits, inspections, and quality assurance assessments. Promote a positive organisational culture. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. J Mndebele Tel No: (033) 395 3274 
APPLICATIONS : All Applications Should Be Forwarded To: The Chief Director: Human Resource Management Services, KZN Department of Health, Private Bag X9051, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 OR Hand Deliver to: 330 Langalibalele Street, Natalia Building, Registry, Minus 1:1 North Tower. (Attention: Mr. A Memela) Interested applicants can visit the following website at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs for Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 and CV directly to the following email address HeadOffice.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za. Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialled and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with detailed experience). Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 05 September 2025