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KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
“The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories”
ERRATUM: Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital: Kindly note that the following vacancies that were advertised on Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 dated 30 October 2026 are amended as follows: Operational Manager (Specialty) with Ref No: UMG 07/2026 is amended as (X2 Posts). Enrolled Nursing Assistant Grade 1 with Ref No: UMG 10/2026) is amended to (X19 Posts).
OTHER POSTS
MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1/2/3 (PSYCHIATRY) REF NO: UMZ05/2026 (X1 POST)
Re Advertisement
SALARY : Grade 1: R1 395 528 per annum
Grade 2: R1592 274 per annum
Grade 3: R1844 151 per annum
Other benefits: 13th cheque, medical aid (optional), housing allowance (employee must meet requirements) Commuted overtime, 22% rural allowance
CENTRE : Umzimkhulu Psychiatric Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Senior certificate or equivalent plus, MBCHB or equivalent plus FC Psych or MMED Psychiatry Current registration with HPCSA as Specialist Psychiatrist. Grade 1: 0-5 years’ experience post specialist qualification. Grade 2: 6-10 years’ experience post specialist qualification. Grade 3: 10+ years’ experience post specialist qualification. Knowledge, skills, training, and competencies required: Sound knowledge and clinical skills in the management of adult and child psychiatry patients. Ability to supervise and teach junior and senior members of staff. Good communication and interpersonal and management skills. Sound professional and ethical values and a concern for excellence. Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
DUTIES : To provide safe, ethical and high quality psychiatric services within the hospital. Undertake and support Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Professional Development activities. Supervise and mentor medical officer, community service officers and nursing staff. Provide expert advice and clinical support to hospitals referring to Umzimkhulu Psychiatric Hospital. Active participation in quality improvement programs including clinical audits. Attend to administrative matters as it pertains to the running of the unit. Co-ordinate multidisciplinary team activities. Attend meetings and workshops as directed. Co-ordinate and support the mental health outreach programme within Harry Gwala District. Comply with all legal prescripts, Acts, legislation, policies, circulars, procedures, guidelines and code of conduct for public service. Adhere to correct channels of communication as per hospital organogram. Maintain clinical, professional and ethical standards. Assist the hospital management with the development and implementation of guidelines, protocols and clinical audits, revising as needed to optimise patient care in wards and outpatients departments.
ENQUIRIES : Dr NMG Mbanjwa Tel No: (039) 259 0310
APPLICATIONS : Applications to be forwarded to Chief Executive Office, Umzimkhulu Hospital, Private Bag X514, Umzimkhulu, 3297 or Drop Off in the application Box, Umzimkhulu Hospital, 3297 or email: Umzimkhulu.E-Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : Mr. M Titi
NOTE : Directions to candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Application for employment form (Z83 fully completed), which is obtained at any Government Department OR from the website: www.kznhealth.gov.za and curriculum vitae. Only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents, proof of experience and proof of current registration with the respective council on or before the date of interview following communication with HR. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. NB: Certified copies should not be older than three months, not copies of certified copies & faxed applications will not be considered. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. UMZ 01/2026. Failure to comply with the above instruction will lead to disqualification of applicants. Please note that due to the large number of applications, we anticipate to receive applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T and resettlement claims will be considered for payment to candidates that are invited to interviews. Please note that pre-employment screening and verification process, including CIPC, criminal records verification will be undertaken. Non-RSA Citizens / Permanent Residents/ Work Permit holders must submit documentary proof when the applicant is shortlisted) This department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer whose aim is to promote respectively in all levels of all occupational categories in the department. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 20 November 2026
REGISTRAR: MEDICAL (VARIOUS)
SALARY : R1 041 402 per annum, (This is an all-inclusive flexible remuneration package that may be structured according to specific rules). Applicants to note: Salary package is subject to OSD determination plus commuted overtime depending on needs of the Discipline/Institution.
CENTRE : Various (KZN) – Medical:
Discipline: Cardiothoracic Surgery Ref No: Reg 18/2027
Internal Medicine Ref No: Reg 19/2027
Nuclear Medicine Ref No: Reg 20/2027
Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) Ref No: Reg 21/2027
Ophthalmology Ref No: Reg 22/2027
REQUIREMENTS : Tertiary qualification (MBCHB) or equivalent (Medical). Registration certificate for Independent Practice with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Practitioner; Current Annual Practicing Certificate from Health Professions Council of South Africa; Twelve (12) months post Community Service experience as a Medical Officer as at closing date of this advert; Valid driver’s license; Relevant Discipline Specific Minimum Requirements below (depending on the Discipline): Cardiothoracic Surgery: FCS Intermediates and minimum 12 months experience in General Surgery post community service; Internal Medicine: Minimum 12 months of experience in Internal Medicine and FCP Part I and Diploma in Internal Medicine qualification; Nuclear Medicine: Minimum 2 weeks experience in Nuclear Medicine at a recognized training institution; Otorhinolaryngology (ENT): FCORL(SA) or FCS(SA) Primary exams and minimum 6 months experience in General Surgery and/or surgical specialties (e.g. ENT, neurosurgery, etc.) and minimum 3 months ICU and FCORL(SA) or FCS(SA) Intermediate Exams; Ophthalmology:Minimum 6 months experience in Ophthalmology post-Community Service and FC Ophthalmology (SA) Part I. Basic knowledge of Medical Practice Ethics, ability to manage patients independently, ability to learn, innovate and be prepared to work overtime, good interpersonal skills, an interest in conducting research, knowledge and respect of the Patients’ Rights Charter and Batho Pele Principles.
DUTIES : Participation in academic and teaching programmes and meetings in the respective Departments, responsibility for care of patients at designated levels/sites, e.g. Outpatients, Wards, Theatres, ICUs etc; management of patients under supervision, attendance at ward rounds and/or tutorials, supervision and teaching of undergraduates, provision of after-hours care for emergency services, clerking and keeping of comprehensive records of patients in the hospital file, outreach activities as deemed necessary by the Clinical Supervisor, Personal development to the level of independent specialist practice in the chosen field. Department reserves the right not to fill these post (s).
ENQUIRIES : Mrs R Erasmus Tel No: (033) 395 2472 /2742 /2669 3347
Cardiothoracic Surgery: Dr. N. Ndibi Tel No: (031) 240-2114
Internal Medicine: Prof N. Magula Tel No: (031) 260 4242
Nuclear Medicine: Prof M Vorster Tel No: (031) 260 4301
Otorhinolaryngology (ENT): Dr A. Sibiya: Tel No: (031) 260-4292
Ophthalmology: Dr. N Mathe Tel No: (031) 260 4292
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be addressed to Mrs R Erasmus, Human Resource Management Services, Registrar Programme, Department of Health, 330 Langalibalele Street, Natalia Building, Room 6-106 South Tower or online through the e-Recruitment system at . www.kznhealth.gov.za/kznjobsApplicants are discouraged from sending applications through registered mail/postal service as the Department will not be responsible for non-collection of these applications.
FOR ATTENTION : Mrs R Erasmus, Human Resources Tel No: (033) 395 2472/2742/ 2669/ 3347
NOTE : Applicants are discouraged from sending applications through registered mail as the Department will not be responsible for non-collection of these applications. No late applications will be accepted. Applications submitted though the online platforms must include copies of all documents listed above. Originally certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates which must be submitted on the day of the interview. Medical Registrars - Training will take place at various sites for each discipline. Registrars may be required to spend time at various training institutions as required by the discipline. The site for the 1st year of training and subsequent rotations will be determined by the Academic Head of Discipline. Applicants are requested to apply separately for the disciplines of their interest. A maximum of three applications will be allowed which should be ranked in order of preference. One application for various Disciplines will not be accepted. Applications from applicants who are already appointed in the Registrar Programme will not be considered. As per HPCSA Regulations, the duration of Registrar training is 4/5 years, depending on the Discipline. All Registrars will be expected to register with the university for the MMED at own expense. All Registrars will be required to sign a contract which includes training and service responsibilities. Registrars will be required to complete Performance Agreements and assessments as stipulated by the Department. Appointments are subject to the signing of a contract which includes a service pay-back period. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Please note that due to financial constraints, no S&T will be considered for the attendance of interviews, nor will resettlement allowance be considered for relocation purposes. The following documents must be submitted: Applicants must ensure that they fully complete the most recent Application for Employment Form (Form Z83) as issued by the Minister for DPSA (gazetted on 06 November 2020 - 81/971431 effective 01 January 2021) in line with regulation of 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016 and the information template which is provided to ensure the fair consideration of suitably qualified applicants and which is obtainable from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of the Z83. Applications submitted through online platforms must include copies of the documents listed above. Copies of Qualifications, Registration Certificates and drivers license must not be submitted when applying for employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies on or before the day of the interview. Copies of certified copies will not be accepted, and submission of such documents will render the applicant being disqualified. The post reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83. Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post/s. The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and to this end, has developed an Employment Equity Plan pursuant to the Employment Equity Act. Preference for the filling of these posts will be guided by the Departmental Equity Plan and targets for the occupational level concerned. Please note that due to large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if you have not been contacted within 3 months after closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Failure to comply with the above instructions shall result in the applicant being disqualified.
CLOSING DATE : 20 November 2026
PROFESSIONAL NURSE SPECIALTY- OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH REF NO: DANCHC 10/2026
(Re- advertisement)
Component: Employee Health and Wellness Centre
SALARY : Grade 1: R495 423 – R581 931 per annum
Grade 2: R607 350 – R752 913 per annum
Other benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) and Housing allowance:(Employee to meet the prescribed requirements) and 8% Inhospitable/Rural allowance
CENTRE : Dannhauser CHC
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12(Senior Certificate), Standard 10 / or National Certificate plus basic R 425 qualification i.e. Degree/Diploma in nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Post Basic qualification with the duration of at least 1 year in Occupational Health Nursing Science accredited with the SANC. Occupational Health Nurse Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate / recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Occupational Health Nurse Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate / recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing, of which at least 10 years must be appropriate / recognisable experience after obtaining the one year Post Basic qualification in Occupational Health Nursing Science accredited with SANC. Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC). Current SANC receipt (2026). Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required for the post: Knowledge of nursing care process and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant Legal framework. Sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Compensation Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) and the latest Employee Health and Wellness Framework for the public service. Sound knowledge of the National Core Standards (OHSC) and Data Management. Knowledge of basic human resource and financial management. Ability to formulate occupational health related policies and procedures. Ability to demonstrate good insight of policies and procedures pertaining to occupational and employee health and wellness. Problem solving, leadership and communication skills. Co-ordination and planning skills Computer Literacy. Knowledge of all applicable legislation guidelines and policies related to nursing Principles. Good interpersonal relationship and listening skills.
DUTIES : Co-ordinate HIV, AIDS and TB Management Sub-programme in context of prevention, treatment care and support for personnel. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure quality of care, including working cooperatively with all employees of diverse social, religious and cultural backgrounds on the development of orientation and induction programme. Champion, promote and advocate proper treatment and care, including employee health and wellness campaigns to respond to the need of employees. Conduct disease profiles amongst the employees and develop quality improvement plan, policies and procedures and ensure timeous implementation. Co-ordinate healthy lifestyle promotion, medical surveillance (baseline, periodical and exit) and occupational health programmes. Conduct occupational health audits in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and relevant legislation and protocols. Co-ordinate establishment of multi- disciplinary HIV, AIDS, TB, Health and productivity. Management sub-committee as a platform for reflecting on the employee health and wellness issues. Maintain accurate staff records, identify and investigate occupational health diseases and compile statistics and submit report to the CHC management and District Office. Develop occupational health business plan in line with institutional plans, manage, plan, monitor, evaluate and review the utilisation of resources as an acting employee health and wellness programme co-ordinator / manager.
ENQUIRIES : Dr FP Mtshali Tel No: (034) 621 6100
APPLICATIONS : All applications should be forwarded to Assistant Director: HRM; KZN: Department of Health, Hand delivery to: Dannhauser Community Health Centre; No 7 Durnacol Road; Dannhauser, 3080. Email address: or DannhauserCHC.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za / www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
NOTE : (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representativity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department.) Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application for employment form (Z83-fully completed) and Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents and proof of current registration with the respective council on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panel shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The Reference Number must be indicated in the column (Part A) provided thereof on the Z83 form. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Faxed applications will not be accepted. 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 and citizenship, verification of educational qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. NB: Preference will be given to African Male
CLOSING DATE : 20 November 2026
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REF NO: UMG01/2026
(This is a re-advertisement those who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply)
SALARY : R487 197 - R573 897 per annum. Plus: Other Benefits: 13th cheque, Medical Aid and Housing Allowance Optional (Employee must meet prescribed requirements)
CENTRE : Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent. Degree/ National Diploma in Human Resource Management / Public Management / Administration Plus. At least 3-5 years appropriate supervisory experience in Human Resource component. Valid driver’s licence. PERSAL certificates. Computer Literacy (word processing and spreadsheet packages). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Working knowledge of health policies and current public service and health related legislation. Broad knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management. Sound knowledge of Human Resource Practices, Staff Relations, Employee Wellness and Human Resource Development. Ability of strategic planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation. Sound knowledge of PERSAL, Project management and Financial Management. Ability to liaise with management. Knowledge of EPMDS. Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheet packages. High level of information presentation.
DUTIES : Manage day to day functioning of the human resource management component to ensure that high-quality human resource management services are provided. Oversee HR practices, HR planning and Development, Labour Relations, Occupational Health and Employee Wellness. Responsible for development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Human resource standard operating procedures and guidelines. Implement National Core Standards and all other quality improvements initiatives. Develop Human Resource Plan for the hospital which includes HR Plan, Employment Equity Plan, Operational Plan, Skills Development Plan, Annual in-service Education Plan etc. and ensure that all stakeholders are represented as the guidelines stipulates. Maintain functional HR Committees which include Employment Equity Committee, IHRDC (Institutional Human Resource Development Committee), Institutional Management and Labour Committee, Occupational Health and Safety Committee and other relevant committees. Monitor and control budget allocated to Human Resource component and clearing of suspense accounts. Ensure effective performance management in line with Employee Performance Management and other relevant prescripts. Maintain good/sound labour peace. Ensure establishment of fully functional employee health and wellness programmes. Timeous submission of statistics, reports, returns and any other information from HR. Represent HR in various committees within the institution and at district level.
ENQUIRIES : Mr V.M Mvelase: CEO: Tel No: (033) 330 6146
APPLICATIONS : Applications should be directed to: Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Private Bag X23, Howick, 3290 / Hand Delivered / Corriere To: Human Resources Department, Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Old Main Road, Howick. Email to: UmgeniHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : HR department
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) obtainable at any government department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za 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 only (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). All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Please take note that due financial constraints no S & T will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for the interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. No late applications will be considered. Please take note that due to the large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. UMgeni Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories in the institution.
CLOSING DATE : 20 November 2026
