MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 

The Department of Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. Candidates whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.

APPLICATIONS : Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za

CLOSING DATE : 30 October 2026 

NOTE : N.B. Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. In order to alleviate the administration burden on HR Sections as well as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. All posts, health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory councils for shortlisted candidates. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. No fax applications will be considered. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z 83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83. Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from the Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. Please quote the Correct references when applying and where possible the station/centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za. Only Online Applications will be accepted. NB: Candidates who are not contacted within 90 DAYS after the closing date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful. Please note the Department reserves the right to amend/review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications) 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. 

ERRATUM: Kindly note that the post was posted in the Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 dated 21 August 2026, the post of Operational Manager Nursing (PN-B3): PHC (Vukuzakhe Clinic, Gert Sibande District) with Ref No: MPDoH/Aug/26/1267 has been withdrawn. 

OTHER POSTS

MEDICAL OFFICER GRADE 1 REF NO: MPDOH/OCT/26/1647 (X2 POSTS) 

SALARY : R1 041 402 - R1 121 241 per annum 

CENTRE : Amajuba Memorial Hospital (Gert Sibande District) 

Themba Hospital (Ehlanzeni District) 

REQUIREMENTS : MBChB degree (qualification) that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (2026) (Independent Practice). NB: The appointed Medical Officer must be able to work shifts. A valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans. Sound knowledge of medical ethics. Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline. Knowledge of current Health and Public Service regulations and policies. Skills in terms of consultations, history taking, examination, clinical assessment and clinical management. Grade 1: No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice). Minimum of 1-year relevant experience after registration with a recognised Foreign Health Professions and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice) for foreign qualified employees. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competences Required: Sound knowledge of medical ethics. Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline. Sound clinical knowledge, competency and skills in general clinical domains. The ability to work under supervision as an efficient team member. Good communication, leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills. Ability to manage patients independently, diligently, responsibility and engage when necessary. Knowledge of current health policies, legislation, programmes and priorities within the domain. Ability to teach, guide and junior staff within the department. Behavioural Attributes: Stress tolerance, to work within a team, self-confidence and the ability to build and maintain good relationship. Sound clinical knowledge with regard to medicine. Ability to deal with all medical emergencies. Knowledge of ethical medical practice. 

DUTIES : To execute duties and functions with proficiency, to support the aims and objectives of the Institution that consistent with standards of patient care. Accept responsibility for the management of patients admitted in a level 2/3 package of service facility. Assist in the preparation and implementation of guidelines and protocols. Participate in academic and training programmes. Assist with clinical audits actively participate in continuous professional development. Provide support to hospital management towards an efficient standard of patient care and services is maintained. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. 

PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1-2 (PN-B1-2): NEPHROLOGY REF NO: MPDOH/OCT/26/1650 (X3 POSTS) 

SALARY : Grade 1: R495 423 - R581 931 per annum 

Grade 2: R607 350 - R752 913 per annum 

CENTRE : Ermelo Hospital (Gert Sibande District) 

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 qualification or equivalent plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma / Degree in General Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwifery (2026), a post-basic nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R212 specialty in Nephrology Nursing Science. Grade 1: A minimum of four (4) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the (SANC). Grade 2: A minimum of fourteen (14) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing. At least ten (10) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post basic qualification in relevant specialty. Ability to function independently and to prioritize work. Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills. Good supervisory and teaching skills. 

DUTIES : Provision of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework. Provide comprehensive health care services in the Nephrology Unit. Ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Provide quality patient care, follow norms and standards. Participate in quality improvement programs. Supervise and implement patient care standards. Implement and practice nursing health care in accordance with the statutory laws governing the nursing profession, labour and health care. Implement constructive working relations with nurses and other stake holders. Ensure compliance of Infection Prevention and Control policies. Ensure that the equipment is functional and ready all the time. Ability to prioritize, coordinate activities of patient management according to protocols. Able to plan and organize your own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Participate in staff development and performance management. Report patient safety incidence, challenges and deficiencies within the unit. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with people of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Ensure adherence to Batho - Pele Principles and Patient’s Right Charter. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MARKETING & EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION REF NO: MPDOH/OCT/26/1651 

SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09), (plus service benefits) 

CENTRE : Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit) 

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Marketing Communication as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in Communication at supervisory / management (Level 7/8). Communication Industry will be an added advantage. Valid driver’s licence. Must be willing to travel long distances and work extended hours. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and relevant DPSA policies. Competencies and Skills: Planning and organising. Problem-solving and analytical thinking. Good verbal and written communication skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Computer literacy. Teamwork and client orientation. Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

DUTIES : Provide and implement branding for all Departmental Events. Provide Strategic leadership in the planning of all Internal and External Events. Provide Strategic planning and crafting of the Departmental Communications Strategy. Ensure that there is crafting and implementation of an Annual Events calendar for the Department. Liaise with all Departmental Programmes in the Head Office and in all the districts with regard to successful planning and implementation of events. Ensure that all Departmental events are well communicated to the public for event mobilisation and successful attendance of people. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. 

PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER: HR PLANNING REF NO: MPDOH/OCT/26/1652 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07), (plus service benefits) 

CENTRE : Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit) 

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus three (3) years’ experience in Human Resource Management, with exposure to HR Planning, Establishment Management, Recruitment and Selection, or related HR functions or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration / Public Management as recognised by SAQA. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and relevant DPSA policies. Knowledge of PERSAL and establishment management processes. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications. Proven intermediate MS Excel skills. Good communication, analytical, planning, report-writing, and interpersonal skills. A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. Competencies and Skills: Planning and organising. Problem-solving and analytical thinking. Good verbal and written communication skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Computer literacy. Teamwork and client orientation. Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

DUTIES : Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Human Resource Plan. Collect, analyse, and maintain HR information and statistics to support workforce planning (ICSP, CoE, HRIS, PERSAL, APL). Assist in organisational structure management and establishment control. Monitor funded and unfunded posts within the approved establishment. Facilitate the compilation of HR planning reports and submissions. Support vacancy management and workforce forecasting processes. Ensure compliance with relevant HR planning policies and prescripts. Provide administrative and advisory support on HR Planning matters. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding HR Planning activities. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. 

DENTAL CHAIR ASSISTANT GRADE 1 REF NO: MPDOH/OCT/26/1654 (X2 POSTS) 

SALARY : R225 777 - R258 156 per annum 

CENTRE : Emalahleni Sub-district and Victor Khanye Sub-district (Nkangala District) 

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Dental Assistant (2026). Ability to work under pressure, organizational skills, good communication skills, self-motivated and goal orientated. 

DUTIES : The incumbent should have knowledge of dental assisting including infection prevention and control, chair side assisting, maintaining of equipment, stock control, knowledge of dental materials and instruments and conducting inventory. The person will work in the dental surgery in the hospital and perform administrative duties including compiling statistics, registering patients, answering of the telephone, filing of patient cards, ordering of materials, giving appointments to patients. Assist Clinicians with the oral health procedures. Preparation of instruments and dental material for the dental procedures. Cleaning and sterilisation of instruments. Ordering of consumables as needed. Do inventory of dental instruments. Perform administrative duties. Adhere to the Health Care Waste Management Legislation and principle. The person should have good communication skills and good interpersonal relations. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.