Job Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate tertiary qualification (NQF level 7) in Health/Social Science or related field with at least 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level. The Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services is a requirement. Candidates not possessing this entry requirement can still apply but are requested to register for the course and complete it, as no appointment can be made in its absence. The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name “Certificate for entry into the SMS”, and full details can be sourced from the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry- programme/. All costs associated herewith are the responsibility of the applicant. Experience: Proven extensive management experience. Proven knowledge and understanding of planning and policy development approach. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively in the province. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and understanding of the National and Provincial Health related legislation, guidelines and other health related policies and prescripts. Proven knowledge and understanding of developmental management and inter-sectoral actions for Health and Community development. Proven knowledge and understanding of development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes within a system thinking paradigm. Proven strategic and leadership abilities Programme and project management knowledge and skills Proven knowledge and understanding of Change, Financial, People Management empowerment.
Duties
Leading technical advisor and facilitator to the departmental executive with regard to the departmental strategic management processes, in collaboration with external partners and spheres of government. Responsible for strategic leadership oversight and accountability in respect of the Chief Directorate. Implement and maintain Health Intelligence Systems and data to enable informed management decision making to improve service delivery, patient care and quality of life. Facilitate Strategy and policy development, priority setting, planning and coordination of implementation actions. Establish and maintain IT solutions and technical support and advice for departmental processes. Responsible for departmental assurance with regard to optimal patient experience and outcomes. Lead and coordinate the Chief Directorates strategic planning processes in a seamless and integrated manner in alignment with departmental strategic processes. Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Chief Directorate. Overall responsible for People and Financial Management of the Chief Directorate.
What is the Salary
R1 494 900 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to individual needs)
Location
Head Office, Cape Town
How to Apply
Dr K Cloete Tel No: (021) 483 3647
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
Apply Before:
5/29/2026
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Additional Information
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this