Requirements
Health Sciences Degree (NQF7) in Health Science or Social Science with Health Sciences as a primary qualification as recognized by SAQA. A Masters Degree within Health Science will be an added advantage. Registration with appropriate Profession Council. A qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or Paediatrics will be an added advantage. 5 (five) years’ experience in Middle or Senior Managerial Level in a health associated environment with specific emphasis on child and/or women’s health programmes. Experience in national, policy development and implementation, strategic and operational planning. Knowledge and experience in women’s maternal, new-born, child and adolescent health as well as monitoring and evaluation, human resources and financial management. Working knowledge of the health sector and government strategies and processes, strategic management and project management. Knowledge of other programmes that impact on Family health particularly HIV/AIDS, TB and nutrition. Good communication (verbal and written), leadership, analytical, problem solving, research, facilitation, negotiation, advocacy and computer skills (MS Office package). A valid driver’s licence. SMS pre-entry certificate is required for appointment finalization.
Duties
Oversee the reduction of maternal, neonatal and child mortality rates. Develop and support implementation of plans to reduce maternal, new-born and child mortality rates based on the recommendations from the ministerially appointed Mortality Committees. Provide strategic direction and oversee the development of relevant policies and guidelines aimed at improving the health and well-being of women, adolescents and children. Facilitate the promotion of healthy behaviours and demand for health services in families, communities, especially in the areas that affect the health and wellbeing of mothers, women and children. Monitor and report on progress towards achievement of global and national commitments such as Sustainable Development Goal and National Development Plan targets. Effective governance, compliance and risk management. Monitor quality, risk standards practices against prescribed framework.
Salary
R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive package
Apply before 21 November 2025
How to Apply:
Apply on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/. Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experi