Current Jobs at Mpumalanga Department of Health

Requirements

• Senior Certificate Grade 12 plus Basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse 2025.  A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Paediatric  Child Care PHC Advanced Midwifery.
• A minimum of ten 10 years appropriate recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in general nursing.
• At least six 6 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate recognisable experience in the Specific Specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty. At least three 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate  recognisable experience at management level. 

Duties

• To coordinate and support the implementation of Mother Child Women Youth and Health MCWYH Programmes. Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of Maternal and Child Health Programmes.
•  Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of the Integrated Nutrition Programme. Ensure the implementation of national and provincial policies.
• Facilitate the provision of adequate woman and youth health care services. Facilitate the provision of adequate and safe maternal and child health care services. Facilitate the improvement of standards of health care for women and youth.
• Facilitate the improvement of standards of health care for maternal and child health. 
• Render advice and technical support services to the district. Monitor and evaluate the impact of implementation of policies and guidelines. Coordinate the implementation of National and Provincial INP policies and guidelines. Plan and coordinate INP Services. Monitor and evaluate INP Services. Coordinate the implementation of poverty alleviation projects.
   

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice (I.E. Diploma/ Degree in General Nursing) equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse (2025).
• Grade 1: A minimum of 0-10 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Ability to function independently and to prioritize work.

Duties

• Plan and manage malaria onsite malaria testing and treatment activities. Conduct clinical assessment of signs and symptoms of Malaria. Screening and Diagnoses. Notification of all positive cases. Administration of ACT to positive clients.
• Conduct follow-up visits to treat patients. Manage and monitor Human Resources activities within the malaria sector, Conduct Health Education and training within the sector’s localities and facilities. Perform a clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards.
• Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards. Work as part of the malaria multi-disciplinary team to ensure good malaria management.
• Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele).  Monitor & manage malaria data within scope of duties. Assist with data quality checks.

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Supply Chain Management / Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting / Purchasing / Accounting / Finance / Logistics / Economics / Internal Audit as recognized by SAQA.
• At least a minimum of three (3) years’ experience at supervisory / managerial (Level 7/8) within the Finance Environment.

Duties

• Implementation of Asset, Acquisition, procurement, Logistics, demand, contract and fleet management policies and procedures of the department. Oversee, coordinate, and advise on the process of drafting specifications/terms of reference and special conditions of contract; compile a procurement plan. Compile monthly SCM reports.
• Oversee the utilization of the central supplier Database in the bid/quotation process. Control and oversee a compliant execution of the bid/quotation processes. Oversee management of fleet and assets.
• Administer demand management plans for all sub units and manage inventory. Oversee management of departmental, provincial interdepartmental and national contracts.
• Compile operational plan for the unit. Identify and mitigate risk within the unit providing training to officials on new developments and SCM processes and policies. Management of Human Resources in the unit including performance assessment of the officials in the unit.     

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Requirements

• MBChB degree (qualification) that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (2025) (Independent Practice).
•  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.
• Additional experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Neurosurgery, Anaesthesiology, Urology and ENT will serve as recommendation. Skills in terms of consultations, history taking, examination, clinical assessment and clinical management.
• Grade 3: A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice).
• A minimum of eleven (11) years relevant experience after registration with a recognised foreign health profession council 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.

Duties

• To execute duties and functions with proficiency, to support the aims and objectives of the Institution that are 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. Sound clinical knowledge with regard to medicine.
• Ability to deal with all medical emergencies. Knowledge of ethical medical practice. Assist with clinical audits actively participate in continuous professional development. Providing support to hospital management towards an efficient standard of patient care and services is maintained. 

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist (2025).
• Minimum of five (5) years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC. Good communication, interpersonal and computer skills (MS Word and Excel).

Duties

• Supply chain Management of pharmaceutical and medical devices. Authorize purchase orders according to SCM delegation. Serve as a finance committee member and advise on technical aspects. Monitor the receiving of purchased goods and confirm that goods have been received and can be paid for (sign completion certificate).
• Monitor stock upliftment and ensure proper credit allocation by the supplier/s. Manage and monitor the transfer of stock from receiving to the warehouse and from the warehouse to receiving (upliftment/recalls and stock of poor quality/sub-standard).
• Monitor and manage donation stock received and issued to facilities. Monitor compile and submit reports of obsolete (expired and damaged) and redundant stock. Monitor, manage, compile and submit reports on the shelf life of stock in the warehouse to prevent stock loss due to expiry.
• Monitor and confirm stock issued to facilities (sign completion certificate for the service rendered by the service provider). Assist with the processes of stock take. Perform quality assurance activities in the areas of responsibility. Maintain and uphold good warehousing practice standards and Good Pharmacy Practice standards.  

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Requirements

• MBChB degree (qualification) that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (2025) (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.

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.
• Sound clinical knowledge with regard to medicine. Ability to deal with all medical emergencies. Knowledge of ethical medical practice. 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. 

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Diploma Pharm/ BSc. Pharm/ B. Pharm. Current registration with South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) (2025).
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with SAPC. Good communication, interpersonal and computer skills (MS Word and Excel).

Duties

• Implement and monitor the procurement of medicines and medical devices against the approved demand plan and stock levels. Authorize purchase orders generated as per the SCM delegation. Monitor the receiving of purchased goods and confirm that goods have been received and can be paid for (sign completion certificate). Monitor and manage returns by facilities.
• Compile and submit reports. Monitor stock upliftment and ensure proper credit allocation by the supplier/s. Coordinate the transfer of stock from receiving to the warehouse and from the warehouse to receiving.
• Monitor upliftment and batch recalls and stock of poor quality or standard. Compile and submit reports of obsolete (expired and damaged) and redundant stock. Monitor receipt of all stock received on donation. Confirm stock issued to facilities (sign completion certificate for the service rendered by the service provider).
• Compile stock reports and analyse these reports. Capture receipt transactions on stock management system. Attend Bid Evaluation and/or Bid Specific Committee meetings. Perform quality assurance activities in the area of responsibility. Maintain and uphold good warehousing practice standards and Good Pharmacy Practice standards.  

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Internal Audit / Finance / Accounting / Financial / Human Resource Management, Public Administration and Public Management
• At least a minimum of three (3) years’ experience at management level (ASD). Extensive knowledge of PERSAL and at least must have four PERSAL courses.

Duties

• Manage the salaries sub-directorate. Clearing of salary related accounts. Processing payments of salaries, allowances and deductions.
• Approve and authorise maintenance orders, SARS garnishee and uploading garnishee orders from PERSAL. Uploading orders to Q-Link.
• Manage clearing of suspense accounts and refunding employees.
• Monitor filing of all salary documents. Tax reconciliations. Assist districts who need guidance regarding salary issues.
• Provide inputs to policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery. BAS and PERSAL reconciliation. 

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Security Management / Policing as recognized by SAQA.  
• At least a minimum of three (3) experience at management level (ASD) in Security Management / Policing. Security Manager Course offered by SSA, vetting course, SAMTRACK will be an added advantage. Must be registered with PSIRA Grade A. Valid driver’s licence.    

Duties

• Manage all aspects of Security: (Security Administration, Physical, Information, Personnel, ICT) in line with MISS and MPSS. Develop security policies, Security Plan and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Provide guidance and leadership to subordinates at the provincial and district offices. Render advice on security matters and keep track of the developments in the security field for the purpose of reviewing security measures within the Department. Develop a plan and conduct physical security appraisals/assessments and ensure proper implementation of recommendations in consultation with relevant authorities.
•  Develop a departmental vetting strategy and the vetting of personnel. Report/liaise with SAPS and SSA all incidents or suspected incidents of security breaches and leakages of sensitive information for investigation. Develop departmental security awareness plan. Conduct Threat Risk Assessment (TRA). Liaise with SAPS on issues involving criminal activities within the department.
• Implement and monitor policy procedures and code of ethics with respect to departmental security policy. Create, develop, and maintain a security training capacity for the department and conduct security training sessions for staff.  Advise management about the security implications of management decisions.
• To manage/monitor the performance of Security service providers in terms of the SLA. To make necessary security arrangements for departmental functions with all security stakeholders. Advice on adherence to security measures and procedures and corrective measures in case of non-compliance.

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Terms of Government Notice 425 i.e. Diploma Degree in Nursing that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwifery plus a post basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least one 01 year accredited with the SANC in above mentioned specialties in nursing.
• A Diploma in Clinical Nursing Assessment treatment and Care or Community Health Nursing Science. A minimum of ten 10 years of appropriate recognisable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing 2025.
• At least six 6 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate recognisable experience in the relevant specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the specific specialty. At least three 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate recognisable experience at management level.
• Experience and Knowledge of the District Health System. Must have understanding of principles of Primary Health Care Re-engineering. Demonstrate an in depth understanding of Nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices and how these impacts on service delivery.  A valid drivers licence.

Duties

• Supervise and support allocated PHC facilities in line with the PHC Supervision Policy. Conduct monthly red flags and regular reviews. Demonstrate understanding of the District Health Information System DHIS.
• Form part of the quarterly programme in-depth reviews together with respective Programme Co-ordinators and form part of the Sub-district and District review session to monitor progress on set targets according to the District Health Plan DHP. Ensure that PHC facilities that she/he is responsible for are compliant with the National Core Norms and Standards.
• Ascertain smooth implementation of the referral system and address constraints related to continuity of care. Support initiatives of the three streams of PHC Re-engineering. Implement the Performance Management and Development System PMDS with Operational Managers of PHC facilities that she/he is responsible for. 

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Terms of Government Notice 425, (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing (2025). A Diploma / Degree in Nursing Administration and Management will be an added advantage.

Duties

• The candidate will be responsible for Planning, Organizing, Managing, and coordinating as well as maintaining optimal Nursing Services as an Operational Manager in General Ward. Develop / establish and maintain constructive working relationships with Nursing and stakeholders (i.e. inter- Professional, inter–sectoral and multi – disciplinary team workers).
• Participate in the analysis, formulation, and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, Standards, and procedures. Effectively manage the utilization of Human, Financial and Physical resources.
• Maintain professional Growth / Ethical standards and self-development. Deliver a supportive service to the Nursing Service and the institution by taking overall supervision after hours and on weekends. Ensure implementation of Norms and Standards and Ideal Hospital Framework and develop Quality Improvement Plans.
• Manage Performance and Development of staff as well as participating in the Managers scheduled meetings. Exercise control of discipline, grievance and other labour related issues in terms of laid down policies or procedures. Manage data in the unit and ensure submission to facility information office. Identity develops and control Risk Management Systems within the unit.
• Provide safe therapeutic environment as laid by Nursing Acts, Occupational Health and safety Acts and all the applicable prescripts. Implementation and management of Infection Prevention and Control protocols. Uphold the Batho Pele and Patients Right Principles.

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus three (3) years’ functional experience or Diploma / Degree in Safety Management or Security Management in Security Management Services.

Duties

• To render security management services, To implement and monitor policies, System and processes pertaining to security management,
• Implement and monitor information technology policies based on MISS, Facilitate staff vetting process,
• To monitor contracts for security services delivered by external service providers, Facilitate the provision of security services to events,
• To manage security investigations and reporting, Monitor and implement audit plans and ensure quality response thereof, Provide reports to the accounting.

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Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus three (3) years’ experience in Auxiliary Services or Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Public Administration / Management.

Duties

• Implement policies and processes on office support services. Facilitate and render general office support services (Porter, Mortuary, Switchboard services, Security services and Messenger Services). Ensure compliance with National Core Standards and ideal assessment tools. Leave matters and overtime management. Provide advice to floor supervisors.
• Ensure security services are in their post 24/7, and the Control Room is always active. Make rounds and monitor security services, mortuary, porter, switchboard and messenger services are performing the required duties and meeting deadlines.
• Take responsibility for movement or transfer of corpses from various referral facilities in collaboration with the wards and your supervisor. Be actively involved in budgeting and budgetary control for these units. Ensure saving measures are put in place. Apply disciplinary measures when necessary.
• Order, receive and distribute materials and equipment for the units under your control. Manage performance and development of staff. Attend meetings and give feedback.