Jobs Available at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• A qualification at (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA, Senior certificate, Degree in the Built Environment; Including 5 years’ experience as a Senior Manager, Professional registration with a relevant statutory council, Extensive senior management experience in infrastructure development and maintenance, Demonstrated knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and IDMS, Unendorsed valid driver’s license, Computer literacy: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint 

DUTIES :

• Skills And Competencies In-depth knowledge and application of PFMA, Supply Chain Management Framework, PPPFA, Treasury Regulations and other related policies, Extensive knowledge and understanding of Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Performance Management (EPMDS), Strategic Management, Public Sector Reporting procedures, Procurement Processes and Risk Management, Strategic Infrastructure Planning Competencies (IPMP Stage: Planning), Infrastructure Programme and Project Management (IPMP Stage: Procurement and Delivery), Infrastructure Maintenance and Asset Management (IPMP Stage: Operations and Maintenance, Strong Internal Control (Ensuring Processes are followed to prevent Audit Queries), Infrastructure Performance Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting, Infrastructure Contract Management, Management and Supervisory Skills, Good Communication (verbal & written), Good Planning and Organizational Skills, Problem Solving and decision making, Strong team leader, Professional and Client Orientated, Negotiation Skills, Conflict Management Skills, Leadership Skills, Time Management Skills, Report Writing Skills.
• Infrastructure Programme And Project Management: Infrastructure Program Management Plan (Ipmp: Procurement And Delivery): Ensuring that Planning and Delivery of Projects is done in line with the Division of Revenue Act (DORA) and other relevant legislation, Manage the development and Submission of UAMP (User Asset Management Plan), IPMP (Infrastructure Program Management Plan), and End of Year reports to Treasury, Manage the development and submission of the AIP (Annual Implementation Plan) to the National Health, Manage submission of IRM (Infrastructure Reporting Model) to Treasury, Manage Infrastructure Finance Unit, Manage Real Estate Unit. Manage Implementation Of Capital Projects In Infrastructure Development Manage Planning of Construction Projects, Manage Implementation of Construction Projects, Manage the performance of Implementing Agents in the delivery of Infrastructure Projects, Ensuring implementation of the EPWP Program on all Capital Projects, Manage the budget allocated and Expenditure on all Capital Projects, Ensuring reporting on PMIS (Project Management Information System) Infrastructure Maintenance And Asset Management
• Operations And Maintenance: Manage the maintenance of health facilities across the province, Manage the provision of professional engineering services to Institutions, Manage the acquisition and deployment of maintenance resources., Develop Asset Register for Mission Critical Plants, Ensure 3 Year Maintenance Contracts are in place. Financial Management And Budget Oversight (PFMA Compliance) Develop and manage capital infrastructure budgets within the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework., Ensure effective expenditure management and prevention of overspending, Implement cost control mechanisms and value-for-money principles in infrastructure development, Provide financial performance reports to senior management and oversight bodies, Ensure alignment between infrastructure spending and approved budgets.
• Leadership And Human Resource Management Lead multidisciplinary infrastructure teams including engineers, architects and project managers, Implement performance management systems for infrastructure units, Develop technical capacity within the infrastructure management branch, Promote ethical leadership and accountability Monitoring, Evaluation And Reporting Monitor infrastructure programme performance against approved plans, Prepare reports for executive management, Treasury and oversight committees, Implement performance indicators for infrastructure delivery, Support internal and external audit processes.
• Manage The Health Technology Services: Oversee Medical Equipment Procurement Plan, Ensure minimum downtime of medical equipment, Ensure successful Commissioning of Medical Equipment in completed facilities, Oversee SLA's for maintenance of Medical Equipment includes monitoring and evaluation, Manage Budget and Expenditure allocated under Health Technology Services, Manage resources allocated under Health Technology Services Manage Laundry Services For The Department Manage in-house laundry services of the Department, Determine policies, norms and standards for Laundries, Operational logistics management for laundry services , Equipment and infrastructure procurement, upgrades and maintenance oversight, Financial and supply chain governance in laundry services, Occupational health and safety management for laundry services. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric Certificate (Grade 12), PLUS A degree/advanced diploma in a health-related field, PLUS A degree/diploma in health management Or a degree/advanced diploma in a management field; PLUS Registration with relevant professional council; PLUS At least 5 (five) years’ relevant management experience in the health sector or as a health service manager with management experience in a health service environment (non-clinical); PLUS Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s license (Code 08).NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas:-

• Job Purpose To plan , direct co-ordinate and manage the efficient and delivery of clinical and administrative support services through working with the key executive management team at the hospital within the legal and regulatory framework , to represent the hospital authoritatively at provincial and public forums, to provide strategic leadership to improve operational efficiency within the health establishment to improve health outcomes. Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic plan for the Hospital to ensure that it is in line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plans.
• Financial Management: Maximise revenue through collection of all income due to the Hospital, ensure that adequate policies, systems and procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources, planning of financial resource mobilisation, monitoring and evaluation, asset and risk management. Facility Management: Ensure business support and systems to promote optimal management of the institution as well as optimal service delivery, ensure that systems and procedures are in place to ensure planning and timeous maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Human Resource Management: Develop, implement and maintain human resource management policies and guidelines, systems and procedures that will ensure effective and efficient utilisation of human resources, promote a safe and healthy working environment through compliance with relevant legislation including occupation health and safety committees. Ensure continuous development and training of personnel and implement monitoring and evaluation of performance. Procurement and Management of Equipment and Supplies: Implement a procurement and provisioning system that is fair, transparent, competitive and cost effective in terms of provincial delegated authority and in line with the PFMA, ensure that goods and services are procured in a cost-effective timely manner.
• Clinical and Corporate Governance: Oversee clinical governance to ensure high standards of patient care, establish community networks and report to the Hospital. Responsible for corporate governance inclusive of infrastructure planning and maintenance as well as occupational health and safety, manage the institution’s risk to ensure optimal achievement of health outcomes. Implement good governance, transparency, and accountability practices. Drive the hospital and its catchment clinics towards achieving and sustaining a Clean audit.
• Responsible for providing strategic leadership and overall management of all health services within the hospital and its catchment area, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and patient-centred care across the facility and associated clinics, while driving compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Effectively manage and optimise all resources under your stewardship, including physical, and technological assets, to ensure efficiency, accountability, and maximum impact on service delivery.
• Drive and implement innovative strategies that advance progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in alignment with the National Health Insurance (NHI) framework. Build and maintain strong relationships with community structures, oversight bodies, NGOs, and other health sector partners. Participate in Operation Sukuma Sakhe (OSS) and other intersectoral collaborations. Ensure hospital and catchment clinics on readiness for audits, inspections, and quality assurance assessments. Promote a positive organisational culture. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric Certificate; Bachelor of accounting Degree / Advanced Diploma or equivalent (meaning people who did accounting a major subject) at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. 3-5 years middle management experience in financial accounting or auditing environment. Driver’s license 

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas:

• Job Purpose Ensure the accurate analysis of expenditure trends to ascertain the extent to which budgetary allocations are in line with envisaged output performance priorities and facilitate payments and journals for the component.
• Oversee the development of Performance Based Budgeting Structures and management accounting systems and processes that are in line with, and in support of the Annual Performance Plan, Departmental Strategic Plan and the Service Deliver Plan. Facilitate the preparation of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework budgets by Institutions and other organizational units. Ensure the provision of guidance and advice on managing budgets and the utilization of funds to Institution budget committees.
• Administer accounting for all donor funds and conditional grants to the Department and ensure that accurate and proper accounts are maintained and oversee the process of capturing and maintaining budgetary information on the BAS System by Institutions and other organizational units. Ensure the effective and efficient utilization of resources through cash flow and audit process, including the development of staff. cash flow meetings and on audit queries. Which is part of the responsibilities for this post. 

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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; 
• Anaesthesiology, Pain Medicine & Critical Care: Minimum 12 months full-time experience in Anaesthesia post-Community Service and DA (SA) (or equivalent) and FCA Part 1 examination (or equivalent).

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. 

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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; 
• Cardiothoracic Surgery: FCS Primary Exams and ATLS Course. 

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. 

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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; 
• Family Medicine: Minimum 6 months’ full-time experience in Family Medicine.

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. 

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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; 
• General Surgery: 12 months experience in the Discipline (incl. Emergency Department or other surgical disciplines i.e. ENT, Urology, Orthopaedics) and FCS(SA) Primary exam and ATLS

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. 

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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; 
• Internal Medicine: Minimum 12 months experience in Internal Medicine and FCP Part I or Diploma in Internal Medicine and At least 3 months experience in the Discipline in a District or Regional Hospital (post-community service)

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. 

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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; 
• Neurosurgery: Minimum 6 months experience in Discipline and Primary exams.

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. 

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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; 
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Minimum 12 months experience in the Discipline at a Regional Hospital or at a hospital with a busy maternity unit (at least 300 deliveries per month) and FCOG Part I.

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. 

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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; 
• Occupational Medicine: Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Health (DOH) or equivalent and 12 months Occupational Health experience, or experience in Worker's Health.

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. 

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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; 
• Ophthalmology: Minimum 6 months experience in Ophthalmology and FC Ophthalmology (SA) Part I 

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. 

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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; 
• Paediatrics & Child Health: Minimum 6 months experience in the Discipline in a Regional hospital and FC Paeds Part I or Diploma in Child Health. 

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. 

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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; 
• Pathology (Forensic Medicine): Nil 

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. 

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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; 
• Psychiatry: Minimum 6 months experience in the Discipline and either FC Psych I or Diploma in Mental Health (or equivalent).

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.