CHIEF DIRECTOR

POST 33/135 : CHIEF DIRECTOR REF NO: G47/2026 Cluster: District Health Services
SALARY : R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (an all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : eThekwini Health District
REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 7) in Health; Plus degree or diploma in health management or Degree/diploma in general management. Plus A minimum of Five (5) years’
experience in senior management Plus Unendorsed valid driver’s license.
Proof of Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft software applications.
Additional Information: An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Clinical
Health Science; Current registration with the relevant health professional body;
Experience in primary health care and district health system. Post-graduate qualification in Public Health/master’s in business management. Project
Management. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: The incumbent of this post will report to the Chief Director: District Health Services:
Head Office and will be responsible to ensure and account for the delivery of integrated, effective and efficient health service at all levels of care based on
the Primary Health Care approach through the District Health System within
EThekwini District. The ideal candidates must: Possess a clear understanding of the challenges facing the public health sector due to poverty, resource
limitations and opportunistic diseases such as TB, HIV and AIDS. Have the ability to analyse and interpret complex management data and information to
inform decision-making and alignment processes timeously. Have the ability to develop innovative solutions for complex health and other service delivery
management problems. Possess strong leadership to:- ensure buy-in/support of other organs of state and external stakeholders to accomplish deliverables
identified in the Annual Performance Plans of the District. Provide strategic direction to Institutions. Mediate processes for the allocation of resources to
Institutions. Build a highly effective and efficient health service delivery team in the District; and reason/present/negotiate the case of the District at
departmental management and planning fora. Have the ability to assess and manage the performance of the District Health System and directly supervise
staff. Have the ability to interact effectively and efficiently with a wide range of stakeholders. Have the ability to turn around negative audit findings in the
district to be a positive one. Possess a good Knowledge and understanding of universal health coverage. Possess a clear understanding of risk and other
management processes and the application thereof to ensure that the decentralised management model of the department is performing optimally.
Possess knowledge of the governance framework and legislative imperatives set for the area of operation. Be computer literate with a proficiency in MS
Office Software applications.
DUTIES : Based on relevant policy imperatives, provide strategic leadership and ensure the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of an Annual
District Health Services Delivery Plan. Account in terms of planned initiatives for the delivery of health services in Ethekwini District. Coordinate and facilitate
processes to prioritise health service delivery initiatives and the allocation of concomitant resources amongst health facilities in Ethekwini District, whilst
promoting service delivery equity. Monitor and evaluate health service delivery within in Ethekwini District, identify high risk areas and facilitate timeous
corrective action where required. Provide transversal clinical support and other support services to Institutions. Ensure the development of an innovative and
human rights sensitive cadre of health workers at all levels. Identify and address transversal health service delivery barriers that cannot be resolved at
Institutional and district level and filter those requiring intervention at Provincial level. Facilitate the process of ensuring universal health access (NHI) for
Ethekwini Health District. Oversee and coordinate the delivery of Emergency
Medical Services (EMS) and Forensic Pathology Services (FPS) across the district. Implement good governance, transparency, and accountability
practices. Drive all public health services within the district towards achieving and sustaining a clean audit. Please note that you will be responsible for all
hospitals regardless of level of care Responsible for providing strategic leadership and overall management of all health services within the district.
Ensure the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and patient-centred care across the district, 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. Build and maintain strong relationships with community structures, oversight bodies, NGOs, and
other health sector partners. Participate in DDM, Operation Sukuma Sakhe
(OSS) and other intersectoral collaborations. Ensure all public health facilities on readiness for audits, inspections, and quality assurance assessments.
Promote a positive organisational culture in the district. Supervise, mentor, and develop public health teams in ensuring high performance, continuous
improvement, and policy compliance.
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Mndebele Tel No: (033) 395 3274
APPLICATIONS : Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 and CV directly to
the following email address HeadOffice.HRJobapplication@kznhealth.gov.za
Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres
(DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online
Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
All applications should be forwarded to: The Chief Director: Human Resource
Management Services KZN Department of Health, Private Bag X9051,
Pietermaritzburg, 3200 OR Hand delivered to: 330 Langalibalele Street,
Natalia Building, Registry, Minus 1:1 North Tower
FOR ATTENTION : Mr. A Memela
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialed and dated. Applications
received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all information
will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV only (with detailed experience). Persons with disabilities
should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following
checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of
previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company
Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview
following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must
be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to
provide proof of such evaluation (when shortlisted). Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications
will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, submit separate
applications for each post that you apply for. Should you not be contacted
within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your
application to be unsuccessful. NB: For the Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS, any
individual may register for the course and complete such in anticipation of wishing to apply for a SMS post in future. The course is available at the NSG
under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/smspre-entry-programme/.Individuals who have completed the course already, and
who are therefore in possession of a certificate are welcome to submit such, however it is not required that an applicant submit such when applying for the
post prior to the closing date. However, prior to an appointment being made to any SMS post, the appointee to such a post must have completed the pre-entry
certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise
and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess
cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work
experience endorsed and stamped by employer/s prior to the date of the interview.
CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026