Director: District Health Services
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About the role
The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring 2 Director: District Health Services posts in Metro Health Services. This is a permanent post, paying R1,317,384 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 23 October 2026, 17:00 PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this 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.
Responsibilities
- Manage the implementation of health services (inclusive of district hospitals, primary health care, community-based and specialised services) within the Southern/Western or Klipfontein/Mitchell’s Plain Sub-Structure, in line with the relevant Departmental policies.
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for health service within the respective sub-structure.
- Collaborate with key stake holders within the respective sub-structure within the Metro health ecosystem, including other government departments, community structures, non-profit organisations (NPOs) and local government and the private sector.
- Coordinate the rendering of professional support service (including pharmacy services) within the respective sub-structure.
- Ensure the quality of care is maintained and improved in the respective sub-structure in line with the National Core Standards.
- Manage the corporate services of the respective sub-structure.
- This includes Financial, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Information Management and Support Services.
Requirements
- Minimum educational qualification: An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in a Health-related field, Post Graduate Diploma/Degree in Public Health, or Management as recognized by SAQA with at least 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level.
- Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services is a requirement (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but are requested to register for the course and complete it as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof.
- The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name “Certificate for entry into the SMS” and the full details can be sourced from the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-preentry-programme/.
- All costs associated herewith are the responsibility of the applicant).
- Experience: Appropriate experience and proven track record in all major aspects of management within a health care environment.
- Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
- Competencies (knowledge/skills):
- Knowledge and understanding of Metro Health Services (MHS)
- Knowledge of financial and people resource management applicable to the Public Service
- Proven experience in the provision and management of health services
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Internet and email)
- High level of communication skills
- Advanced leadership and management skills
- Advanced planning and organising skills