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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape.
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.
Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
Chief Director: Strategy
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: HO81/2026
Head Office, Cape Town
Minimum Educational Qualification:
An appropriate tertiary qualification (NQF level 7) in Health/Social Science or related field with at least 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level. The 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 its absence. The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name “Certificate for entry into the SMS”, and full details can be sourced from the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
All costs associated herewith are the responsibility of the applicant.
Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):
Leading technical advisor and facilitator to the departmental executive with regard to the departmental strategic management processes, in collaboration with external partners and spheres of government. Responsible for strategic leadership oversight and accountability in respect of the Chief Directorate. Implement and maintain Health Intelligence Systems and data to enable informed management decision making to improve service delivery, patient care and quality of life. Facilitate Strategy and policy development, priority setting, planning and coordination of implementation actions. Establish and maintain IT solutions and technical support and advice for departmental processes. Responsible for departmental assurance with regard to optimal patient experience and outcomes. Lead and coordinate the Chief Directorates strategic planning processes in a seamless and integrated manner in alignment with departmental strategic processes. Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Chief Directorate. Overall responsible for People and Financial Management of the Chief Directorate.
Enquiries:
Dr K Cloete, tel.no. (021) 483 3647
Experience:
Proven extensive management experience. Proven knowledge and understanding of planning and policy development approach.
Inherent Requirements Of The Job:
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively in the province.
Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):
Knowledge and understanding of the National and Provincial Health related legislation, guidelines and other health related policies and prescripts. Proven knowledge and understanding of developmental management and inter-sectoral actions for Health and Community development. Proven knowledge and understanding of development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes within a system thinking paradigm. Proven strategic and leadership abilities Programme and project management knowledge and skills Proven knowledge and understanding of Change, Financial, People Management empowerment.
Remuneration:
R 1 494 900 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.
Starting Date:
5/15/2026 12:00:00 AM
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
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- It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
- Available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
- It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
Closing date: 2026/05/29 17:00:00
