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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Department of Health

Salary band

R 2 124 237

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

ECHEALTH/CEO/NMAH/ES/01/08/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Health

Location

OR Tambo District, Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital

Salary

R1 885 710 – R2 124 237 per annum (Level 15), (all-inclusive remuneration package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services

Requirements

National Senior Certificate, a qualification in a clinical field (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 8 years’ experience at Senior Management level in the Health Sector. Registration with the relevant Professional Council. Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate (Nyukela) required prior to appointment. Knowledge of relevant such as National Health Act, (PFMA), Public Service Act and related regulations and policies. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and Analysis, Communication, Client Orientation and Customer focus. A valid driver’s licence.

Duties

To plan, direct coordinate and manage the efficient and effective delivery of clinical and administration support services through working the key executive management team at the hospital within the legal regulatory framework. To present the Hospital Authoritatively at provincial and public forums. To provide Strategic leadership to improve operational effectively within the health establishment to improve health outcomes. Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic Plan for the Hospital to ensure it is in Line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plan. Finance Management: Maximize revenue through Collection of all income due to the hospital, ensure that Hospital is managed within the budget in line with the PFMA and Relevant guidelines. Ensure that adequate policies, systems and Procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources. Planning of financial resources mobilization. Monitoring and evaluation and Asset and Risk management. Finance management: Maximize revenue through Collection of 102 all income due to the hospital, ensure that Hospital is managed within the budget in line with the PFMA and Relevant guidelines. Ensure that adequate policies, systems and Procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources. Planning of financial resources mobilization. Monitoring and evaluation, and Asset and Risk Management.

Enquiries

Mr K Matshotyana Tel No: (040) 608 1272 or e-Recruitment Enquiries: RecruitmentHeadOffice@echealth.gov.za

Notes

Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Health. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·National Senior Certificate, a qualification in a clinical field (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA
  • ·A minimum of 8 years’ experience at Senior Management level in the Health Sector
  • ·Registration with the relevant Professional Council
  • ·Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate (Nyukela) required prior to appointment
  • ·Knowledge of relevant such as National Health Act, (PFMA), Public Service Act and related regulations and policies
  • ·Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and Analysis, Communication, Client Orientation and Customer focus
  • ·A valid driver’s licence

Key Duties

  • ·To plan, direct coordinate and manage the efficient and effective delivery of clinical and administration support services through working the key executive management team at the hospital within the legal regulatory framework
  • ·To present the Hospital Authoritatively at provincial and public forums
  • ·To provide Strategic leadership to improve operational effectively within the health establishment to improve health outcomes
  • ·Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic Plan for the Hospital to ensure it is in Line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plan
  • ·Finance Management: Maximize revenue through Collection of all income due to the hospital, ensure that Hospital is managed within the budget in line with the PFMA and Relevant guidelines
  • ·Ensure that adequate policies, systems and Procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources
  • ·Planning of financial resources mobilization
  • ·Monitoring and evaluation and Asset and Risk management
  • ·Finance management: Maximize revenue through Collection of 102 all income due to the hospital, ensure that Hospital is managed within the budget in line with the PFMA and Relevant guidelines
  • ·Ensure that adequate policies, systems and Procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Complete the Z83 form named in this advert, using the current official version
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER position at Department of Health?+

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What is the salary for the CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 2 124 237. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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