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MANAGER: PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES

Department of Health and Wellness

Salary band

R 1 375 245

Closing date

7 August 2026

Reference

PSC 26/199

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About this role

Department

Department of Health and Wellness

Location

Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub-structure

Salary

R1 375 245 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs).

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist. Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel in the Metro. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strong leadership, inclusive of management, professional mentorship, organisation and strategic planning. Project management skills. Computer Literacy and data use and analysis. Appropriate experience in Pharmaceutical systems used in

Duties

Strategic planning and implementation and monitoring and evaluation of relevant policies. Technical support to the pharmacy staff and pharmacy for quality assurance and clinical services governance. Overall leadership and coordination of the Pharmacy services within the Khayelitsha/ Eastern Sub- structure. Ensure good Pharmacy practices are institutionalised in the service platform. In-depth knowledge of the Health Act, National Drug Policy, Pharmacy Act, World Health Organisation and relevant policies of the WCG: Health and Wellness.

Enquiries

Mr JA Kruger Tel No: (021) 360-4622

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Closing Date

2026-08-07T17:00:00+02:00

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Requirements

·Minimum educational qualification: Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist
·Registration with a professional council: Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist
·Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC
·Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license
·Willingness to travel in the Metro
·Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strong leadership, inclusive of management, professional mentorship, organisation and strategic planning
·Project management skills
·Computer Literacy and data use and analysis
·Appropriate experience in Pharmaceutical systems used in

Key Duties

·Strategic planning and implementation and monitoring and evaluation of relevant policies
·Technical support to the pharmacy staff and pharmacy for quality assurance and clinical services governance
·Overall leadership and coordination of the Pharmacy services within the Khayelitsha/ Eastern Sub- structure
·Ensure good Pharmacy practices are institutionalised in the service platform
·In-depth knowledge of the Health Act, National Drug Policy, Pharmacy Act, World Health Organisation and relevant policies of the WCG: Health and Wellness

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✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Include your current HPCSA registration certificate
✓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 ditprecruit58@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 375 245. 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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