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A job opportunity

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 Executive Officer
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS643/2025
  Khayelitsha District Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualifications:
An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in a Health/Social Science or related field or 4-year degree in an appropriate management field 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-pre-entry-programme/. All costs associated herewith are the responsibility of the applicant).
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience and a proven track record in all major aspects of management within a healthcare environment.
 
Enquiries:
Dr G Perez, tel. no (021) 815-8668
 
Duties:
Exercise leadership and overall governance of institution with departmental strategic priorities and framework. Overall responsibility for Clinical Governance of the hospital ensuring effective and efficient management of all aspects of patient care, ensuring the highest standard of care possible within the available resource framework. Overall responsible for corporate governance, including all aspects of People Management and Development, Financial Management and management of Support Services. Incumbent will be required to manage the health facility efficiently and effectively in terms of the management of the public service in accordance with the strategic direction of the National/Provincial Health department. Represent the institution appropriately in relevant internal and external governance interactions. Provide leadership support to the specific hospital to deliver quality, efficient, equitable and effective health system management within prevailing legal and statutory frameworks to the Sub-district.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Strong corporate management skills within a health service environment. Policy implementation and guidelines development. Strong business orientation with the proven skills and ability in the financial management of health services. Open-minded and the ability to accommodate diverse views. Innovative, creative and lateral thinker. Ability to think fast, decisively and appropriately to rapidly changing situations. Adaptive leadership capabilities. High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, internet-based applications, and email communication.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid driver’s licence. Willingness to travel across the province as required.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 1 266 714 per annum - R 1 492 122 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
10/17/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
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.
  • 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. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 10/31/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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