DISTRICT DIRECTOR (X3 POSTS
Salary
R1266714.00 - R1492122.00
Closing Date
06 Feb 2026
in 7 days
Requirements
Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) as recognized by SAQA in a Health/Medical Sciences/Administrative field as recognized by SAQA. Post graduate degree in a clinical/administrative field (NQF8), as recognized by SAQA will be an added advantage. At least 5 years’ experience at middle/ senior managerial level, preferably in the health sector. Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Service s submitted prior to appointment. (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 Government (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/.Valid driver's license. Computer literacy. Knowledge And Skills: Client orientation and customer focus. Knowledge management. Problem solving, Data analysis. Communication. Project management. Teamwork, Conflict Management and People orientated, Presentation skills, Report writing.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and create social compact for better health outcomes within the department and develop strategic objectives of the district health service in line with the departmental goals. Ensure the implementation and monitoring of annual strategic plan. Develop activities reflecting indicators, timeframes to achieve the set objectives. Allocate budget to different objectives Ensure the implementation of the strategic plan. Manage all the resources for sustainable health service delivery of the facilities under the supervision. Financial Management: Maximize revenue through collection of all income due to the relevant hospital in the district. Ensure district budget is managed in line with the PFMA and relevant guidelines (i.e in line with delegations.) Monitor and evaluate asset and risk management. Facility Management: Ensure business support and systems to promote optimal management of relevant institution in the district as well as optimal service delivery. Ensure that systems and procedures are in place to ensure effective and timeous maintenance of all facilities and equipment. Human Resource Management: Develop, implement and maintain human resource management policies and guidelines, systems and procedures that will ensure effective and efficient utilization of human resource. Promote a safe and healthy working environment through compliance with relevant legislation including occupational health and safety committees. Procurement and management of equipment and supplies: Implement a procurement and provisioning system that is fair, transparent, competitive and cost effective in terms of provincial delegated authority and in line with the PFMA. Ensure that goods and services are procured in a cost effective and timely manner. Corporate Governance: Oversee clinical governance to ensure high standards of patient care in the district. Optimize and support implementation of key priority health programmes: Improve Health outcomes. Support of District Health systems based on Primary Health Care approach: Monitor the performance and achievement of set targets for all programmes: Build a strategic and dedicated workforce that is responsive to service demands: Ensure continuous development and training of personnel and implement monitoring and evaluation of performance: Develop and promote the vision, mission and objectives of the District and inspire others to deliver the objectives as set by the department: Quality health service at level 1 and 2 service: Develop, implement and maintain a framework/programme against which the district performance can be evaluated and monitored: Ensure the development of a comprehensive risk management strategy.
How to Apply
to be send to: https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment 116 Page 117 OTHER POSTS
Enquiries
Me. Makhoali-Nkadimeng Tel No: (051) 408 1000
Published in PSV Circular 2/2026 on January 23rd, 2026
