DIRECTOR: MATERNAL/ CHILD/ WOMEN/ YOUTH HEALTH (MCWYH) REF
NO: MPDOH/JUNE/22/32
R1 073 187 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit)
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Health Sciences / Public Health /
Social Sciences as recognized by SAQA. At least five (5) years relevant experience
in middle / senior managerial level services. Be registered with Health Profession’s
bodies (2022). Broad knowledge of relevant legislation and policies pertaining to
maternal and child health care. Knowledge of relevant Public Service Regulatory
Frameworks, such as PFMA, PSR and Acts. Competencies: Policy development
and implementation skills, Planning and organising skills, Coordination skills.
Communication (written and verbal) and liaison skills, negotiation skills,
Presentation skills, Analytical and problem-solving skills, Strategic capacity and
leadership skills, monitoring and evaluation skills, Contract and project
management skills, Financial management skills. Computer literacy Research and
facilitation skills. Possess a valid driver` license. Attributes: The ability to work
under pressure and cope with high workload. Ability to work in a team and
independently. Systematic, Accurate, and Compliant, Confidence,
Trustworthiness, Integrity, Patience, Diplomacy, Assertiveness, Ability to be
creative and innovative.
DUTIES : Develop policies, executable plans and strategic guidelines for Maternal and Child
Health Directorate. Provide implementation support and capacity building
programme. Manage and Monitor the functioning of the Directorate in line with
MDG 4, 5 and partly 6 with focus on decreasing maternal and child morbidity and
mortality; Conduct research to inform policy review and programme design
processes.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Glory Mokone Tel No: (013) 766 3340 / (013) 766 3087 / Mr. Michael Mlangeni
Tel No: (013) 766 3753 / Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms.
Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga Tel No: (013) 766
3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339 and IT related queries: Help
desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
APPLICATIONS : Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: MPUMALANGA
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
The Department of Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote
representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. Candidates
whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.
NOTE : Applications should be submitted on Form Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service
Department. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other
relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed
Curriculum Vitae. In order to alleviate administration burden on HR Sections as well
as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request
certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted
candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview
following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. A
complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every
post that you wish to apply for. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post
description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. No fax
applications will be considered. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and
sign form Z 83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned
applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate
your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83. Due to ongoing internal processes,
the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The
Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended
candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short listed candidates
will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received
from Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the
advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful.
Please quote the Correct references when applying and where possible the station
/ centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za Only Online Applications will be
accepted. NB: Candidates who are not contacted within 90 DAYS after the closing
date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful. N.B. Applicants
are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments. Please Note
Candidates shortlisted for SMS positions will be subjected to a Technical Exercise
as part of the interview. Recommended candidates for MMS and SMS posts will
need to undergo a Competency Assessment. Candidate recommended for SMS
positions must be in possession of Certificate of Entry into SMS within the Public
Service obtained from the NSG before they are appointed. Security clearance will
be conducted before appointment is made in all positions. Those who have
previously applied for the re-advertised posts may re-apply.The Department
reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing,
the best interest of the department will be well served. (People with disabilities are
also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications) N.B. The
requirements and duties are already appearing on website: www.mpuhealth.gov.za