deputy director: institutional improvement re-advertisement, Ref No. MPDOH/JAN/26/1098

Apply for DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INSTITUTIONAL IMPROVEMENT Re-advertisement at department of department of health. Closing date 2026-02-13.

Job Summary

Department: department of health

Directorate: provincial administration: mpumalanga

Reference: MPDOH/JAN/26/1098

Closing Date: 2026-02-13

Salary: R 896,436

Province: mpumalanga

Salary Level: 11

Centre: Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit)


Requirements

  • Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Health Sciences / of Public Administration / Public Management / Commerce Personnel Management as recognized by SAQA.
  • A minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience at management level of Assistant Director (Level 9/10) or equivalent position.
  • Experience of the health system, standards, management practices, information systems, organisation development and change management.
  • A valid driver's licence.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Knowledge: Pfma/Dora/Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes, Instructions, Circulars.
  • Public Service Act of 1994 and Regulations of 2001.Labour Relations Act of 1995/Resolutions of Public Sector Bargaining Councils.
  • Human Resources Development and Skills Development Frameworks of Government.
  • Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007.Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000.
  • Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000.
  • Health Act and Regulations.

Duties

  • Implementation of organisational development strategies aimed towards seamless service delivery during infrastructure project implementation at Health Facilities.
  • Facilitate change management programmes at Health Facilities as part of the delivery of infrastructure.
  • Implementation of quality assurance programmes as part of the delivery of infrastructure.
  • Monitor and report progress with implementation of institutional systems aligned to infrastructure delivery.

Notes

  • Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments.
  • Note: 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.
  • All posts health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory council for shortlisted candidates.
  • 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.
  • Please note 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).
  • All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
  • One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
  • ERRATUM: Kindly note that the post was posted in the Public Service Vacancy Circular 02 dated 23 January 2026, the post of an Assistant Manager Nursing (Area) (PN-A7), (Mmametlhake Hospital, Nkangala District) with Ref No: MPDoH/Jan/26/951, the post has been withdrawn.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R896436 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

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, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

Reference No:

MPDOH/JAN/26/1098

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: MPDOH/JAN/26/1098
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

For job applications in South Africa, you can easily access the official Z83 form in two convenient ways: Download Z83 (PDF) for a ready-to-use version, or choose the Editable New Z83 Form to complete online before printing. Both options ensure compliance with government requirements and save time during the application process.

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