director: emergency medical services and forensic pathology services, Ref No. NCDOH 58/2026

Apply for director: emergency medical services and forensic pathology services at department of northern cape department of health. Closing date 2026-04-15.

Job Summary

Department: northern cape department of health

Directorate: emergency medical services and forensic pathology services

Province: northern cape

Reference: NCDOH 58/2026

Closing Date: 2026-04-15

Salary: R1,266,714

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 13

Centre: Provincial Office, Kimberley


Minimum Qualification

NQF Level 7 in Health Sciences, Management, or a relevant field

Experience Required

5 years in Senior Healthcare Management and Emergency Services

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Advanced Emergency Care Practices
  • Strategic Planning and Leadership
  • Financial Management and PFMA Compliance
  • Disaster Management (DM)
  • EMS Legislation and Procedures
  • Forensic Medical Services Knowledge
  • Intergovernmental Relations
  • Project Management

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years experience at Middle or Senior Management level in the Public Service
  • Extensive experience in EMS or Forensic Medical environment
  • Valid driver's license
  • Completion of the SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela)

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead the provincial strategy for ambulance service transformation and modernization
  • Oversee the coordination, planning, and evaluation of Emergency and Forensic Medical Services
  • Manage provincial non-emergency planned patient transport services (NEPTS)
  • Ensure a high state of disaster management readiness and effective emergency communication systems
  • Direct the operations of the EMS College to ensure quality training for all personnel
  • Monitor and implement strategies to improve emergency response times and clinical outcomes
  • Manage the directorate's financial resources and strategic planning in line with provincial objectives
  • Supervise the provision and legal compliance of Forensic Pathology Services across the province

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1266714.per annum (Level 13) (all-inclusive package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms LV Moleleki, Tel No: (053) 8302103

Reference No:

NCDOH 58/2026

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: NCDOH 58/2026
  • 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.

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