• Reference Number : refs/049754
• Directorate : Paediatrics
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 2 168 145.00 – R2 301 186.00 per annum (Inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Dr. M.C. Chisale-Mabotja, 011 923 2053

Requirements :

• Requirements include a Grade 12 certificate, plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with HPCSA as an independent medical practitioner, MMed (Paediatrics) or FCPaed (SA), and registration as a Medical Specialist Paediatrician with the HPCSA for April 2025–March 2026. At least three (3) years of relevant experience post-registration are required, along with proven clinical management experience in hospital and academic settings, teaching and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students, research and peer-reviewed publications, and familiarity with government regulations. Candidates should demonstrate strong administrative, interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, organizational, and collaborative abilities. This post is a joint appointment with the University of Pretoria (Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health) and Steve Biko Academic Hospital. The incumbent will be responsible for providing leadership in clinical service delivery, teaching, research, and academic administration within the field of Paediatrics and Child Health. Experience in teaching and learning, supervision of postgraduate students, evidence in research and publications in peer reviewed journals.

Duties :

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health in academic and hospital settings. Ensure high clinical standards, patient safety, and compliance with governance requirements. Supervise clinical and administrative staff. Promote teaching and training for students and trainees and drive research and postgraduate supervision. Manage human and financial resources efficiently. Foster effective communication with management, departments, and external stakeholders including district primary health care services. Represent the Unit on committees and contribute to policy, service planning, and improvement initiatives. Report to the Chief executive officer and Clinical Manager. Lead after-hours emergency response and perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and equipment quality control procedures. Oversee clinical associate students’ supervision and training.

Notes :

• Applications should be uploaded (please attach Z83 form) online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position and dates (DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above except for HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 27-05-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.