• Reference Number : REFS/045355
• Directorate : Health Economics and Finance
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R 896 436.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mr Siyabonga Jikwana - 081 010 5526

Requirements :

• A Matric Certificate, Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Public Health, Public Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration and Project Management. Five (5) years relevant experience in health economics or financial management and policy development of which three (3) years must be functional experience at a junior management level (Assistant Director level 9) preferably in a Health Economics or Financial management environment. A valid Driver’s License, Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and any other related legislative and regulatory frameworks. JOB PURPOSE- To support the strategic planning, management and implementation of health economics and financial management functions within the department. The position provides technical leadership in economic analysis, budgeting, resource allocation, financial planning and policy development to ensure efficient and sustainable financing of health programs and services.

Duties :

• Strategic Planning and Policy support – Support the development and implementation of policies related to health economics and health care financing. Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of health economic frameworks, methodologies and analytical tools to inform equitable resource allocation, program prioritization, and long-term sector sustainability. Health Economics Analysis and Data Management - Lead comprehensive cost modelling, expenditure trend analysis, and efficiency assessments across program facilities, and service platforms to optimize value for money and improve health system performance. – Financial Planning and Budgeting - Direct and oversee strategic budgeting processes, including Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) submissions, performance-based budgeting, and alignment of financial planning with departmental strategic objectives and Annual Performance Plans. Program and Project Support - Oversee the analysis and interpretation of program performance data to generate evidence-based recommendations that enhance service delivery efficiency, financial accountability, and health outcomes. Ensuring the integration of financial planning, service delivery targets, and health system priorities through coordinated planning processes and cross-functional collaboration. Lead the development of financial risk management strategies, scenario planning models, and forecasting tools to guide strategic decision-making and mitigate fiscal exposure. Stakeholder Engagement - Facilitate high-level stakeholder engagement with Provincial Treasury, National Departments, healthcare institutions, and other strategic partners on matters relating to health financing, funding reform, and intergovernmental fiscal coordination. Serve as a principal economic and financial advisor to senior and executive management on health financing reforms, fiscal sustainability, funding models, and policy implications within the evolving healthcare landscape. Supervision and Capacity Building - Provide effective leadership and people management within the Directorate, including supervision, performance management, and capacity building to ensure high-quality analytical outputs and compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification and social media check). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Central Office, Johannesburg

Closing Date : 03-04-2026

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.