• Reference Number : REFS/024031
• Directorate : Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R1 341 855. 00 Per Annum (All- Inclusive Package
• Enquiries : Prof. L. Chauke TELL 011 488 4178 / Ms L. Maseko TEL 011 488 3711

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Duties :

• Strengthen obstetrics and gynaecological health services in the institution. Promote clinical effectiveness in all facilities. Primarily support district hospitals with all aspects of service delivery related to Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Secondarily support clinics, community health centers and primary health care outreach teams, including engaging private sector obstetrics and gynaecologist with service delivery related matters. Facilitate and participate in the training, development, and mentorship of under- and post graduate medical. Work with the district management Team to establish and maintain systems including surveillance, health information, communication and referral guidelines and processes to support the delivery of obstetrics and gynaecological services. Initiate, support and participate in clinical audit and quality improvement cycles with specific focus on obstetrics and gynaecological assessments. Implement effective monitoring and evaluation processes, effective use of data and appropriate reporting on outputs and health outcomes. Initiative, support, or participate in relevant research. This may require involvement with local academic training institutions. Foster effective teamwork and collaboration within the DCST. Enable engagement with the local community, relevant non- government organizations and private providers. Facilitate and ensure effective communication with all management structures within the district, the regional and regular reports on activities and initiatives to save mothers, babies, and children. Assist with strategic and operational planning of services in the district and/ or catchment area of the regional hospital. Assist with the coordination and supervision of obstetrics and gynecological services with the district and management of relevant human resources. Assist with recruitment.

Notes :

• These positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and the following academic institutions: University of Witwatersrand /University of Pretoria and/ Sefako Makgatho University Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://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. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 28-11-2025

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.