• Reference Number : REFS/024023
• Directorate : Psychiatry
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R2 600 811.00 per annum (All-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Dr S. Mabunda Tel 011 488 3805 / Ms. L Maseko Tel 011 488 3711

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Psychiatry or a recognized Sub-Speciality. HPCSA registration as Medical Specialist in Psychiatry or in a recognized Sub-Speciality. A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Psychiatry or in a recognized Sub-Speciality. Knowledge and Skills: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Service delivery innovation. People management and empowerment skills. Advanced clinical and teaching experience. Knowledge of health systems, public service and prescribed legislation. The following will be an added advantage: A minimum of 7 years ‘experience as a registered Psychiatrist. Experience in Management of a unit/ department. A PhD.

Duties :

• Manage all academic and clinical activities within the Department of Psychiatry. Provide expert knowledge to aid diagnosis, management and treatment of patients. Coordinate the ongoing delivery of undergraduate and post graduate teaching in Psychiatry, including supervision of Registrar MMed projects. Set norms and standards and promote the maintenance of service delivery and quality outputs in the department. Formulate and manage protocols with Gauteng DoH policies that will have a positive impact on service delivery. Manage the PMDS of consultants, registrars etc. Provide measures and guidance on quality assurance at CMJAH and the cluster. Provide academic leadership as a joint appointee with University of the Witwatersrand and assist in strengthening the relationship between the university and GDoH. Develop the academic career paths of all joint staff, including enhancing research output and training in medical education for all individuals.

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.