HEAD OF UNIT (HOU) (X1 POST)

Grade 12. Appropriate postgraduate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist. A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as Specialist Anesthetist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anaesthetic. Outstanding clinical skills in the field preferably in the public service environment. Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate training, including research. Understanding of basic Human Resource matters including labour relations and ORW. Understanding of basic Finance matters such as cost drivers and budget allocations. Knowledge of relevant health & labour legislation. Proven leadership skills. Understanding of basic Supply Chain matters such as developing demand and procurement plans for the unit. Knowledge of legislative prescripts governing public service. Managerial and problem-solving skills. Good communication and supervisory skills. Stress-tolerance and the ability to work in a team.

Assist the clinical manager with management and administrative duties within the anaesthetic department, and participate in hospital committees and Departmental activities. Teaching and training at an undergraduate and post graduate level. Supervision and delivery of anaesthesia services at Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital and its cluster as appropriate. Engagement in outreach activities of the department. Human capital management and other administrative duties as allocated. Participation in the research and publication agenda of the academic department. Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (Contracting, reviews and final assessment).

Dr. D. Mdluli Tel No: (011) 891 7000

Applications should be submitted strictly online, applicants should quote the relevant reference number and submit through the following email address: [email protected] No hand-delivered, faxed applications will be accepted.

Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the completed CV and new updated Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each (Z83) application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant as per Circular no 3 of 2025. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Section E, F and G: Noting that there’s a limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached” after having completed to the maximum the actual Z83, this is acceptable - If the CV has been attached and provides the required information. On the CV all experience should be in a chronological order indicating the employer, position and employment period. On the CV indicate the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). CV must have details of name of attended schools/institutions and area. The Information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Only emailed applications will be considered. Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to and pass Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

PSV Circular 20 of 2026, Post 20/130