📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWGauteng Department of Health is actively recruiting for a Head of Department position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSHealthcare professionals including Head of Department are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Head of Department position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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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.
Closing Date : 28-08-2026
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