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Manager Medical Services

Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal)

Province:

KwaZulu-Natal

Salary:

R1 479 723 per annum

Closing Date: 

November 17, 2026

DPSA Vacancy Circular:

39 of 2026

226

Find the original in the DPSA circular:

Duties 

Ensure the provision of safe, ethical, legal and high-quality medical care in a psychiatric hospital. Facilitate the formulation of policies and procedures and ensure that these are in line with statutory regulations and code of ethics. Ensure the provision of protocols and guidelines to doctors at the correct level. Participate in the quality improvement programme of the component to ensure that policies and procedures are followed. Conduct clinical audit with the support of the clinical staff. Liaise with the District Office and Head Office on matters related to medical services. Ensure that effective delivery service is maintained within the hospital. Maintain discipline and deal with labour relations issues in terms of the laid down procedures. Supervise and support medical officers, sessional doctors and community service doctors. Serve in all clinical related committees, including management committees like Management Committees, Cashflow committee, IMLC etc. Ensure availability of clinical protocols for the management of high-risk conditions at the hospital. Provide duties that can be allocated in terms of the hospital, district and departmental needs. Organize both academic and clinical service functions of the Department, including ward rounds, outpatient clinics and clinical training ward rounds. Participate in clinical research and academic programmes in the respective clinical departments. Provide academic and clinical administrative leadership. Attending to staff at the Occupational Health clinic if the Medical Officer allocated is not available.

Key Requirements 

Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent; Plus, MBCHB or equivalent qualification. A minimum of three years' experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with HPCSA Plus Current registration with HPCSA. A minimum of two years' supervisory experience. Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and Unendorsed valid driver's licence (code 8) or C drivers' license (code 10). Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge of general medicine and psychiatry, laws and regulations that govern medical services. Ability to diagnose and manage common medical problems and emergencies. Knowledge of relevant Acts, Policies and Regulations governing the Public Service. Knowledge of the District Health System. Sound clinical knowledge and experience. Ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to work and maintain meaningful relationships with stakeholders. Management skills. Supervisory skills. Communication and Interpersonal skills. Implementation and evaluation skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Sound negotiation. Organizing and conflict management skills. Computer literacy.

WHERE TO APPLY
Applications quoting the relevant reference UMG 07/2026. All Applications should be forwarded to: Mr VM Mvelase, The Chief Executive Officer, Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Private Bag X23, Howick, 3290 for attention: Human Resource Department or courier OR hand delivered at the Human Resources Office Umgeni Hospital, Old Main Road, Howick, 3290.
For attention: Mr VM Mvelase

WHAT TO SEND
• A completed and signed Z83 form
• A detailed, up-to-date CV

GOOD TO KNOW
• Quote the reference number: UMG 14/2026
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment

Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 226.

Enquiries 

Mr VM Mvelase Tel No: (033) 3306146, Ext. 120

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