DIRECTOR: COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CONTROL

Department of Health

Reference number: MPDOH/SEP/26/1511
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
Centre: Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit)
Province: Mpumalanga
Closing date: 18 September 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

An under-graduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Health Sciences as recognised by SAQA. At least five (5) years’ experience in Public Health Services at a middle / senior managerial level. Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme Certificate. Proven knowledge and experience in Health Services delivery at Primary Health Care and hospital level within the District Health System, in line with relevant legislation, policies, and regulations within the Public Sector. Experience in managing emerging, re-emerging, malaria, and vector-borne diseases. A Master’s degree in Public Health qualification will be an added advantage. A driver’s license. Strategic and Leadership abilities. Financial Management; Project management, problem-solving and analysis. Change management, decision-making, conflict management, verbal communication and report writing skills. People management, Client-orientated and customer-focused. Computer literacy. A dynamic individual with excellent management skills. A proactive thinker; effective reporting, interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills are essential.

Duties

Ensure optimal provision of communicable disease control and management in the Province. Ensure the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategic and operational plans for the Province. Submit timely weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports regarding programme activities. Develop, maintain and implement the strategies and policies in line with National Health-related legislation and frameworks. Provide strategic leadership and Human Resource Management and Development. Prepare and maintain the programme’s resources and meet the Health and Service needs of the province in accordance with the relevant prescripts. Represent the province of the Department at relevant forums. Facilitate the development and implementation of the system geared towards the improvement of service delivery.

Where to send your application

Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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