This vacancy has closed. It closed on 7 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

MANAGER: PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES

Department of Health

Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

Salary: R1 375 245 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs).
Centre: Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub-structure
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 7 August 2026
Circular: No 26 of 2026

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist. Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel in the Metro. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strong leadership, inclusive of management, professional mentorship, organisation and strategic planning. Project management skills. Computer Literacy and data use and analysis. Appropriate experience in Pharmaceutical systems used in the public sector. Appropriate supervisory/managerial experience. Appropriate Training and experience in Drug Supply Management.

Duties

Strategic planning and implementation and monitoring and evaluation of relevant policies. Technical support to the pharmacy staff and pharmacy for quality assurance and clinical services governance. Overall leadership and coordination of the Pharmacy services within the Khayelitsha/ Eastern Sub-structure. Ensure good Pharmacy practices are institutionalised in the service platform. In-depth knowledge of the Health Act, National Drug Policy, Pharmacy Act, World Health Organisation and relevant policies of the WCG: Health and Wellness.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Mr JA Kruger Tel No: (021) 360-4622

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 26 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 24 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.