Clinical Manager

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Clinical Manager (Medical) Grade 1

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS839/2025

Klipfontein/Mitchells Plain Sub-Structure Office, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

Registration With A Professional Council:

Registration with the HPSCA as a Medical Practitioner.

Competencies (Knowledge/ Skills):

Strong leadership, organisational operational and contingency planning skills. Independent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Good knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations and provincial policies. Proven management competencies in a public health environment. Appropriate experience of managing health services. Management experience at a Health Facility.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job:

Valid driver's licence (Code B/EB) and willingness to travel.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

Appropriate Qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Practitioner.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.

Enquiries:

Ms P Olckers, tel no

Note:

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical, and oral assessment.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):

Overall strategic, clinical and corporate governance for the Klipfontein/Mitchells Plain Sub-Structure. Ensure Quality Assurance and Medico Legal services for the Sub-structure. Clinical Governance systems design to support service improvement initiatives/innovation. Ensure implementation of service re-design and support within ecosystems. Ensure compliance with finance and supply chain processes with a focus on efficient service provision. Act as custodian of the clinical governance (internal and external) and mentoring of clinical staff in the Sub-structure. Co-ordinate and facilitate outreach and support within the ecosystem and to surrounding PHC facilities.

Remuneration:

Grade 1: R R per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:

12/5/2025 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver's license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

Closing date: 1/9/2026 12:00:00 AM