Chief Executive Officer – Wits Oral Health Centre

The Department of Health is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead the Wits Oral Health Centre on a 5-year fixed-term contract. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader with a commitment to improving public health outcomes and managing a complex healthcare institution.

About the Role

• Reference Number: refs/022957
• Directorate: Management
• Number of Posts: 1
• Package: R1,741,770 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Location: Wits Oral Health Centre

Key Responsibilities

As the CEO, you will be responsible for:

• Planning, directing, coordinating, and managing the efficient delivery of clinical and administrative support services in collaboration with the Executive Management team.
• Representing the hospital effectively at provincial and public forums.
• Providing strategic leadership to enhance operational efficiency and improve health outcomes.
• Developing and implementing a strategic plan aligned with national and provincial priorities.
• Ensuring sound financial management, including revenue maximization, budget adherence (PFMA compliant), and prudent resource, asset, and risk management.
• Overseeing facility management to ensure optimal operational efficiency and timely maintenance of infrastructure and equipment.
• Developing and maintaining human resource policies, promoting a safe work environment, and leading staff development initiatives.
• Implementing a fair, transparent, competitive, and cost-effective procurement system.
• Ensuring high standards of patient care through robust clinical governance and establishing strong community networks.
• Managing corporate governance, including infrastructure planning, maintenance, occupational health, and safety, and institutional risk.
• Possessing excellent report writing skills and being prepared to work extended and irregular hours.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria:

• A Grade 12 Certificate.
• An appropriate Degree (NQF Level 7) in a health-related field.
• Current registration with the relevant professional body.
• A minimum of three (3) years of management experience in a public health institution.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of public sector and health-related legislation, regulations, and policies, particularly concerning hospital management.
• A valid Driver’s Licence (with exceptions for persons with disabilities).
• Computer literacy.

Added Advantages:

• A postgraduate qualification in Management.
• Experience working in an academic setting.

Required Competencies:

• Strategic capability and leadership.
• Programme and Project Management.
• Financial Management.
• Change Management.
• People Management and Empowerment.
• Service delivery innovation.
• Problem-solving and analysis.
• Communication.
• Client orientation and customer focus.

Application Process

Closing Date: 01 August 2025

Applications must be submitted strictly online via the E-Recruitment portal. Please note that hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted (except for assistance queries).

For assistance with online applications, you may email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za.

Important Notes for Applicants:

• A fully completed and signed new Z83 form (obtainable from www.dpsa.gov.za/documents) is mandatory. Ensure all fields in Part A, C, and D are completed.
• A detailed CV must accompany your Z83 form. Applications without these will be disqualified.
• Indicate the post reference number (refs/022957) on your application.
• For Senior Management Service (SMS) positions (Director-upwards): An SMS Pre-Entry Certificate (Nyukela) from the National School of Government is mandatory. You must register and complete the programme at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entryprogramme. No appointment will be made without this certificate.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents (not older than 6 months) on or before the interview date.
• All shortlisted SMS candidates will undergo a technical exercise followed by a generic competency assessment.
• Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal, citizenship, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial records, reference checks) will be conducted prior to appointment.
• Candidates with foreign qualifications must provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Preference will be given to South African citizens.
• Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised post.