POST 04/91 : CHIEF-DIRECTOR: INTERNATIONAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT REF NO: NDOH 3/2026
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), (basic salary consists of 70% of total package, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion. The flexible portion of the package can be structured according to the Senior Management Service guidelines.
CENTRE : National Department of Health, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. A qualification in Health Science / Public Health/International relations will be an advantage. At least five (5) years’ experience at a senior managerial level in International Relations. Proven track record of managing strategic programmes/projects of national scope. Knowledge of Public Service Act, Financial Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Understanding of National Health Insurance Bill and National Health Act as well as knowledge of Government protocol, processes and regulations. Good strategic capability and leadership, financial management, strong managerial and administrative skills, ability to analyse and synthesise information and formulate policies and strategies. Good inter-personal
relations, diplomacy and communication skills. Computer skills. Willingness to work irregular hours and travel frequently. Valid driver’s license. The SMS preentry certificate is required for appointment finalization.

DUTIES : Strengthen technical capacity of the health sector to improve its health outcome and to harness focused intervention towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Support the prevention and control of regional public health risks that threaten South Africa and African population including humanitarian assistance. Facilitate participation in various international structures to strengthen bilateral, trilateral relations including multilateral treaties. Support the Facilitation of the International Development Assistance and Partnership programme. Advance and coordinate global health agenda in Africa and Middle East, North-South Partnerships as well as South-South
relations. Enhance knowledge, capacity and research skills on global health. Effective and efficient management of the resources.
ENQUIRIES : Mr PP Mamogale Tel No: (012) 395 9378

APPLICATIONS : The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X399, Pretoria, 0001. Hand delivered application may be submitted at Reception (Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria Townlands 351-JR or should be forwarded to recruitment@health.gov.za quoting the reference number on the subject e-mail.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Shitiba
CLOSING DATE : 23 February 2026
NOTE : All short-listed candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise for SMS posts, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments).