JOBS AT KWAZULU-NATAL VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
KwaZulu-Natal COGTA & Department of Health Vacancies 2026
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for a range of vacant posts within the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) and a specialised medical position within the Department of Health. These vacancies span senior management, professional, technical, and administrative levels and offer competitive remuneration packages and career development opportunities within the public sector.
Closing Date
06 February 2026 (unless otherwise indicated in the advertisement)
Available Posts Overview
The advertised positions are primarily based in Pietermaritzburg, with selected medical posts located at Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital.
Senior Management Service (Levels 14 & 13)
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Chief Financial Officer
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Chief Director: Infrastructure Development
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Chief Director: Traditional Governance & Conflict Management
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Director: Municipal Financial Support
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Director: Projects Implementation & Institutional Support
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Director: Traditional Institutional Support
Salary: Up to R1.49 million per annum (all-inclusive)
Middle Management (Levels 12 – 11)
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Deputy Director: Municipal Finance Compliance & Monitoring
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Deputy Director: Municipal Performance
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Chief Town and Regional Planner (OSD)
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Deputy Director: Budget Support
Salary: R896 436 – R1 099 488 per annum
Professional & Technical Positions
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Project Manager: Infrastructure Development (x2)
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Forensic Auditor: Municipal Investigations (x2)
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Project Officer: Local Economic Development (LED)
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Assistant Director: Disaster Management Implementation
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Assistant Director: Traditional Governance (x2)
Administrative & Support Positions
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SCM Practitioner (Asset Management, Logistics & Demand Management)
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Administrative Officer (LED & Provincial House)
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Administration Clerk
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Food Services Aid (x2)
Salary: R138 486 – R582 444 per annum
Department of Health Vacancy
Post: Head Clinical Unit: Nephrology (Grade 1)
Location: Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital
Salary: R2 084 754 – R2 212 680 per annum, plus applicable benefits
General Requirements
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Relevant SAQA-recognised qualifications
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Appropriate management or professional experience
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Valid driver’s licence (where required)
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Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate for SMS posts
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Strong leadership, communication, and computer literacy skills
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
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A completed and signed Z83 Application Form
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A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Submission Methods:
Post or Hand Delivery:
Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Private Bag X9078, Pietermaritzburg, 3200
Online Applications:
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www.kznonline.gov.za/jobs (Department of Health post)
Late, faxed, or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Employment Equity
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
Enquiries
Applicants must refer to individual vacancy advertisements for specific enquiry details.
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