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JOBS AT LIMPOPO DEPARTMENTAL OF HEALTH

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SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED

Limpopo Department of Health Vacancies 2026

Closing Date: 06 February 2026

The Limpopo Department of Health has announced a range of permanent and contract employment opportunities for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Suitably qualified South African citizens and permanent residents are invited to apply for positions across provincial hospitals and the Head Office.

The vacancies cover management, clinical, medical, emergency medical services, and risk management disciplines. In line with employment equity objectives, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date

06 February 2026
Late applications will not be accepted.

Available Positions

Management Echelon

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Nkhensani Hospital

  • Salary: R1,266,714 per annum (Level 13)

  • Requirements: Health-related degree, professional registration, and a minimum of 5 years’ senior management experience in the health sector

  • Key responsibilities include strategic leadership, hospital operations, financial management, and clinical governance

Clinical & Academic Posts

Head of Clinical Department (Grade 1)

  • Disciplines: Family Medicine; Paediatrics & Child Health

  • Centres: Mankweng Hospital, Pietersburg Hospital

  • Salary: R2,600,811 per annum plus rural allowance

  • Joint appointment with the University of Limpopo

  • Requires specialist registration with the HPCSA and academic involvement

Head of Clinical Unit (Grade 1) – Multiple Specialties

  • Centres: Pietersburg, Mankweng, Letaba, Tshilidzini, Mokopane, St Rita’s/Philadelphia, Thabamoopo Hospitals

  • Salary: R2,084,754 per annum (rural allowance applicable at selected institutions)

  • Focus areas include clinical leadership, governance, teaching, and service development

Medical Management

Senior Clinical Manager: Medical (Grade 1)

  • Centre: Letaba Hospital

  • Salary: R1,647,630 per annum plus rural allowance

  • Requirements: Registered medical practitioner with at least 3 years’ post-registration experience

Emergency Medical Services

EMS District Manager (Grade 2–3)

  • Centre: Waterberg District

  • Salary: R661,263 – R1,016,055 per annum

  • Requires HPCSA registration (ECT, Paramedic, or ECP) and EMS operational experience

Risk Management & Administration

Assistant Director: Risk Management (3 Posts)

  • Centre: Head Office

  • Salary: R468,459 per annum (Level 09)

  • Relevant qualification in Risk Management, Auditing, Forensic Investigation, or Public Administration

Administration Officer: Risk Management Support

  • Centre: Head Office

  • Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 07)

  • Suitable for candidates with strong administrative and compliance skills

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

  • A fully completed and signed NEW Z83 form

  • Updated CV

  • Certified copies of qualifications and ID

  • Proof of professional registration (where applicable)

  • SAQA evaluation for foreign qualifications

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to pre-entry assessments, including a practical task and integrity assessment.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online using the relevant application links for each post.
The correct reference number (Circular_06_of_2026 / LDH) must be clearly indicated on the Z83 form.

Vacancies are also published on:

Enquiries

Mr M Malale
Tel: (015) 293 6345 / 6554 / 6017

Important Notes

  • The Department reserves the right not to fill advertised posts

  • Appointments are subject to security vetting and probation

  • Employee-initiated transfers will not be considered

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