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KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health & Treasury Jobs 2026: Apply Before May Deadlines
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government has announced a range of senior management and specialist vacancies across the Department of Health and Provincial Treasury. These roles offer competitive salaries, leadership opportunities, and a chance to contribute to public service delivery in South Africa.
If you’re an experienced professional looking to step into government leadership, here’s everything you need to know.
🔔 Application Deadline
- KZN Department of Health: 15 May 2026
- KZN Provincial Treasury: 12 May 2026
Late applications will not be accepted, so early submission is essential.
📍 Where the Jobs Are Based
Most positions are located at:
- Head Office – Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
🏥 Featured Vacancies – Department of Health
- Chief Director: Health Service Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation
- Salary: R1,494,900 per year (SMS package)
- Requirements:
- Degree in Public Health / Administration / Management
- 5+ years senior management experience
- Key Focus:
- Strategic planning
- Performance monitoring
- Health research and data systems
- Engineering & Technical Services Manager
- Salary: R1,266,714 per year
- Requirements:
- Engineering degree (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical)
- Registered with ECSA
- Key Focus:
- Maintenance of healthcare infrastructure
- Utilities and facility management
- Director: Audit and Internal Control
- Salary: R1,266,714 per year
- Requirements:
- Degree in Auditing / Financial Management
- Experience in internal controls and compliance
- Key Focus:
- Audit coordination
- Risk reduction
- Compliance with PFMA and Treasury regulations
- Director: Hospital Management Services
- Salary: R1,266,714 per year
- Requirements:
- MBChB or Nursing Degree
- Registration with HPCSA or SANC
- Key Focus:
- Hospital systems improvement
- Quality assurance
- Policy implementation
- Director: ICT Governance & Project Management
- Salary: R1,266,714 per year
- Requirements:
- Degree in IT / Computer Science
- Experience in ICT governance & large-scale projects
- Key Focus:
- Digital transformation in healthcare
- ICT strategy and compliance
- Project management office (PMO)
- Director: Infrastructure Programme Delivery
- Salary: R1,266,714 per year
- Requirements:
- Built environment qualification
- Infrastructure programme experience
- Key Focus:
- Infrastructure budgeting
- Project oversight
- Capital development projects
- Director: Legal Advisory Services
- Salary: R1,266,714 per year
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- Admitted attorney or advocate
- Key Focus:
- Legal advice and litigation
- Contract drafting
- Compliance with health legislation
💼 Vacancy – Provincial Treasury
Deputy Director: Training & Capacity Building
- Salary: R932,292 per year
- Requirements:
- Degree in Finance/Accounting
- SAICA training completed
- Key Focus:
- Training programmes
- Financial management capacity building
- Monitoring compliance with SAICA standards
📄 How to Apply
Applicants must:
⚠️ Important Application Tips
- Submit separate applications for each position
- Do not attach certificates initially (only if shortlisted)
- Ensure all fields on the Z83 form are completed
- Foreign qualifications must be verified by SAQA
- Expect background checks, including:
- Criminal record
- Credit history
- Qualification verification
🧠 Final Thoughts
These vacancies present a major opportunity for experienced professionals to step into high-impact leadership roles within the public sector. With strong salaries and the chance to influence healthcare and financial systems, competition is expected to be high.
If you meet the requirements, make sure to apply before the deadline and follow all application instructions carefully to avoid disqualification.
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