Deputy Director: Public Health (Women's Reproductive Health & NCD Control)
City of Johannesburg · Central, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Overview
The City of Johannesburg is hiring a Deputy Director to lead its public health programmes for women's reproductive health and non-communicable disease control. This senior role is based in Central Johannesburg and is perfect for a seasoned nursing or medical professional ready to shape health outcomes for communities across the city. You will guide strategy, manage programmes and work with diverse stakeholders to make a real difference. If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for public health, this could be your next big career move.
About the role
As the Deputy Director for Public Health, you will take the lead on programmes that address non-communicable diseases (NCDs), substance abuse, mental health, and maternal and women's reproductive health across Johannesburg. You will provide strategic direction, manage budgets, and oversee implementation in all regions to reduce disease burden and improve health outcomes.
Key duties include:
- Leading, planning and supporting the delivery of national priority health programmes.
- Managing financial planning, budgeting and forecasting for the unit.
- Directing health information processes, including the District Health Information System (DHIS), quality assurance and health promotion.
- Strengthening the capacity of managers and staff through training and development.
- Monitoring and evaluating programme implementation to ensure alignment with national and provincial frameworks.
Application note: Only online applications via the City of Johannesburg careers portal will be considered. You must attach certified copies of your qualifications, ID and CV. The City of Johannesburg does not charge any fee for job placement.
Requirements
- Matric certificate plus a BCur Degree/Diploma in General Nursing Science, Midwifery, Community and Psychiatric Nursing accredited with SANC at NQF level 7.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care or Clinical Specialisation in Primary Care Nursing (NQF level 8).
- A postgraduate qualification in Health Service Management or Nursing Administration (NQF level 8) is advantageous.
- Proof of registration with the relevant Health Professional Body.
- A valid driver's licence.
- Alternatively, an MBChB accredited with HPCSA (NQF level 8) plus a relevant postgraduate diploma in Public Health, Health Management or Health Services Management.
- A postgraduate qualification in Health Management or Health Services Management is advantageous.
- 8 years or more experience with National Priority Programmes involving NCD control, substance abuse, mental health, and maternal and reproductive health, with at least 4 years at middle management level.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction and leadership for public health programmes related to NCDs, substance abuse, mental health, and maternal and women's reproductive health.
- Lead and support financial management, budgeting and forecasting for the unit.
- Direct, plan, organise and evaluate health information processes related to national priority programmes, DHIS, skills development, quality assurance and research.
- Implement and oversee training to strengthen the capacity of managers and operational staff in relevant health areas.
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of NCD and women's health programmes across all regions in the city.
- Ensure alignment of programme delivery with national and provincial health frameworks.
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to support programme goals.
Job details
- Organisation
- City of Johannesburg
- Location
- Central, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (8+ years)
- Education
- Postgraduate diploma
- Salary
- R91 242.64 per month (basic salary, excluding benefits) / monthly
- Category
- Healthcare & Nursing
- Posted
- 3 November 2026 (4 days ago)
- Closing date
- 16 November 2026
- Application Method
- Form
Success Guide
This is a senior role, so your application needs to clearly show your leadership experience in public health programmes. Make sure you highlight your 8 plus years working with NCDs, substance abuse, mental health, and women's reproductive health, and call out the 4 years at middle management level. Certified copies of your qualifications, SANC or HPCSA registration, and driver's licence are essential. Since only online applications are accepted, submit through the City of Johannesburg portal and keep the reference number handy. Prepare for competency based interview questions about strategy, budgets and programme implementation. Good luck!
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