143 Surgery jobs in South Africa

Location: Bunbury and/or Busselton Health Campus.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointments for 12-months commencing in February 2026, with the possibility of extension(s).
We currently have two positions available.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/03/2026.

POSITION PROFILE
The two positions are suitable for enthusiastic applicants interested in improving their Orthopaedic skills under direct supervision and for those interested in applying for a position in the Orthopaedic Training Program. The successful applicants will gain a minimum of 12 months quality Orthopaedic experience working alongside two (2) Orthopaedic Trainees and six (6) Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeons. The Registrar roster incorporates a 1:6 oncall component.

Suitable applicants must hold full and unconditional General Registration with APHRA and be able to demonstrate at least one previous year of Orthopaedic Registrar or RMO experience in Australia or a comparable country.
The successful candidates will be responsible for the clinical care of patients under the supervision of senior medical staff including:

• Attending to patients in order of medical urgency.
• Taking history of full medical examinations of new admissions and arranging appropriate investigations and assisting with medical procedures as required.
• Managing medical conditions according to acceptable clinical standards under supervision of consultants.
• Collaborating with other Medical, Nursing staff and multidisciplinary team members to facilitate patient management and communication with family, outside medical practitioners, and/or community services concerning patient management.

FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
We encourage you to contact our WACHS-SW Medical Recruitment team wachs-

AREA PROFILE
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

REGION PROFILE
The Margaret River Region is an area of magnificent beauty on the South West Coast of the beautiful state of Western Australia. Stretching from Busselton along the shores of Geographe Bay down to Augusta the most south-westerly point of Australia.

The area is blessed with spectacular and pristine beaches, abundant opportunities for outdoor activities such caves, adventurous walks and trails and world class surfing spots. It is also renowned for its divine cuisine, welcoming locals and award-winning wines in nearly every direction.

South West residents have a high sense of community and rate their region as a safe place to live and raise children, with excellent access to services such as health and education contributing to their positive lifestyle and general wellbeing.

Benefits Of Working In Bunbury/Busselton

• Close and regular contact and support from quality Consultant Specialists who are very supportive
• Enjoy a broader scope of practice and true breadth of medicine across all specialties with opportunities to practice procedures you would not have access to in a metro setting
• Work with amazing mentors who are very passionate and inspiring
• Work with a close-knit team where you'll be guaranteed to form strong supportive friendships and be a part of the local community
• You will receive a lot of support including accommodation and relocation benefits
• Great work/life balance with limited commute and access to some of the most beautiful scenic sites in Western Australia
• Attractive and competitive remuneration benefits

More Information
WA Country Health Service - Working at Bunbury Regional Hospital

Employee Benefits
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances

Click Here for more detailed information on salaries and benefits.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online via
MedCareersWA
Please note applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Applicants must provide the following documents as part of their application in order to be considered for appointment:

• A detailed curriculum vitae (up to 4 A4 pages) including the names and contact details of 2 x referees. Your CV must provide a summary of your experience in the context of the advertised vacancy.
• A cover letter addressing the following eligibility criteria (no more than 1 page). Answers to these will be assessed by the panel in determining your suitability to the role.

Essential

• Hold full and unconditional General Registration with AHPRA

Desirable

• Minimum 1-year Orthopaedic RMO or Service Registrar experience
• GSSE examination (Generic Surgical Sciences Examination)

Applicant documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process.

Multiple applications will not be considered in their entirety. Where multiple applications are uploaded, the last document to be uploaded will be the only document accepted and considered by the panel.

Applicants are advised that selection interviews may not be required.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT A CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) / RESUME WILL BE INVALID.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact

Other Conditions
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

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LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Location: Bunbury and/or Busselton Health Campus.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointments for 12-months commencing in February 2026, with the possibility of extension(s).
We currently have two positions available.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/03/2026.

POSITION PROFILE
The two positions are suitable for enthusiastic applicants interested in improving their Orthopaedic skills under direct supervision and for those interested in applying for a position in the Orthopaedic Training Program. The successful applicants will gain a minimum of 12 months quality Orthopaedic experience working alongside two (2) Orthopaedic Trainees and six (6) Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeons. The Registrar roster incorporates a 1:6 oncall component.

Suitable applicants must hold full and unconditional General Registration with AHPRA and be able to demonstrate at least one previous year of Orthopaedic Registrar or RMO experience in Australia or a comparable country.
The successful candidates will be responsible for the clinical care of patients under the supervision of senior medical staff including:

• Attending to patients in order of medical urgency.
• Taking history of full medical examinations of new admissions and arranging appropriate investigations and assisting with medical procedures as required.
• Managing medical conditions according to acceptable clinical standards under supervision of consultants.
• Collaborating with other Medical, Nursing staff and multidisciplinary team members to facilitate patient management and communication with family, outside medical practitioners, and/or community services concerning patient management.

FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
We encourage you to contact our WACHS-SW Medical Recruitment team wachs-

AREA PROFILE
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

REGION PROFILE
The Margaret River Region is an area of magnificent beauty on the South West Coast of the beautiful state of Western Australia. Stretching from Busselton along the shores of Geographe Bay down to Augusta the most south-westerly point of Australia.

The area is blessed with spectacular and pristine beaches, abundant opportunities for outdoor activities such caves, adventurous walks and trails and world class surfing spots. It is also renowned for its divine cuisine, welcoming locals and award-winning wines in nearly every direction.

South West residents have a high sense of community and rate their region as a safe place to live and raise children, with excellent access to services such as health and education contributing to their positive lifestyle and general wellbeing.

Benefits Of Working In Bunbury/Busselton

• Close and regular contact and support from quality Consultant Specialists who are very supportive
• Enjoy a broader scope of practice and true breadth of medicine across all specialties with opportunities to practice procedures you would not have access to in a metro setting
• Work with amazing mentors who are very passionate and inspiring
• Work with a close-knit team where you'll be guaranteed to form strong supportive friendships and be a part of the local community
• Great work/life balance with limited commute and access to some of the most beautiful scenic sites in Western Australia
• Attractive and competitive remuneration benefits

More Information
WA Country Health Service - Working at Bunbury Regional Hospital

Employee Benefits
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances

Click Here for more detailed information on salaries and benefits.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online here.

Please note applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Applicants must provide the following documents as part of their application in order to be considered for appointment:

• A detailed curriculum vitae (up to 4 A4 pages) including the names and contact details of 2 x referees. Your CV must provide a summary of your experience in the context of the advertised vacancy.
• A cover letter addressing the following eligibility criteria (no more than 1 page). Answers to these will be assessed by the panel in determining your suitability to the role.

Essential

• Hold full and unconditional General Registration with AHPRA

Desirable

• Minimum 1-year Orthopaedic RMO or Service Registrar experience
• GSSE examination (Generic Surgical Sciences Examination)

Applicant documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process.

Multiple applications will not be considered in their entirety. Where multiple applications are uploaded, the last document to be uploaded will be the only document accepted and considered by the panel.

Applicants are advised that selection interviews may not be required.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT A CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) / RESUME WILL BE INVALID.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact

Other Conditions
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at

Job Function
Customer Management

Job Sub Function
Customer Service Operations

Job Category
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
New Jersey (Any City), New York (Any City), Pennsylvania (Any City), Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description
Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Surgery Export Operations Manager, located in Raritan, NJ

Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.

About MedTech
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at

The Surgery Export Operations Manager is responsible for the J&J affiliate exports business out of the US Global Distribution hubs. This includes responsibility for order management, disputes management, issue resolution, cross-regional governance, flow optimization, process improvements, and automation. The role is responsible for leading 5-10 direct team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Export Customer Support operations, ensuring best-in-class execution of Order Management, inquiries, troubleshooting, Delivery Service Issue (DSI) investigations, claims management, special shipping requirements, and error resolutions.
• Shape and execute Export strategy, including policy development, budget alignment, and long-term business objectives.
• Leverage digital tools and analytics to build proactive monitoring capabilities—anticipating and resolving issues before they impact customers.
• Develop and maintain performance metrics that maximize efficiency, financial health, and customer experience.
• Provide leadership on transformation projects—driving strategy development, supporting end-to-end impact analysis, and execution of change initiatives.
• Drive credentialing and active usage of Project Management, Process Excellence, and Digital tools—applying these to identify inefficiencies, analyze solutions, and deliver prioritized, value-based improvements.
• Define and maintain operational standards for customer interactions and service commitments, ensuring consistent expectations across markets.
• Demonstrate expertise across multiple functional areas with deep knowledge of deliver operations, planning processes, system capabilities and limitations, and customer needs—positioning Export as a key driver of business success.
• Lead E2E customer-focused, decision-making across the global Export community—including Inter-Regional Transportation, Distribution Centers, Trade Compliance, Planning, and Affiliate partners.
• Supervise ~7 associates providing coaching, development and performance planning, and motivation to reach the individuals' highest potentials.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree or focused degree specifically in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business preferred

Experience And Skills
Required:

• Minimum of 6 years' experience in a Logistics or Supply Chain environment
• Strong organizational skills and experience coordinating cross-functional teams
• Highly collaborative with the ability to lead and influence others in a complex matrix organization
• Ability to act decisively and manage risks with limited information
• Ability to navigate in an ambiguous environment, work independently, manage complexity, and take ownership for results
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely across all levels of the company
• Proven track record of identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities

Preferred

• Experience leading process improvements and/or change management initiatives and associated governance processes
• Experience with data analytics and associated tools
• Project Management experience or credentialing
• Understanding of supply chain interdependencies (end to end)
• Experience working cross-Business Unit, especially within MedTech
• Proven track record of building and developing diverse, high-performing teams
• Financial acuity

Other

• This person may sit at any Continental U.S J&J location
• Travel up to 10% domestic/international

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$100,000-$172,500

Additional Description For Pay Transparency
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below.

Job Description Summary
In this role he/she will be responsible for selling GE Healthcare Surgery products, managing channel partners relationships, increasing distribution network within the region, including large, complex, high visibility, strategic, or tactically important accounts. Specialized knowledge in breadth and/or depth, as well as sales experience as an expert in the field will be necessary to execute the job. He/she can also handle sales in a standalone manner. As such he/she will be responsible to close the deals and coordinate the sales and technical activities in support of the deal. Additionally, he/she provides formal technical and clinical support during the sales process. He/she will have to provide the required pre-sale product demonstrations (or clinical trial support) as well as post-sale installation, training and/or customer service to support sales objectives for his/her region. He/she will ensure ongoing post-sale customer support including on site clinical in-servicing and go-live support.

Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities

• Compiling lists of prospective customers and sales leads. Follow up as necessary
• Quote the product features and price according with key clients' requests and technical requirements.
• Working with sales leaders, other sales representatives, and potential channel partners to increase prospects and drive closure of opportunities
• Responsible for driving Sales through managing a portfolio of both Direct Accounts and Channel Partners.
• Sales negotiation and deal closure at the customer, interfacing with all key buying influencers such as direct users of the product, biomedical engineering departments and other stake holders
• Demo tours all over the region to capitalize on opportunities that immediately satisfy customer needs while maintaining satisfactory after-sale relationships and development of long-term customer relationships.
• Providing pricing strategy and ensure pricing compliance for segment opportunities
• Estimating date of Forecasting orders and sales of assigned territory and submit monthly report
• Representing the company at trade association meetings to promote product and company
• Provide technical and clinical leadership during sales process by demonstrating full range of product features in the operating theater including potential uses, product capabilities and benefits to customers as needed
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver product training to customers on software, application and/or equipment use, monitor customer installations within assigned territory/region to improve customer satisfaction and maintain customer relationships
• Improve customer satisfaction and socket retention through continuing education on optimization of equipment utilization by customer
• Understand complete indirect distribution landscape (including competition landscape) and ceaselessly work to enhance our distribution. Keep looking out for new dealers as alternatives/backup, as appropriate.
• Provide support to distributors on day-to-day product inquiries, price negotiations, customer presentations, finding complementing products, share best practices from other countries/regions, etc.
• Develop, coach and train distributors to ensure they are effective in sales in their assigned product portfolio and geographical coverage.
• Plan and execute Trade show/Workshops/Clinical Talks/show sites/Customer visits.
• Lead product demonstrations and customer trainings with surgical equipment in the Operating room

Required Qualifications And Characteristics

• At least one of the following core experiences: Minimum of 5 years clinical/ technical experience following certification with demonstrated clinical/technical skill in specific areas or at least 5 years commercial applications/modality experience with demonstrated successes in high level customer interactions and sales scenarios
• Drive continuous improvement on all related processes, work instructions, and procedures to ensure ongoing standardization and simplification of the Quality Management System
• Demonstrated current x-ray imaging proficiencies preferably on surgical mobile C-arms
• Proven capability to interact with distributors and/or channel partner
• Knowledge and understanding of all Global Privacy and Anti-Competition Policies (including but not limited to GE Healthcare HIPAA Guidelines, NEMA Regulations, etc.) and operates within them to ensure that no company policy or US / Int'l Law is broken.
• Knowledge and understanding of all Environmental Health Policies (including but not limited to GE Healthcare EHS Policies, GE Healthcare Fleet Rules, etc.) and operate within them to ensure that no company policy or US / Int'l Law is broken
• Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position
• Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines
• Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong presentation skills

Inclusion and Diversity
GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Behaviors
We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Total Rewards
Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you'd expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you'll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

* *Additional Information*
*Relocation Assistance Provided:
No

• Work with the Senior Management Team on the implications of operational performance ensuring that actual or potential inability to deliver is escalated and managed effectively.
• Support the Surgical directorate to meet all national and local performance standards.
• Ensuring delivery of the operational performance and quality of patient services across the Division.
• Strengthen operational performance management, leading the implementation of performance improvement plans.
• Build relationships between surgical specialities and other divisions.
• Contribute to the development of annual activity plans to ensure that they will deliver the performance, quality and financial expectations of the Trust.
• Work alongside Directorate Managers to ensure that effective systems and processes are continually improved.

Overview

Location: North West
Grade: SHO
Duration: 14th December until end of April
Contract Type: Locum, Full rota

Provide Medical are currently recruiting a wide range of Locum and Permanent Doctors for a variety of positions across the above region.

Ideal candidates will already have full registration with the GMC and a license to practice without restrictions. Candidates who are clearly eligible to apply for registration with the GMC will also be considered.

In addition to a personally tailored service, allowing us to find the best jobs in the best locations, we can offer a fast registration process, full compliance assistance, training that earns CPD points, and an excellent referral scheme.

Interested and wish to find out more? Please send your CV to: or call Sounita on Opt 1 to further Your Healthcare Future.

Provide Medical is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you.

• Full GMC registration
• License to practice without restrictions
• Eligibility to apply for GMC registration

Overview

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

Nelson Mandela University is a dynamic African university offering an innovative Health Sciences Education model aimed at addressing South African healthcare and has established the country’s 10th medical school on its Missionvale Campus.

The Medical Programme offers a community embedded, primary health-care training approach that is focused on producing high quality, collaborative and innovative medical doctors. The University is seeking healthcare professionals who embrace this kind of teaching and the values of Nelson Mandela, who are committed to living his legacy in creating a more equal and just society for all.

This will be a joint appointment with the Eastern Cape Department of Health with academic and clinical responsibilities.

• Strategy development and execution for the Department.
• Academic, clinical, and administrative leadership of the Department.
• Lead curriculum and program development for the discipline in collaboration with the medical education unit and contribute to the core functions of the university through serving on faculty and university structures as delegated by the executive dean.
• Lead research, including research supervision and community engagement in the Department.
• Promoting and undertaking teaching and training across all levels of students or junior colleagues (undergraduate medical students, medical interns, medical officers, and postgraduate students) including coordination, assessments, etc.
• Participate in interprofessional education and collaboration pertaining to the health personnel and allied health disciplines.
• Manage human resources in the Department and ensure optimal level of skills and competencies of all staff, incl. sessional medical practitioners, within the Department.
• Manage the financial, physical, and other resources in the Department.
• Manage the marketing, liaison, and engagement of the Department.
• Manage the academic administrative functions within the Department in collaboration with Academic Administration.
• Enhance Mission and Vision of the Faculty and University and ensure transformation initiatives are met.
• Contribute to strengthening of the clinical health services platform, with a focus on regional and national health challenges.

• Possess expert knowledge, clinical and research skills in the relevant discipline.
• Possess extensive experience in facilitating learning and teaching.
• Comprehensive managerial and leadership skills and competencies to head an academic Department.
• Problem-solving, decision-making and conflict-management proficiency.
• The ability to work under stress and maintain a good working relationship at all times.
• Have strong people management skills.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a team.
• Sound knowledge of Human Resource Management, incl. disciplinary and grievance management procedures.
• Thorough understanding of financial management and resource allocation and optimization, including budgeting and expenditure control.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).

Education

• MBChB degree.
• A qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist or a recognized Medical Sub-specialty in the relevant discipline.
• A PhD in the relevant discipline or related health discipline will be an advantage.

Registration

• Registered with the HPCSA as an Independent Practitioner.
• Proof of current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist or a recognized Medical Sub-specialty in the relevant discipline.

• A minimum of 5 year’s clinical work experience as a Medical Specialist after registration; or meeting registerable requirements in that category with the HPCSA; or holding a recognized sub -specialty in the relevant field with evidence of having managed a Clinical Unit or a Clinical Department.
• A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in teaching and learning at university level, with evidence of teaching and academic contributions in undergraduate and postgraduate medical programmes.

• A minimum of 2 years managing a clinical unit or a clinical department in the relevant clinical discipline.

• Proven track record of research output, research supervision and publications.

• Valid driver’s license.

Closing date: 19/10/2025

Please note that no late applications will be accepted. Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating exactly how their skills match to the post requirements, and provide a comprehensive CV listing 3 referees, certified copies of their ID document, qualifications, valid HPCSA registration and Driver’s License.

Contact Person: Mrs Shatira Bickoo

E-mail: Tel:

Overview

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. Nelson Mandela University is a dynamic African university offering an innovative Health Sciences Education model and has established the country’s 10th medical school on its Missionvale Campus. The Medical Programme offers a community-embedded, primary health-care training approach focused on producing high-quality, collaborative and innovative medical doctors. The University seeks healthcare professionals who embrace this teaching and the values of Nelson Mandela, and who are committed to living his legacy in creating a more equal and just society. This will be a joint appointment with the Eastern Cape Department of Health with academic and clinical responsibilities.

• Strategy development and execution for the Department.
• Academic, clinical, and administrative leadership of the Department.
  • Lead curriculum and program development for the discipline in collaboration with the medical education unit and contribute to core university functions by serving on faculty and university structures as delegated by the executive dean.
• Lead research, including research supervision and community engagement in the Department.
  • Promoting and undertaking teaching and training across all levels of students or junior colleagues (undergraduate medical students, medical interns, medical officers, and postgraduate students) including coordination and assessments.
    • Participate in interprofessional education and collaboration pertaining to health personnel and allied health disciplines.
  • Manage human resources in the Department and ensure an optimal level of skills and competencies of all staff, including sessional medical practitioners.
  • Manage the financial, physical, and other resources in the Department.
  • Manage the marketing, liaison, and engagement of the Department.
  • Manage the academic administrative functions within the Department in collaboration with Academic Administration.
  • Enhance the Mission and Vision of the Faculty and University and ensure transformation initiatives are met.
  • Contribute to strengthening the clinical health services platform, with a focus on regional and national health challenges.

• Possess expert knowledge, clinical and research skills in the relevant discipline.
• Extensive experience in facilitating learning and teaching.
• Comprehensive managerial and leadership skills and competencies to head an academic Department.
• Problem-solving, decision-making and conflict-management proficiency.
• The ability to work under stress and maintain a good working relationship at all times.
• Strong people management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a team.
• Sound knowledge of Human Resource Management, incl. disciplinary and grievance management procedures.
• Thorough understanding of financial management and resource allocation and optimization, including budgeting and expenditure control.
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).

• Education
  • MBChB degree.
  • A qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist or a recognized Medical Sub-specialty in the relevant discipline.
  • A PhD in the relevant discipline or related health discipline will be an advantage.
• Registration
  • Registered with the HPCSA as an Independent Practitioner.
  • Proof of current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist or a recognized Medical Sub-specialty in the relevant discipline.
• Experience and skills
  • A minimum of 5 years’ clinical work experience as a Medical Specialist after registration; or meeting registerable requirements in that category with the HPCSA; or holding a recognized sub-specialty in the relevant field with evidence of having managed a Clinical Unit or a Clinical Department.
  • A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in teaching and learning at university level, with evidence of teaching and academic contributions in undergraduate and postgraduate medical programmes.
• Management
  • A minimum of 2 years managing a clinical unit or a clinical department in the relevant clinical discipline.
• Research
  • Proven track record of research output, research supervision and publications.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Closing date: 19/10/2025
• Please note that no late applications will be accepted.
• Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating exactly how their skills match the post requirements, and provide a comprehensive CV listing 3 referees, certified copies of their ID document, qualifications, valid HPCSA registration and Driver’s License.
• Contact Person: Mrs Shatira Bickoo
• E-mail:
• Tel: