Occupational Therapist

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST REF NO: UMG 15/2026 (X1 POST) SALARY : Grade 1: R413 121 - R472 359 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th cheque, Medical Aid and Housing Allowance optional (employees must meet prescribed requirements) CENTRE : Umgeni Specialized Psychiatric Hospital: Howick REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy that allows for registration with HPCSA as an occupational therapist. Registration certificate with Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. Computer Literacy. Valid Driver’s License. Knowledge And Skills: Good communication and teambuilding skills. Sound knowledge of the current Health and Public Service Legislation, Regulations and Policies. Sound knowledge in the application of clinical Occupational Therapy theory, practice and ethics. Adequate knowledge and competent use of therapeutic media, equipment, craft and rehabilitation activities. Sound problem solving skills. Demonstrate leadership ability, discipline and interpersonal relationship skills. Ability to function under pressure with Mental Health Care Users. Good ability to organize self and the duties allocated for efficient time management. DUTIES : To assess, plan and implement Occupational Therapy treatment methods within Occupational Therapy Services and the other allocated areas of work, including management of Intellectual Impairment services. Perform administrative tasks such as accurate compilation of monthly statistics, clinical audits, report writing, attend and participate in meetings and assist in the development and implementation of protocols and polices. Provide mentorship and guidance to Community Service Therapists and university students. Ensure accurate record keeping and all quality assurance requirements. Engage in skills development accordingly. Assist in safeguarding and evaluating the status of equipment and infrastructure with a repair and maintenance programme as well as stock control management. Contribute towards planning, budgeting, procurement processes and exercise control of expenditure within your department cost center. Support the immediate manager in all transformative changes and additional supervisory tasks as needed. Assist in the provision of high-quality Occupational Therapy Services through the development and implementation of appropriate systems, protocols, quality assurance programs and internal controls. Market and promote Occupational Therapy Services and contribute towards research and training as required. ENQUIRIES : Mrs N Ramcharran Tel No: (033) 3306146, Ext. 244 APPLICATIONS : Applications quoting the relevant reference UMG 07/2026. All Applications should be forwarded to: Mr VM Mvelase, The Chief Executive Officer, Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Private Bag X23 Howick, 3290 for attention: Human Resource Department or courier OR hand delivered at the Human Resources Office Umgeni Hospital, Old Main Road, Howick, 3290. Applications can also be emailed to UmgeniHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za . FOR ATTENTION : Mr VM Mvelase NOTE : The following documents must be submitted: Amended application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application. Such documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. No faxed applications will be considered. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. UMG 05/2019.Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post/s. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA for the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, however correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview. CLOSING DATE : 17 November 2026 SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER (DEMAND) REF GJGM02/2026 (X 1 POST) Re-advertisement Component: Finance SALARY : R413 001 per annum, plus 13th Cheque Housing Allowance (Employee must meet prescribed requirements). Medical Aid (Optional) CENTRE : General Justice Gizenga Mpanza Regional Hospital REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate Grade 12 or equivalent plus Degree or National diploma in SCM or relevant qualification plus 1-2 years clerical experience in public sector SCM environment. A Valid driver’s licence code 8/10. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: PFMA, Treasury Regulations and GRAP, Computer literacy (Basic Skills) and Excel knowledge Ability to work under pressure. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. Must have eligible hand writing. Knowledge of administration procedures and Logis Certificate will be an added advantage. DUTIES : Provide need assessment to ensure that required goods and services follow Departmental SCM Policy Framework, Practice Notes and Treasury Regulations. Determine clear specification for the quality of goods and services required. Ensure that the requirements are linked to budget and analyse the supplying industry for compliance, Conduct Market Research. Match required goods to relevant mandatory requirements. Respond promptly, courteously, and efficiently to suggestions, queries, and complaints. Manage the contract management function, Manage processes to customise standard contracts and service level agreements to ensure adequate SCM security and minimise departmental risk. Ensure that end users oversee contractual compliance by the service providers and those instances of non-compliance are addressed appropriately with suppliers. Manage early warning arrangements to minimise the impact of suppliers defaulting on service delivery. Liaise with provincial treasury on the restriction of non-performing suppliers. Manage a central database of all contracts for goods and services falling outside the scope of delegation of institutions and report on a regular basis on compliance issues and value for money. Adequate reporting and management of Irregular Expenditure, Deviations, Unauthorised and Fruitless & Wasteful Expenditure, Ensure risk and compliance. Manage the procurement plan and its implementation. Supervise the Demand Management Section. ENQUIRIES : Mrs T.N Khumalo (Deputy Director Finance) Tel No: (032) 4376000 APPLICATIONS : Please forward Applications quoting reference number to: The Human Resource Management, GJG Mpanza Regional Hospital, Private Bag X10609, Stanger, 4450. Email: GJGMpanzahospital.hrjobapplication@kznhealth.gov.za . Or hand deliver to GJG Mpanza Regional Hospital, Corner of King Shaka Street, Stanger NOTE : Directions to Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant document on application but must submit the Employment Form (Z83) and the detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of certificates and other relevant documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidate on or before the interviews. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. It will be expected candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a day, all shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e.g. Reference Number (NMH/THRT2026) Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers. Please note that due to a large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited for interview. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different Occupational Categories in the Department). CLOSING DATE : 13 November 2026