KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health Job Opportunities

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health has announced several new job opportunities for healthcare professionals and nursing managers. These vacancies offer skilled specialists and leaders a chance to contribute to public health services in key hospitals across the province.

List of Job Opportunities Available

Below is a detailed list of the available job opportunities, with reference numbers, requirements, and application details.

1. Manager Nursing (Level 3 Hospital) – King Dinuzulu Hospital Complex

• Reference Number: KDHC 01/2025
• Salary: R1 155 099 – R1 320 732 per annum (all-inclusive package)
• Requirements: Senior Certificate/Grade 12, Diploma/Degree in General Nursing, Nursing Administration/Management qualification, 10 years’ experience, and SANC registration for 2025.
• Key Duties: Lead nursing strategy, manage resources, supervise patient care, infection control, and policy implementation.
• Enquiries: Dr Z.F. Dlamini, Tel: (031) 242 6242

This is one of the most senior nursing job opportunities in Durban, ideal for candidates ready to step into a strategic leadership role.

2. Medical Specialist: Obstetrics & Gynaecology (6 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Queen Nandi (3), Mahatma Gandhi (1), Ladysmith (1), Newcastle (1)
• Reference Numbers: M08/2025 – M11/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3: R1 341 855 – R2 212 680
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration as a Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
• Duties: Specialist care, registrar training, research, and compliance with OHSC standards.

These posts represent multiple job opportunities for specialists across different regions.

3. Medical Specialist: Paediatrics (2 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme / Mahatma Gandhi (Complex)
• Reference Number: M12/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Paediatrics.
• Duties: Paediatric care, registrar supervision, academic teaching, and quality improvement.

This is an excellent job opportunity for paediatric specialists committed to child health.

4. Medical Specialist: General Surgery (6 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Port Shepstone, General Justice Gizenga Mpanza, Addington, Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme, Ladysmith, Greys
• Reference Numbers: M13/2025 – M18/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in General Surgery.
• Duties: Deliver surgery services, teaching, clinical governance, and outreach.

5. Medical Specialist: Orthopaedics (5 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Port Shepstone (2), Harry Gwala, King Dinuzulu, Prince Mshiyeni, Ladysmith, Greys
• Reference Numbers: M19/2025 – M24/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Orthopaedics.
• Duties: Specialist orthopaedic care, teaching, clinical audits, and outreach programmes.

6. Medical Specialist: Anaesthetics (12 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Inkosi Albert Luthuli (5), Victoria Mxenge (1), Queen Nandi (1), Prince Mshiyeni (1), RK Khan (1), Harry Gwala (1), Newcastle (1), Mahatma Gandhi (1)
• Reference Numbers: M23/2025 – M30/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Anaesthetics.
• Duties: Anaesthetic services, guideline development, teaching, and research.

This is one of the largest clusters of specialist job opportunities in the province.

7. Medical Specialist: Radiology (6 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Port Shepstone, RK Khan, Madadeni, Addington, General Justice Gizenga Mpanza, Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme
• Reference Numbers: M31/2025 – M36/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Radiology.
• Duties: Radiology services, training, audits, and academic teaching.

8. Medical Specialist: Emergency Medicine (4 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Addington, Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme, Harry Gwala, Victoria Mxenge
• Reference Numbers: M37/2025 – M40/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Emergency Medicine.
• Duties: Emergency care, teaching, clinical governance, and outreach.

9. Medical Specialist: Psychiatry (3 Job Opportunities)

• Hospitals: Harry Gwala, King Dinuzulu, Townhill Psychiatric
• Reference Numbers: M41/2025 – M43/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Psychiatry.
• Duties: Specialist psychiatric care, registrar training, research, and patient management.

10. Medical Specialist: Ear, Nose and Throat (1 Job Opportunity)

• Hospital: Ngwelezane Tertiary Hospital
• Reference Number: M44/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in ENT.
• Duties: ENT services, academic research, training, and guideline development.

11. Medical Specialist: Paediatric Surgery (1 Job Opportunity)

• Hospital: Victoria Mxenge Tertiary Hospital
• Reference Number: M45/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Paediatric Surgery.
• Duties: Paediatric surgery, registrar supervision, and research.

12. Medical Specialist: Paediatric Endocrinology (1 Job Opportunity)

• Hospital: Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital
• Reference Number: M51/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Paediatric Endocrinology.
• Duties: Endocrinology services, registrar supervision, and outreach.

13. Medical Specialist: Paediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery (1 Job Opportunity)

• Hospital: Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital
• Reference Number: M52/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Paediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Duties: Specialist surgery, teaching, and academic research.

14. Medical Specialist: Internal Medicine (1 Job Opportunity)

• Hospital: Greys Tertiary Hospital
• Reference Number: M53/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Internal Medicine.
• Duties: Internal medicine services, teaching, policy development, and research.

15. Medical Specialist: Urology (1 Job Opportunity)

• Hospital: Madadeni Regional Hospital
• Reference Number: M54/2025
• Salary: Grade 1–3
• Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration in Urology.
• Duties: Urology services, training, and research.

16. Deputy Manager Nursing (Level 1 & 2) – Benedictine District Hospital

• Reference Number: DMN 01/2025
• Salary: R1 028 091 – R1 155 099 per annum
• Requirements: Diploma/Degree in Nursing, 9 years’ experience (4 in management), SANC registration, and valid driver’s licence.
• Duties: Leadership in nursing, manage resources, monitor programmes.

This is one of the notable job opportunities for experienced nursing managers.

17. Deputy Manager Nursing (Level 1 & 2) – Ceza-Thulasizwe District Hospital

• Reference Number: CTH 03/2025
• Salary: R1 028 091 per annum + 12%
• Requirements: Diploma/Degree in Nursing, 9 years’ experience (4 in management), and SANC registration.
• Duties: Strategic leadership, policy implementation, and oversight of patient care.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must follow the official application process set by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health. All applications must be submitted on or before 12 September 2025.

Required Documents

Candidates should prepare the following documents:

• A fully completed and signed Z83 application form (available at www.gov.za).
• A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Certified copies of your identity document, Senior Certificate/Grade 12, qualifications, and driver’s licence (only required for shortlisted candidates).
• Proof of current and previous work experience endorsed by Human Resources (to be submitted if shortlisted).

Submission Methods

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods:

• Email:
  • KingdinuzuluHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za
  • KGVREGISTRY@kznhealth.gov.za
• Hand Delivery:
  Human Resource Department
  King Dinuzulu Hospital
  75 R.D. Naidu Road
  Sydenham, Durban, 4015
• Postal Address:
  The Acting Deputy Director: HRM – Mr. F.G. Cele
  Human Resource Department
  King Dinuzulu Hospital
  P.O. Dormerton, 4015
• Online Portal: Apply directly via the provincial government jobs platform: www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs

Important Notes

• Ensure the correct reference number for the specific post is quoted in your application.
• Faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• If no response is received within three months after the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful.

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These job opportunities present a significant chance for healthcare professionals and nursing leaders to grow their careers while serving communities in KwaZulu-Natal. The Department welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities.

If no response is received within three months of the closing date, applicants should consider their applications unsuccessful.