Head Clinical Unit (Medical) Grade 1 (Neurology) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: TBH95/2026

Location: Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley

REMUNERATION

R 2 168 145 per annum - R 2 301 186 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

STARTING DATE

7/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/17 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Neurology.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Neurology.

ENQUIRIES

Prof V Louw tel. no. (021) 938-9044 or Dr M Mukosi tel no. 021 938 6510

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 3 years’ experience as Medical Specialist in Neurology after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist Neurology.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to effectively function as a specialist managing staff within the Departmental organisation and rules. Appropriate experience as a Neurology Specialist in an academic environment. Independent research experience with publication and related research output. Experience in undergraduate, post-graduate and specialist Neurology teaching and training. Experience as examiner/convener in the CMSA examination in Neurology. Successful post-graduate supervision (minimum Master’s level). Demonstrable experience in managing clinical units and services. Superior appropriate clinical, communication and managerial skills, and appropriate related knowledge including the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams. Leadership of the Division of Neurology and National reputation as a leader in the field of Neurology. Insight into the challenges and opportunities for advancing health care in South Africa. National or international awards in recognition of excellence in the field of Neurology.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Overall governance, including Clinical Governance, of the Neurology services. Overall strategic and operational management of the general adult Neurology services of the hospital. Development, implementation and monitoring of Neurology clinical protocols and guidelines. Manage resource planning, provision and utilisation in the general Neurology services. Govern access to the Neurology services and its resources. Deliver clinical service in Neurology, including commuted overtime. Liaise with hospital management and clinicians to ensure quality Neurology services in the Metro East and Rural Ecosystem. Ensure an outreach program to healthcare facilities in the Tygerberg drainage area. Academic responsibility for teaching and learning at under- and post-graduate level, including the faculty’s distributed training platform. Ensure research and innovation in priority areas. Active participation in relevant provincial Neurology governance structure & advise Department of Health and Wellness on Neurology matters.

NOTE

The successful candidate will also be the Head of Division of Neurology at Tygerberg Hospital and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.