Pharmacist Grade 1 to 3 (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS404/2026

Location: Khayelitsha CHC, Khayelitsha Eastern Sub-structure, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 882 816 per annum, Grade 2: R 954 339 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 041 402 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

STARTING DATE

6/26/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/10 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.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration as Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 14 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

• Support with the efficient and cost-effective functioning of pharmaceutical service in all Khayelitsha Sub District PHC sites including adherence to statutory requirements and policies. • Support to ensure provision of safe and cost-effective pharmaceutical care to patients. • Support and accept co -responsibility for pharmaceutical supply management in Khayelitsha clinics by ensuring safe and reliable procurement, storage, control, distribution and discarding of pharmaceuticals. • Support the pharmaceutical budget and expenditure to ensure compliance with financial prescripts. • Support with monitoring of Human Resources and supervising of Pharmacists Assistants to ensure optimum productivity and people development.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Knowledge of National and Provincial Health Policies and Pharmaceutical Acts and Laws. Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability and willingness to train staff. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy. Familiar with Primary Health Care Environment, Antimicrobial Stewardship & Differentiated models of Care.

ENQUIRIES

Ms A Sigcau Tel: 021 360 5307

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be required to undergo a competency assessment. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to perform relief duties at pharmacies in the sub-structure. Valid driver’s license.

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.