Pharmacist Grade 1 to 3 (Production) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

RXH53/2026

Location:

Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Rondebosch

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 882 816 - R 936 987 per annum, Grade 2: R 954 339 - R 1 011 516 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 041 402 - R 1 104 669 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

8/7/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/08/24 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.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Appropriate knowledge of National and Provincial Health Policies, Medicines Act 101of 1965, the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974 and Public Finance Management Act. Appropriate clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge. Innovative analytical thinking and the ability to initiate, co-ordinate, manage and sustain systems. Ability to manage and supervise staff in the absence of the manager and to conduct all administrative functions required.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Pharmaceutical service delivery includes services within the boundaries of RWMCH and improving continuity of care within the Ecosystem it serves. Effective medicine supply management (Procurement, storage, control and distribution of pharmaceuticals) including cold chain management in all areas where medications are kept. Quality assurance and clinical governance including rational medicine use. Assist with corporate governance functions including financial control, implementation and evaluation of budgetary control measures, human resource management and development and information management. Ensure compliance with policy and legislative requirements and Good Pharmacy Practice Guidelines. Assist with the implementation and management of Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS).

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration as a 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’ appropriate experience after registration as a 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.

ENQUIRIES

Mr . E Williams, Tel. no. (021) 658 5031

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to perform regular after-hours duties. Willingness to perform standby duties and call-out duties when required to do so.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a pharmacist.

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.