Assistant Manager: Pharmaceutical Services (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

ECSS82/2026

Location:

Medicine Management, Laboratory and Blood Service Support, Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support

REMUNERATION

R 1 317 108 per annum - R 1 504 797 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

STARTING DATE

09 Oct 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

23 Oct 2026, 5:00 pm

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.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist.

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)

Excellent written and communication skills. Leadership and managerial skills. High level of Computer Literacy. Appropriate knowledge of National and Provincial Policies. Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/ OUTPUTS)

Leading and stewarding for health and Wellbeing. Cultivating a System for Ethical and Just Decision-Making. Cultivating a System for Collaborative Policy Making. Cultivating a System for People-Centred Care.

ENQUIRIES

Ms H Moeng, tel: 021 483 8408

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. Candidates may undergo a Competency Based Assessment.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid Driver’s license. Willingness to travel.

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.