Medical Officer Grade 1 at Department of Employment and Labour (Provincial Office: Limpopo)

INTRODUCTION

Department of Employment and Labour is looking for a Medical Officer Grade 1 to join its team, with the post located in Provincial Office: Limpopo.

The advertised package is R1 041 402 - R1 121 241 a year, (OSD). This post was published in Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, issued on 09 October 2026.

Job title	Medical Officer Grade 1
Department	Department of Employment and Labour
Reference number	HR4/4/6/06
Salary	R1 041 402 - R1 121 241 a year, (OSD)
Centre / location	Provincial Office: Limpopo
Province	Limpopo
Closing date	23 October 2026 (walk-in 16:00, online 23:59)
Circular	PSV Circular 36 of 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

This vacancy forms part of Department of Employment and Labour. It carries the reference number HR4/4/6/06, and the successful candidate will work from Provincial Office: Limpopo.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Here is what the job involves day to day:

• Manage medical advisory services for all COID services.
• Manage and monitor healthcare.
• Manage medical claims processing.
• Manage and provide support to medical service providers.
• Manage all resources in the sub-directorate.

REQUIREMENTS

Make sure you tick every box below before you apply:

• MBCHB. 10 years of functional experience in the medical environment.
• Assessment of medical /disability claims will be an added advantage.
• Registration with the HPCSA.
• Knowledge: Medical related Legislation & Regulatory Knowledge & implementation, Medical aid knowledge (case management), Compensation Fund policies, Procedures, processes, Compliance Management, Risk Management and Fund Governance, Budgeting and Financial Management, Customer Services (Batho Pele Principles), Technical Knowledge, Medical Anatomy, Medical Terminology, AMA guidelines application, Public service Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI).
• Skills: Medical Policy Management, Occupational Health knowledge, Clinical Excellence and Advisory, Project Management and Planning, Information Analysis and Interpretation, Digital Acumen / Medical Systems (IT Systems Control Designs), Clinical risk mitigation, Clinical coding, Quality Assurance and improvement, Research and Benchmarking, Stakeholder Development and Management, Negotiation, Consensus and Coalition Building.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Download the NEW Z83 form from the DPSA website and complete it in full.
2. Prepare a detailed CV with your qualifications, experience and contact details.
3. Write the reference number HR4/4/6/06 on your application.
4. Submit as instructed: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X 9368, Polokwane, 0700 Or hand deliver at 42a Schoeman Street, Polokwane or Email address: CFJobs-LP@labour.gov.za
5. Make sure your application reaches the department by 23 October 2026 (walk-in 16:00, online 23:59).

Enquiries: Ms. JM Fope Tel No: (015) 290 1665

Important notes:

• Read the full advert in the circular for the department's specific submission rules.

TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION

• Read the whole advert, including the notes section, because each department has its own rules on how to submit.
• Use the NEW Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021), sign and date it, and make sure every section is completed.
• Prepare certified copies of your ID, qualifications and proof of experience. Shortlisted candidates are usually asked for them.
• If you hold a foreign qualification, get a SAQA evaluation certificate ready before the interview stage.
• If this is your first government application, read the DPSA guide on completing Z83 so you do not lose points on a simple form error.

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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026. Always confirm details with the advertising department. OneCareer is not the employer and never charges for applying to a government post.