Johannesburg: Chief Executive Officer (Health Sciences/Laboratory services 5-year fixed term contract) posted by Isilumko Staffing

January 14, 2026 Jobs in Central Johannesburg

Isilumko Staffing

Gauteng

Other IT/Computer

Job Description

Our client in the public sector is seeking an experienced and ethical CEO to supervise and control all strategic and business aspects of their company, on a 5-year fixed term contract. Johannesburg

Purpose

To provide strategic vision, planning, and operational leadership to ensure that the organisations operations are optimised to serve the cost effective and efficient pathology and laboratory health needs of the South African public health sector. The CEO will be responsible for growing and maintaining the organization with excellence, vision and insight to effectively deliver on Board, shareholder and employee expectations. The incumbent is required to build a strong and successful organization.

Key responsibilities:

Making major corporate decisions
Managing overall operations,
Setting and executing organizational strategy.
Setting vision, values, and corporate culture.
Communicating effectively with all stakeholders and stakeholder management
Corporate Governance
Making Capital Allocation Decisions
Recruitment
Financial compliance, reporting and management of financial budget.
Resource management within budget
Monitor output of quality services rendered.
HR management

Requirements:

Pathology / Public Health medicine specialist qualification, registered with HPCSA, 10 years management experience – with executive experience (prefer laboratory / health environment industry experience)

OR PhD Medical scientist / medicine / nursing / pharmacy, registered with HPCSA, SANC, Pharmacy Council. 12 Years’ management experience – with executive experience (prefer laboratory / health environment industry experience)

OR Equivalent Postgraduate business qualification e.g. CA (SA), MBA, 12 Years’ of experience in business – with executive experience (prefer laboratory / health environment industry experience)

Skills

Must have strong communication – English – written and verbal.
Must have strong business acumen.
Must have strong strategic skills.
Must have strong leadership skills.
Must be Ethical, with clear criminal record and a clear ITC.

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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng

The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.

In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.

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Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.

Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.

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Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.

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