KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

​MEDICAL OFFICER REF NO: MOENDOC/01/2022 (X1 POST) 
Department: Endocrinology 
SALARY : Grade 1: R833 523 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), excluding Commuted Overtime 
Grade 2: R953 049 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), excluding Commuted overtime 
Grade 3: R1 106 037 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), excluding commuted Overtime 
CENTRE : Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Current registration with Health Professions Council as a Medical Practitioner. Grade 1: No experience required. The appointment to grade 1 requires 1-year relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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: Five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. The appointment to Grade 2 requires a minimum of six years (6) relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign health professional council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: Ten (10) years appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. The appointment to Grade 3 requires a minimum of eleven years (11) relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Sound clinical knowledge within the discipline. Ability to deal with all medical emergencies. Knowledge of ethical medical practice. Ability to assess, diagnose and manage patients in medicine and endocrinology. 
 
DUTIES : Examination, investigation, and treatment of patients in the clinics and wards at IALCH, as stipulated by the Head of Department (HOD). Documentation of clinical notes on the IALCH electronic health record. Participation in activities within the discipline including Case presentations, Ward round presentations, Journal club and other departmental meetings. After hours call duties, including weekend ward rounds, and participation in the IALCH Emergency Department and Medicine call roster. Inter-departmental consultation and consulting with other disciplines at IALCH, regarding patient care. Collection of departmental statistics and assistance with clinical audits, as directed by the HOD. Bi-annual review of performance according to the EPMDS agreements. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mrs. C. Vedalankar Tel No: 031 240 4537 
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be addressed to the Human Resources Manager, and should be placed in the application box situated at Security at the entrance to the Management Building at IALCH or posted to Private Bag X03 Mayville 4058. 
 
NOTE : An Application for Employment Form (Z83) must be completed and forwarded. This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za.Copies of ID documents, Std 10, educational qualifications, certificates of service and professional registration certificates need not be certified as only shortlisted candidates will be requested to supply certified copies and proof of current registration must be submitted together with your CV. Original signed letter from your current employer, confirming current and appropriate work experience related to the requirements and recommendations of the advert. People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the posts. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. ref APRO/1/2006. Please note that failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Please note that the selected candidate It is the applicant’s responsibility to have the foreign qualification, which is the requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation on application. Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered will be subjected to a pre-employment screening and verification process including a CIPC (Companies Intellectual Property Commission) screening. Due to the large number of applications we receive, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be advised within 60 days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T claims. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 May 2022 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MEDICAL OFFICER REF NO: MOPAEDSSURG/01/2022 (X1 POST) 
Department: Paediatric Surgery 
SALARY : Grade 1: R833 523 per annum, (all inclusive salary package), excluding Commuted Overtime 
Grade 2: R953 049 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), excluding Commuted overtime 
Grade 3: R1 106 037 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), excluding commuted Overtime 
CENTRE : Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital 
 
REQUIREMENTS : MBCHB Degree. Current unrestricted registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Practitioner. FCS Part I (primary exam) will be an advantage. At least 6 months post community service will be an advantage. Experience: Grade 1: No experience required after completion of Community Service however 6 months experience in surgery at MO level or above will be preferable. Appointment to grade 1 requires 1 year relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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: Five years appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner of which at least 6 months must be in surgery at MO level or above. The appointment to Grade 2 requires a minimum of six years (6) relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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: Ten (10) years appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner of which at least 6 months must be in surgery at MO level or above. The appointment to Grade 3 requires a minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Knowledge and skills in Surgery, Paediatric Surgery or Paediatrics. Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Sound communication, negotiation, planning, organising, leadership, decision-making and interpersonal skills. 
 
DUTIES : Assist with the provision and development of tertiary level Paediatric surgical care services as determined by the Head of Paediatric surgery at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital. Participate in the delivery of Paediatric surgical services in Durban. Provision of outpatient services at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital. Management of ward patients Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital. Provide initial resuscitative, peri-operative surgical care, operative surgical care and post-operative care of patients in the department of Paediatric Surgery. Ensure that the scientific principles of Paediatric Surgical care are maintained. Ensure sound labour relations in compliance with relevant legislation while maintaining the interests of the patient. To participate in clinical audit programmes and research. To assist in outreach and teaching when required. Perform after hour work as required. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr AG Maharaj Tel No: 031 240 6571 
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be addressed to the Human Resources Manager, and should be placed in the application box situated at Security at the entrance to the Management Building at IALCH or posted to Private Bag X03 Mayville 4058. 
 
NOTE : An Application for Employment Form (Z83) must be completed and forwarded. This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za.Copies of ID documents, Std 10, educational qualifications, certificates of service and professional registration certificates need not be certified as only shortlisted candidates will be requested to supply certified copies and proof of current registration must be submitted together with your CV. Original signed letter from your current employer, confirming current and appropriate work experience related to the requirements and recommendations of the advert. People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the posts. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. ref APRO/1/2006. Please note that failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Please note that the selected candidate It is the applicant’s responsibility to have the foreign qualification, which is the requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation on application. Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered will be subjected to a pre-employment screening and verification process including a CIPC (Companies Intellectual Property Commission) screening. Due to the large number of applications we receive, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be advised within 60 days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T claims. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 May 2022

​CLINICAL PROGRAMME CO-ORDINATOR GRADE 1 REF NO: KCD 05/2022 
Prevention Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) 
SALARY : R450 939 - R507 531 per annum. 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (optional subject to employee must meet prescribed requirements) and Housing Allowance (subject to employee must meet prescribed requirements). Rural Allowance (based on daily claim basis). 
CENTRE : King Cetshwayo District Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12), Diploma or Degree in Nursing Science that allows registration with SANC as a Registered Nurse, Minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as a Registered Nurse in general nursing. Current registration with SANC (2020), Computer Literacy (certificate or proof of competency to be attached on the application), Unendorsed valid driver’s licence, Proof of current and previous working experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource or Employer (must also be attached on the application), 1 post basic qualification is in Primary Health Care Nursing and HIV Management qualification is recommended. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure that clinical strategies to manage health conditions contained under the PMTCT are implemented in all Institutions/Facilities. Monitor PMTCT indicators which measure health practices in institutions and communities and provide support and report on findings to district health management team by conducting support visits. Participate in district and sub- district perinatal review meetings. Assist facilities develop quality improvement plans for the PMTCT and ensure their implementation. Ensure availability of PMTCT guidelines in all the facilities. Participate in quality improvement programmes reviews e.g. Ideal Clinic, Mother Baby Friendly Initiative, etc. Contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of integrated District Operational plan for MNCWH programme. Participate in the development of the District HAST Business plan. Ensure efficient use of PMTCT budget by participating in the finance meetings. Represent the district in PMTCT meetings. Ensure highly motivated and well developed health care force by conducting trainings and continuous support visit. Provide mentorship and coaching to Nurses. Oversee institutional health practices to ensure that these meet minimum basic standards thereby attaining provincial and national health care targets. Conduct on site in-service trainings during support visits. Provide a verbal and written report to the facilities for proper follow up on gaps identified during support visits. Advocate for PMTCT and Nutrition issues in all health platforms. Plan, organise and conduct community rallies and events that convey health messages and practices which support elimination of vertical transmission of HIV quarterly. Network with other provincial departments and NGO’s to provide support to the PMTCT programme. Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor or other senior managers. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr MN Mbatha Tel No: 035 787 6203 
APPLICATIONS : Please forward application quoting the reference number to the Human Resource Department, King Cetshwayo District Office, Private Bag X20034, Empangeni, 3880 or hand delivered to King Cetshwayo Health District Office, 2 Lood Avenue Empangeni Rail, Human Resource Department 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr MTR Nzuza 
 
NOTE : Application must be submitted on the Application for Employment Form (Form Z.83), which is obtainable at any Government Department or from the website – www.kznhealth.gov.za must be accurately completed and signed. Reference Number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z.83, Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, copies of identity document, educational qualifications and professional registration certificates – certified copies will only be requested from shortlisted applicants. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. Applicants in possession of a foreign qualification must attach an evaluation/verification certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) or other regulating bodies to their applications. Non- RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident/ Work Permit holders must submit a documentary proof together with their applications. This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience verifications. Failure to comply with the aforementioned instructions wills results to your application being disqualified. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 May 2022 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DISTRICT ADHERENCE FACILITATOR, CARE & SUPPORT REF NO: KCD 06/2022 
(10 months contract or less which will end on the 31/03/2023) 
SALARY : R382 245 - R450 255 per annum (Level 09), 37% In lieu of benefits 
CENTRE : King Cetshwayo District Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12). A Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery or Bachelor’s degree in Social Science. Current registration with relevant body. Proof of Computer Literacy preferable on Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms Power point and Ms Outlook-Proof must be attached on the application. Minimum of 5 years working experience in public health, Social services or community advocacy. A valid driver’s license. Proof of previous and/or current work experience endorsed and stamped by HR Office or Employer must be attached on the application. Public health sector experience in adherence to care and treatment and disclosure policies would be an advantage. 
 
DUTIES : Act as the clients’ advocate, explains the available options to the clients, keeps records of the services offered and work closely with the District HAST Coordinator. Coordinate community mobilization for linkage and retention in care activities. Champion eLABS and Results for Action where applicable as well as viral load management in general. Promote the delivery of services offered to different groups with the aim to enhance quality, efficiency and client satisfaction. Place the recipient of care at the center of service delivery while maximizing health system efficiency. Coordinate and manage the communication of end user/customer deliveries, including scheduling, transportation, delivery equipment and labour. Ensure that the facility develop a system for tracking and tracing clients who do not attend their club meetings and follows up within seven - fourteen days to determine whether they have collected their medication. Ensure that the service needs of clients are met and linking them to the appropriate resources and providers. Develop a stakeholder directory of adherence care and support service agencies and providers for referral processes. Ensure that health talks and health education in the facility’s waiting room, informing patients of available options for Differentiated Care are conducted. Ensure that the club schedule is made available to the facility, and that club venues and dates are shared with decanting Clinicians for cohorting purposes. Ensure continuous utilization of adherence plan for the individuals and support groups. Ensure that monthly schedule of health talks/adherence classes for the facilities, club meetings, in line with the AGL SOPs is developed. Evaluate the quality of all adherence, care and support services and identifying areas that need improvements. Facilitate support groups and adherence club activities. Support coordination and implementation of DMOCs including CCMDD. Compile report to inform the coverage and uptake of patients (HIV, TB and NCDs) decanted to Facility Pick Up Points (Fac PuPs), Adherence Clubs and External Pick up Points (Ext PuPs). Perform other duties assigned by supervisor or other senior managers. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mrs CN Mtshali Tel No. 035 787 6273 
APPLICATIONS : Please forward application quoting the reference number to the Human Resource Department, King Cetshwayo District Office, Private Bag X20034, Empangeni, 3880 or hand delivered to King Cetshwayo Health District Office, 2 Lood Avenue Empangeni Rail, Human Resource Department 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr MTR Nzuza 
 
NOTE : Application must be submitted on the Application for Employment Form (Form Z.83), which is obtainable at any Government Department or from the website – www.kznhealth.gov.za must be accurately completed and signed. Reference Number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z.83, Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, copies of identity document, educational qualifications and professional registration certificates – certified copies will only be requested from shortlisted applicants. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. Applicants in possession of a foreign qualification must attach an evaluation/verification certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) or other regulating bodies to their applications. Non- RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident/ Work Permit holders must submit a documentary proof together with their applications. This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience verifications. Failure to comply with the aforementioned instructions wills results to your application being disqualified. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 May 2022