WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Experience in managing pharmaceutical budgets. Leadership and management skills, including organisation, strategic planning and operational management of the pharmacy. Knowledge and experience of human resource management, especially labour relations, performance management, staff development and disciplinary procedures. Exceptional interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills to manage staff and stake holder relationships. Computer literacy in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and JAC to record, analyse and present pharmaceutical expenditure data. Practical project management skills and process improvement skills. 

DUTIES: Ensure medicine availability and ensure the correct storage, control and distribution of medicines within the facility. Management of the procurement of medicines, including contract management. Monitor pharmaceutical expenditure, interpret and analyse expenditure trends and provide recommendations on control measures to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Ensure compliance to financial and supply chain management regulations. Monitor data input quality on IT systems in use in Pharmacy e.g JAC and IPS. Prepare monthly and Bi-annual financial reports. Implement quality process improvement. Management of the human resources including staff development, managing labour relations, as well as administrating disciplinary processes, leave rosters, SPMS and SOPS. Implement and manage bi-annual Stock takes of all Pharmacy locations. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr E Williams Tel No: (021) 658-5031 
APPLICATIONS: The Chief Executive Officer: Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Private Bag X5, Rondebosch, 7700. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms T Nqola 
 
NOTE: A competency test will form part of the interview process. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 December 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 47/127 :RADIOGRAPHER GRADE 1 TO 3 (ULTRA-SONOGRAPHER) 
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services 
SALARY: Grade1: R374 364 per annum 
Grade 2: R440 982 per annum 
Grade 3: R519 456 per annum 
CENTRE: Nomzamo Community Day Centre (Based at Macassar CDC rendering a service in the Eastern Geographic area) 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Radiography (Ultrasound). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Radiographer (Ultrasound). Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of RSA qualified employees. One-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 21 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Inherent requirement of the job: Physically able to perform the duties required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Thorough knowledge of ultrasonography techniques and protocols. Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good interpersonal communication, decision-making and conflict Management skills. Computer literacy (MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel). Comprehension knowledge of radiation protection and sonography equipment safety. Ultrasound scanning experience and ability to work independently. 
 
DUTIES: Responsible for the smooth running of the department, professional service, general care and safety of patient. Produce images of high standards. Responsible for quality assurance in the ultrasound department. Maintain case records and statistics. Effective and efficient Finance and Asset Management where applicable. Participate in CPD training programmes. Service geographical areas in the Eastern Sub-district. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms G Viana Tel No: (021) 857-2330/3502 
APPLICATIONS: The Director: Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub-structure, Khayelitsha District Hospital, Corner of Steve Biko and Walter Sisulu Drive, Khayelitsha, 7784. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms E Weaver 
 
NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates, who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application / on appointment. Please note that the afore-said concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (this includes individuals who must apply for change in registration status). 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 December 2018 
 
 

 
 
POST 47/128 :PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 TO 2 (SPECIALTY: MIDWIFERY, CLINICAL NURSE TRAINING) 
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services 
SALARY: Grade1: R362 559 (PN-B1) per annum 
Grade 2: R445 917 (PN-B2) per annum 
CENTRE: Khayelitsha District Hospital 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. degree/diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advance Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science. Registration with a professional council. Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the above period referred to must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1 year post-basic qualification as mentioned above. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of procedures and processes related to nurse training and education. Knowledge and understanding of nursing code of ethics and professional practice of the SANC. Knowledge of PMTCT, IMCI, RTHB, MBFI, PPFP, PPFC, HCT, Post Natal care and Presentation skills desirable. Ability to function independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Appropriate and recognisable experience in training of nurses essential. Computer literacy essential (MS Word, Power point, Excel and Outlook). 
 
DUTIES: Effective management of clinical teaching programs in the Maternal and Child Health Stream. Facilitate and teach the clinical programs developed for the Maternal and Child Health Stream. Facilitate the in-service training/updating of skills and competencies as well as the orientation programme for nurses. Evaluate/ assess the competencies and skills of nursing personnel in the Maternal and Child Health stream to ensure safe and competent nurses. Effective management and utilisation of physical, material and financial resources within the nurse training department. Maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self – development. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr C Olivier Tel No: (021) 360- 4200 
APPLICATIONS: The Chief Executive Officer: Khayelitsha District Hospital, Metro District Health Services, Private Bag X6, Khayelitsha, 7783. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr B Hendricks 
 
NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the required qualifications will be appointed into the general stream, and they will be required to obtain the necessary qualifications within a predetermined period of time. Candidates without the required post-basic qualifications can only be appointed if no suitable candidates with the required educational qualifications could not be found. “Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application/on appointment. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)” 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 December 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 47/129 :ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (CLINICAL SOURCING) 
Directorate: Supply Chain Management-Sourcing 
SALARY: R356 289 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office, Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three year National Diploma or Degree in procurement and or health-related. Experience: Appropriate experience and understanding of clinical consumables, services and equipment within a healthcare environment. Appropriate supervisory experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver's licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound management skills, including ability to manage a team and strategise solutions. Report-writing. Rigorous expenditure analysis and reporting. Ability to assimilate and interpret detailed information. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail. Computer literacy (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Excellent written and verbal communication. 
 
DUTIES: Provide an integrated demand, acquisition and contract management service of critical goods and service commodities within the Department of Health with a focus on: End-to-end management of the sourcing process that include integrated demand, acquisition and contract management service of clinical goods and services commodities. Commodity-based lifecycle costing that include conducting market research within commodity range, research new developments and best practice, identify opportunities to reduce cost base through efficient procurement. Supplier relationship and performance management. Internal and external stakeholder management. Human resource management. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms S du Toit Tel No: (021) 483-6093 or Santie.dutoit-white@westerncape.gov.za
 
APPLICATIONS: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
 
NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 December 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 47/130 :SENIOR PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER: (WELLNESS, DIVERSITY AND DISABILITY) 
Directorate: People Management and Administration 
SALARY: R299 709 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office, Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate three year National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or Social Science. Experience: Appropriate experience. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel throughout the province. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Facilitation, writing, research, conceptualisation, analytical statistical analysis and communication (written and verbal) skills. Ability to interpret and apply legislation. Understanding of the Disability Framework for the Public Service. Creativity, self-motivation and assertiveness. Ability to prioritise and organise work. 
 
DUTIES: Co-ordinate and implement strategies, programmes and projects of the Department Disability Strategy. Co-ordination of the reasonable accommodation of employees with disabilities and the procurement of assistive devices in accordance with departmental framework. Advise districts and institutions on matters of disclosure in accordance with the departmental disclosure policy and implement disability awareness programmes. Co-ordinate physical and information accessibility measures in the workplace through programmes and projects of the department. Co-ordinate the implementation of a Disability Sensitisation and Awareness Programme. Co-ordinate the implementation of a monitoring and evaluation of the Department employment practices and mainstreaming on disability matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms W Herabai Tel No: (021) 483-5676 
APPLICATIONS: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
 
NOTE: No payment of any kind will be required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 December 2018 
 
 

 
 
POST 47/131 :ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A TO C 
SALARY: Grade 1: R179 523 per annum 
Grade 2: R211 464 per annum 
Grade 3: R246 870 per annum 
CENTRE: Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Rondebosch 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Experience: Grade A: No experience required. Grade B: At least 18 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Grade C: At least 34 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle for overtime duties. Ability to perform standby and overtime duties. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience in the mechanical field, general mechanical repairs and the ability to carry out basic general welding. Appropriate knowledge of air conditioning equipment and medical gas plants. Ability to work independently and under pressure, with good organisational as well as team skills. Good communication skills (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of Western Cape. Ability to plan ahead (pro-active), as well as working in a team and to learn and comply with in-house systems and procedures. Conversant with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Acts, NBR and SABA 1475. Ability to climb under/over obstacles, climb ladders and work at heights. Ability to operate and use required tools and equipment skilfully and safely. 
 
DUTIES: Maintain and repair all plant and equipment at the Hospital under the supervision of the Artisan Foreman. Perform necessary administrative functions, train and supervise subordinates. Assist with the execution of engineering projects and control over tools and materials. Assist Artisan Foreman with his duties. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr D Brindley Tel. No: (021) 658-5124 
APPLICATIONS: The Chief Executive Officer: Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Private Bag X5, Rondebosch, 7701. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr P Petersen 
 
NOTE: Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind will be required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 14 December 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 47/132 :ADMINISTRATION CLERK: FINANCE/ADMIN (HOSPITAL FEES - REVENUE) 
(Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services) 
SALARY: R163 563 per annum 
CENTRE: Helderberg Hospital, Somerset West 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics and/or Accountancy as a passed subject and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KPA’s) of the post. Experience: Appropriate experience in a Fees related environment. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy. Knowledge of Hospital Fees Memorandum Chapter 18, UPFS, HIS, Clinicom, AR System, BAS, JAC and Finance Instructions. Good communication skills (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Strong sense of confidentiality and trustworthiness. 
 
DUTIES: Follow up Medical Aid statements. Follow up outstanding Invoices in line with Hospital Fees Manual Chapter 18 and related Finance Instructions. General fees administration and account related duties. Render a client service. Investigate, debit, credit or allocate invoices or payments as per UPFS and billing requirements. Daily filing, including Patient Registration and Discharge Forms. Cashier duties including daily cashing up and depositing of state monies. Daily cash inspections. Control JAC information and error report. Administration of all BAS transactions. Management of foreign patients. Control the write-off process. Preparation, submission and finalization of RAF claims. Submission and finalization of SANDF and Correctional Service invoices. Finalisation of Credit balances. Balance and reconcile the AR System to BAS. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms L Jaars Tel No: (021) 850-4700 
APPLICATIONS: The Chief Executive Officer: Helderberg Hospital, Private Bag X2, Somerset West, 7129. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr A Joubert 
 
NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 December 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 47/133 :ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services) 
SALARY: R163 563 per annum 
CENTRE: Oral Health Centres, Tygerberg/Mitchell’s Plain Platform 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics and/or Accounting as a passed subjects and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas of the post. Experience: Appropriate experience in Supply Chain Management and Financial Management. Appropriate experience in LOGIS. Functional experience in obtaining quotations on an electronic purchasing system and in bid/tender administration (IPS). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and practical experience of the LOGIS System. Computer literacy (Excel spreadsheets and Word documents). Sound knowledge of PFMA, National and Provincial Treasury Instructions and AOS. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES: Perform tasks related to procurement administration such as inviting of quotes, supply of stock and to Maintain a database of contracts (ESL). Maintain O-9 files and follow-up with Suppliers on outstanding store stock and buy-outs (RCDY). Capture requisitions and other documentation on the Supply Chain (LOGIS) system. Communicate procurement request to the Quotation Committee and End User. Provide support to Manager and assist within the Supply Chain Component. Ensure compliance to all relevant laws and prescripts in the Supply Chain Management and procurement function. Perform duties related to IPS processes, evaluation and adjudication on system and apply the RFB (Request for Buyout) process when necessary. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Z Karoodien Tel No: (021) 937-3015 
APPLICATIONS: The Dean/Manager: Oral Health Centres, Private Bag X1, Tygerberg, 7505. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms P de Bruin 
 
NOTE: A practical test may form part of the interview process. No payments of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 December 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 47/134 :TRADESMAN AID 
Central Karoo District 
SALARY: R96 549 per annum 
CENTRE: Nelspoort Hospital 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numerical skills. Experience: Appropriate tradesman experience. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to do standby duties. Ability to do hard physical work. Willingness to travel and work overtime. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge and the application of the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act. Ability to read, speak and write in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to use a variety of equipment tools and machinery. 
 
DUTIES: Assist Artisans and Handyman in the execution of their respective duties. Perform various basic maintenance duties in the workshop and the grounds. Under take a variety of the other general duties such as the physical movement of goods and equipment. Clean workshop and assist with repairs and maintenance function’s effectively. Assist with the checking of maintenance and repairs of all equipment and furniture. Assist with sewer and electrical maintenance. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms SC James Tel No: (023) 416-1600 
APPLICATIONS: The Manager: Eden District Office, Private Bag X6592, George, 6530. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar 
 
NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 14 December 2018