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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
 
In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health and Wellness it is our intention with this advertisement to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination. 
 
NOTE : It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. 
 
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OTHER POSTS
 
 
POST 15/174 DEPUTY DIRECTOR: CLIMATE CHANGE AND UTILITIES CHAMPION 
Directorate: Facilities Management 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs). 
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate Honours degree or equivalent qualification (minimum NQF level 8) The successful candidate will be required to complete an Energy Course and register as a Certified Energy Auditor within a period of 12 months after assumption of duty. Experience: A minimum of 8 years extensive experience in matters relating to climate change, energy and water management as well as energy efficiency and energy auditing. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent communication and presentation skills. Numeracy, Literacy, Computer Literacy, Communication Skills, Project Management, Financial Analysis, Auditing, Organizational skills, Presentation Skills, Lateral Thinking, Complex Problem solving. In-depth knowledge of climate change including adaptation and mitigation strategies. In-depth knowledge of financial management as applicable to feasibility studies and shared savings energy contracts. Understanding of municipal tariffs, energy auditing and management and both energy and water saving initiatives and technologies. Ability to engage with peers and other stakeholders. Knowledge of the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness service. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and monitor the implementation of the WCGHW Race to Net Zero 50 Action Plan working closely with a broad range of stakeholders including the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning (DEADP), the City of Cape Town, other Municipalities, Health Care without Harm, Global Green and Healthy Hospitals (GGHH) and the National Department of Health. Conduct feasibility studies to identify and support Climate and Utilities initiatives, including Energy and Water savings initiatives, and develop financial models to enable short- and long-term budgeting for these initiatives. Provide support to and monitor Climate Change and Utilities projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team. This includes identification of shared savings opportunities and interventions, the review of audit reports, shared savings calculations and invoices with the Directorate: Infrastructure Planning, the Directorate: Infrastructure: Delivery, the Directorate: Engineering and Technical Services and other relevant departmental stakeholders. Monitor WCGHW facilities utilities by evaluating energy and water utilization and expenditure data. This also includes amongst others the downloading of Smart Metre Data, compiling of appropriate monitoring and evaluation documentation, GGHH annual reporting, the development of performance indicators and providing input for the WCGHW Annual Performance Plan (APP). Conduct engagements with departmental management and ensure managers at all levels in WCGHW have an understanding of the WCGHW Race to Net Zero 50 Action Plan including energy and water utilisation and are enthusiastically committed to achieving the savings targets. The engagements will be in the form of one-on-one meetings, presentations at management meetings, follow-up visits to facilities, webinars and awareness campaigns. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr A Kharwa Tel No: (021) 918-1635 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 24 May 2024 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 15/175 REGISTERED COUNCILLOR: GRADE 1 TO 3 
Cape Winelands Health District 
(Contract Period till March 2026) 
SALARY : Grade 1: R675 450 per annum 
Grade 2: R769 347 per annum 
Grade 3: R868 662 per annum 
(A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs) 
CENTRE : Drakenstein Sub-district 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Registered Counsellor. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Counsellor. Grade 2: A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience as a Counsellor after registration with Health Professional Council (HPCSA) as a Counsellor. Grade 3: A minimum of 16 years appropriate experience as a Counsellor after registration with Health Professional Council (HPCSA) as a Counsellor. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel in the Sub-district and district to consult clients and attend meetings and training sessions. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Proven counselling skills with individuals, groups; set up of evidence-based community interventions; knowledge and/or experience in psychometric assessments, identification of mental health challenges and provide training. Work within your professional scope of practice. Refer appropriately. Knowledge and experience in providing mentoring and supervision of other lay health workers. Able to work independently and in a team, demonstrate good presentation skills; the ability to conduct training; Good intra- and interpersonal skills, maintenance of good professional relations, effective conflict resolution and to be adaptable and innovative in a high-pressured environment. Computer literacy (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel). 
 
DUTIES : Providing preventative and developmental counselling services to children, adults, couples and families including mental health screening of all patients, psycho-education and mental health promotion. Performing supportive psychological interventions to enhance mental well-being on an individual basis, group basis and at community level. Work within the multidisciplinary team and form part of the sub district and district mental health teams. Report writing and providing feedback to clients/supervisor(s) on interventions. Perform clinical administrative duties as keep accurate statistics and conduct training and workshops. Provide supervision, mentoring and support to lay health worker and attend regular clinical supervision. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Raynardt/Dr R Gaffoor Tel No: (021) 877-6400 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
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 to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. 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 : 24 May 2024 
 
 
 
 




POST 15/176 OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: GRADE 1 (GENERAL: POSTNATAL, NEONATAL LOW CARE AND KMC) 
Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services 
SALARY : R520 560 (PN-A5) per annum 
CENTRE : Worcester Regional Hospital 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. degree/diploma in nursing and midwifery) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Registration with a professional council: Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirements of the job: Flexibility to perform after-hour and weekend standby duties for the hospital. Willingness to work both day/night shifts, act on behalf of supervisor and/or another member of the nurse management team. Willingness to undergo the required training as prescribed in terms of the Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1996. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Managerial and leadership skills and values aligned with the WCG values: integrity; innovative visionary; catalyst for change; self-awareness and confidence; delegation; critical thinking; accountability; problem solving and decision making. Clinical Governance, staff empowerment and development. Human Resource and Financial Management – including computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Knowledge in general nursing, infection prevention and control and quality assurance. Knowledge in midwifery, neonatology, and TOP. Knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to labour relationships, nursing legislation, related legal and ethical and evidence-based nursing practices, relevant public sector policies and protocols. 
 
DUTIES : Responsible for the coordination and delivery of quality nursing care within the Postnatal unit which includes gynaecology, TOP, neonatal low care and KMC services and related OPD areas. Development, monitoring and implementation of evidence based WCG/SANC/facility policies, guidelines, standards, procedures, and regulations within nursing. Management of human, physical and financial resources – incl. staff performance, overtime, skills development, labour relations and bed management. Effective and efficient functional business unit management – incl. risk management, information management to enhance service delivery and quality patient care. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms VE Rulumeni Tel No: (023) 348-1496 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates could be subjected to a competency test on the day of the interview.
 
CLOSING DATE : 24 May 2024 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 15/177 LECTURER NURSING: GRADE 1 TO 2 (POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA NURSING PROGRAMMES) 
Western Cape College of Nursing 
SALARY : Grade 1: R451 533 (PN-D1) per annum 
Grade 2: R553 545 (PN-D2) per annum 
CENTRE : Based at Metro Campus 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification accredited with the SANC (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife or Psychiatric (where applicable). Post-basic qualification in Nursing Education registered with SANC. A specialist qualification in the following fields, Trauma and Emergency, Peri Operative Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Primary Care Nursing, Midwifery, Orthopaedic Nursing, registered with SANC. A relevant master’s degree (NQF L9). Registration with a professional council: Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse, Midwife or Psychiatric (where applicable). Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years of appropriate/ recognisable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years of appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing Education after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Nursing Education. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel. Possess good communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Possess knowledge of relevant Legislation, Acts, Prescripts and Policy frameworks informing the area of operation. Knowledge of nursing education programmes and curriculum. Proficiency in teaching and assessment in Nursing Education including evaluation approaches. Knowledge of policy development, interpretation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Sound conflict management and decision-making/problem-solving skills. Good research and analytical skills. Good managerial and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Provide education and training to student nurses. Coordinate clinical learning exposure to students between college and clinical areas. Conduct clinical accompaniment of students. Coordinate the teaching and learning and assessment of R635 programmes. Develop and ensure implementation of quality assurance programmes. Collaborate with other internal and external stakeholders and build a sound relationship within the Department. Supervision of students. Participate in the development and review of nursing curricula for Post Graduate Diploma Programmes. Implements the new nursing programmes in line with SANC and CHE regulations. Participate in the provisioning of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities at the Campus. Participate in all governance structures of the College. Support the mission and promote the image of the College. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr Y Magerman Tel No: (021) 684-1202 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency test. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 24 May 2024







POST 15/178 LECTURER NURSING GRADE 1 TO 2: (UNDERGRADUATE NURSING PROGRAMMES) 
Western Cape College of Nursing 
SALARY : Grade 1: R451 533 (PN-D1) per annum 
Grade 2: R553 545 (PN-D2) per annum 
CENTRE : Boland/Overberg, Southern Cape Karoo and Metro Campus) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification accredited with the SANC (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife or Psychiatric (where applicable). Post-basic qualification in Nursing Education registered with SANC. Registration with a professional council: Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse Midwife or Psychiatric (where applicable). Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years of appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years of appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience in Nursing Education after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Nursing Education. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel. Possess good communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Possess knowledge of relevant Legislation, Acts, Prescripts and Policy frameworks informing the area of operation. Knowledge of nursing education programmes and curriculum. Proficiency in teaching and assessment in Nursing Education including evaluation approaches. Knowledge of policy development, interpretation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Sound conflict management and decision-making/problem-solving skills. Good research and analytical skills. Good managerial and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Provide education and training to student nurses. Coordinate clinical learning exposure to students between college and clinical areas. Conduct clinical accompaniment of students. Coordinate the teaching learning and assessment of R635 programmes. Develop and ensure implementation of quality assurance programmes. Collaborate with other internal and external stakeholders and build a sound relationship within the Department. Supervision of students. Participate in the development and review of nursing curricula for Post Graduate Diploma Programmes. Implements the new nursing programmes in line with SANC and CHE regulations. Participate in the provisioning of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities at the Campus. Participate in all governance structures of the College. Support the mission and promote the image of the College. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr Y Magerman Tel No: (021) 684-1202, Ms HM Wiese Tel No: (044) 813 1841 (Southern Cape/Karoo Campus), 
Ms L Srauss Tel No: (023) 814 0090 (Boland/Overberg Campus) 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
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 on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific post-basic qualification with the South African Nursing Council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status). 
 
CLOSING DATE : 24 May 2024 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 15/179 EMS SHIFT LEADER: GRADE: 3 TO 6 
Chief Directorate: Emergency And Clinical Services Support 
SALARY : Grade 3: R317 751 per annum 
Grade 4: R376 596 per annum 
Grade 5: R455 079 per annum 
Grade 6: R558 714 per annum 
CENTRE : Western District, Pinelands (Metropole), EMS
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Grade 3: Successful completion of the Intermediate Life Support (ILS) that allows registration with the HPCSA as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA). Grade 4: Successful completion of the Emergency Care Technician (ECT) that allows registration with the HPCSA as Emergency Care Technician (ECT). Grade 5: Successful completion of the Critical Care Assistant course (CCA) or National Diploma that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Paramedic. Grade 6: Successful completion of the B-Tech Degree that allows registration with the HPCSA as an Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP). Registration with a professional council: Grade 3: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an AEA. Grade 4: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an ECT. Grade 5: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Paramedic. Grade 6: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an ECP. Experience: Grade 3: Minimum of 3 years experience within your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA). Grade 4: Minimum of 3 years’ experience within your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Emergency Care Technician (ECT). Grade 5: Minimum of 3 years experience in your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Paramedic. Grade 6: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP). Inherent requirements of the job: Valid Code C1 driver’s license. Current Professional driver’s permit. Registration with HPCSA as an AEA, ECT, CCA, N. Dip or ECP. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent knowledge of all levels of emergency care protocols. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Report writing skills. Computer literacy in the MS Office package. 
 
DUTIES : Effective pre-hospital Emergency Medical Care and response to incidences when required. Ensure effective supervision and maintenance of emergency vehicles and equipment in line with the Financial and Fleet directives. Ensure effective report writing with regard to accident and incident reports and loss and theft control incidents. Ensure effective communication with regard to patients, colleagues, other services and members of the Public. Supervise and manage rostered shifts and personnel in line with People Management policies and practices. Provide effective administrative support to the Supervisor when required. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Lund (District Manager) Tel No: (021) 508-4508 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 24 May 2024 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 15/180 ADMINISTRATION CLERK: FINANCE/ADMIN (ASSET MANAGEMENT) 
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services 
SALARY : R216 417 per annum 
CENTRE : Valkenberg Hospital 
 
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 Supply Chain Management experience in an Asset Management environment. Appropriate LOGIS experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Good verbal and written communication skills. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook). Knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes. Knowledge of the Asset Management Framework, Provincial Treasury Instructions, and National Treasury Regulations. 
 
DUTIES : Maintain and update Asset Register. Procurement of Assets and services adjudicated, ensure all transactions comply with the legislative requirements. Manage Asset movement, inventory update and barcoding. Undertake Interim Financial and Annual Financial Stock takes, reporting of losses, theft, shortages and surpluses. Ensure Disposals of all Assets pertaining to SCM policies and procedures. Compile the monthly, IFS and AFS reporting. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Pantsi Tel No: (021) 826-5921 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
 
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to competency testing. No payment of any kind is required when applying for the post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 24 May 2024