WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) drivers Licence and willingness to travel extensively in the province. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and understanding of the National and Provincial Health related legislation, guidelines and other health related policies and prescripts. Proven strategic and leadership capabilities. Programme and project management knowledge and skills Proven knowledge and understanding of Change -, Financial -, People Management and empowerment. Proven leadership capabilities.
 
DUTIES : Strategic leadership, oversight and accountability in respect of the rendering of efficient and cost-effective rural health services in support of departmental service delivery across the five rural districts inclusive of Primary Health Care Services and three Regional Rural District Hospitals (Worcester, Paarl and George Hospitals) within the Western Cape. Facilitate an integrated clinical implementation support service. Facilitate alignment with departmental strategic, policy, planning, Information Technology and assurance management processes. Ensure interface with Facility and Infrastructure Management to facilitate input for planning and implementation. Interface between Macro and Operational Management levels to facilitate alignment regarding departmental clinical strategy, policy and planning priorities, frameworks and protocols as well as facilitation of integrated implementation support for service delivery. Facilitation of the alignment of strategy development, priority setting and implementation within the Rural Districts. Health intelligence support to facilitate alignment with Departmental health intelligence processes and application of knowledge in management decisions for the improvement of services and clinical outcomes in the Rural Districts. Assurance support to facilitate alignment and assurance regarding Departmental processes and actions in support of the improvement of services and clinical outcomes in the Rural Districts. As Top management of the Department actively influences the departmental strategic agenda, processes and decisions with special emphases on Rural health Services. Corporate support across the five rural districts and three Regional Rural District Hospitals within the Western Cape Overall responsible for People - and Financial Management of the Chief Directorate.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr S Kariem Tel No: (021) 815-8708
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 17 September 2021
 
 

 
 
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POST 30/305 : MANAGER: MEDICAL SERVICES GRADE 1
SALARY : R1 173 900 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs. It will be expected of the successful candidate to participate in a system of remunerated commuted overtime).
CENTRE : Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. Experience: A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) drivers’ license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate and proven managerial experience in a Health Care environment, showing leadership, strategic and operational skills. Knowledge and proven managerial experience with regard to managing Clinical Services; Human Resource and Financial Resource Management. Extensive knowledge of National, Provincial and institutional health delivery system, policies and law, governing resource allocations, as well as Medico-Legal matters. Proven skills in quality improvement strategies and implementation thereof. Excellent communication and conflict management skills. Proven computer literacy with proficiency in (i.e. MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) with the ability to understand and analyse statistical and financial information.
 
DUTIES : Overall strategic and operational management, clinical and corporate governance of clinical service departments. Effective and efficient management of Clinical Departments rendering appropriate, comprehensive, equitable, affordable and accessible secondary/tertiary services at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital. GSA participation in strategies to strengthen the regional and district health care system ensuring equity of access to tertiary care for children. Continuous improvement of technical quality, internal efficiency, effectiveness and appropriateness of relevant FBU/s, i.e. ensuring well-functioning clinical centre within available resources. Special portfolios/ projects, which may include data collection, manipulation and analysis. Ensure the highest standards of patient care are maintained and determine policies and practices regarding admission, treatment and discharge of patients within available resources. Provide platform for teaching, training, development and research. Effective, efficient and sustainable human resource management and planning within relevant general specialist and highly specialised clinical departments.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr AN Parbhoo Tel No: (021) 658-5005
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 10 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 30/306 : ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALTY: NIGHT DUTY)
SALARY : R614 991 per annum (PNB4)
CENTRE : Groote Schuur Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse and Midwife. Post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in one of the specialties: Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre Nursing, Oncology, Critical Care Nursing: General, Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency, Orthopaedic Nursing, Ophthalmological Nursing, Nephrology, Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science or Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science. Registration with a professional council: Current registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife. Experience: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 6 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience at management level. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. In-depth knowledge and understanding of nursing legislation, related legal and ethical practices and guidelines, relevant public sector legislation, People Management and Finance policies and procedures. Excellent problem solving, conflict resolution and leadership skills. Ability to work independently and under pressure.
 
DUTIES : Provide innovative leadership, management and guidance in the provision of Services on Night Duty. Coordinate the provision of person-centered care by setting standards, as well as involvement in policy and guideline development. Monitor the standard of nursing care, as well as guidance and participation in improvement projects with regards to quality of care. Effective management of human and financial resources on Night Duty. Coordinate the provision of effective training and research to ensure professional growth and adhere to ethical standards.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Mohamed Tel No: (021) 404-2071
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidate may be expected to undergo a practical computer test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 10 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 30/307 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALTY: TRAUMA AND EMERGENCY)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R562 800 per annum (PN-B3)
CENTRE : Victoria Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse. Post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: General. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, hospital procedures and policies.
 
DUTIES : Efficient and effective management of Service delivery in the Emergency Centre and Short Stay Unit. Planning and implementation of nursing related training /education and research programs. Optimal management of the Budget and Physical Resources. Manage, supervise, guide staff and keep records and statistics as required. Manage assets, consumables, and services effectively. Manage and support education, in-service training, and orientation and practice development initiatives in the area. Maintain professional growth and ethical standards. Infrastructure change and project management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Sr P Hawksworth Tel No: (021) 799-1127
APPLICATIONS: Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 10 September 2021
 
 

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POST 30/308 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE)
Garden Route District
SALARY : R562 800 per annum (plus a non-pensionable rural allowance of 8% of the basic salary).
CENTRE : Dysseldorp/De Rust Cluster
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (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. Post-basic qualification with duration of at least 1-year Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care accredited with the SANC (R48). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife. Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Office). Information Management with regard to PHC indicators. Quality Assurance knowledge. COPC Principles and implementation.
 
DUTIES : Effective integrated execution and management of all clinical programmes (i.e. Acute, Chronic, Woman- and Child Health and TB/HIV/AIDS/STI). Effective management of support services which includes: Information Management with regard to data collection, verification, report writing and submission of data. Human Resource Management i.e. supervision of staff, development and performance management, Finance and Supply Chain Management to ensure effective budgeting and control, control over infrastructure, maintenance and security. Liaise with relevant stakeholders. Effective communication with all levels of service delivery. Facilitation and implementation of COPC.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Matyhila Tel No: (044) 203-7205
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 10 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 30/309 : PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 TO 2 (SPECIALTY: OPERATING THEATRE)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : Grade 1: R383 226 per annum (PN-B1)
Grade 2: R471 333 per annum (PNB2)
CENTRE : Hope Street Dental CDC
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post basic nursing qualification with the duration of at least 1 year accredited with SANC in Medical and Surgical Science: Operating Theatre Nursing. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and proof of annual registration with the SANC (2021). 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 period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience in an Operating Theatre Unit after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to carry small kids. Willingness to work in Operating Theatre and Recovery room. Willingness to assist Dentist in surgery when needed. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Leadership towards realization of strategic goals and objectives of the theatre with regards to emergency and non-emergency operating nursing as well as day patient care.
 
DUTIES : Provide an optimal, holistic, specialised Nursing Care within set standards and within a professional, legal framework as a Professional Nurse in an Operating Theatre. Provision of a quality Dental Service. Periodically supervise and support effective utilization of Human Resources. Effective Supply Chain, Asset and Data Management. Participate in training and Oral Health Promotion activities. Practice Nursing and health care in accordance with the laws and regulations relevant to nursing and health care. Support outreach services done.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Windt Tel No: (021) 465-4017
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: 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 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 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 : 10 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 30/310 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A TO C (ELECTRICAL)
Garden Route District
SALARY : Grade A: R190 653 per annum
Grade B: R224 574 per annum
Grade C: R262 176 per annum
CENTRE : Garden Route District Office (Based in George)
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Electrical). 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: Physically fit and able to perform duties and work at heights and in confined spaces. Work overtime / attend to emergencies, should the need arise, day or night, and do standby duties. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel throughout the Western Cape. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Conversance with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993). General technical knowledge of laundry, kitchen, HVAC systems and basic access control. Good all-round Mechanical, Mild-Steel Arc Welding and Plumbing skills and knowledge and willing perform these duties when and where requested. Ability to do Electrical Fault-finding and repairs down to component level. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy in MS Word and Excel. Able to create & edit basic documents, spreadsheets and graphs.
 
DUTIES : Repairs of equipment, reticulations and plant. Plan, design and execute/supervise new installations and alterations. Do Installations of specialised systems and equipment. Perform administrative and related functions regarding the workshop. Supervise, mentor & develop junior staff and subordinates. Planning & Compiling of Specifications for the procurement of goods & services. Control / supervision over contractors and other service providers.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A du Toit Tel No: (044) 802-4489 or 072 444 3505
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 10 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 30/311 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (ASSETS)
Overberg District
SALARY : R173 703 per annum
CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics and/ or Accounting as a passed subject or Senior Certificate with appropriate experience in the KRA’s. Experience: Appropriate experience in Supply Chain Management environment. Appropriate experience in LOGIS and the IPS. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (Knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the LOGIS System, Asset Management functions and functional experience in obtaining quotations on an electronic purchasing system (IPS). Computer literacy (MS Excel and Word). Good communication skills (written and verbal) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
 
DUTIES : Perform tasks related to procurement administration, such as inviting of quotes on IPS, placing of orders, preparing quotes for Quotation Committee and follow-up with suppliers. Asset Management to be performed in the Overstrand Sub-district which includes proper management of assets pertaining to annual asset count, updating asset register, disposals, capturing of relevant documentation on LOGIS and keeping updated filling of all relevant documentation. Monthly BAS and LOGIS reconciliation reporting. Receiving services and preparing batches for payment. Ensure compliance to all relevant laws and prescripts related to the Supply Chain. Handle all telephonic and written queries from relevant suppliers and end users.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms CE Langley Tel No: (028) 313-5220
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
CLOSING DATE : 10 September 2021