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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health 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.
OTHER POSTS
POST 33/267 : SOCIAL WORK MANAGER GRADE 1
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R806 811 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according
to the individual’s personal needs)
CENTRE : Valkenbeg Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or diploma or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Council for Social Work Professions (SACSSP)as Social Worker. Registration with a professional body: Current registration with the South African Council for Social Work Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. Experience: A minimum of 10 years of appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (Knowledge/skills): Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
DUTIES : Develop social work services with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities. Establish processes and systems by building effective relationships with internal as well as external stakeholders, i.e., government as well as the private sector. Facilitate the development, implementation, evaluation and reporting of relevant projects, events and quality improvement plans for Social Work. Compile management reports, interpret and provide relevant data as required. Plan, coordinate and facilitate the continued professional development of self, staff and students. Effective and efficient management of Human Resources, Financial and Physical resources.
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Ellis Tel No: (021) 826-5808
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 may be required to undertake a practical test.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022
POST 33/268 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL MANAGER
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Service
SALARY : R744 255 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs)
CENTRE : Khayelitsha District Hospital, Khayelitsha
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Commerce or Accounting or equivalent qualification. Experience: Extensive and proven experience in Financial Management/Accounting that focus on the key performance Area (KPA’s) of the post. Appropriate Managerial/Supervisory experience pertaining to Finance. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of best practices in procurement in a health environment. Appropriate and proven managerial experience showing leadership, strategic and operational skills. Extensive knowledge of National and Provincial policies and legal frameworks regarding the management of public finances, including treasury regulations and Public Finance Management Act requirements. Excellent communications and conflict management skills. Proven computer literacy with proficiency in (i.e. MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to work in a Multidisciplinary team.
DUTIES : Engage with and live out the core values of the Western Cape department of Health. Pro-active management and maintenance of the expenditure and revenue budgets of the hospital. Implementation and support in respect of the cost centres’ financial management and accounting responsibilities. Ensuring timely and accurate financial and management information required for strategic decision-making. Understanding and implementation of financial management best practices. Ensuring effective and efficient financial control measures and internal control systems including overtime and agency. Assistance with and development of revenue generation opportunities and overseeing effective revenue collection and debt control. Implement internal controls to ensure compliance with standing financial regulations and instructions. Manage the information management function Khayelitsha District Hospital. Ensure implementation of relevant policies. Ensure an integrated financial management budgeting and procurement system and render support to the PHC facilities as hub hospital. Effective management of the Supply Chain Management process including warehousing and financing as well as Asset Management and ensuring compliance with PFMA and applicable regulations. Effective and efficient management of Patient Administration (Information Management, Admissions, Hospital fees, Ward Administration Clerks, helpdesk and IT supporting. Responsible for HR Management of personnel in the divisions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Binza Tel No: (021) 360-4520
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/269 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH SUPPORT (DISEASE OUTBREAK
RESPONSE)
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
SALARY : R382 245 per annum
CENTRE : Directorate: Service Priorities Coordination, Communicable Disease Control (CDC)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three-year health related Diploma or Degree. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to travel. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Experience: Appropriate experience in disease outbreaks and response, epidemiology, infection control and data management. Appropriate Managerial and operational experience in health programmes. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Technical knowledge and expertise in disease surveillance and/or public health. Ability and willingness to work flexibly as part of a team. Project management skills. Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Knowledge of the Notifiable Medical Conditions, health legislation, disease surveillance and outbreak response policies. Sound verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
DUTIES : Produce situational analysis reports, strategic plans, guidelines, and SOPs on Notifiable Medical Conditions (NMCs) and disease outbreaks. To investigation, document, and follow-up NMCs and coordinate responses to incidents/clusters/outbreaks. Assist in managing disease outbreak databases (collection, collation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting). Conduct training to improve the capacity of healthcare workers to detect notifiable medical conditions, priority vaccine preventable diseases and outbreak investigations. Conduct site visits at hospitals and record reviews. Maintain provincial outbreak response teams’ database, incidents/cluster/ outbreak register. Fulfil secretariat functions for the provincial CDC stakeholders committee. Monitoring and Evaluation of the programme.
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Lawrence Tel No: (021) 483-9964/ (021) 830-3727
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/267 : SOCIAL WORK MANAGER GRADE 1
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R806 811 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according
to the individual’s personal needs)
CENTRE : Valkenbeg Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or diploma or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Council for Social Work Professions (SACSSP)as Social Worker. Registration with a professional body: Current registration with the South African Council for Social Work Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. Experience: A minimum of 10 years of appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (Knowledge/skills): Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
DUTIES : Develop social work services with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities. Establish processes and systems by building effective relationships with internal as well as external stakeholders, i.e., government as well as the private sector. Facilitate the development, implementation, evaluation and reporting of relevant projects, events and quality improvement plans for Social Work. Compile management reports, interpret and provide relevant data as required. Plan, coordinate and facilitate the continued professional development of self, staff and students. Effective and efficient management of Human Resources, Financial and Physical resources.
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Ellis Tel No: (021) 826-5808
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 may be required to undertake a practical test.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022
POST 33/268 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL MANAGER
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Service
SALARY : R744 255 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs)
CENTRE : Khayelitsha District Hospital, Khayelitsha
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Commerce or Accounting or equivalent qualification. Experience: Extensive and proven experience in Financial Management/Accounting that focus on the key performance Area (KPA’s) of the post. Appropriate Managerial/Supervisory experience pertaining to Finance. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of best practices in procurement in a health environment. Appropriate and proven managerial experience showing leadership, strategic and operational skills. Extensive knowledge of National and Provincial policies and legal frameworks regarding the management of public finances, including treasury regulations and Public Finance Management Act requirements. Excellent communications and conflict management skills. Proven computer literacy with proficiency in (i.e. MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to work in a Multidisciplinary team.
DUTIES : Engage with and live out the core values of the Western Cape department of Health. Pro-active management and maintenance of the expenditure and revenue budgets of the hospital. Implementation and support in respect of the cost centres’ financial management and accounting responsibilities. Ensuring timely and accurate financial and management information required for strategic decision-making. Understanding and implementation of financial management best practices. Ensuring effective and efficient financial control measures and internal control systems including overtime and agency. Assistance with and development of revenue generation opportunities and overseeing effective revenue collection and debt control. Implement internal controls to ensure compliance with standing financial regulations and instructions. Manage the information management function Khayelitsha District Hospital. Ensure implementation of relevant policies. Ensure an integrated financial management budgeting and procurement system and render support to the PHC facilities as hub hospital. Effective management of the Supply Chain Management process including warehousing and financing as well as Asset Management and ensuring compliance with PFMA and applicable regulations. Effective and efficient management of Patient Administration (Information Management, Admissions, Hospital fees, Ward Administration Clerks, helpdesk and IT supporting. Responsible for HR Management of personnel in the divisions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Binza Tel No: (021) 360-4520
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/269 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH SUPPORT (DISEASE OUTBREAK
RESPONSE)
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
SALARY : R382 245 per annum
CENTRE : Directorate: Service Priorities Coordination, Communicable Disease Control (CDC)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three-year health related Diploma or Degree. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to travel. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Experience: Appropriate experience in disease outbreaks and response, epidemiology, infection control and data management. Appropriate Managerial and operational experience in health programmes. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Technical knowledge and expertise in disease surveillance and/or public health. Ability and willingness to work flexibly as part of a team. Project management skills. Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Knowledge of the Notifiable Medical Conditions, health legislation, disease surveillance and outbreak response policies. Sound verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
DUTIES : Produce situational analysis reports, strategic plans, guidelines, and SOPs on Notifiable Medical Conditions (NMCs) and disease outbreaks. To investigation, document, and follow-up NMCs and coordinate responses to incidents/clusters/outbreaks. Assist in managing disease outbreak databases (collection, collation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting). Conduct training to improve the capacity of healthcare workers to detect notifiable medical conditions, priority vaccine preventable diseases and outbreak investigations. Conduct site visits at hospitals and record reviews. Maintain provincial outbreak response teams’ database, incidents/cluster/ outbreak register. Fulfil secretariat functions for the provincial CDC stakeholders committee. Monitoring and Evaluation of the programme.
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Lawrence Tel No: (021) 483-9964/ (021) 830-3727
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/270 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH SUPPORT (EPI DISEASE SURVEILLANCE)
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
SALARY : R382 245 per annum
CENTRE : Directorate: Service Priorities Coordination
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three-year health-related Diploma or Degree. Experience: Appropriate experience in disease surveillance, epidemiology and information management. Appropriate Managerial and operational experience in health programme. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to travel. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills). Technical expertise in surveillance or public health or epidemiology. Ability and willingness to work flexibly as part of a team. Project management skills. Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Knowledge of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI), health legislation, and disease surveillance and outbreak response policies. Sound verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
DUTIES : Produce situational analysis reports, strategic plans, guidelines and SOPs on vaccine-preventable diseases. To investigate, document and follow up on the priority Vaccine Preventable diseases reported and coordinate responses to outbreaks. Manage vaccine-preventable disease databases (collection, collation, analysis, interpretation and reporting). Conduct training to improve the capacity of healthcare workers to detect notifiable medical conditions and priority vaccine-preventable diseases/conditions. Conduct site visits at hospitals and record reviews for vaccine-preventable diseases. Monitoring and Evaluation of the programme and EPI disease surveillance.
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Lawrence Tel No: (021) 483-9964 or 021 830-3727
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/271 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH SUPPORT (G2G PROVINCIAL SUPPORT TB (X3 POSTS)
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R382 245 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of service benefits.
CENTRE : Directorate: Service Priorities Coordination (Government to Government, Rural Health Services George, Metro Health Services and Provincial Office)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree in Health Science or Related Field. Experience: Appropriate experience in Health Sector TB, Primary Health Care Systems, local and National Health management. Appropriate experience in the Monitoring and Evaluation of Programmes. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Driver’s license. Willingness to travel to the districts and national office (DOH). Competencies (knowledge/skills). Knowledge and skills in designing tools, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of prevention & treatment TB programmes and the 909090 Framework. Good written and communication and presentation skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Be familiar with the legal, policy, managerial and clinical aspects of public health programmes/interventions and services. Advanced computer literacy in MS Office.
DUTIES : Responsible for the overall management and coordination of the TB component related to the Government-to-Government agreement milestones and activities. Responsible for the management of the Grant requirements by developing, monitoring and evaluation of activities to ensure effectiveness of the TB G2G project. Monthly meetings and regular engagement with donor funded NPO’s conducting TB activities. Responsible for inter-sectoral collaboration and support to the NPO’s and SPC Directorate regarding social capital planning and funding. Responsible for providing the analysed quarterly and annual M&E reports on TB data to evaluate the outcomes of the TB G2G project. Support and regular feedback to the Deputy Director: Professional Support to improve processes and mechanisms on the scalability of TB G2G objectives and activities.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Zyl Tel No: 021-815-8706
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/272 : SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: AUDITOR (BILLING SYSTEM SUPPORT)
Directorate: Management Accounting
SALARY : R321 543 per annum
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town based at Stikland Hospital Office)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year Diploma / or 3 - year Degree in a health-related field (or equivalent), registerable with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) or South African Nursing Council (SANC). Experience: Appropriate knowledge of clinical/ diagnostic procedures, clinical diagnoses and treatment plans and the application thereof. Appropriate working experience in a clinical environment. Appropriate working knowledge of the private or public sector Health Care environment. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid unendorsed (Code B/EB) driver’s License. Willingness to travel on a regular basis away from workplace to visit Healthcare Facilities that fall under the Western Cape Department of Health. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Working Knowledge of the Uniform Patient Fee Schedule, Hospital Fees Policies and Procedures and the application thereof. Ability to interpret and apply financial policies, procedures, and prescripts. Ability to work independently and within a team and able to liaise at a high level. Ability to critically analyse data. Excellent people, technical and conceptual skills, and the ability to represent the Department with confidence in engagements with internal and external clients, as well as other Departmental Institutions. Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
DUTIES : Prepare audit documentation and invoices for scheduled audit as well as to liaise with institutions to finalize audit requirements. Conduct evaluations with regard to the implementation, execution and application of the Hospital Fees Policies and Procedures (UPFS) in order to determine the risks and to minimize such risks at the Hospital Fees Components of institutions in accordance with a predetermined evaluation programme. Compile and complete Audit reports timeously. Provide support at institutions with queries relating to the Uniform Patient Fee Schedule.
ENQUIRIES : Ms K Maritz at 083 686-1923
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 must be prepared to complete a competency test as part of the evaluation process.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022
POST 33/273 : PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R261 372 per annum
CENTRE : Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub-structure Office
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 (a certificate of completion should be provided). Qualifications on a higher NQF level may also be accepted on condition that the subjects of the qualification align to the functions as per the attached job description. Experience: Appropriate experience in rendering a support service to senior management. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (Knowledge/skills): Computer skills – intermediate to advance (MS Office). Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Excellent interpersonal, time management, office management and organisational skills.
DUTIES : Render a secretarial service to the Sub-structure Director. Provide a receptionist support service to the Sub-structure management. Render administrative support to the Sub-structure management. Manage the diary of the Sub-structure director. Responsible and co-ordinate the director’s meetings i.e. logistics arrangements and venues. Support the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget. Study the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts.
ENQUIRIES : Mr JA Kruger Tel No: (021) 360-4623
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/270 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH SUPPORT (EPI DISEASE SURVEILLANCE)
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
SALARY : R382 245 per annum
CENTRE : Directorate: Service Priorities Coordination
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three-year health-related Diploma or Degree. Experience: Appropriate experience in disease surveillance, epidemiology and information management. Appropriate Managerial and operational experience in health programme. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to travel. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills). Technical expertise in surveillance or public health or epidemiology. Ability and willingness to work flexibly as part of a team. Project management skills. Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Knowledge of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI), health legislation, and disease surveillance and outbreak response policies. Sound verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
DUTIES : Produce situational analysis reports, strategic plans, guidelines and SOPs on vaccine-preventable diseases. To investigate, document and follow up on the priority Vaccine Preventable diseases reported and coordinate responses to outbreaks. Manage vaccine-preventable disease databases (collection, collation, analysis, interpretation and reporting). Conduct training to improve the capacity of healthcare workers to detect notifiable medical conditions and priority vaccine-preventable diseases/conditions. Conduct site visits at hospitals and record reviews for vaccine-preventable diseases. Monitoring and Evaluation of the programme and EPI disease surveillance.
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Lawrence Tel No: (021) 483-9964 or 021 830-3727
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/271 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HEALTH SUPPORT (G2G PROVINCIAL SUPPORT TB (X3 POSTS)
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R382 245 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of service benefits.
CENTRE : Directorate: Service Priorities Coordination (Government to Government, Rural Health Services George, Metro Health Services and Provincial Office)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree in Health Science or Related Field. Experience: Appropriate experience in Health Sector TB, Primary Health Care Systems, local and National Health management. Appropriate experience in the Monitoring and Evaluation of Programmes. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Driver’s license. Willingness to travel to the districts and national office (DOH). Competencies (knowledge/skills). Knowledge and skills in designing tools, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of prevention & treatment TB programmes and the 909090 Framework. Good written and communication and presentation skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Be familiar with the legal, policy, managerial and clinical aspects of public health programmes/interventions and services. Advanced computer literacy in MS Office.
DUTIES : Responsible for the overall management and coordination of the TB component related to the Government-to-Government agreement milestones and activities. Responsible for the management of the Grant requirements by developing, monitoring and evaluation of activities to ensure effectiveness of the TB G2G project. Monthly meetings and regular engagement with donor funded NPO’s conducting TB activities. Responsible for inter-sectoral collaboration and support to the NPO’s and SPC Directorate regarding social capital planning and funding. Responsible for providing the analysed quarterly and annual M&E reports on TB data to evaluate the outcomes of the TB G2G project. Support and regular feedback to the Deputy Director: Professional Support to improve processes and mechanisms on the scalability of TB G2G objectives and activities.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Zyl Tel No: 021-815-8706
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/272 : SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: AUDITOR (BILLING SYSTEM SUPPORT)
Directorate: Management Accounting
SALARY : R321 543 per annum
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town based at Stikland Hospital Office)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year Diploma / or 3 - year Degree in a health-related field (or equivalent), registerable with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) or South African Nursing Council (SANC). Experience: Appropriate knowledge of clinical/ diagnostic procedures, clinical diagnoses and treatment plans and the application thereof. Appropriate working experience in a clinical environment. Appropriate working knowledge of the private or public sector Health Care environment. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid unendorsed (Code B/EB) driver’s License. Willingness to travel on a regular basis away from workplace to visit Healthcare Facilities that fall under the Western Cape Department of Health. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Working Knowledge of the Uniform Patient Fee Schedule, Hospital Fees Policies and Procedures and the application thereof. Ability to interpret and apply financial policies, procedures, and prescripts. Ability to work independently and within a team and able to liaise at a high level. Ability to critically analyse data. Excellent people, technical and conceptual skills, and the ability to represent the Department with confidence in engagements with internal and external clients, as well as other Departmental Institutions. Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
DUTIES : Prepare audit documentation and invoices for scheduled audit as well as to liaise with institutions to finalize audit requirements. Conduct evaluations with regard to the implementation, execution and application of the Hospital Fees Policies and Procedures (UPFS) in order to determine the risks and to minimize such risks at the Hospital Fees Components of institutions in accordance with a predetermined evaluation programme. Compile and complete Audit reports timeously. Provide support at institutions with queries relating to the Uniform Patient Fee Schedule.
ENQUIRIES : Ms K Maritz at 083 686-1923
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 must be prepared to complete a competency test as part of the evaluation process.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022
POST 33/273 : PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R261 372 per annum
CENTRE : Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub-structure Office
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 (a certificate of completion should be provided). Qualifications on a higher NQF level may also be accepted on condition that the subjects of the qualification align to the functions as per the attached job description. Experience: Appropriate experience in rendering a support service to senior management. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (Knowledge/skills): Computer skills – intermediate to advance (MS Office). Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Excellent interpersonal, time management, office management and organisational skills.
DUTIES : Render a secretarial service to the Sub-structure Director. Provide a receptionist support service to the Sub-structure management. Render administrative support to the Sub-structure management. Manage the diary of the Sub-structure director. Responsible and co-ordinate the director’s meetings i.e. logistics arrangements and venues. Support the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget. Study the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts.
ENQUIRIES : Mr JA Kruger Tel No: (021) 360-4623
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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/274 : PROFESSIONAL NURSE: GRADE 1 TO 3 (GENERAL: INPATIENTS)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : Grade 1: R260 760 per annum
Grade 2: R320 703 per annum
Grade 3: R388 974 per annum
CENTRE Southern Western Sub-structure
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. Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: Appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (code B/EB) driver’s license and a willingness to travel in the district as well as in the province. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and experience in VMMC/HIV/AIDS/STI/TB. Chronic Conditions, Nurse related Surgical Competencies/Practices and Health Programme Policies. Specific knowledge and competency in Male Medical Circumcision would be advantageous. Good interpersonal, collaborative, leadership and communication skills. Solid data management, analysis and interpretation abilities, Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Good report writing skills. Good planning, organisational, project management and training skills.
DUTIES : Provision of clinical services related to HIV/AIDS/STI/TB/VMMC programmes in the Southern/Western Sub-structure area. Support the implementation of VMMC/HIV/STI/TB services, establish linkages with integrated management of chronic conditions, Youth and Men’s Health and related departmental priority strategies. Support the internal and external strengthening of the District Health System, with the focus on the community orientated primary care through relevant policy and strategy implementation. Monitor and evaluate programme goals, targets and performance including the collection, validation and interpretation of data. Manage and support the implementation of quality improvement and quality assurance initiatives.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Y Cottee Tel No: (021) 202-0924
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 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 : 16 September 2022
POST 33/275 : INDUSTRIAL TECHNICIAN - PRODUCTION
Directorate: Health Technology Clinical Engineering, Goodwood
SALARY : R261 372 per annum
CENTRE : Directorate: Health Technology Clinical Engineering, Goodwood
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: National Diploma - Electronics / Electrical – Light Current or Mechanical or Mechatronics or Bio-medical or registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineering Technician. Experience: Appropriate experience in repair, maintenance and installation of Life Support and related equipment or demonstrate an aptitude for this type of work. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s license. Willing to work overtime, stay away and travel throughout the Western Cape Province. Competencies (Knowledge/skills): Excellent ability to fault find and repair down to component level. Practical hands-on experience with repair of Life Support equipment. Computer literate. Good written and verbal communication.
DUTIES : Support the Section Head by completing a task within time limits. Liaising with clients with regards to information and work progress. Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act. Ensuring continuity of service by assisting other Sections, prioritising work and consideration of operational requirements. Admin duties in the Section: Requesting of parts and service via LOGIS system. Maintaining Maintenance Management and internal records. Write reports and assist with specifications. Production: To carry out maintenance, repairs and installation of Life Support and related medical equipment. Visit institutions to maintain service routes and preventative maintenance schedules.
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Njamela Tel No: (021) 590-5013 / Mr L Ngubane Tel No: (021) 590-5010
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 may be required to undertake a practical test.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022
POST 33/276 : ARTISAN ASSISTANT
Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services
SALARY : R147 459 per annum
CENTRE : Paarl Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Grade 10/Std 8 Certificate (or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate experience in a Workshop environment. Appropriate work experience with Artisan Assistant related tasks (i.e. painting, building, carpentry, air-con and refrigeration and mechanical, etc.). Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Perform standby duties and attend to emergency breakdowns. Ability to perform strenuous physical labour. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Conversant with the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act. Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Appropriate experience in Carpentry, Plumbing, Mechanical, Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Systems and other related basic functions of an Artisan Assistant. Supervisory experience. Problem-solving skills.
DUTIES : Elementary maintenance, installation and repair works in the building service as well as exterior works on the premises at Artisan Assistant level. Effective support to Supervisor/Artisan. Training of staff. Manage and assist with the execution of maintenance projects/repairs within the health facility. Responsible for basic administration work as well as completing of job cards. Learn, comply and become knowledgeable with in-house systems and procedures.
ENQUIRIES : Mr G R Abrahams Tel No: (021) 860-2797
APPLICATIONS : The Chief Executive Officer, Paarl Hospital, Private Bag X3012, Paarl, 7620.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms C Appollis
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates may be requested to undergo a practical and competency test.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022
POST 33/277 : GROUNDSMAN
Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numeracy. Experience: Appropriate experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Be able to operate garden machinery (lawn movers and brush cutters). Valid Code (B/EB) driving license, as well as the ability to operate and drive a tractor, would be advantageous. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Gardening skills including landscaping and irrigation systems. The ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
DUTIES : Responsible for maintenance of facility (garden and terrain) as well as bondage of machinery. Ensure that grounds and gardens are maintained (horticultural aspects). Support to the supervisor.
ENQUIRIES : Mr JJ Roberts Tel No: 021) 938-4121
APPLICATIONS : The Chief Executive Officer: Tygerberg Hospital, Private Bag X3, Tygerberg, 7505.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms Z Mtshisazwe
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022
POST 33/278 : MESSENGER (REGISTRY/ARCHIVES AND MESSENGER SERVICES)
Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic literacy and numeracy skills. Experience: Previous appropriate experience as a Messenger in an office environment. Extensive PERSAL experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s License. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good interpersonal relationships. Ability to communicate with people on all levels. Ability to handle information as confidential and function independently. Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Sound knowledge and experience in the handling of mail.
DUTIES : Render general messenger service. Delivering and collecting of posts at the post office. Collecting, and distributing of documents and mail on different floors. Collect and deliver printing works.
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Mentor Tel No: (021) 938-4224
APPLICATIONS : The Chief Executive Officer: Tygerberg Hospital, Private Bag X3, Tygerberg, 7505.
FOR ATTENTION Ms Z Mtshisazwe
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
CLOSING DATE : 16 September 2022