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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Assistant Director: Health Support
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS89/2023
  Directorate: Service Priorities Coordination,
 
Minimum educational qualifications:
An appropriate 4-year degree or Diploma in a Health-Related Field or equivalent.
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience in public health management and/or programme development and community and/ or primary health care services and management thereof.
 
Competencies (Knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy. Project management, Administrative, Research and Financial Management Skills. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge and application of regulations, policies, procedures and indicators relevant to health programmes. Understanding of the District Health System.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs)
Manage and coordinate a high burden and high priority health programme. Examine and appraise health programmes (as required) with respect to implementation status, quality of service, outcomes of programme and burden of disease implications. Ensure the implementation of optimal health control policies and strategies in the province. Develop policies and guidelines in respect to the planning, implementation and monitoring of a provincial prevention, treatment and control programme. Produce quarterly reports and annual reviews of health programme. Participate as key member of the Service Priority Project Team as required to give effect to a health systems response.
 
Enquiries:
Ms Nicolette Henney or Dr Nousheena Firfirey 021 815 8804
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a practical assessment.
 
Inherent requirements
Valid Driver’s licence. Good written and communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Willingness to travel to the districts and national offices.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 424 104 per annum - R 496 467 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
9/29/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 10/13/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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