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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.
 
Pharmacist Grade 1 to 3
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: WCD92/2025
  Malmesbury CDC, Swartland Sub-District
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.
 
Note:
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 to candidates 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)”. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical test.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Drug Supply management within the Swartland Sub-District. Quality Assurance and Governance of Dispensing. Improved access to medication, including CDU and DMOC. Finance and Supply Chain Management. People Management (in capacity of Delegated Supervisory Pharmacist). Quality Assurance pertaining to Ideal Clinic and National Audits, Data collection and reporting.
 
Competencies (knowledge/ skills):
Good knowledge of institutional pharmacy practices and procedures, including cold chain practices, Good numeric skills/computer literate. Knowledge of Drug Supply Management Principles. Sound knowledge of the EML. JAC/Well Sky dispensing system knowledge. Meticulous and attention to detail. Good communication skills. Strategic Planner and organize tasks. Financial Management. Good People Management and interpersonal skills, team orientated. Service Delivery Innovation. Client orientated and Customer focused. Problem solving and analysis. Mentoring and Tutoring skills. Ability to write SOPs.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as Pharmacist with SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in SA. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience after registration as Pharmacist with SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service. Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 14 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees.
 
Enquiries:
Mr V Fouche (022 487 9200)/Ms T Midgley (022 486 8019)
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist, and proof of current registration.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Willingness to work as a Pharmacist within a multi-disciplinary team at Malmesbury CDC and within the Swartland Sub-District. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook). Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 848,862 per annum, Grade 2: R 917,634 per annum, Grade 3: R 1,001,349 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
5/30/2025 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: 6/13/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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