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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: WCD114/2025
  Diazville CDC, Saldanha Sub-district
 
Competencies (knowledge/ skills):
Knowledge of institutional pharmacy practices and procedures, Good numeric skills/computer literate, Knowledge of Drug Supply Management Principles, Standard Treatment Guidelines and Provincial Code List. Experience with JAC/WellSky dispensing system. Meticulous and attention to detail. Good communication skills. Time management, strategic planning, prioritizing of tasks. Financial management and reporting. Good People Management and interpersonal skills, team orientated. Client orientated and Customer focused. Problem solving and analysis. Mentoring and Tutoring skills. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook).
 
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 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).
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Drug supply management within the Saldanha Bay Sub-District. Governance of dispensing practices within sub-district. Ensuring improved access to medication through strengthening of the CDU and/or DMOC. Finance and Supply Chain Management. People Management (in capacity of Delegated Supervisory Pharmacist). Quality assurance through adherence to Ideal Clinic and National audits and data collection.
 
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:
Ms. E Julius - 022 709 7237
 
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 within the sub-district. (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 A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
8/1/2025 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: 8/15/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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