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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.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Pharmaceutical Policy Specialist Grade 1 to 2
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: ECSS120/2025
Medicine Management, Laboratory and Blood Services Support

Advanced clinical knowledge including rational medicine use and antimicrobial stewardship. In depth knowledge of pharmaceuticals listed in the Primary, Adult and Paediatric Hospital Levels and Tertiary/Quaternary National Essential Medicine Lists. Sound knowledge of the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974, the Medicines and Related Substances Act 101 of 1965, and the Public Finance Management Act 66 of 1995. In depth knowledge of legislation and national policies relating to Pharmaceutical Services In depth knowledge of legislation and national policy relating to People Management and People Development as it relates to pharmacy personnel Knowledge of financial prescripts and the ability to set up and monitor budgets. Advanced analytical, Big Data management, research, report writing and computer (Full MS Office Suite) skills are required. Advanced training, verbal and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Minimum educational qualification:
Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.

Registration with the Professions Council:
Current registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.

Experience:
Grade 1: A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC. Grade 2: A minimum of 11 years appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC.

Enquiries:
Ms H Hayes, tel. no. (021) 484-5678

Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may undergo a Competency Based Assessment. The pool of applicants may be considered for other vacant Pharmaceutical Policy Specialist posts within the Chief Director Emergency & Clinical Services Support, for a period of 3 months from date of advert provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.

Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Serve as the appointed provincial antimicrobial stewardship champion and perform all related functions to strengthen rational use of antimicrobials in the province. Monitor provincial clinical guideline adherence and develop strategies to improve rational prescribing patterns and patient medicine use. Develop strategies to improve ward pharmacy. Serve as the Secretariat of the Pharmacy Medicine Management Committee (PMMC) to respond to service needs and act as liaison between relevant stakeholders. Support workforce management for the provision of a provincial pharmaceutical service by developing and maintaining staffing norms for pharmaceutical personnel, providing support to People Management in the appointment of Pharmacy Interns, Community service Pharmacists (CSPs) and Pharmacists’ Assistants and managing their orientation and training and perform monitoring and evaluation functions. Manage Skills Enhancement projects for pharmaceutical staff, health care workers and students.

Inherent requirements of the job:
Willingness to travel and stay overnight for extended periods. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.




Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 093 611 - R 1 159 692 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 193 706 - R 1 265 196 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:
10/24/2025 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: 11/7/2025 12:00:00 AM

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