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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.
 
Chief Executive Officer
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: RXH4/2021
  Red Cross War Memorial Childrens Hospital, Rondebosch
 
Minimum educational qualification:
An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) in a Health/Social Science or related field as recognized by SAQA with at least 5 year of experience at a senior managerial level. Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but are requested to register for the course and complete as such as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof. The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and full details can be sourced by following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-coure/sms pre-entry-programme/ . All costs associated hereof will be the responsibility of the applicant).
 
Experience:
Applicants should have a proven, extensive track record in all major aspects of health facility, health service and resouces management. Proven extensive management experience of health services.
 
Enquiries:
Dr S Kariem, tel. no. (021) 483-3482
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Manage the implementation of health services in line with the relevant National and Departmental policies. Manage and Support the implementation of health service priorities. Ensure that quality of care is maintained and improved in line with the National Core Standards. Serve on various internal and external committees and provide input into the development of Provincial policy and strategy on the provision of health/medical care. Ensure implementation of the Provincial strategy for Clinical Governance, inclusive of clinical audits. Establish interfaces with institutes of higher education. Ensure sound relations and a well-functioning health care delivery system in conjunction with referring institutions. Collaborate with key stakeholders within the districts, like other government department, community structure, non-profit organisation (NPOs), local government, and private sector. Develop and implement a communication and marketing strategy for the hospital that is aimed at a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. Co-ordinate the rendering of professional support services (including information management) within the hospital. Manage the corporate services of the hospital i.e Financial-, Supply Chain-, Infrastructure-, and People Management as well as Support Services.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Proven skills and abilities in the financial and human resources management of a health service. General strategic management, project management and capacity to draft and assess operational policies. Good interpersonal skills and self-awareness. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet and email). Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge and understanding of Health Systems. Knowledge of financial and people management. Proven experience in the provision and management of health services. Proven leadership capabilities.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 1 251 183 - R 1 495 956 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs). A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
3/12/2021 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. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’stechnical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct)assessment.

  • 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.
This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
Closing date: 4/9/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
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