About the Role
The Department of Health is looking for a dedicated Clinical Programme Coordinator Grade 1 to join their team at Saldanha Primary Health Care (PHC) in the picturesque Saldanha Bay Sub-district. This vital role focuses on the coordination and implementation of comprehensive health services, including HIV/AIDS, STI/TB management, and the integration of chronic condition care. The impact this position has on the community cannot be overstated, as it directly contributes to improving health outcomes for various populations, including women, adolescents, and men, making a significant difference in the lives of those who rely on these essential services.
In this role, you will work closely with healthcare facilities to ensure the delivery of quality health services and compliance with established guidelines and protocols. The Clinical Programme Coordinator will also be instrumental in fostering relationships with stakeholders, including non-profit organizations, to enhance the implementation of Community-Oriented Primary Care (COPC) principles. By joining this dynamic team, you will play a crucial part in the ongoing development of health services and the overall well-being of the Saldanha Bay community.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to promoting and protecting the health of all South Africans through accessible, equitable, and quality healthcare services. With a mission to ensure that every individual receives the care they need, the department plays an essential role in public health initiatives, policy implementation, and service delivery across the nation. Working here offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the health sector, where your efforts can lead to substantial improvements in public health and well-being.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate and implement integrated health services at the Sub-district level, including HIV/AIDS, STI, and TB services.
- Establish service linkages for chronic condition management and various health strategies.
- Oversee and support health facilities in adhering to quality assurance policies and standards.
- Participate in skills development and training initiatives to enhance service provision.
- Strengthen internal and external stakeholder relationships to improve health service delivery.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of integrated health services and projects.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- A minimum of 7 years of nursing experience after registration with SANC in General Nursing.
- Valid Code B/EB driver’s license and willingness to travel and work overtime as required.
- Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills, with the ability to work independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Minimum educational qualifications: Basic R425 qualification (i.e.
diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
OR A 4-year bachelor’s degree in nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
(This dispensation is only applicable for posts of Clinical Programme Coordinator where it is an inherent requirement of the post, incumbent to maintain registration with the SANC).
Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel and work overtime when required.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to think strategically and analytically, work independently, as well as the ability to interpret and implement policies and guidelines.
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Job Duties
Coordination and implementation of the Sub-district integrated comprehensive health services i.e.
HIV/AIDS/STI/TB services and establishing service linkages with integrated management of chronic conditions, 1st 1000 day’s strategy, adolescent, women’s and men’s health services and establishing health services linkages on all service platforms at Subdistrict level.
Provide oversight, supervision and support to health facilities with regards to the implementation quality assurance policies, guidelines, protocols, norms and standards.
Involvement with People Development component in skills development and training to support integrated health services provision.
Responsible for the strengthening and coordination of internal and external interface management with stakeholders, including NPOs, to enhance implementation of the COPC principles.
Monitoring and Evaluation of Integrated Health services performance as well as the effective implementation of appropriate projects to improve the integrated Primary Health care services and outcomes in the Sub-district.
