About the Role
The Hanover Park Community Health Centre is seeking a dedicated Facility Manager to enhance its primary health care services within the Klipfontein geographic area, located in Cape Town, South Africa. This pivotal role focuses on community-based services and Community Orientated Primary Care (COPC), ensuring that the health needs of the local population are met with compassion and efficiency. As a Facility Manager, you will lead strategic and operational planning, coordinate essential health services, and collaborate with various stakeholders to foster a healthier community. Your work will not only impact the lives of individuals but also contribute to the overall well-being of the neighbourhood.
This role is crucial for the community as it addresses health care challenges, promotes preventive care, and strengthens the public health infrastructure. By managing resources, overseeing staff performance, and ensuring adherence to health policies, you will play a vital part in delivering quality health services that are accessible to all residents in Hanover Park and its surroundings.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to improving the health status of all South Africans through effective health service delivery. With a focus on community health initiatives, the department’s mission is to enhance the quality of life by providing comprehensive, accessible, and efficient health care services. Working within this department means being part of a team that values public service and is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the management of primary health care services and community-based initiatives.
- Coordinate strategic and operational planning within the designated geographic area.
- Manage financial resources, supply chain, and human resources effectively.
- Ensure high-quality management of health services, including occupational health and safety standards.
- Engage with community stakeholders and foster collaboration for improved health outcomes.
- Conduct performance evaluations and facilitate staff training and development.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant three-year National Diploma or Degree.
- Proven managerial experience in an NGO, private sector, or state organization.
- A valid Code B/EB driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the area.
- Strong leadership skills and experience in health management.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to manage relationships effectively.
- Knowledge of public health sector regulations, legislation, and policies.
- Proficiency in computer applications relevant to health management.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate three-year National Diploma or Degree.Experience: Appropriate experience in a managerial position in a NGO, private organisation or the state sector.
Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
Willingness to travel in the Sub-structure to consult clients, attend and conduct meetings and training sessions.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Leadership abilities within health management experience.
Good interpersonal and people management skills.
Knowledge of Public Health Sector regulations, legislation and policies, Corporate services, Supply chain management, Human Resource and Labour Relations management.
Computer literacy.
Job Duties
Management of a Primary Health Care service (including community- based services) and Community Orientated Primary Care (COPC) within the Klipfontein geographic area.Strategic, operational planning and coordination and management of the service for the designated geographic area.
Sound Financial, Supply Chain and Human Resource management including Staff Performance management system and Labour relations.
Quality management, 178 Occupational Health and Safety and Infection control prevention in the primary health care service within the designated geographic area.
Manage the relevant community and other appropriate stakeholder engagements, liaison and networking.
