• Reference Number : refs/050230
• Directorate : CLINICAL AND THERAPEUTIC SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 664 410.00 per annum (all-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Dr. LR Puwani : Tel No :012 354 1588

Requirements :

• Grade 12 and appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Dietitian. Currently registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in the relevant profession, of which 5 years must be appropriate experience in management. Knowlegde in current health and public service legislation , regulations , and policies. Knowledge in the application of Clinical Dietetics theory , practices , and ethics. Communication skills, report writing skills , decision making skills, analytical skills , presentation skills, human resource management skills , and financial management skills. The ability to work under pressure and cope with a high-volume workload , which might sometimes require working more than the core hours (stand-by duty after hours/public holidays). Academic excellence.

Duties :

• Formulate human nutrition strategies , policies , and plans. Overall management of the Dietetics Department in terms of planning , coordination implementation , and reporting on Dietetics services. Render an experienced and specialized Dietetic services in Steve Biko Academic Hospital. Develop standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with the National and Provincial Strategies. Provide input in the development of national /provincial guidelines , protocols , and policies. Become a committee member of any delegated committee within the hospital /provincial /national. Monitor the implementation of guidelines, protocols , and SOPs. Contribute to the departmental planning, budgeting , monitoring , and evaluation processes. Monitor the proper utilization of allocated financial, human and physical resources. Attend relevant meeting and assume relevant functions as the Dietetics Head of Department. Participate in planning and delivering CPD programs, within the hospital/provincially. Supervise and manage the performance of allocate staff, through the development of job descriptions and employee performance agreement and development plan (EPMDS). Participate in the supervision and training of Dietetic 4th year students. Implement and monitor Quality Assurance through conducting audits , developing, and implementing quality improvement plans, and collating and analysing statistics. Contribute to the development of the Dietetics Department and the Dietetics profession by promoting and supervision of research and other projects in the Dietetics Department. Coordinate and ensure the promotion and marketing of Dietetics service in the hospital and community. To evaluate and ensure that the therapeutic menu complies with quality standards (including all aspects of planning , analysis, production, and portioning) in conjunction with the Food Service Manager. Adhere to and implement all relevant policies, procedures, standards , and legislation.

Notes :

• Kindly note that No payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by theGauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal:http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. Forassistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za.Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable fromany Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.The Z83 form mustbe fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to thecompletion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed.Leave the following question blank if they are not possession of such:” If your profession oroccupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Applicationwithout proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application mustindicate the post reference number on their application. Shortlisted candidates will receivecommunication from HR Unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and otherrelevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). PersonnelSuitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship,social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment.Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medica lsurveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Malesand Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : STEVE BIKO ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 13-07-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.