• Reference Number : refs/035715
• Directorate : HAST
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 549 192.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms. Mmakobo Gaegake- Cell Phone No- 082 926 0232

Requirements :

• Basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. A Qualification in Nursing Administration or Health Service Management of at least 1 year duration and is registered as such by Council. A minimum of eight (7) years’ experience appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Two (2) years ‘experience must be directly in the Clinical Vertical Transmission Programme environment including working with the Community-Based Organisations, Non-Profit Organisation and WBPHCOT, ART initiation and patient HIV management will be an added advantage. NIMART Training Certificate and Valid Driver’s license is essential. Good knowledge of Microsoft office applications, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. In-depth knowledge and understanding of the National HIV,TB, RTCQI, PrEP, PEP,EPI,IMCI STI and ART Programme and the VTP guidelines including the Public Finance Management Act . Knowledge of Quality Improvement and M&E implementation approaches/strategies and plans. Experience/knowledge in working with TIER.NET, DHIS and/or other National, routine health information systems and knowledge of DHIMS Policy. Analytical thinking verbal and written communication skills. Planning and organizing skills. Presentation, facilitation, and people management skills (Batho Pele principles). Conflict management. Good interpersonal relations and communication skills. Supervision and control of subordinates. Excellent data management skills.

Duties :

• Facilitate effective collaboration with all Stakeholders and District Management teams in executing Vertical Transmission facility, sub district and community-based activities. Implementation of HAST strategy, plan in line with the 95,95,95 TB and HIV strategy. Provide technical and clinical support on PMTCT/VTP linkage activities including technical support on EID and down referrals from hospitals and CHCs. Offer direct and indirect staff training on DBS and monitor data capturing on all sources of data for reporting purposes the work plans including being part of the multidisciplinary staff training, facilitation of community linkages, adherence support, patient/service flow analysis, and the contribute to the dissemination of the new guidelines, policies, and protocols. Support and monitor linkages to care, especially for EID linkages to care to health facilities, monitor ANC and delivery maternal viral load tests done including infants PCR test and positive until 18 months. Monitor and follow up all reported PCR test and provide analytical report including the outcomes of the mother mentor activities and QIPs on data generated. Work closely with the M&E team to review facility and sub district data and provide feedback to health facilities and sub districts. Implementation of the strategic interventions of improving the Vertical Transmission Programme management. Collaborate and facilitate the development of the Provincial Business plan. Effective monitoring and ensure that resources are adequately allocated at all levels. Maintain professional relationships with all relevant stakeholders. Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Liaise with Districts, relevant sectors, stakeholders, civil society, MCHWN programme, faith-based organisations, traditional practioners and ward-based structures. Liaise with Local Government, different levels of health, community structures to improve service delivery. Perform all other duties delegated by the supervisor/manager.Take part in the Gauteng Province Turnaround Strategy, Primary Heath care engineering. Display High level of organizational, initiative, and problem-solving skills.

Notes :

• 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. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za . NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Johannesburg District Health Services

Closing Date : 19-03-2026

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.