CLINICAL PROGRAMME COORDINATOR GRADE 1 (EXPANDED PROGRAM ON IMMUNIZATION AND DISEASE SURVEILLANCE)

Reference Number: refs/056490

Directorate: PRIMARY HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Number of Posts: 1

Package: R571 161.00 per annum

Enquiries: Ms P Ngcobo Tel:0835685673

Requirements

Basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice No. R425 qualification, i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing. A minimum of 7 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse and midwife. Good interpersonal relational skills to work with colleagues and all internal and external stakeholders. Good communication, supervisory and report writing skills. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Valid driver’s license is essential. Computer Skills is essential. Experience of EPI and Disease Surveillance Program (attach evidence of short courses attended (EPI and IMCI)). Current registration with SANC. Good organizational and analytical skills and Supervisory experience will be an added advantage

Duties

Coordinate the program at the Sub District level. Ensure availability and implementation of policies and guidelines related to the program in all facilities. Performs support visits to facilities, conduct audit of records and take remedial action to address gaps identified. Organize and support workshops and campaigns in the Sub District. Coordinate Sub District Disease outbreak team. Monitor cold chain maintenance and usage of vaccines, follow up and investigate AEFI. Monitor Program Performance and participate in Operational plans and research. Provide professional and technical support for the provision of quality services through proper management of the Programme. Perform all other duties that are delegated by Supervisor/Manager.

Notes

Applications should be submitted online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No S&T claims and resettlement allowance will be paid. Applications must be submitted on a new Z.83 form and must be completed in full, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other related documents on application but must submit the Z.83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required / requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the interview. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – Verification (Reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification). The recommended candidate will be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment equity profile will be taken into consideration. Driving and computer literacy will be tested.

Employer: Department of Health

Location: EKURHULENI HEALTH DISTRICT - SSDR

Closing Date: 21-09-2026