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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Public Health Medicine)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS71/2023
   Directorate: Violence Prevention Unit
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
A valid driver’s license. Good written and communication skills in at least two or more of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Willingness to work overtime and travel.
 
Requirements:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Public Health.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Design, manage and implement tools and projects to assess/improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of violence prevention initiatives and interventions. Perform project management and report writing functions within the Directorate: Violence Prevention Unit. Provide support to the Directorate: Violence Prevention Unit in terms of data analysis and interpretation, data visualisation, monitoring and evaluation of violence prevention initiatives and interventions. Provide inputs into provincial and departmental planning processes with regards to violence prevention and safety. Management of resources with respect to Financial Management and Human Resource Management.
 
Experience
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Public Health. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Public Health Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as a Medical Specialist in Public Health. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as a Public Health Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as a Medical Specialist in Public Health.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Intermediate to advanced computer literacy. Statistical analysis and data evaluation abilities. Critical thinking and reasoning skills. Policy analysis and writing skills. Innovative problem-solving skills. Project design and management skills. Good presentation and communications skills. Ability to conduct independent research and report research findings to professional and non-professional audience. Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications. Knowledge and understanding of the roles and functions of government (at all levels). Knowledge of intergovernmental relations. Knowledge and understanding of social and cultural dynamics within communities.
 
Enquiries:
JO Arendse on 021 8158612 / N Van Der Walt on 021 8158713.
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be subjected to a practical assessment. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South (HPCSA) Africa as a Medical Specialist in Public Health.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 214 805-R 1 288 095 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 386 069-R 1 469 883 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 605 330-R 2 001 927 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
8/11/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 8/25/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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