The Department of Health aims to provide quality health services and ensure a caring climate for service users, implement best-practice health care strategies, create a positive work environment for staff, and provide appropriate and top-quality training for health workers. Our vision is to provide high-quality, efficient and accessible healthcare to transform people's lives. Our mission is to create an effective public healthcare system in Gauteng by ensuring we have the right people, skills, system and equipment to provide the care our patients need to live healthy and quality lives.
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A Matric Certificate, National Diploma or Degree (equivalent to NQF level 6 or 7) in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, Project Management.
A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience of which three (3) years should be at a supervisory level (level 7) preferably in the Health Economics or Financial Management environment or related field. A valid Driver’s License.
Knowledge in Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and other related legislative and regulatory framework.
JOB PURPOSE –
To support the planning analysis and management of health financing and economic evaluation activities.
The role contributes to evidence-based decision making by conducting health economic analysis supporting budgeting and financial planning processes and monitoring the efficient allocation and use of health care resources.
Duties :
Health Economics Analysis - Support the development and implementation of health economic analyses to inform equitable resource allocation and program prioritization within the Department. Conduct cost modelling, expenditure trend analysis, and efficiency assessments across programmes and facilities to support evidence-based planning and budgeting decisions.
Financial Planning and Budget Management - Contribute to the preparation and coordination of Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) submissions, performance-based budgeting inputs, and related financial planning processes.
Policy and Strategy Support - Provide technical economic and financial advisory support to management on health financing reforms, fiscal sustainability, and funding model considerations. Program support, monitoring and evaluation - Analyze program performance and financial data to identify trends, risks, and areas for improved value for money and service delivery efficiency.
Facilitate the alignment of financial planning processes with service delivery priorities, strategic objectives, and Annual Performance Plans. Assist in developing financial forecasting models, scenario analyses, and risk mitigation strategies to support informed decision-making.
Stakeholder Coordination - Coordinate stakeholder engagements and provide technical support on matters relating to health financing, funding reforms, and intergovernmental fiscal processes. Administrative and Compliance functions - Supervise and guide junior staff within the unit, ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks, financial regulations, and departmental policies. Maintain proper documentation and records within the unit.
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