Chief Dietician Grade 1 at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Dietician.
• Registration with a professional council:
• Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Dietician.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as a Dietician after registration with the HPCSA. Inherent requirements of the job:
• A valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB) and willing to assist with outreach and support in Rural East Ecosystem as the need arise. Willingness to work overtime if necessary.
• Willingness to work flexible hours if necessary.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):

Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure and to function independently. Possess strong clinical knowledge and skills, particularly in TPN and managing diseasespecific nutrition support for conditions like burns, prematurity in NICU, HIV/AIDS, TB, malnutrition, and maternal-child health.
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team in managing patients in a regional hospital environment. -Be proficient in therapeutic dietary interventions and nutrition counseling while effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Organizational competence is essential, as the role involves managing clinical, outreach, and administrative tasks, as well as training and mentoring junior and non- dietetic colleagues as the need may be. Adaptability, prioritization, and problem-solving skills are key to navigating resource-limited environments.
• Leadership abilities, especially in managing the clinical need in a regional hospital combined with a commitment to continuous professional development, round out the essential competencies for this role. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.