Chief-Director: International Health and Development at National Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• A Grade 12 certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. A qualification in Health Science / Public Health/International relations will be an advantage.
• At least five (5) years’ experience at a senior managerial level in International Relations.
• Proven track record of managing strategic programmes/projects of national scope. Knowledge of Public Service Act, Financial Management Act and Treasury Regulations.
• Understanding of National Health Insurance Bill and National Health Act as well as knowledge of Government protocol, processes and regulations.

DUTIES :

• Strengthen technical capacity of the health sector to improve its health outcome and to harness focused intervention towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
• Support the prevention and control of regional public health risks that threaten South Africa and African population including humanitarian assistance.
• Facilitate participation in various international structures to strengthen bilateral, trilateral relations including multilateral treaties.
• Support the Facilitation of the International Development Assistance and Partnership programme. Advance and coordinate global health agenda in Africa and Middle East, North-South Partnerships as well as South-South relations.
• Enhance knowledge, capacity and research skills on global health. Effective and efficient management of the resources.