Clinical Program Coordinator: Clinical Training and Development (PN-A5): Regional Training Centre - Bloemfontein (Head Office) at Free State Department of Health

Requirements:

• Matric plus basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174)or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse.
• Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Appropriate Diploma/Degree in Nursing Education with a duration of at least one year accredited by SANC.
• A minimum of 7 years appropriate or recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Valid drivers licence.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. Good understanding of skills development policies , HIV/AIDS management and all treatment policies and guidelines. Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication, interpersonal, problem solving, computer literacy, driving and conflict management skills. Knowledge of key priority health programs and key priority health programs. Knowledge of all clinical programmes, including WBPHCOT programme.

Duties:

• Ensure the implementation of policies and guidelines in the province Develop an annual training plan for the district and province including the relevant stakeholders, according to the identified needs  Coordinate and train personnel according to the training plan, including relevant stakeholders · Participate in the analysis of data on programme indicators and assist in developing action plans to address identified needs.
• Monitor the training progress and compile reports quarterly. Develop good working relationships within the department and with stakeholders. Participate with members of health team in decision-making regarding clinical training
• Consult and collaborate with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest groups. Participate in and represent RTC at various forms. Liaise and coordinate with governmental, non-governmental institutions, other structures and organisations. Attend meetings and communicate on a regular basis with various stakeholders.
• Develop relationships across diverse groups of stakeholders. Participate in the development of the business plan and promote or identify ways containing health care costs without compromising standards. Motivate for relevant material resources. · Manage and control assets.  Develop the business plan in line with the strategic plan.
• Ensure proper implementation of the budget by monitoring, projecting and reporting expenditure. Ensue the spending is maximised in line with strategic objectives. Convene regular meetings for planning and implementation of clinical trainings in the province · Ensure procurement & preparation of material
• Ensure distribution & allocation of material to different Districts · Liaise with District Program Coordinators to ensure that the scheduled training logistics are in order · Implement appropriate training methods for targeted audience