Clinical Program Coordinator: Information and Data Management (PN-A5) at Free State Department of Health

Salary :

R571 161.00 - R 654 285.00 per annum

Salary Level :

Level 9

Advert Type :

External

Employment Type :

Permanent

Requirements:

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse or General Nurse and qualification in Information and Data Management that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council. A minimum of 7 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in Nursing after registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Proof of current registration with HPCSA (2026/2027). Attach proof of working experience endorsed by Human Resource.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proven previous experience and qualification in Information and Data Management will serve as a strong advantage. Good communication and Interpersonal skills. Strong management and leadership skills. Computer literacy. Problem solving skills.

Duties:

• Coordinate and manage the implementation of clinical programmes and projects. Monitor programme performance, targets, and patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with health policies, clinical guidelines, quality standards. Conduct audits and support quality improvement initiatives. Collect, analyse, and report programme data and performance indicators.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork and stakeholder collaboration. Coordinate training, mentoring, and capacity-building activities for healthcare staff.
• Support effective patient care, referral systems, and service delivery. Manage programme resources, including equipment, supplies, and budgets.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for management and regulatory bodies. Identify service delivery gaps and implement corrective actions. Support accreditation, compliance, and patient safety initiatives.