The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) is an independent body established in terms of the National Health Amendment Act of 2013 to ensure that both public and private health establishments in South Africa comply with the required health standards.
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A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a legal environment which must include contract, vetting, negotiation, drafting and overall management. Must be an admitted Attorney or Advocate.
Analytical, innovative, organisational, administrative and good judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Legal drafting and legislative interpretation. Planning, organising and networking skills. Computer skills in MS office. A valid driver’s licence.
Advantages:
Experience in board support in the public/health or social services/regulatory environment would be an advantage.
Extensive knowledge and application of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No 1 of 1999) as amended and the King Report on Corporate Governance Vol IV (currently Vol V).
Duties:
Provide legal advice to management and the Board of the OHSC. Draft, edit and amend contracts, service level agreements and memoranda of understanding in line with the OHSC policies and procedures.
Conduct legal analysis and research with regards to legal matters pertaining to all units within the OHSC.
Manage and facilitate all litigation by and against the OHSC. Assist the Board Secretary with legal secretarial work.
Manage and monitor the implementation of recommendations by the Health Ombudsman of South Africa towards health establishments and advise the Director: Legal, Governance and Board Secretary and the Chief Executive Officer.
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