The Mpumalanga Department of Health is committed to improve the quality of health and well-being of all people of Mpumalanga by providing needs based, people centred, equitable health care delivery system through an integrated network of health care services provided by a cadre of dedicated and well skilled health workers.
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Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse (2024).
A tertiary qualification in Health Sciences, preferably in Public Health.
A minimum of ten (10 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse.
At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience in Chronic Diseases & Geriatrics as an Assistant Manager.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of the PFMA, the priorities of the Chronic Diseases & Geriatrics and the priorities of the programme. The ability to integrate with other programmes in rolling out and implement the Integrated Chronic Care Model (ICDM) in all PHC facilities.
Knowledge and experience in policy development, strategic planning, financial management, contract and project management, program development, monitoring and evaluation. Experience in conducting training. Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies:
Understanding policies for the management of chronic diseases and geriatric issues.
Strategic leadership qualities. Ability to work under pressure.
Good verbal and written communication and people skills
Duties
To develop policies for Chronic Diseases & Geriatrics.
Develop a provincial strategy that is in line with the National NCD Strategy. Monitor contracts related to the programme.
Develop a provincial strategy that is aligned to the national strategy for non-communicable diseases to improve the life expectancy. Coordinate geriatric issues in the province that includes advocating for services for older persons.
Draw year plans on geriatric services in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Develop strategies for improving access of health services to older persons. Monitor the implementation of relevant policies on older persons.
Provide technical support to NGO’s and NPO that are working with chronic diseases and older person in the community. Provide co-ordinate training to health professionals on matters affecting older persons. Compile reports.
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