Job Vacancies at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Information Technology. A minimum of five (5) years experience at senior managerial level in Information Technology. Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s licence (Code 08). Computer literacy in Microsoft Software applications.

DUTIES :

• Develop and facilities the implementation of Integrated Management, Information Master Plan for the Department of Health to adequately support the objectives of the Strategic and Service Transformation Plans of the Department. Oversee the provisioning of fully compatible hardware and software solutions for the Department inclusive of the management of the SLA with SITA and user support services. Promote the utilisation of e-solutions in the department and the development of IT skills within the department. Develop Information Management Policies and maintain user and data security. Monitor and evaluate on a continuous basis compliance with policy system standards and norms. Represent the department at the GITO Council. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A degree/advanced diploma in a health related field, registration with relevant professional council. A degree/diploma in health management OR a degree/advanced diploma in a management field. At least 5 (five) years management experience in the health sector. Experience as a health service manager or significant experience in management in a health service environment. Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s license (Code 08).

NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview.

DUTIES :

• Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic plan for the Hospital to ensure that it is in line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plans. Financial Management: Maximise revenue through collection of all income due to the Hospital, ensure that adequate policies, systems and procedure are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources, planning of financial resource mobilisation, monitoring and evaluation, asset and risk management. Facility Management: Ensure business support and systems to promote optimal management of the institution as well as optimal service delivery, ensure that systems and procedures are in place to ensure planning and timeous maintenance of facilities and equipment. Human Resource Management: Develop, implement and maintain human resource management policies and guidelines, systems and procedures that will ensure effective and efficient utilisation of human resources, promote a safe and healthy working environment through compliance with relevant legislation including occupation health and safety committees. Ensure continuous development and training of personnel and implement monitoring and evaluation of performance. Procurement and Management of Equipment and Supplies: Implement a procurement and provisioning system that is fair, transparent, competitive and cost effective in terms of provincial delegated authority and in line with the PFMA, ensure that goods and services are procured in a cost effective timely manner. Clinical and Corporate Governance: Oversee clinical governance to ensure high standards of patient care, establish community networks and report to the Hospital.
• Responsible for corporate governance inclusive of infrastructure planning and maintenance as well as occupational health and safety, manage the institution’s risk to ensure optimal achievement of health outcomes. Please note that the CEO will also be responsible for all Health Services within the catchment are including PHC Clinics and Outreach Services. Accelerate implementation of PHC re – engineering. Provide overnight for reduction and management of the burden of disease for better health outcomes. Achieve universal health courage, access to quality essential medicines and vaccines for all KZN citizens.