Jobs at Western Cape Blood Service

Description

• Are you a unique, self-motivated and disciplined nurse?
• Do you pride yourself on your precise skills and work accuracy?
• Are you passionate about helping people and want to make a difference?
• If so Western cape Blood services wants you.
• We are a non-profit organisation, our mission is to collect, process and distribute blood and blood products of the highest standards in the Western Cape.
• Vacancy exists for a Professional Nurse – Donor Division Department
• (Paterson Grade C2) 

Purpose of the Job

• The overall health & safety of the donor
• Medically screen donors, accepts or defers resulting in the collection of safe blood
• Ensuring professionalism and safe, hygienic conditions for performing successful blood collection
• All medical related decisions

Requirements
Minimum Requirements

• Matric Certificate
• Minimum of a Diploma in Nursing Science
• Registered with the SA Nursing Council
• Venepuncture/Phlebotomy experience is essential
• Previous Blood Transfusion experience would be an added advantage
• Computer Literate
• A code 8 driver’s license without endorsements will be an added advantage

A combination of the following skills, knowledge and attributes is required:

• Good interpersonal skills
• Have a friendly disposition and willingness to “go the extra mile”
• Accuracy in data collection
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• Skilled in customer services and the ability to deal with the public
• Previous supervisory skill would be an added advantage
• The working hours are variable i.e. shift basis, including Weekends and public holidays
• As part of the recruitment and selection process, you may be required to complete a psychometric assessment.

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Description

• Make a difference every day by becoming part of an organisation that saves lives.
• The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the collection, processing, and distribution of blood and blood products of the highest quality throughout the Western Cape.
• We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Officer to join our dynamic Human Resources team.
• In this role, you will be responsible for supporting HR operations, including systems administration, employee benefits, payroll input, and recruitment coordination.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Time and Attendance system
• Manage and support the Employee Self-Service (ESS) platform
• Coordinate recruitment and offboarding processes
• Compile and submit monthly payroll instructions and supporting documentation
• Administer employee benefits, including pension fund, medical aid, and gap cover
• Maintain accurate HR records and prepare HR-related reports

Requirements
Minimum Requirements

• Matric Certificate
• 3 years National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources
• An unendorsed driver’s licence
• 2 years’ experience in Human Resources environment
• Knowledge of computerised HR systems and data bases
• Computer literacy particularly in Microsoft Excel
• Own reliable transport

A combination of the following skills, knowledge and attributes is required:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• High attention to detail and a sense of accountability
• Proactive with strong problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team