UMKHANYAKYDE HEALTH DISTRICT Private Bag X 026 JOZINI 3969 Next to post office, Jozini Main road Tel.:035 572 1327 , Fax.:035 572 1245 Email.:fana.cele@kznhealth.gov.za www.kznhealth.gov.za Reference Enquiries Date : HRM 4/1 : Mr. F.G Cele : 2014-10-08 TO: ALL HEADS OF DEPARTMENT IN THE KZN PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CIRCULAR MINUTE NO. UMKH 31/2014 The content of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment without delay, including those in Regional /District offices. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for the post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal working places. DIRECTIONS TO THE CANDIDATES 1. The following documents must be submitted: (a) Application for Employment Form (Z.83), which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website – www.kznhealth.gov.za (b) Certified copies of highest educational qualifications – not copies of certified copies. (c) Curriculum Vitae (d) ID copy (e) Copy of a driver’s license (f) Proof of current registration with SANC 2. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z.83 e.g. reference number UMKH 31/2014. NB: Failure to comply with above instructions will disqualify applicants. 3. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: (security checks, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience verifications) 4. Please note that due to the large number of applications anticipated, applicants will not be acknowledged, however, they will be advised of the outcome of their applications, in due course. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department). NB: Due to budgetary constraints, shortlisted candidates will not be entitled to S&T payment for attending interviews CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 24 October 2014 Original signed by: DM ________________________________ The Manager District Health Office Umkhanyakude Health District Office uMnyango Wezempilo . Departement van Gesondheid Fighting Disease, Fighting Poverty, Giving Hope POST COMPONENT CENTRE REFERENCE NO. NO.OF POST SALARY PACKAGE : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (INFECTION CONTROL) (LEVEL10) : HEALTH SERVICE DELIVERY: M&E : UMKHANYAKUDE HEALTH DISTRICT OFFICE : UMKH 31/2014 : 01 : R 404 700 PER ANNUM PLUS 13TH CHEQUE, HOUSING ALLOWANCE, MEDICAL AID (OPTIONAL) EMPLOYEE MUST MEET PRESCIBED CONDITIONS) RURAL ALLOWANCE PAID ON BASIS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST5       B. Degree/ National Diploma in Health Science One year post basic qualification in curative skills in PHC. Current registration with South African Nursing Council A minimum of 9 years appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse of which 5 years of the period must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care of which At least one year must be in infection Control environment. Valid Code EB Driver’s License Proof of current and previous work experience endorsed and stamped by HR must be attached. RECOMMENDATION  One year experience must be in infection control environment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, TRAINING AND COMPETENCES REQUIRED      Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Ability to make independent decisions An understanding of the challenges facing the public health sector Ability to prioritise issues and other work related matters and to comply with time frames. High levels of accuracy. KEY PERFOMANCE AREAS      Monitor Infection Control indicators using identification tools and report on matters arising. Train and develop employees in infection Control practices to develop the necessary insight to sustain a climate sensitive to Infection Control needs. Conduct inspections to ensure that infection Control plans are developed and thoroughly implemented. Manage the establishment and training of infection Control Committees at health facilities. Interact with external health accreditation representatives to identify areas for improvement. ENQUIRIES : Mrs. S.F Mthimkhulu CLOSING DATE : 24 October 2014 Applications to be forwarded to: The Manager District Health Office Umkhanyakude Health District Office P/ Bag x 026 JOZINI 3969 Attention: Mr. FG Cele: Human Resource Manager uMnyango Wezempilo . Departement van Gesondheid Fighting Disease, Fighting Poverty, Giving Hope