Department of Health
Salary band
R 571 161
Closing date
31 August 2026
Reference
AMAJ08/2026
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Department
Department of Health
Location
Amajuba Health District Office
Salary
R571 161 per annum, (an all- inclusive salary package). Other Benefits: Medical Aid Optional, Home Allowance – Employee must meet prescribed requirements and 13 th Cheque.
Requirements
An appropriate B Degree / National Diploma or equivalent qualification in nursing. Minimum of 9 years of appropriate/recognizable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience. Current registration with SANC. Valid Driver’s License (Minimum Code EB). Computer Literacy. Current and previous work experience endorsed by Human Resources validating the above experience. Experience At least one (01) year experience in Supervision/Management OR. One (01) year qualification in Infection Prevention and Control from a recognizable institution of higher learning. Knowledge, Skills, Behavioural Attributes And Competencies Required Report writing abilities. Financial Management skills. Empathy and counselling skills ana knowledge. Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Project management skills. Ability to make independent decisions. An understanding of the challenges facing the public sector. An ability to prioritize issues and other work-related matters and to comply with timeframes. Proven initiative, decisiveness and the ability to acquire new knowledge swiftly.
Duties
Plan, develop and implement an infection prevention and control program in keeping with the IPC standards. Monitor implementation of the National Infection Prevention and Control Strategic Framework. Train and capacitate employees of Infection Prevention and Control practices to develop the necessary insight and sustain an environment conducive to Infection Prevention and Control needs. Organize regular Infection Prevention and Control committee meetings and document the proceedings. Ensure the adherence / supervision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing for employees and members of the public when needed. Support facilities in the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures in pertaining to IPC waste management, environmental health, cleaning as well as decontamination of medical devices. Participate in annual ICRM/IHRM and IPC 182 Risk assessments to ensure adherence to IPC standards. Capacitate facility IPC champions and schedule quarterly meetings to identify gaps within the IPC program. Monitor facility compliance with conducting awareness campaigns as per WHO and National Department of Health calendar.
Enquiries
Mr. M.S. Nzuza at 078 134 0548
Notes
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83). This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za. Application form (Z83) must be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applicants are not required to submi
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 571 161. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.
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