Job Description

The District Manager is responsible for the effective leading and management of the district team in line with the project objectives, budget and timelines. This includes overseeing, planning, management and implementation of activities by the members of the team, the day-to-day management of all operations and interactions within the project. This position requires a deep understanding of the public health system, public health knowledge, quality improvement knowledge and experience, as well as excellent analytical, interpersonal, organizational, communication skills and the ability to exercise own discretion,, and the ability to strengthen good relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.Technical Work Responsibilities

• Support the integration of TB/DR TB, HIV and NCDs
• Conduct TB/DR TB, HIV and NCDs training needs assessments at the health facilities
• Conduct training related to TB/DRTB, HIV and NCDs management, both clinical and managerial with the intension of improving TB treatment outcomes in the designated facilities
• Collaborate with Community Teams/CBOs to facilitate continuity of care and improve TB/DRTB, HIV and NCD treatment outcomes
• Provide mentoring and technical assistance in the implementation and operationalization of the projects TB/DRTB, HIV and NCDs interventions at health facility level
• Liaison with External and Internal Stakeholders towards achievement of operational goals
• District operations management
• Apply project management knowledge and principles
• Provide guidance to regional management teams to ensure effective and efficient implementation of District operational plans
• Drafting of District operational reports
• Budget management and cost control (with support from Aurum Finance)
• Human capital management - managing diversity among team members

Education

• Degree in Health / Social Sciences/Public Health or other relevant field
• Certificate in Project Management or other management field

Advantageous

• Registration at HPCSA

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years experience in a medical healthcare environment with at least 2 years senior management experience
• Experience in implementation of HIV/AIDS and TB/DR TB clinical and community care
• Business management and/or budgeting and financial management experience
• Project management experience

Requirements

• Valid Drivers licence and own vehicle which you willing to use for work travel if required
• SA Citizen or valid work permit to work in South Africa
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint required
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and write reports
• Experience in stakeholder management
• Minimal/Moderate/Excessive overnight travel (up to 30%) by land or air if required
• Willing to work overtime
• Previous experience working on funded projects will be advantageous

Please Note:Kindly provide current and relevant references for background checksThese appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.Aurum welcomes applications from all persons with disabilitiesWhilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful. All interviewed applicants will receive feedback as part of our continued drive towards people development.Closing date: 22 September 2024

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