Job Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.Duties and responsibilities:

• Perform professional clinical duties at the Primary Health Clinic.
• Provide HIV counselling and treatment (must be able to initiate treatment after counselling).
• Perform other relevant duties as required by line manager.
• Capture clinical notes on electronic medical system.
• Quality control of clinic.
• Ordering and stock control of medication and equipment for clinic.
• Handle emergencies on campus.
• Assist with first aid services at sport events on campus where necessary.
• Arrange and assist with awareness campaigns regarding health and HIV on campus.
• Coordinate and support students involved in the Peer Education program.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions for Peer Educators on topics of health promotion and prevention.
• Develop training material in line with program outcomes.
• Implementation of prevention programs and initiatives.
• Present information sessions to the campus community.
• Liaise with internal and external role-players.

Inherent Job requirements:

• A Professional Bachelor's degree on NQF Level 8 or Diploma on NQF Level 6 in Nursing (general, psychiatric, midwifery and community nursing).
• Postgraduate diploma/degree in Primary Healthcare Nursing Science.
• Dispensing certificate (attach proof).
• Completed the Nurse Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Therapy (NIMART) course (attach proof).
• Proof of registration at the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Minimum two (2) years' relevant experience in a primary health care clinic environment.
• Proven knowledge of/experience with Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).
• A valid driver's licence (attach proof).

Recommendations:

• Own transport
• Experience working with young adults/students.
• A dispensing license.

CompetenciesKey Competencies Required:

• Results oriented:

- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
- The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

• Strategic thinking:

- The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

• Business Acumen:

- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.

• Leading:

- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

• Building coalitions:

- The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.Required DocumentsPlease ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body.
• A copy of your driver's license.
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:
01 August 2024 or as soon as possible.Closing date:
30 June 2024Salary:
The salary is available on request.Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact or email or . Additionally, kindly contact / / / for assistance.General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at :The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.Additional Information

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