Job Description

Main purpose of the job:

• To support the facility team in supporting DoH to strengthen health systems for quality HIV and TB services and to implement 95 9595 strategies, monitor programmatic performance and support all Wits RHI related activities

Location:

• Tshwane (Sub District 6)

Key performance areas:

• Support sub-district plans to deliver on the activities outlined in the Gophelega implementation work plans for all key programmes at facility and community (HTS, DMOC, MCH, TB, Retention, PSS and ACC)
• Participate in monitoring and reviewing progress on the implementation of the Programme work plans in conjunction with the internal stakeholders
• Support Sub-district/Facilities in improving the 95.95.95 Cascade by implementing data driven interventions
• In collaboration with DoH support health system strengthening activities including periodic assessments (RTCQII, AYFS, ICSM, DQAs, CCMDD Quarterly Assessments, TB mortality audits Quality Assurance etc.)
• Ensure adherence to DOH guidelines through regular file and register audits
• Undertake regular site visits to ensure and support implementation of activities according to planned interventions
• Support institutionalization of the referral system policies
• Support regular data and clinical care improvement activities e.g. Mop up, HAST activity calendar and Festive season plan)
• Support availability and monitor the use of data collection and reporting tools as set out for the program
• Support and guide CBOs with implementation of key Programme activities
• In collaboration with QI Support Sub district/Facilities in improving the 95.95.95 Cascade by using data to identify gaps and develop QIPs
• Conduct baseline assessment to establish HIV/TB Programme needs at allocated sites
• In collaboration with QI department support and create an enabling environment to implement innovative Programme strategies using QI Methodologies as needed
• Conduct regular analysis of underperforming indicators and link with Wits internal team, HAST coordinators and DoH OPM for QI planning and monitoring
• Develop a milestone document with timelines (work breakdown structure) for implementing interventions for successful QIP and ICSM implementation at facilities
• Support DoH QI approaches by actively participating in Sub-district/facility QI meetings (SPMR, Hurdle meetings, Nerve Centre meeting and Data Review meeting)
• Conduct skills audit and identify training needs for both WITS RHI and DoH staff
• Liaise with the WRHI Training Department to address training needs
• Provide ad hoc in-service training at allocated sites as need arises
• Support the implementation of clinical guidelines at the facility level through on-site mentoring support
• Mentor NIMART trained Nurses and ensure completion of POEs and certification
• Provide on-spot coaching, mentoring, feedback and support to non-clinicians at supported sites
• Participate in ongoing mentorship programmes initiated by WRHI and DoH stakeholders
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training by obtaining feedback from stakeholders and/or relevant assessment
• Function as consultant in assisting Wits RHI and DoH managers with all aspects of Health System Strengthening
• Communicate regularly with local collaborators and stakeholders (SI, PHC and Community Managers, Programme Managers, Capacity including QI)
• Provide feedback to internal and external stakeholders
• Compile and disseminate weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to the relevant stakeholders in line with prescribed timelines (Baseline and progress reports, Mentoring reports, Output reports, QIP progress reports, success stories etc.)
• Prepare and support ad hoc reports as required
• Support preparation of key programmatic presentations as need arises
• Compile and disseminate weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to the relevant stakeholders in line with prescribed timelines (Baseline and progress reports, Mentoring reports, Output reports, QIP progress reports, success stories etc.)
• Prepare and support ad hoc reports as required
• Support preparation of key programmatic presentations as need arises

Required minimum education and training:

• Relevant Nursing Degree and Nursing Diploma experience

Required minimum work experience:

• Minimum 5 years experience in Public Health and HIV Management

Professional body registration:

• South African Nursing Council

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:

• Post-graduate Degree or Diploma in HIV Management or relevant field
• Good understanding of quality improvement systems, monitoring and evaluation
• Knowledge of PEPFAR programmes and PEPFAR partners
• Good organisational and administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ordered and systematic in approach to tasks
• Attention to detail, pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making
• Able to prioritize own workload and work towards deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Able to speak other African languages

Demands of the job:

• Overtime may be required from time to time
• Must be contactable after working hours
• May be required to work at sites that are under resourced and operate in a highly pressurized environment

Communications and relationships:

• Maintain effective working relationships with Senior Management and WRHI staff at all levels
• Communicate effectively with all external stakeholders such as donors, Department of Health (DoH), media, medical and academic institutions, community and other partner organizations

TO APPLY:

• Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV
• Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate, and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions
• This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL
• However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful
• Closing date: 22 April 2025
• Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date

Please note:

• WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto
• AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

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