The Technical Head: Health Systems Strengthening and Sustainability is responsible for leading and managing the Achieving and Sustaining HIV/TB Epidemic Control in the Free State programmexe2x80x99s efforts to strengthen health systems to ensure the sustainability of HIV/AIDS epidemic control in target districts
The role includes developing strategies, overseeing implementation, and ensuring that health systems strengthening (HSS/S ) interventions are aligned with the National Department of Health and the funder's policies, and international best practices
The Technical Head HSS/S /S will collaborate with provincial, districts, and local partners, and other stakeholders to achieve the programmexe2x80x99s objectives
Location:
Wits RHI xe2x80x93 Bloemfontein, Free State
Key performance areas:Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement strategic plans for health systems strengthening initiatives across the health programme areas, aligning with organisational goals and priorities, and ensuring prioritization of activities and an effective approach to implementing HSS/S activities to maximize outputs and outcomes
Lead the design and implementation of HSS/S strategies that contribute to the sustainability of HIV/AIDS epidemic control efforts under the Achieving and Sustaining HIV/TB Epidemic Control in the Free State program
Provide technical guidance on health systems strengthening, including service delivery, health workforce
Lead and manage the implementation support for key DoH priority programmes aligned to the HSS/S project in the specified district, such as 95 95 95 HAST Strategy, Maternal Child, ICSM, ICR and PHC re[1]engineering, NACS, and AGL Strategies
Assess the HSS/S project activities, M&E data, and external developments within the field to improve outputs on an ongoing basis using agreed program indicators including operations research indicators
Provide strategic direction and input to address identified gaps at the facility, sub-district, and district levels
Develop and review work plans and other strategic and operational project documents for the effective implementation of the HSS/S project
Identify the needs of the HSS/S project across all programme areas and get the resources required
Provide direction, technical oversight, and training to team members and implementation partners, the Department of Health, the community, and other internal and external stakeholders
Development of the standardised reporting tools by the team i.e. Project charters, CQIP, CLI, and mentorship Tracking tools
Develop mentorship tools and accompany Project teams to sites to provide support and mentorship
Project management
Oversee the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Health systems strengthening and sustainability projects
Ensure the integration of HSS/S interventions with other program components, such as prevention, treatment, and care services
Provide strategic leadership on developing and implementing quality improvement projects and activities at the facility, sub-district, and district levels
In collaboration with Technical Teams develop project tools such as SOPs, technical guidelines, and other documents as required
Document best practices across each programme area's various quality improvement projects and contribute to developing technical publications and other project resources
Strategic stakeholder engagement and Quality Improvement
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including various DOH government programme managers agencies, donors, implementing partners, and community organisations including DOH structures, especially the PHC re-engineering team, including the DCST and WBOTs to support the implementation of health programmes, projects and interventions to improve the quality of HIV and TB services for adults and children
Represent the Achieving and Sustaining HIV/TB Epidemic Control in the Free State programme in national and regional forums on health systems strengthening and sustainability
Ensure effective coordination of CLI and RTCQI programmes to maximize the use of data for decision[1]making
Collaborate with the Wits RHI Implementation Science team to optimize outcomes of identified implementation science priorities
Liaise with the Wits RHI teams and DoH RTC to develop strategies to address capacity building needs needs through training, technical assistance, and other capacity-building initiatives
Advocate for policies and interventions that promote the health systems and improve quality health services
Support the monitoring and the delivery and quality of training at the district and sub-district level
Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, feedback, and support
Participate in ongoing mentorship programmes initiated by Wits RHI and DoH stakeholders
Evaluate the effectiveness of training by obtaining feedback from stakeholders and/or relevant assessments
Support districts, sub-districts and facilities to develop, implement and monitor quality improvement projects
Support the province, districts, and sub-districts to spread/ disseminate best practices to achieve and sustain HIV/TB epidemic control in the Free State
Staff management
Attend to all staffing requirements and administration
Supervise and manage the duties of team members to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relations
Develop a work schedule and process flow for the teams to guide their activities
Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments
Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
Coach and train team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation
Promote harmony, teamwork, and sharing of information
Required minimum education and training:
MBCHB, or Nursing Degree and a post graduate qualification, or equivalent Public Health qualifications
An MPH is an added advantage
A valid driverxe2x80x99s license and own vehicle
Proficiency in MS Office
Required minimum work experience:
At least 7-10 years of experience in health systems strengthening, and project implementation, preferably in the context of an HIV and TB programmes
2-3 years of experience in a managerial position (track record of staff management)
Experience working with government health systems and understanding of health policy and reform
Proven experience in managing large, complex health programs in low- and middle-income countries
Build and maintain effective relationships with senior management and Wits RHI staff at all levels
Ability to communicate effectively with external stakeholders such as donors, the Department of Health (DoH), the community, and other partner organizations
Professional body registration:
Health Professions Council of South Africa or South African Nursing Council, any relevant professional bodies
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:
Strong leadership and management skills
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
A clear understanding of PEPFAR project implementation
Knowledge of national, provincial and district health structures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
A clear understanding of the CLI, CQI, and Standard Treatment Guidelines and policies
Exceptional organizational skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong understanding of the health systems including health delivery, financing, governance, and human resources for health
Cultural sensitivity: sensitivity to cultural, social, and political contexts in different settings
Demands of the job:
National and international traveling and working overtime or over weekends may be required from time to time
Able to work in a highly pressurized environment
Must be contactable after working hours
Communications and relationships:
Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) in English
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels within the organization, as well as all external stakeholders
Work with Institute management, subordinates, and support staff as well as DOH, Civil Society, and Donors
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The closing date for all applications: 02 September 2024.
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