Clinical Programme Coordinator (UNIT of Infection

Overview

Clinical Programme Coordinator needed at Tygerberg Hospital to manage and coordinate infection prevention and control services, requiring a nursing qualification and SANC registration as a Professional Nurse.

Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• OR A 3 year Diploma in Nursing (R171) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) AS A General Nurse.
• (This dispensation is only applicable for posts of Clinical Programme Coordinator where it is an inherent requirement of the post for the incumbent to maintain registration with the SANC).
• Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the South African Nursing Council in General Nursing.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Ability and willingness to perform standby duties as the need arises.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to function independently as well as part of a multi- disciplinary team.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, leadership, decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to function under pressure.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and insight related to Infection Prevention and Control.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy related to IPC within the Public Sector.
• Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards.

Duties

• Responsible for planning, managing, coordinating and maintaining an optimal Infection prevention and control service at Tygerberg Hospital.
• Identify the need for standards, policies and procedures regarding IPC.
• Participate in developing standards and monitor the implementation process.
• Effective management and utilization of resources to ensure operational function in the area.
• Initiate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department.
• Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution.
• Maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self-development.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries: Ms V Dubase Tel No: (021) 938-4000

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical assessment. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the advert for the Post 32/333: Assistant Manager Nursing (Primary Health Care) Nomzamo CDC, Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub- structure, Salary R785 568 per annum Centre: Nomzamo CDC advertised in the Public Service Vacancy 32 dated 04 September 2026, with reference number Post 32/333: Post has been cancelled. Kindly note that the advert for the POST 32/331: Deputy Director: Employee Relations (Dispute Resolutions, Misconduct And Litigation) Directorate: Employee Relations, Salary R 932 292 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.) Centre: Head Office, Cape Town (Stationed on the premises of Stikland Hospital) advertised in the Public Service Vacancy 32 dated 04 September 2026, with reference number Post 32/331: Post must be amended to include driver’s licence. OTHER POSTS