Background

The Clinical Laboratory Services (CLS), is a division of the Wits Health Consortium (WHC) of the School of Pathology. CLS’s main purpose is to support the teaching and research activities of the School of Pathology through the provision of laboratory services, diagnostic and research advice and data management support in accordance with the standards of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP). 

CLS is an accredited laboratory and has a comprehensive quality management plan to ensure adherence to GCLP and its accreditation standards ensuring the integrity of clinical laboratory for clinical trial study participant care. CLS has achieved ongoing certifications for SANAS (South African National Accreditation System) ISO 15189 and GCLP Accreditation through the British Qualogy Group and is also inspected by the Division of AIDS (DAIDS) annually 

Main purpose of the job

• Responsible for the performance of laboratory investigations and taking full responsibility for the results produced

Location

• Spencer Lister Building, Braamfontein

Key performance areas

Prepare, run and record laboratory tests results

• Perform instrument and manual tests
• Decontamination of samples
• Read slides under the microscope, quantify and comment (morphology)
• If culture is positive, then follow appropriate procedures for mycobacterial identification and susceptibility/sensitivity testing
• Perform molecular assays

Laboratory administration

• Ensure maintenance is carried out where required
• Monitor and control stock levels
• Monitor and control workflows and turnaround times
• Demonstrate cost consciousness and assists in meeting budgetary targets

Quality control

• Applies and interprets results of internal and external quality assessment tests
• Reports quality-related problems and attempts to solve them and reports to laboratory manager

Storage of specimens

• Log, label and store samples on LDM System

Required minimum education and training

• National Certificate/Diploma in Medical Technician (Microbiology)

Professional body registration

• Health Professions Council of South Africa (Medical technician)

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) courses
• Experience in a Clinical Trial environment will be advantageous
• Must be meticulous
• The incumbent will be exposed to hazardous and infectious samples
• Meeting turnaround times is critical
• Resilience for the processing of the samples in the TB Lab

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in microbiology

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 26 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Background

The Perinatal HIV Research Unit (PHRU) was established in 1996. The Perinatal HIV Research Unit has been involved in research, training, policy formation and advocacy in issues concerning HIV-positive women and their children.

In recent years the work of the unit has expanded beyond the original focus of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, to include treatment trials in adults and children, prevention research, psychosocial research and policy development. In addition, the Unit has developed an HIV vaccine clinical trials unit (HVCTU) and started with HIV Vaccine Trials back in 2001.

The unit is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in the field of research and policy in the area of mother-to-child transmission of HIV. It has also developed a reputation as a leading African research unit for clinical trials in adults and children with HIV, with one of the largest cohorts.

Main purpose of the job

• To perform all administration duties and ensuring the smooth running of the Project

Location

• PHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto 

Key performance areas

• Filing and Photocopying study documents
• Receiving of visitors/clients and referring them accordingly
• Answering and transferring calls to the respective departments
• Capturing study data as required
• Data Quality check
• Responsible for delivery of files, documents, correspondence for study staff
• Organize staff meetings
• Take and distribute minutes
• Manage petty cash reimbursements
• Manage participant travel cost reimbursements
• Book participants follow – up visits
• Stock ordering and maintenance of stock inventory
• General office administration

Required minimum education and training

• Matric Certificate
• Certificate/Diploma in office administration
• Intermediate MS Excel and MS Access training
• Valid driver’s license

Required minimum work experience

• 2-year experience in a similar administrative role, research environment, or data team

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Ability to communicate in at least one local language
• Friendly and positive attitude
• Attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Time conscious
• Ability to work with low supervision

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 26 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.  

Background

The Perinatal HIV Research Unit (PHRU) was established in 1996. The Perinatal HIV Research Unit has been involved in research, training, policy formation and advocacy in issues concerning HIV-positive women and their children.

In recent years the work of the unit has expanded beyond the original focus of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, to include treatment trials in adults and children, prevention research, psychosocial research and policy development. In addition, the Unit has developed an HIV vaccine clinical trials unit (HVCTU) and started with HIV Vaccine Trials back in 2001.

The unit is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in the field of research and policy in the area of mother-to-child transmission of HIV. It has also developed a reputation as a leading African research unit for clinical trials in adults and children with HIV, with one of the largest cohorts.

Main purpose of the job:

• To assist with phlebotomy and other study related duties

Location:

• PHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto 

Key performance areas

• To do study related duties as specified by the protocol
• Complete the case report forms
• Communicate routinely with the study coordinator and principal investigator
• Do proper filing of results and any other study related documents in the relevant assigned place.
• Refer Participants if necessary
• Draw blood from participants for testing.
• Ensure that laboratory kits are always available on site.
• Ensure that blood specimens are taken to the laboratory timeously.
• Ensure that laboratory results are signed by the medical officer and filed correctly.
• Ensure that all participants have informed consent forms and completes them.

Required minimum education and training

• Qualified as an Enrolled Nurse
• Valid Driver’s Licence

Professional body registration

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council

Required minimum work experience

• At least 2 years research experience

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Ability to lead and work independently as well as be part of a multidisciplinary team
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in study requirements
• Empathetic towards people living with HIV/AIDS
• Ability to speak local languages
• Computer literacy
• Willingness to learn

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 26 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

Background

The Perinatal HIV Research Unit (PHRU) was established in 1996. The Perinatal HIV Research Unit has been involved in research, training, policy formation and advocacy in issues concerning HIV-positive women and their children.

In recent years the work of the unit has expanded beyond the original focus of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, to include treatment trials in adults and children, prevention research, psychosocial research and policy development. In addition, the Unit has developed an HIV vaccine clinical trials unit (HVCTU) and started with HIV Vaccine Trials back in 2001.

The unit is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in the field of research and policy in the area of mother-to-child transmission of HIV. It has also developed a reputation as a leading African research unit for clinical trials in adults and children with HIV, with one of the largest cohorts.

Main purpose of the job:

• To provide counselling to contacts and participants recently diagnosed with HIV and/or SARS CoV 2 according to the study protocols of the Household Transmission Study. 

Location:

• PHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto 

Key performance areas

• Obtain informed consent from study participants.
• Assist with the completion of patient consent forms.
• Assist with completion of CRF’s.
• Recruitment of participants.
• To maintain accurate records of patient files.
• Ability to refer clients to services and other resources

Required minimum education and training

• Matric
• Code 10 driver’s license
• Certificate in VCT counselling
• Computer literacy

Required minimum work experience

• At least 1 year’s counselling experience in a VCT field.
• The ability to work in a complex and demanding environment.

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• At least 1 years’ experience working in clinical trials.
• Must possess strong organizational skills.
• Must be detail orientated.
• Must be able to work as a member of a team.
• It is expected that s/he will apply consistent adherence to research and GCP practices

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 26 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders

Main purpose of the job

• The incumbent will be supporting the Operations Coordinator to deliver a comprehensive approach to operational efficiency in a specified geographical area by assisting the operations department with all operational functions, systems, and processes

Location

•  Ward 21 CRS - 22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Johannesburg

Key performance areas

• Typing and drafting of documents, including letters, memo’s and reports when required
• Perform general office duties when required including minute taking, printing, coordinating meetings and training sessions
• Provide operational and administrative support to the project team
• Integrate effectively with WRHI Operations Team as and when required
• Provide daily support and coordination of procurement and administration including but not limited to travel, meetings, all IT-related support, stationery and consumables, training logistics, asset management and control, centralized reporting collation, reconciliations and dissemination of information
• Ensure implementation and maintenance of all Standard Operating Procedures
• Provide training and up-to-date information to staff on new and existing policies, procedures and SOP’s when required
• Ensure compliance with respect to donor and or provider’s requirements
• Ensure timeous monthly submission of HR-related documents (leave forms and timesheets
• Assist office manager with compiling monthly operations feedback reports and disseminate them to relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Integrate operational feedback from quarterly reports into programme implementation plan and subsequent progress reports
• Participate actively in the generation of required donor reports and other Wits Institute reports if and when required
• Participate in regular planning sessions with Programme Managers and/or project teams to ensure efficient and effective operational support
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Take ownership for driving your own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities

Required minimum education and training

• Relevant certificate or diploma or degree in Business Administration

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Some exposure to the project management/NGO environment would be useful
• Experience working in a donor-funded organization or NGO
• Exceptional organization and administrative skills with working knowledge of MS Office
• Own, reliable transport preferred
• Able to maintain confidentiality, tact, and professionalism always
• Able to exercise discretion, high levels of initiative ad independent decision-making
• Must be assertive, confident, and adaptable. Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Positive, energetic, team player. Ability to adapt to complex situations, ability to manage stress, self-starter, ability to deliver goals pro-actively, creative thinker, goal orientated
• A thorough and accurate approach to work
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Communications and relationships

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels within the organization, as well as all external stakeholders

Demands of the job

• Able to work in a demanding environment and adapt to changes
• Travelling (own transport) and overtime may be required from time to time
• Must be contactable after hours for any unplanned emergencies or queries

Required minimum work experience

• No Work Experience required
• Must be a South African citizen

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 23 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Background

The MRC/Wits Rural Public Health and Health Transitions Research Unit (Agincourt) is an exceptional health and population research centre in rural northeast South Africa. It provides an extensive data resource from more than 25 years of longitudinal health and socio-demographic surveillance. Using this platform, the Unit is conducting a Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial to assess the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effectiveness of a digitally delivered Behavioural Activation Therapy intervention to treat depression among rural adolescents.

The intervention consists of 6 sessions of Behavioural Activation delivered by a smartphone application, supported by weekly phone calls from a trained Peer Mentor over 10 weeks. In addition, adolescents who have been identified to have severe depression, suicidal ideation and other risks will be followed up by a dedicated Risk Management Team consisting of a Trial Psychologist and 2 Registered Counsellors.

Main purpose of the job

• To respond to adolescents participating in the DoBAt Pilot Trial who have been identified to have severe depression, suicidal ideation and other risks

Location

• Agincourt - Bushbuckridge (Mpumalanga Province)

Key performance areas

• Work together with the Trial Clinical Psychologist and Risk Management Team to respond to adolescents participating in the DoBAt Pilot Trial who have been identified to have severe depression, suicidal ideation and other risks as outlined in the Risk Management Protocol
• Conduct telephonic and/or household-based risk assessments of adolescents
• Provide initial counselling and psychosocial management of adolescents identified with these risks
• Provide referrals to the Trial Clinical Psychologist and local healthcare workers and social workers in accordance with the Risk Management Protocol, and ensure that adolescents referred to these services attend appointments and receive appropriate management and follow-up
• Maintain participant risk management and referral documentation in accordance with the established Risk Management protocols

Required minimum education and training

• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa
• Driver’s licence
• Xitsonga speaking

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Experience working within the public mental health sector and with adolescent populations
• High ethical standards and familiarity with Good Clinical Practice
• Demonstrates warmth, empathy and ability to build rapport with adolescents
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and commitment to their work

Required minimum work experience

• 2 Years and more

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 26 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Experience / Education:

• Advanced business knowledge, especially in the property industry and associated financial markets backed-up by at least 10 years property management experience.
• Experience in managing people is essential.
• A Tertiary qualification at a minimum is required with a post graduate qualification a strong recommendation.

Main purpose / objective of the position:

• Management of staff in the business stream.
• Facilitating the property management process in selected buildings and centres.
• Optimizing the Company's profit.
• Establish and develop new markets in order to add value to the portfolio and/or the Company.
• Improve the long term profitability of shopping centres through revamps and/or expansions.
• Improve the well-being of the property industry by involvement in local and national committees and forums.
• Fulfil the Company's obligation towards social responsibility by being involved in the local community's activities and public relations in general.
• Establish the Company as experts in the market.

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
• Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
• AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
• If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful

Background

The Clinical Laboratory Services (CLS), is a division of the Wits Health Consortium (WHC) of the School of Pathology. CLS’s main purpose is to support the teaching and research activities of the School of Pathology through the provision of laboratory services, diagnostic and research advice and data management support in accordance with the standards of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP). 

CLS is an accredited laboratory and has a comprehensive quality management plan to ensure adherence to GCLP and its accreditation standards ensuring the integrity of clinical laboratory for clinical trial study participant care. CLS has achieved ongoing certifications for SANAS (South African National Accreditation System) ISO 15189 and GCLP Accreditation through the British Qualogy Group and is also inspected by the Division of AIDS (DAIDS) annually 

Main purpose of the job

• Responsible for the performance of laboratory investigations and taking full responsibility for the results produced

Location

• Spencer Lister Building, Braamfontein

Key performance areas

Prepare, run and record laboratory tests results

• Perform instrument and manual tests
• Decontamination of samples
• Read slides under the microscope, quantify and comment (morphology)
• If culture is positive, then follow appropriate procedures for mycobacterial identification and susceptibility/sensitivity testing
• Perform molecular assays

Laboratory administration

• Ensure maintenance is carried out where required
• Monitor and control stock levels
• Monitor and control workflows and turnaround times
• Demonstrate cost consciousness and assists in meeting budgetary targets

Quality control

• Applies and interprets results of internal and external quality assessment tests
• Reports quality-related problems and attempts to solve them and reports to laboratory manager

Storage of specimens

• Log, label and store samples on LDMSsystem

Required minimum education and training

• National Diploma in Medical Technology (Microbiology)

Professional body registration

• Health Professions Council of South Africa (Medical technician)

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) courses
• Experience in a Clinical Trial environment will be advantageous
• Must be meticulous
• The incumbent will be exposed to hazardous and infectious samples
• Meeting turnaround times is critical
• Resilience for the processing of the samples in the TB Lab

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in microbiology

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 21 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders

Main purpose of the job:

• To coordinate data collection, processing and data management activities in fixed facilities (clinics) and roving mobile units, such as developing standard operating procedures, overseeing data collection, assisting with data capturing and providing analysis output and data quality control

Location:

• KZN – Pinetown.

Key performance areas

• Allocate patient identification numbers (PIDS) for all the clients.
• Collect demographics at different entry points for clients interested in PrEP.
• Collect headcount data weekly from the facility (fixed only) disaggregated by age.
• Review data completed by different service providers per file.
• Follow up on missing data & resolved immediately.
• Generate a list of lab results & due dates.
• Collect results from lab & update manual files.
• Compile a list of all clients to be linked to external services.
• Navigate clients to pharmacy for collection of medication & update the file.
• Sign off the data and submit to data entry for every client seen.
• At the end of each day, capture total clients seen & repeats (collection & examination) on Redcap.
• Report any problem to Data Quality Advisor, team leader or M&E tech. officer daily & as per when it’s identified.
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.
• Take ownership for driving own career development.

Required minimum education and training

• Grade 12.
• Basic computer and typing skills are essential.
• Basic nursing qualification (Auxiliary nursing) NQF Level 5.

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Certification in good data practice and experience in a community or healthcare facility environment will be an advantage
• Thorough with good attention to detail. 
• Ordered and systematic with strict compliance to protocols. 
• Good administrative skills are required together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and database packages. 
• Able to work to deadlines. 
• Demonstrated data capturing speed and accuracy. 
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion must always be maintained. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Self-motivated and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 6 months within a clinic or hospital setting.
• Good understanding and interpreting patients’ records.

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 23 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders

Main purpose of the job

• Wits RHI is implementing Project Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) on behalf of National Department of Health. This project commenced in January 2018 and will end in December 2021. Project PrEP is implemented in three provinces (Eastern Cape, Gauteng, and Kwa-Zulu Natal). The project will have two implementation sites in the Eastern Cape: one implementation site in Gauteng and one implementation site in Kwa-Zulu Natal. In order to effectively roll out the project activities, there is a need for project team that will ensure the implementation of these activities in three provinces

Location:

• 08 Blackwood Avenue, Parktown.

Key performance areas

• Project PrEP requires the services of two (2) Interns that will assist the project PrEP team with:
• General administrative support to the Project PrEP staff.
• Translating and transcribing the research documents.
• Data collection.
• Assist in maintenance and monitoring of PrEP stock and PPE levels including monitoring of stock levels at the sites.
• Liaise with the project PrEP team and other Wits RHI staff and assist where necessary.
• Cross-cutting M&E including follow up of clients.
• Demand creation.
• Planning of trainings and participating at these trainings.

Required minimum education and training

• Grade 12.
• Currently studying and in their final year, post graduate studies in the following fields: -

1. Nursing
2. Lab tech
3. Public health
4. Social Sciences
5. Health economics
6. Social Work
7. Health Promotion.

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Travelling may be required. 
• Must be able to work in the community/clinics with patients who are HIV positive or negative and/or emotional.

Required minimum work experience

• No work experience needed.
• Wits RHI prefers individuals who has never worked at all.
• Wits RHI wants, at the end of the assignment, the interns should have gained an exposure and experience in the field as well as providing an opportunity to see if the career field is the right one based on getting personal experience in the field.

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 23 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

Requirements:

• Knowledge of HVAC Commercial Industry in a mechanical engineering capacity.
• N6 Mechanical Engineering.
• Entry level position - up to 2 years experience.
• HVAC Technician with an excellent understanding of vapour compression systems, will be considered.
• Good understanding of VRV/F equipment.
• Good electrical knowledge.
• Practical understanding and working of HVAC equipment.
• Driver’s license – code 8.
• Good understanding of Thermodynamics.
• High level of computer literacy Microsoft Office Suite.
• The position requires a team player with a keen interest to learn.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

 Job summary:

• Report to the Engineering Manager
• Engineering of HVAC equipment.
• Processing of enquiries for HVAC products.
• HVAC system design.
• Compile detailed Engineering Submittals for approval.
• Project Management.
• Processing of orders.
• Liaison with suppliers, clients and colleagues.
• Site visits as and when required.
• Perform all tasks that are required of you in line with company vision and mission.
• Adhering to ISO 18001 and ISO 9001 

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
• Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
• AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
• If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.

Main purpose of the job

• The Professional Nurse will provide comprehensive quality HIV and Primary Health Care services to transgender people within fixed and mobile clinical settings

Location

•  Bellville - Cape Town 

Key performance areas

• Provide comprehensive sex worker/transgender-friendly clinical services within a multi-disciplinary team
• Provide Primary Health services, counseling for and promoting risk reduction and holistic patient care
• Provide HIV Counselling and Testing (HCT), Nurse-initiated and managed antiretroviral therapy (ART), and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) according to DoH guidelines; identify and refer patients with ART failure or complications and support Counsellors promote patient adherence to ART
• Provide Sexual Reproductive Health Care (SRH) including Family Planning and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) screening and treatment
• Conduct TB screening
• Prescribe and dispense appropriate treatment in line with good pharmacy practice
• Support and guide Peer Educators to provide support to clients prior, during and post-treatment
• Support delivery of health promotion and education programmes
• Perform and comply with administrative procedures associated with accurate clinical record keeping and reporting including patient records and confidentiality
• Implement and comply with relevant policies, procedures & protocols
• Assist in standardization of procedures, tools & infrastructure
• Take part in ongoing Quality Improvement Planning and quality assurance of the operational activities of the clinic
• Support the development of project plans and timelines for addressing identified needs and priorities
• Contribute to accurate Monitoring and Evaluation (ME) processes
• Support the review of challenges and achievements in implementing donor-funded programs
• Participate in research studies conducted at the clinic
• Compile or give input into relevant donor and Wits RHI reports
• Integrate feedback from quarterly reports into programme implementation plan and subsequent progress reports
• Participate in short-term rotations to other Wits RHI clinics within the district in times of staff shortages when needed

Required minimum education and training

• Diploma/Degree in Nursing (NQF Level 5)
• Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Dispensing License
• NIMART registration
• PrEP training

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Understanding of the challenges facing sex worker/transgender people in the health context
• An ability to communicate and work well with sex worker/transgender people
• Willingness to work in unconventional community settings, brothels and hot spots
• Previous experience in Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) services and ART adherence support
• Knowledge of national, provincial and district health structures
• Knowledge in clinical and data management and analysis
• Able to priorities own workload and work towards deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, takes initiative and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision making
• Able to speak African languages
• Attention to detail
• Report writing skills

Required minimum work experience

• 5 years experience working in an NGO setting/primary health care setting

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 21 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Minimum requirements:

• Knowledge of HVAC Commercial Industry in a mechanical engineering capacity.
• Mechanical Engineering Diploma or Degree – N6 Mechanical Engineering will be considered.
• Entry level position - up to 2 years experience.
• Driver’s license – code 8.
• High level of numeracy and business writing skills
• High level of understanding of Thermodynamics.
• High level of understanding of Air Conditioning Duct design and Heatload calculations.
• High level of computer literacy Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding 3 D drawing package.
• The position requires a team player with a keen interest to learn.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Job summary:

• Report to the Engineering Manager
• Engineering of HVAC equipment.
• Processing of enquiries for HVAC products.
• Detailed design engineering.
• Compilation of written quotations.
• Compile detailed Engineering Submittals for approval.
• Project Management.
• Processing of orders.
• Liaison with suppliers, clients and colleagues.
• Coordination of product commissioning, inspection and collection.
• Compile Engineering Drawings.
• Site visits as and when required.
• Perform all tasks that are required of you in line with company vision and mission.
• Adhering to ISO 18001 and ISO 9001 

 TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
• Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
• AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
• If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful

Minimum requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience, entry level position in the HVAC Commercial Industry in a mechanical engineering capacity.
• Mechanical Engineering Diploma or Degree – N6 Mechanical Engineering will be considered
• Driver’s license – code 8.
• High level of numeracy and business writing skills
• High level of understanding of Thermodynamics.
• High level of understanding of Air Conditioning Duct design and Heatload calculations.
• High level of computer literacy Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding 3 D drawing package.
• The position requires a team player with a keen interest to learn.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Job summary:

• Report to the Business Development Manager
• Accountable and responsible for all Estimating and Engineering related issues within the HVAC department.
• Processing of enquiries for HVAC products.
• Detailed design engineering.
• Estimating and updating master cost sheets.
• Compilation of written quotations.
• Compile detailed Engineering Submittals for approval.
• Project Management.
• Processing of orders.
• Liaison with suppliers, clients and colleagues.
• Issuing of works order to production.
• Coordination of product commissioning, inspection and collection.
• Compile Engineering Drawings.
• Site visits as and when required.
• Perform all tasks that are required of you in line with company vision and mission.
• Adhering to ISO 18001 and ISO 9001 

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
• Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
• AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
• If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful

Background

The Perinatal HIV Research Unit (PHRU) was established in 1996. The Perinatal HIV Research Unit has been involved in research, training, policy formation and advocacy in issues concerning HIV-positive women and their children.

In recent years the work of the unit has expanded beyond the original focus of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, to include treatment trials in adults and children, prevention research, psychosocial research and policy development. In addition, the Unit has developed an HIV vaccine clinical trials unit (HVCTU) and started with HIV Vaccine Trials back in 2001.

The unit is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in the field of research and policy in the area of mother-to-child transmission of HIV. It has also developed a reputation as a leading African research unit for clinical trials in adults and children with HIV, with one of the largest cohorts.

Main purpose of the job

• To coordinate the evaluation of recruited participants in the different sub-studies and assist other nurses in their daily work

Location

•  PHRU - Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto 

Key performance areas 

• To do study-related duties as specified by the protocol 
• Recruit study participants and conduct protocol-specific procedures at local clinics 
• Conduct home visits if need be 
• Assess the clinical status of participants 
• Compile study progress reports on the number of participants enrolled and activities performed 
• Establish a working relationship with clinic nurses/staff
• Follow-up participants who fail to attend their study visits
• Collect specimens from participants 
• Ensure that all participants, parents/caregivers have signed informed consent forms
• Communicate routinely as needed to the study coordinator and principal investigator regarding clinical management of subjects
• Attend and resolve queried that are generated by data management staff
• Do proper filling of results and any other study-related documents in the relevant assigned place
• Capture data on Electronic Case Report System

Required minimum education and training

• Grade 12
• Degree/Diploma in Nursing
• Qualified as a Professional Nurse
• Valid Driver’s License

Professional body registration

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council

Required minimum work experience

• At least 2 years of research experience

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Research experience in TB/HIV is an advantage
• Able to multi-task and thrive within demanding work conditions 
• Computer Literacy 
• GCP Certification 
• Empathy and Understanding to patients 
• Supervisory skills and Staff management experience required 
• Ability to speak local languages 

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 20 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

Background

Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof

Main purpose of the job

• To develop and deliver People Management strategies that support the overall strategic aims and objectives of the organization
• To function at a strategic and operational level when recommending appropriate human resources management solutions and provide customer-centric HR services

Location

•  Parktown - Johannesburg

Key performance areas

• Provides strategic HR Management Input and builds effective business partnerships at all levels of the organization by actively building relationships and networking with Directors and Line Management thereby aligning HR objectives with business strategy
• Oversees and facilitates the full HR Administrative function of employment conditions for all staff aligning both sponsor and shared service requirements
• Oversees and facilitates a streamlined recruitment and selection procedure within the respective division
• Provides input into the development of a training and development strategy and plan that is aligned to Company and Divisional strategy
• Ensures the application of the integrated performance management process within the unit thereby enhancing a high-performance culture
• Provides expert guidance, coaching and support in all Employee Relations and Legal compliance matters including Conditions of employment, Absence Management, Restructuring, Industrial Relations, Disciplinary Hearings, Third Party Disputes             

Required minimum education and training

• Post Graduate degree in a Human Resources related field or studying towards

Required minimum work experience

• A minimum of 8 years experience in the Human Resources field, with five years, working experience at a management level
• Working experience in a Donor-funded environment would be an advantage
  
• Driver’s license and own vehicle essential

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Computer literacy at an intermediate level including the use of MS Word, Excel and Email and the Internet
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment
• Attention to detail
• Process orientated and output-driven
• Extremely well organized and resourceful Flexible and able to multitask
• Exhibit strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Good industrial relations skills and ability to represent the Company at the CCMA 

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 20 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Background

Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof

Main purpose of the job

• Coordination of trial activities to ensure the smooth running of the site including identifying eligible patients and providing nursing care through the treatment phase of the trial through to outcome assessment post-surgery

Location

•  Johannesburg – this position will require traveling to various hospitals

Key performance areas

• Support investigators to identify, screen and recruit eligible patients into the trial according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria ensure that all staff are aware of correct timepoints for patient visits and data collection
• Ensure that 30 days follow up appointments are booked prior to discharge and that patients are reminded of the need to return to the hospital 30 days after their operation (prior to discharge, on receipt of follow up appointment date, and preferably shortly before the 30-day appointment)
• Be responsible for reporting serious adverse events in a timely manner at the local level and escalate as appropriate
• Assist in site audits and monitoring visits carried out by regulatory authorities or the Sponsor
• Participate in and contribute to Hub general activities e.g. meetings, training, etc.
• Travel to Spoke sites to assist with site initiation and on-site monitoring visits, the hospitals are Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Helen Joseph Hospital, and Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. (Travel to additional hospitals may be required as per project’s needs)                        

Required minimum education and training

• Professional/Registered Nurse Diploma or BCur
• Good Clinical Practice certificate

Professional Body Registration

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Willing to travel to spoke hospitals
• Excellent communication and listening skills with the ability to communicate effectively on many levels (including via phone and email)
• Ability to delegate and work through others
• Very well organized, with good attention to detail and strict compliance to protocols
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to plan and prioritize
• Able to work independently, prioritize their own workload to meet schedules and seek advice when necessary
• Good IT skills and familiarity with MS Office applications
• Flexible, team-working attitude
• Good skills in building and strengthening partnerships
• Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights/weekends flexibly to meet service needs
• Fluent in English with excellent writing and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 2 years experience preferably with clinical trial/research exposure

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 20 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders

Main purpose of the job

• The Senior Researcher will be responsible for the design, oversight and implementation of operations research activities, conducting analysis of research data, obtaining regulatory approvals, development and design of research tools, monitor and manage research and publishing of scientific articles for the PrEP for AGYW project and other projects as required

Location

•  08 Blackwood Avenue, Parktown

Key performance areas

• Participate in discussions regarding the future direction of research strategies and plans for Wits RHI
• Contribute towards policy development
• Advise Wits RHI leadership on research opportunities
• Publish scientific publications
• Compile conference presentations
• Disseminate research findings internally and to universities and other stakeholders such as the community, CAGs and media
• Write research and funding proposals
• Obtain ethical approval from relevant regulatory bodies
• Write research protocols and SOPs for qualitative studies
• Develop and design research tools
• Conduct fieldwork (data collection, interviews, etc.)
• Monitor the progress of the research project
• Write progress reports to stakeholders including networks and funders
• Train the Research Team and other relevant staff
• Conduct data analysis and write up results
• Stay abreast with relevant research findings and collaborate closely with other investigators on related studies within the cluster
• Attend to all staffing requirements and administration
• Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilization and maintenance of sound labour relations
• Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments
• Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
• Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organization
• Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Take ownership for driving your own career development in attending training and development sessions and relevant forums/meetings
• Maintain and update knowledge of developments in the field and expertise

Required minimum education and training

•  Master’s degree in public health or another relevant discipline

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Experience in public health will be an advantage
• Certification in good clinical practice
• Experience working in a 3rd world country
• Experience in implementing independent projects
• Familiarity with data analysis software
• Ordered, systematic and analytical in approach to research
• Tactful, respectful, and non-judgmental
• Good administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Assertive, confident, and adaptable
• Able to show proof of publication records and conference presentations

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 5-8 years of research experience
• Prior lecturing, tutoring, or postgraduate supervision experience
• Management of research programme with a research record of an ongoing output evidenced by at least eight published refereed papers
• Membership of Professional/School/Faculty/ Department Committees and/or taking leadership roles in the Public Health domain within the Public or NGO sectors

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 21 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

Requirements

• Matric + Relevant Degree or Diploma
• 5-10 years PA on executive level experience.
• Experience in Business management

Duties:

• Report to CEO.

• Extensive exposure as a PA to a CEO entailing some business/commercial involvement as well.
• PA duties will entail organising meetings, travel arrangements, internal and external client liaison, answering and diverting calls, assisting with emails and dealing with some.
• Must have business acumen or exposure to deal with some business matters especially when the CEO is not available or needs assistance.
• Candidate must reside in the vicinity of Honeydew (Johannesburg North) or nearby suburbs. 
• Mature individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, structured with strong organisational skills.
• Dynamic environment where every day is different.

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
• Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
• AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
• If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

Wits RHI is looking for a District Manager who will be responsible for CoJ and Sedibeng and based in Gauteng to provide overall management, oversight and coordination of the district-level implementation of the USAID funded School-Based HIV & Violence Prevention program to ensure the delivery of outputs. The programme delivers comprehensive SRH and HIV prevention (PrEP) services, as a core package of DREAMS implementation, to AGYW in communities through a mobile outreach clinic. The manager will also support the team to provide services to schools as a part of the ISHP SOP on the Provision of SRH and Social Services to secondary learners in schools and layer with other DREAMS interventions.

Main purpose of the job:

• To provide management, program coordination and oversee the district-level implementation of the USAID funded School-based HIV & Violence prevention program (as part of DREAMS) to ensure the delivery of outputs.

Location:

• Gauteng (COJ & Sedibeng)

Key performance areas

• Communicate, promote, and support implementation of the School and community based HIV & Violence Prevention program at the district, sub-district and community levels.
• Provide programme implementation guidance and support to District team members to ensure delivery of program activities according to timelines and budgets.
• Constant consultation and planning with the provincial manager and district teams
• Conduct regular meetings with District team to ensure outputs are delivered and to review progress against the implementation plan.
• Develop and review district implementation plans for effective implementation of the program.
• Identify the needs of the program at a district level and obtain resources required.
• Coordinate and troubleshoot all programme-related activities.
• In collaboration with the capacity building manager, organize and implement a training plan on the Integrated School Health Policy (ISHP) SOPs, LIVES, PrEP and other relevant trainings for the district, including conducting Training of Trainers.
• Monitor the delivery and quality of training at the district level.
• Participate in ongoing mentorship programmes initiated by other WRHI stakeholders.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training and stakeholder engagements by obtaining feedback from stakeholders and/or relevant assessments.
• Support the district team, ensuring that communication between the team is optimal and that program activities are coordinated and leveraged.
• Ensure coordination across programme streams, ISHP, PrEP, Community Services and Linkage to care
• Ensure joint planning with other DREAMS partners in the district to ensure effective layering of services.
• Support activities that promotes and advocate for adolescent and youth friendly service (AYFS) or youth zones at community level.
• Maintain close communication with the M&E team to ensure adequate and regular reporting and documenting lesson learnt and success stories.
• Develop and effectively manage relationships with relevant Wits RHI structures.
• Contribute to the achievement of Wits RHI’s corporate goals and objectives.
• Develop and effectively manage relationships with external stakeholders including DBE, DOH, DSD, donors and partners.
• Serve as a representative of the Schools project on external forums / working groups in the district.
• Coordinate programme activities with external agencies such as public health, NGO partners, regulatory bodies, donor monitoring and auditing agencies and others, as necessary.
• Supervise and manage line reporting in keeping with Wits RHI policies and procedures
• Attend to all staffing requirements and administration at a district level.
• Supervise and manage the duties of supervisees to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relations.
• Perform and facilitate performance assessments.
• Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action.
• Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation.
• Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information.
• Provide day-to-day support to all project staff.
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.
• Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in on-going training and development activities such as forums, conferences, policy setting workshops etc.

Required minimum education and training

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Development Studies, Social Science, Public Health,
• At least 5 Years of experience working in public health, particularly HIV prevention and treament; adolescent health
• Experience in working with SAG ministries (DBE, DSD, DOH) and other government departments.
• Experience with planning and conducting trainings additional experience training health or other sector workers and/or training of communities in health and HIV prevention beneficial.
• Understanding and knowledge of CSE, HIV, SRH, GBV, DREAMS
• Experience with PEPFAR funded project will be an added advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, including report writing.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours as needed and without constant or close supervision

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Masters Degree in Social Science or Public Health
• Able to maintain confidentiality, tact and professionalism at all times.
• Able to exercise discretion, high levels of initiative and decision-making in consultation with the line manager.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Attention to granular details.
• Ability to manage and lead a team, particularly in a highly pressured target driven environment
• The environment may at times be busy, noisy and need excellent organizational, time and stress management skills to complete the required tasks.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours as needed and without constant or close supervision.
• Must be a South African national or permanent resident with fluency in English and in at least one local indigenous South African language
• Must have a valid South African driver’s license and be willing to travel.

Required minimum work experience

• Demonstrated role in strengthening coordination and facilitate project implementation at district level.
• Understanding of the school and community environment and experience in working with government departments at all three levels of government.
• Having worked in public health sector
• Stakeholder engagement and management

TO APPLY

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications is 20 April 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree or MBA.
• BEE positions.
• Extensive retail management exposure on an executive level in either a CEO, Director, MD, GM or similar level capacity.
• Extensive strategic management exposure in terms of business development and organisational growth.
• Must have proven track record of being instrumental in growing a large retail business or business unit as a leader.
• Strong business acumen, financial, commercial and business development skills.
• Understanding of worldwide retail trends, merchandising and procurement practices.
• Exceptional leadership skills and ability to lead executive teams in listed, multinational environments.
• Energetic, dynamic and a passion for people, retail and business
• Positioning of a large business in today’s volatile market and ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances is crucial to these positions

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
• Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
• AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
• If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful