Main purpose of the job:To provide oversight and management of the Quality Assurance and Improvements components of the Wits RHI Gophelega project within the specified districtLocation:Ekurhuleni East & North (Germiston) – GautengKey performance areas:In consultation with Wits RHI and DOH teams, implement Quality Improvement programme activities within supported districtsImplement QI plans using appropriate and provided guidance and tools to ensure a responsive QI strategy that supports the achievement of overall project goals and targetsTeach and mentor Wits RHI and District implementors to ensure delivery of QI activities in line with the developed strategyAssess and monitor to ensure QI activities (incl.
Ideal Clinic, RTQII, NCS, SIMS, etc.)
at the sub-districts and facilities are responsive to project objectives, funder and district prioritiesIn collaboration with facility teams, conduct baseline assessments to identify gaps/needs and develop QIPs addressing affected indicatorsTrain mentor and support implementation plans using tools, SOPs and other related programme documents for effective implementation of QI according to project targetsCoordinate, and implement on-site facility and sub-district QI activities in collaboration with Champions, Ambassadors, and relevant stakeholdersTrack to adapt, monitor, and evaluate QI plans and activities according to priority and plans within the projectIntegrate facility and sub-district learning sessions into relevant facility, and sub-districts platforms to report outcomes and share success storiesContribute to the documentation of success stories and other programme resourcesManage and maintain relationships with external and internal stakeholders including DoH, donors, community partners, CBOs and relevant Wits RHI structuresMaintain communication and coordination with the Wits RHI teams, sub-district and facility QA teams and ensure QI programme reporting and sustainability at relevant levelsEnsure effective coordination with Wits RHI and District QA team to maximise the use of data for decision-making, clinical audits PHC forums and learning sessions to optimise overall impactParticipates in Ideal Clinic, NCS, IPC, SIMS and other specified programmes to ensure compliance for both internal and external forums/working groups within the supported district and provinceIdentify gaps in QI strategy implementation at the facility level and develop plans to address theseSupport development and updates of QI training materials for the effective transfer of skills in the area of QIIdentify QI training and mentorship needs of DoH teams and facility staffLiaise and co-facilitate with the Capacity Development Team to address training needsProvide blended training, mentorship and coaching to ensure ongoing transfer of knowledge, skills and competency in the area of QI prioritiesImplement learning collaboratives and reviews to ensure the transfer of knowledge and development of skills in QIIdentify and manage QI programme risks ensuring efficient and sustainable facility projectsReport on key QI achievements, challenges and successes through learning sessions according to programme reporting timelinesEnsure facility data of the specified programme areas are regularly reviewed and analysed, gaps identified, quality improvement implemented, and effectiveness trackedDisseminate accurate facility reports to internal, external stakeholders and relevant stakeholders at appropriate platforms as per scheduleTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-managementFollow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintainedMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership of driving your own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as forums, conferences, policy setting workshops, etc.Required minimum education and training:Professional Diploma, Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Public Health Management or related fieldsRequired minimum work experience:Minimum 5 years of management experience in the public sector which includes HIV/TB Management, QI Programme, project implementation, training, and mentorshipDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:Certification in HIV management or related postgraduate qualification will be an advantageSound technical knowledge on QI HIV/TB and sustainability ProgrammeDemonstrated writing ability and strong data analytic skills for decision makingExperience working with HIV/TB/QI donor-funded programmersKnowledge of all levels of health systems and data managementExperience in quality improvement, training and mentoringExceptional organizational, computer skills, self-driven team playerDiverse skills and ability to adapt to complex situationsExceptional levels of written and verbal English communication skillsDemands of the job:Travel will be required within and outside of the districtAbility to work in a highly demanding, and pressurized environment, flexibility, management, training, mentorship, and supervisory experienceCommunications and relationships:Develop and effectively manage internal and external stakeholders (Relevant Wits RHI Structures, DoH, DBE, DSD, donors, partners at all levels)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 and complete your registration on Ditto Hire (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions.
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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.The closing date for all applications: 17 September 2024.Note WHC, in accordance with their 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.Please note:AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
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