HEALTH SYSTEMS TRUST (HST) -CCMDD NATIONAL PROGRAMME CO-ORDINATOR

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HEALTH SYSTEMS TRUST (HST)
 
HEALTH SYSTEMS STRENGTHENING (HSS) UNIT
 
CCMDD NATIONAL PROGRAMME CO-ORDINATOR
 

 
PURPOSE:
Health Systems Trust wishes to appoint a Central Chronic Medicine Dispensing and Distribution (CCMDD) National Programme Co-ordinator to provide leadership and co-ordinate processes related to the provision of an alternative chronic medication access programme for public sector patients. This will entail policy development and implementation; monitoring and evaluation (M&E) involving implementation of a web-based monitoring system for the programme; and stakeholder liaison at all levels including the National Department of Health (NDoH) and funders.
 
The position is based in the National Department of Health, Pretoria or Midrand, Johannesburg.
 
This is a fixed-term contract position, renewable based on continuation of funding.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Align all CCMDD-funded activities in a project plan for the CCMDD including programme implementation and implementation of a M&E web-based system;
• Ensure that the HST CCMDD project plan has been developed in consultation with the core team and reflects measurable outputs, budgets and timelines;
• Regularly monitor the progress of the CCMDD Project Plan and facilitate adaptation and corrective measures when required;
• Represent HST in public forums, meetings and conferences;
• Liaise and provide support to the NDoH regarding CCMDD policy development and implementation as the main support partner;
• Provide guidance and support to the NDoH on aspects related to stakeholder meetings, Global Fund and CCMDD budget meetings;
• Provide guidance to strengthen monitoring and evaluation of the programme through support and training, including in districts where the web-based system is not being implemented;
• Manage project managers  and provide leadership to the CCMDD team;
• Support the marketing of HST via CCMDD programme implementation through sharing of best practices, stories of change and project achievements;
• Ensure that performance management and disciplinary procedures are followed according to legislative and organisational requirements;
• Be responsible for effective internal communication through submission of HSS Unit, programme and project reports for internal and external publication;
• Monitor programme expenditure and reduce operational costs;
• Draft and submit budgets and carry-over requests to the funder as required;
• Be responsible for human capacity development; and
• Manage the financial aspects of project implementation.

 
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or a degree in a health-related field including registration with the relevant statutory body; and
• A postgraduate qualification in Public Health or extensive experience in health sector management and the NGO environment would be an added advantage.

 
Experience

• At least seven years' experience in project management and health sector management; and
• Project management experience and client liaison skills are critical.

 
Competencies and Skills

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical services management, supply chain management, health systems strengthening, TB and HIV programmes, monitoring and evaluation, the public health sector, the District Health System, and key South African health policies;
• Strong understanding of and experience in application of programme and relevant legislation;
• Project management skills and competence in monitoring and evaluation;
• Ability to think and plan strategically and to liaise with people at all levels of the health system;
• Ability to analyse and interpret technical information, with an excellent command of English, and verbal communication and writing skills;
• Ability to manage people in a participative and empowering way, and sound financial and personnel management capacity;
• Ability to act as a mentor and provide leadership, and to manage in a proactive and professional manner; and
• A valid driver's licence, and willingness and ability to travel as required.

 

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REMUNERATION
A salary package commensurate with the successful candidate's experience and qualifications and in line with HST's Job Grading System will be offered. 
 
APPLICATION and ENQUIRIES
Interested applicants should forward a detailed CV stating the position applied for (including location preference), together with names and contact details (telephone numbers and an email address) of at least three contactable referees, to hr@hst.org.za.
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PLEASE NOTE:​

• Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of all qualifications and identity documents.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Email users are requested to set the delivery option of their message on both 'Return Receipt' and 'Confirm Delivery'.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
• All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to reference and credential checks.
• If you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
• HST reserves the right to not fill this position.

 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 18 APRIL 2019
 
HEALTH SYSTEMS TRUST PROMOTES EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.
PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND WHO ARE OPENLY LIVING WITH HIV ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.​

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