Assistant Director: Sherq, Hiv, Sti, Tb & Coida
Retail, Healthcare / Pharmacy
Minimum Requirements
- An NQF 6 qualification in Social and Behavioural Science / Social Work / Psychology / Occupational Health Nursing / Environmental Health or equivalent as recognized by SAQA.
- Professional registration with SACSSP / HPCSA / SANC or relevant statutory body.
- Three (3) years’ experience in the Employee Health & Wellness field at supervisory level.
- Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability).
- Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of all Employee Health and Wellness and related policies and Acts.
- Specialised knowledge of counselling.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
- Knowledge of Compensation of Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act and Regulations.
- Knowledge of National and Provincial HIV, STI and TB strategies.
- Knowledge of Employee Assistance Programme.
- General knowledge in HR related standards, practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of Public Service Act and Procedures.
- Team building.
- Financial management.
- Conflict management skills.
- Communication skills (verbal and written).
- Planning and organizing skills.
- Facilitation skills.
- Listening skills.
- Problemsolving skills.
- Coordination and monitoring skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Report writing skills.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and facilitate comprehensive Employee Health and Wellness programmes.
- Conduct workplace health risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
- Manage occupational health and safety programmes.
- Support line management to implement strategies in relation to ill-health related absenteeism.
- Facilitate OHS legal appointments in the district.
- Coordinate safety awareness campaigns and health promotion initiatives.
- Implement interventions and programmes aimed at enhancing employee wellbeing and performance.
- Represent the department in the Waterberg District AIDS Council forum.
- Co-ordinate and administer COIDA in the district.
- Co-ordinate the sports and bereavement programme in the district.
- Administer Occupational Injuries and Diseases.
- Facilitate and Coordinate Social club Activities in the district.
- Manage and facilitate resources (financial, human and physical) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.
