Project Coordinator (HSS)

Right To Care; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in health services is seeking a dedicated project manager to lead COVID-19 vaccination efforts and manage stakeholder relationships in the sub-district. The role involves coordinating with various health departments, managing staff, and ensuring effective communication. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, experience in community engagement, and a commitment to improving health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage staff and ensure high morale.

Responsibilities

• Lead COVID-19 vaccination capacity in the sub-district.
• Coordinate ADAPT implementation with DOH and partners.
• Provide regular reports on project activities.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Team Management

Data Management

Job description

Responsibilities

• Establish strong working relationships with District Management Teams, Department of Health, Government Departments, Traditional leaders, local community leaders, and Implementing partners to facilitate ADAPT implementation in the sub-district.
• Arrange, attend, and represent ADAPT at all sub-district stakeholder meetings.
• Coordinate ADAPT implementation with DOH and other Implementing partners in the sub-district.
• Attend key District meetings and provide feedback.

Project Management

• Lead the provision of surge COVID-19 vaccination capacity in the sub-district using various vaccination service delivery models.
• Lead ADAPT’s Sub-District Risk Communication and Community Engagement activities to address vaccine hesitancy and ensure equitable vaccine distribution and uptake among underserved populations.
• Coordinate all Technical Assistance work to DoH and Direct Service Delivery activities related to Health Systems Strengthening (HSS).
• Manage deliverables according to the project plan.
• Establish and monitor the District ADAPT project schedule.
• Arrange, deploy, and assign tasks to team members.
• Communicate with RTC management.
• Manage sub-district fleet and resources.

Staff Management

• Provide ongoing feedback to staff and maintain team synchronization.
• Ensure staff performance and morale are high and take steps to improve retention.
• Manage staff schedules and responsibilities.
• Ensure workforce satisfaction in their roles.

Reporting

• Provide regular reports on project activities to District, Provincial, and RTC Central management.
• Present reports to the District, Provincial Coordinator, DoH, Government Departments, and partner forums.

COVID-19 Vaccination & Training

• Ensure all nurses and data capturers are trained as vaccinators and registered on EVDS, collaborating with DQMs.
• Provide training and on-the-job mentoring to DOH and RTC staff on COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Assist in maintaining adequate vaccine stock and equipment safekeeping.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment in all facilities.
• Participate in facility readiness assessments and disseminate policies, frameworks, and SOPs.

Clinical and Quality Improvement

• Address clinical integration, including vaccination identification and uptake among high-risk groups.
• Assess HRH capacity and support patient flow management.
• Implement change management strategies and assess staff competencies.
• Ensure infection prevention standards and facility training programs are in place.
• Develop and monitor quality improvement plans and reports.

Documentation and Data Management

• Verify and maintain accurate records of patient and operational data.
• Maintain filing systems and prepare documents for audits.
• Ensure timely and professional completion of reports and documents.