National Coordinator

National Health Laboratory Service; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Programme Head / National Cytology Coordinator in Johannesburg to oversee and implement cytology techniques aligned with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience including at least 7 years in management. A bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences and registration with the HPCSA as a Cytotechnologist are required. This role offers the opportunity to shape national health policies and improve cytology services.

Qualifications

• Ten to 12 years post-qualification experience.
• Minimum of 7 years management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, coordinate, and implement appropriate cytology techniques.
• Facilitate NHLS participation in policy development.
• Coordinate and implement the Cytology national priority programme.

Skills

Knowledge of Cytology technology

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills (verbal and written)

Statistical interpretation skills

Troubleshooting and problem solving skills

Conflict management skills

Deadline driven

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Honours degree Biomedical Sciences (NQF Level 8)

Registration with the HPCSA as Cytotechnologist

MSc Degree (Desirable)

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Business Unit: National Cytology Coordinator

Discipline: Cytology

Location: Sandringham

Position: Programme Head / National Cytology Coordinator

Pay Grade: D4

Reference Number: CORPCYT

Key Job Responsibilities

• To oversee, coordinate, advise, facilitate and implement the most appropriate cytology technique / technology in line with the NHLS and NDOH strategic objectives
• To facilitate NHLS participation in policy development and future policy reviewal
• To coordinate, facilitate and implement Cytology national priority programme in line with cervical cancer screening policy
• To promote and align NHLS Cytology service delivery to the needs and expectations of the clients
• To ensure customer centric cytology service provision as determined by the NHLS strategic objectives
• To establish and manage a healthy partnership / relationship with both internal and external key role‑players in the field
• To analyse, monitor, evaluate and report on cervical cancer screening trends and challenges pertaining to the implementation of the programme
• To explore the international technology development in order to prepare NHLS service to be dynamic to the emerging technology changes
• To advise and participate in the NDOH processes for protocol / algorithm development and policy development
• To ensure that all cytology laboratories are SANS accredited as per national policy requirement
• Advise and participate on the appropriate financial model to be used for costing cytology tests

Minimum Requirements & Key Competencies

• Honours degree Biomedical Sciences (NQF Level 8)
• Registration with the HPCSA as Cytotechnologist
• MSc Degree (Desirable)
• Ten to 12 years post qualification
• Minimum of 7 years management experience
• Knowledge of Cytology technology
• Knowledge of cytology discipline process and procedures
• Knowledge of ERP system
• Knowledge of good laboratory principles and practices
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Presentation skills
• Statistical interpretation skills
• Troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Advising and decision making
• Deadline driven
• Ability to work under pressure
• Conflict management skills

Enquiries may be directed to Ndabenhle Ngongoma @