Program Officer - Community Health

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Direct impact on community health

Work with dedicated team

Professional development and training

Stable employment with reputable NGO

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp seeks a Program Officer focused on Community Health initiatives to design, implement, and monitor health programs addressing local needs. You will collaborate with healthcare providers, community leaders, and beneficiaries to deliver services and promote healthier lifestyles.

This role offers a chance to impact public health outcomes in the North West region, contributing to a healthier and more resilient community through well-managed programs and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Public Health, Nursing, Health Sciences, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in managing or coordinating health programs, preferably in a community setting.
• Strong understanding of public health principles and health issues in South Africa.
• Excellent project management, data collection, and reporting skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage community health programs per organizational goals.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop strategies to address health challenges.
• Coordinate with healthcare facilities, clinics, and community health workers.
• Monitor activities, collect health outcomes data, and prepare progress reports.
• Facilitate health education workshops and community awareness campaigns.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and ethical standards.

Skills

Project management

Data collection & reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, Health Sciences, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Program Officer focused on Community Health initiatives in Klerksdorp . This role is central to designing, implementing, and monitoring health programs that address the needs of the local population. You will work closely with healthcare providers, community leaders, and beneficiaries to ensure the effective delivery of health services and promote healthier lifestyles. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact public health outcomes in the North West province, contributing to a healthier and more resilient community through dedicated and well-managed health programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage community health programs according to organizational objectives.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop strategies to address identified health challenges.
• Coordinate with healthcare facilities, local clinics, and community health workers.
• Monitor program activities, collect data on health outcomes, and prepare progress reports.
• Facilitate health education workshops and awareness campaigns within the community.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and ethical standards in all program activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Health Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing or coordinating health programs, preferably in a community setting.
• Strong understanding of public health principles and common health issues in South Africa.
• Excellent project management, data collection, and reporting skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse groups.
• Familiarity with the healthcare landscape in Klerksdorp and the North West region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a direct and significant impact on community health.
• Work within a dedicated team focused on improving lives in North West .
• Access to ongoing professional development and training in public health.
• Stable employment with a reputable charitable organization .