Clinical Programme Coordinator- Infection Prevention

Short Summary

Clinical Programme Coordinator
- Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) with Gauteng Department of Health July, 2026. Clinical Programme Coordinator
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Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Clinical Programme Coordinator
  - Infection Prevention & Control (IPC)
• Organization: Gauteng Department of Health July, 2026
• Country / coverage: South Africa
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  Location:
  South Africa
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Jobs
• Sector: Health
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date:
• Application deadline: Aug 7, 2026

Description

Clinical Programme Coordinator
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- R 654 285 max per annum plus

benefits:
Grade 2-R 661 572 Min
- R 752 913 max per annum plus benefits

Requirements:
Grade 12 certificate basic R425 qualification, diploma/degree in nursing equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse in General, Psychiatry & Midwifery. A post basic qualification with a duration of at least one year accredited with SANC in Nursing Administration. A Minimum of 7 Seven years appropriate recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. A one-year qualification in Infection Prevention and Control from a recognisable institution of higher learning. Must be computer literate and have good communication and presentation skills. Knowledge of regulations and guidelines in Infection Prevention and Control, waste management, environmental health, decontamination of medical devices, and respiratory hygiene. Knowledge and capacity to align current health and public policies and guidelines in the implementation of the IPC programme. Ability to work independently and to function well under pressure. Valid driver’s licence. 2 years working experience in Infection Prevention and Control unit will be an added advantage. Duties : Implementation of the National Infection Prevention and Control Strategic framework. Development and Implementation of Standard Operating Procedures in IPC, waste management, environmental health and cleaning as well as decontamination of medical devices. Perform the duties of a waste management officer for the institutions well as environmental health. Making sure that the institution complies with ideal Hospital Realisation Framework, IPC standards and guidelines and IPC components as stipulated by WHO. Conduct training on IPC health care, waste management, environmental health comply monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Conduct monitoring on compliance by conducting spot checks, planned audits to ensure compliance with IPC, waste management, environmental health as well as antimicrobial stewardship, respiratory hygiene and surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and present feedback and recommendations in management meetings. Develop plans to deal with outbreak according to national guidelines on epidermic preparedness and response. Develop IPC and HCW champions and scheduled monthly meetings to identify gaps. Work harmoniously with all stakeholders including supply chain to ensure that there is adequate and relevant stock for the programme. Develop system and processes for sterilisation and the cleaning department to meet the IPC and HCWM. Participate in the development of the demand plan for the programme by providing correct specifications as the end us