Health Promotion Officer (GEORGE)

Health Promotion Officer (GEORGE)

13/02/2023

VACANCY: Health Promotion Officer (GEORGE)

The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA), a non-profit organization, is seeking to appoint one (1) Health Promotion officer to be based in George.  The applicant must be able to fulfill the primary goal of the Health Promotion Programme which is the prevention of cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke) through various activities, including health screenings and health education talks. The successful applicant will report directly to the Health Promotions Manager. This is a part-time/flexi-time position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A health-related degree, diploma or certified qualification. Preference will be given to applicants with a nursing qualification, emergency services qualification, and those who are registered community health workers.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a health-related field (including Health Promotion)
• Experience in data collection using digital technology for research-related activities will be an advantage
• Ability to collate and write reports
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate fluently in English and Afrikaans
• Must be computer literate (including, word, excel and Google Drive)
• Own transport will be an advantage
• Ability to Work in a team and have a strong work ethic
• Have a South African driver’s license
• Must be a South African or a Permanent Resident with a work permit
• Being a trained, registered EMS worker or an experienced registered nursing sister will be an advantage

DUTIES WOULD INCLUDE

• Community-based health promoting activities through health risk-assessments (screening), health education talks participating in community-based events and capacity building
• Data collection for key health indicators
• Develop partnerships with key people, communities and organizations, including the private sector, who can influence public health
• Implement activities based on the strategic plan of HSFSA
• Written and verbal communication with the public, media and partners

 

For more details about the position please contact Ms. Kinza Hussain on +27799846592 or email kinza.hussain@heartfoundation.co.za (alternatively, Heart and Stroke Foundation, South Africa Head Office can be reached on: 021-422-1586 or heart@heartfoundation.co.za )

Send your CV, three contactable referees and certified ID and qualifications to kinza.hussain@heartfoundation.co.za and bianca.snyders@heartfoundation.co.za

Contract will be negotiable.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will need to be provided.

In the subject line please indicate that you applying for the post in George.

Appointment will be pending police clearance. The HSFSA has the right to not appoint