7. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets.

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1 OCTOBER 2016 GUIDELINES TO APPLICANTS 1. If you meet the requirements, kindly forward a concise CV to the relevant Practitioner/Administrator (Human Resources) by or logging on to the NHLS career page (I-Recruitment), quoting the reference number and the job title. 2. Response addresses of the relevant HR representative are supplied at the end of each regional advert. The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application has been received. Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 3. Any credentials of the contract of employment will be subject to security clearance, Competency assessments, reference checking, signing of performance contract on appointment, signing of an employment contract on appointment, presentation etc. 4. All positions that require an applicant to be registered with a professional body must attach proof of registration with their application. Applications sent without the proof of registration will not be considered. 5. These positions are open to all employees of the NHLS including the employees who are on contract in similar or different positions. 6. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. 7. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets. 8. Successful applicants will be remunerated on the published scale associated with the grade of the post. This means that the remuneration of an applicant who is successful for a position that is lower than his/her current job grade will be adjusted downward with effect from the date of appointment. 9. Internal applicants must have served 12 months in their current post from date of appointment to the position as a new appointment, promotion or transfer before they may apply for new position. 10. External applicants shall be responsible for all expenditure related to attendance of interviews. CLOSING DATE FOR ALL POSITIONS IS THE 28 OCTOBER2016

2 NATIONAL CANCER REGISTRY SANDRINGHAM MEDICAL SCIENTIST PAY ZONE: DEPENDS ON EXPERIENCE 1016/ To conduct research relevant to the NCR organisational aims, to teach, train and supervise undergraduate and post-graduate students from the University and NHLS, and to participate in cancer surveillance activities and research Conduct relevant research (basic and applied) that promotes departmental interests in order to gain new knowledge and improve understanding in line with the NCR s goal of becoming a leading cancer research and surveillance organisation Manage and expand existing projects and international collaborations pertaining to molecular biology research in the field of cancer Manage and participate in the Johannesburg Cancer Case control study, including grant applications, data management, sample curatorship and scientific outputs Ensure that the outputs from the NCR projects and surveillance are disseminated via appropriate channels, including website, scientific journals and regular reports Write grant proposals and secure funding for projects related to cancer Provide skill transfer to trainees and participate in teaching and supervision of students and staff Contribute towards the planning, execution and management of cancer surveillance related activities Msc in science PhD in Science will be advantageous Previous experience in cancer research Previous experience in Molecular Biology Writing publication Writing of grant proposals Preparation and presentation of lectures Exam compilation Research methodology Computer literacy Specific laboratory techniques Communication skills (verbal and written) Scientific writing skills Troubleshooting skills Interpersonal skills Budgeting skills Data analysis and interpretation skills

3 CENTRE FOR OPPORTUNISTIC, TROPICAL AND HOSPITAL INFECTIONS SANDRINGHAM FIELD PROJECT COORDINATOR PAY ZONE: C3 1016/ To provide an effective, efficient and quality surveillance project to reach the project targets and timelines in line with business needs while ensuring a high quality of incoming data Coordinate and understand / GERMS-SA and centre-specific surveillance projects in all provinces and oversee the applicable projects in order to ensure that correct procedures are followed Perform the required audits / checks, e.g. for correctness of data, quality and consistency and generate data queries for the site surveillance staff through paper based case report forms and electronic mobile capture of forms in order to maintain the integrity of the program Coordinate projects and research targets to ensure that the general and overall tasks are effectively, efficiently and cost-effectively adhered to Help supervise staff at sites and oversee that sufficient staffing levels are maintained for the project's smooth functioning Train, develop and manage staff to ensure they have the skills required by the organisation and are able to achieve their performance objectives Perform site visits in all provinces (including non-enhanced surveillance sites) to give laboratory feedback to improve laboratory participation in the program ssist with submission and obtaining ethics approval and permissions for surveillance and research projects in order to ensure that research and surveillance is carried out with permissions in place and in an ethical manner Oversee the implementation of and compliance to policies to ensure a standardised workplace as well as update existing project SOPs and writing of new SOPs to ensure that best practice guidelines are maintained Assess the surveillance project s needs in order to make input into the annual budget Assist with organising and running of meetings with surveillance officers to ensure that feedback and training are given regularly, e.g. surveillance officer meetings, weekly teleconference, etc Assist with generating surveillance reports as required to monitor work and performance status of the services and take corrective action when required Advise subordinate staff on project related queries in order to resolve these queries timeously and follow up surveillance cases in order to receive clinical information Ensure that all project documents are kept up to date in line with the approved protocol and filed for record and audit purposes Keep up to date with relevant, current and emerging research, methods and technologies to ensure personal growth and development as well as to initiate and assist in new research projects, present data at conferences and publish papers Degree in Heath Care/ Allied Health Care (Pharmaceutical, Scoial work, Nursing, Veterinarian Sciences, etc) Registration with the appropriate regulatory board Masters in Public Heath/Epidemiology or progress towards the said post graduate training will be an advantage Valid Driver s licence 3-5 years post qualification experience in the relevant field 3 years research/surveillance experience (preference will be given to candidates with experience in field programme work) Knowledge of surveillance and research methodologies Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice Computer literacy Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Attention to detail Project management skills People management skills Research skills Data analysis and study design skills Enquiries may be directed to Gomotsang , Gomotsang.mogomane@nhls.ac.za or visit the NHLS career page at

4 GRANTS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION KLERKSDORP TSHEPONG HOSPITAL FIELD PROJECT COORDINATOR (FIXED TERM CONTRACT: 12 MONTHS) C3 CDC1016/ Assist in planning, resourcing and co-ordination of all research activities for the Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Meningitis Communicate effectively with national and international partners and stakeholders, including laboratories and surveillance departmental sections to ensure that research projects are supported effectively Review clinical case report forms and data for consistency and accuracy Update the Principal Investigator/s on study progress Assist with managing and training surveillance officers and other relevant staff Assist with surveillance and research work at local sites when surveillance officers are away Assist with site visits and surveillance audits Follow up surveillance cases telephonically Assist with organising and running surveillance officer meetings and other unit meetings Compile surveillance reports Assist with obtaining ethics approval and permissions for surveillance and research projects Advise surveillance officers with Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Respiratory Diseases surveillance (and other projects) related queries Update and write SOPs and ensure that all surveillance staff comply therein Present surveillance findings at national and international conferences and meetings Assist in the development of targets for monitoring surveillance sites and report quarterly as to whether these targets were met or not Collate projects statistics for surveillance sites Assist in research projects ensuring quality of data Comply with any reasonable and lawful instruction issued by the manager. Four year professional qualification (Nursing, Pharmacy, Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy or other health related courses) Appropriate registration with a regulatory body Administration/ Management qualification preferable 3 years clinical experience 2 years clinical research knowledge of study protocols Interest in public health work, applied epidemiology or communicable diseases Report writing skills Teaching skills Leadership skills Computer skills Communication skills Time management

5 EDENDALE HOSPITAL, KZN FIELD PROJECT COORDINATOR (FIXED TERM CONTRACT: 12 MONTHS) C3 CDC1016/ Assist in planning, resourcing and co-ordination of all research activities for the Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Meningitis Communicate effectively with national and international partners and stakeholders, including laboratories and surveillance departmental sections to ensure that research projects are supported effectively Review clinical case report forms and data for consistency and accuracy Update the Principal Investigator/s on study progress Assist with managing and training surveillance officers and other relevant staff Assist with surveillance and research work at local sites when surveillance officers are away Assist with site visits and surveillance audits Follow up surveillance cases telephonically Assist with organising and running surveillance officer meetings and other unit meetings Compile surveillance reports Assist with obtaining ethics approval and permissions for surveillance and research projects Advise surveillance officers with Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Respiratory Diseases surveillance (and other projects) related queries Update and write SOPs and ensure that all surveillance staff comply therein Present surveillance findings at national and international conferences and meetings Assist in the development of targets for monitoring surveillance sites and report quarterly as to whether these targets were met or not Collate projects statistics for surveillance sites Assist in research projects ensuring quality of data Comply with any reasonable and lawful instruction issued by the manager. Four year professional qualification (Nursing, Pharmacy, Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy or other health related courses) Appropriate registration with a regulatory body Administration/ Management qualification preferable 3 years clinical experience 2 years clinical research knowledge of study protocols Interest in public health work, applied epidemiology or communicable diseases Report writing skills Teaching skills Leadership skills Computer skills Communication skills Time management

6 AGINCOURT CLINIC-MPUMALANGA SURVEILLANCE OFFICER (FIXED TERM CONTRACT: 12 MONTHS) C2 CDC1016/ To collect clinical data from patients at designated sites for surveillance and research purposes. The surveillance officer will be involved in clinic, community and hospital based surveillance and research for programmes that fall within the Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Meningitis. Rapidly identify surveillance cases by (1) close liaison with the clinical laboratory, (2) daily review of all laboratory records, and (3) by using other methods that have been put in place for that site Obtain informed consent and interview patients, clinicians and relatives to fulfill ethical requirements and ensure reliability of data Complete case report forms by interview and /or record reviews and submit to the timeously Conduct pre- and post-counseling for HIV testing, as specified in the relevant surveillance or research protocol Monitor the progress and outcome of patients in and out of the hospital to ensure accurate data collection and recording File surveillance and research records on-site after data collection, according to the relevant protocol Compile site statistics, as required by line manager Actively participate in and contribute to surveillance related activities e.g. special research studies nested within the surveillance programme, programme evaluations etc. This may include activities such as patient enrolment into research projects, follow-up of patients, collecting specimens from patients, travel to patient homes or health facilities in the local area, obtaining information from clinics or hospitals management as well as any reasonable task assigned by the line manager Assist to obtain permission and ethics approval for surveillance and research activities in the region Perform task assigned by the line manager, related to CRDM surveillance and research. Registered as a Professional Nurse SANC registration Counseling course recommended 3 (Three) -5 (Five) years clinical work, post qualification experience 2-3 years in clinical research would be an advantage Good communication skills Crisis intervention skills Counseling skills Interpersonal and peoples skills Ability to work under pressure Attention to detail is essential Ability to maintain confidentiality of data Ability to speak Xhosa would be advantageous

7 CENTRE FOR OPPORTUNISTIC, TROPICAL AND HOSPITAL INFECTIONS SANDRINGHAM RESEARCH ASSISTANT (FIXED TERM CONTRACT: 12 MONTHS) B2 CDC1016/ To assist with the execution of fungal disease-related research and surveillance projects which form part of the activities of the s Centre for Opportunistic, Tropical and Hospital Infections Assist with identification of patients meeting the surveillance or research study case definition Assist with collection of demographic and clinical data from patients meeting the surveillance or research study case definition Assist to complete structured interviews from patients who meet the case definition for surveillance or research project Assist to obtain informed consent from case patients or their next of keen Receive and courier specimens such as urine and blood samples Trace results of routine investigations such as imaging and laboratory tests Assist in preparation of presentations, report writing and other project-related topics Assist with maintaining stocks and inventories of surveillance documents Complete surveillance related documentation such as logs and case investigation forms Prepare patient and site study files Help with the induction and training of new staff to the project Form part of an effective team, working with other key surveillance, research and hospital-based staff Attend necessary programme-related meetings to review performance with the study team Monitor the progress and outcome of patients in and out of the hospital to ensure accurate data collection and recording File surveillance and research records on-site after data collection, according to the relevant protocol Actively participate in and contribute to surveillance and research-related activities Perform tasks assigned by the line manager, related to surveillance and research programmes Perform other study-related duties, such as photocopying, preparation of ethics applications and data entry from study questionnaires as requested by the senior study staff Follow established safety, environment or infection control policies, procedure and objectives Grade 12 Certificate as an Enrolled Nurse/ Enrolled Nurse Assistant will be advantageous HIV VCT education and counseling course will be advantageous 1-2 years of experience Good communication skills Counseling skills Interpersonal and people skills Ability to work under pressure Attention to detail is essential Ability to maintain confidentiality of data Willing to travel to research or surveillance sites in Johannesburg /Pretoria.

8 SANDRINGHAM OFFICER ADMINISTRATOR (FIXED TERM CONTRACT: 12 MONTHS) C1 CDC1016/ The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support for projects conducted by the Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Meningitis (CRDM) and for CRDM staff in order to ensure maximum efficiency. Work as part of a team based at the Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Meningitis to facilitate sound administration on assigned projects Keep and maintain efficient administrative support to the Centre to ensure maximum efficiency and smooth running of the centre including review and approval of office/ laboratory supply acquisitions Handle general incoming and outgoing correspondence, (telephone, , fax etc.), including taking any necessary action and maintaining accurate records Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders within NHLS and the study sites and other relevant organizations in order to improve administrative processes, communications and information flows Responsible for organizing local and international meetings and workshops from conception through to completion, including liaison with international coordinators/ budget holders, suppliers and venue; also including liaison with participants and organising travel and accommodation Facilitate proper reporting-management and report-writing Responsible for ensuring that all new staff in the Centre will be received and inducted into the Centre provided with resources required to fulfil their position (e.g. computer, office space, pin codes and pass cards) Handling and reconciliation of Petty Cash in accordance with the policies and procedures Ensure monthly stock take sheets are completed and submitted in accordance with policies and procedures Receive and distribute courier parcels to ensure that the courier deliveries are efficiently distributed within the division Perform routine administrative (minute taking, filing, faxing, follow up on outstanding issues etc.) duties for the centre to ensure that the centre operates smoothly Assist with administrative duties to ensure that surveillance sites function smoothly Assist with travel arrangements for the centre Comply with reasonable request from the line manager. Grade 12 Business Administration Diploma or equivalent will be advantageous 3 years experience in a similar environment Effective time management skills Positive, enthusiastic and self-motivated approach to work Organised, thorough and accurate Adaptable with the ability to multi-task and priorities Demonstrated resourcefulness and ability to solve problems Ability to ensure all tasks are seen through to completion Attention to detail and quality Approachable and professional Comfortable and effective working with senior management Demonstrated Compute Literacy in MS word and excel. Enquiries may be directed to Zinhle , Zinhle.buthelezi@nhls.ac.za or visit the NHLS career page at