Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness Quality Assurance Coordinator Vacancy 2026 | Salary: R487,197 per annum

Opportunity Overview

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting applications for a Quality Assurance Coordinator position. This role is part of the Provincial Administration: Western Cape, operating within the Provincial Government.

The department is committed to promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in employment, aiming to achieve equity in the workplace through this advertisement. This is a valuable opportunity for qualified health professionals to contribute to the provincial healthcare system.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Appropriate 4-year Health related Diploma/degree or equivalent in Health Sciences, registerable with a South African Statutory Health Professions Council or South African Nursing Council.
• Experience:
• Appropriate experience in Quality Assurance (QA).
• Appropriate experience in Infection Prevention Control (IPC).
• Appropriate experience in Occupation Health and Safety (OH&S).
• Appropriate experience in Management.
• Inherent Requirements:
• Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the Rural Districts.
• Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):
• Ability to analyse and interpret Health Systems Information, compile reports, and present data to direct planning.
• Knowledge of Project and Financial Management.
• Good organisational, interpersonal, creative problem-solving, and research skills.
• Computer literacy (Ms Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to communicate eloquently and effectively (both verbal and written).

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Support Health Establishment staff with the implementation of the Ideal Clinic Realisation and Maintenance (ICRM) and Ideal Hospital Realisation and Maintenance.
• Ensure the maintenance of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) standards.
• Establish measures to ensure the health and safety of staff and users.
• Support the addressing of healthcare risks.
• Ensure that Health Establishments have updated Quality Improvement (QI) related policies, guidelines, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and that these are followed by staff.
• Help build the competency of staff.
• Monitor data quality in Health Establishments.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online.

• Application Portal: Visit www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
• Steps: Click on "online applications" to proceed with your submission.
• Closing Date: 12 June 2026 at 17:00 PM