The Department of Health is inviting applications for 415 Data Capturer – HAST positions across various health districts. This recruitment opportunity is aimed at candidates who have Grade 12 and basic computer literacy skills, with knowledge of health data management being an added advantage.
Successful applicants will provide administrative and data capturing support within the HIV/AIDS, STIs and TB (HAST) directorate. The positions offer an annual salary of R201,093, plus benefits.
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit their applications online before the closing date.
Job Details
- Employer: Department of Health
- Position: Data Capturer – HAST
- Reference Number: REFS/057389
- Directorate: HIV/AIDS, STIs and TB (HAST)
- Number of Posts: 415
- Salary: R201,093 per annum plus benefits
- Job Category: Administration / Data Capturing
About the Data Capturer HAST Position
The successful candidates will assist the Department of Health with capturing, updating, managing and maintaining health information.
The role involves working with electronic databases and ensuring that information is accurate, complete and consistent. Data Capturers will also provide general administrative support, prepare routine reports and assist with the management of official documents.
Knowledge of health information systems, particularly Tier.Net, will be an advantage.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12, Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification.
- Basic knowledge of administrative processes.
- Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes.
- Good communication skills.
- Numeracy skills.
- Ability to draw and work with data.
Knowledge of health data management, especially Tier.Net, will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidates will perform various data capturing and administrative duties, including:
- Capturing information on the DHIS database.
- Updating the Health Information Management (HIM) database.
- Performing monthly data reconciliations.
- Capturing and updating information on computer systems.
- Generating spreadsheets and maintaining electronic databases.
- Validating information to ensure accuracy, completeness and consistency.
- Compiling routine statistical reports and information.
- Maintaining and updating the DHIS database.
- Retrieving information required by the directorate.
- Registering and tracking official documents.
- Receiving and recording documents submitted for administrative processing.
- Taking meeting minutes when required.
- Answering telephone calls and responding to office enquiries.
- Updating and filing records according to established filing standards.
- Submitting reports to the relevant directorate.
- Performing other duties delegated by the supervisor.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Candidates should be self-motivated, responsive and able to maintain a positive attitude in the workplace.
Good time management, communication and organisational skills are important. Applicants should also understand the Batho Pele principles and demonstrate a commitment to professional public service.
Important Application Information
Applications must be submitted strictly online through the Gauteng Provincial Government e-Recruitment portal.
Applicants must complete and sign the new Z83 application form and attach a recently updated, comprehensive CV.
Applications without the required Z83 form and detailed CV will be disqualified.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Human Resources to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents. These documents must not be older than six months on or before the interview date.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), and applicants must provide the relevant evaluation certificate.
Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The department is committed to promoting representivity in the Public Service.
Final Thoughts
The Gauteng Department of Health Data Capturer HAST recruitment offers 415 opportunities for applicants with Grade 12 and computer literacy skills. With an annual salary of R201,093 plus benefits, this is an opportunity worth considering for candidates interested in administrative and health information management work.
Applicants should carefully prepare their documents and ensure that their applications meet all the stated requirements.
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