COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER

Department of Health

Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

Salary: R413 001 per annum
Centre: Klipfontein / Mitchells Plain Sub-structure office
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 16 November 2026
Circular: No 39 of 2026

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Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent. Experience: Appropriate experience in facilitating community participation. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver's license and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Understanding of Project Management and evaluation of projects. A working knowledge of Health-related regulation pertaining to the district health council, the hospital boards and clinic committees. Good co-ordination, problem solving and training skills. Computer literacy (Ms Word, PowerPoint and Excel). Working knowledge of governance-related legislation and regulations, and health promotion principles. Understanding of communication processes with communities, internal staff, and external partners. Ability to compile reports, take minutes, capture community feedback, and perform administrative duties accurately.

Duties

Plan and ensure successful implementation of the Health Facilities Board Act. Liaise with health orientated community organisations to ensure effective communication between services and the communities. Organise, co-ordinate, conduct and monitor effective capacity building programs for relevant role players. Responsible for the representation and marketing of the Sub-structure Office health services at the relevant health orientated community organisations. Interact with management and other colleagues of the Sub-structure Office. Perform related administrative duties. Provide technical and administrative support to the Violence Prevention unit, as required.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Dr M Paleker Tel No: (021) 370-5000

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 30 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 October 2026.