Current vacancies

Please find below the details for our current vacancies.

Thanks for your interest in working for the Association of Palliative Care Centres or our member organisations.

We don’t use CVs or keep them on file and look forward to applications for specific vacancies using the process outlined. See inside each vacancy for details of the role and how to apply.

Vacancies

Advocacy Manager: Association of Palliative Care Centres (APCC)

About APCC:

The Vision of APCC is a South Africa where all people have access to quality palliative care.

Its Mission is to provide training, quality assurance and strategic support to APCC members, partners, & the health care sector, to enable quality palliative care for patients & their loved ones.

Job Overview:

The APCC Advocacy Manager will lead the APCC advocacy efforts, developing and implementing strategies to influence palliative care policy development and implementation and positioning APCC and its members strategically in the process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement advocacy strategies aligned with the organisation’s mission and goals.
  • Policy Implementation: Support the implementation of the National Department of Health Policy Framework and Strategy on Palliative Care at national and provincial level and position APCC and its members strategically in the implementation of this policy.
  • Promote the services of APCC: Promote APCC as the custodian of palliative care in South Africa and as the quality assurance agency for palliative care.
  • Promote the services of APCC members: Promote APCC members as accredited palliative care service providers.
  • Campaign Management: Design and lead advocacy campaigns, including setting objectives, identifying target audiences, and leveraging various media and communication channels.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including the national and provincial Departments of Health, the Board of Health Funders, the Council for Medical Schemes, Medical Aids, NGOs, community leaders, and media representatives.
  • Capacity Building: Train APCC members in advocacy skills and strategies.
  • Public Relations: Represent the organisation in public forums, media interviews, and at conferences, effectively communicating our advocacy messages.
  • Funding and Resource Mobilization: Identify and pursue funding opportunities to support advocacy initiatives, including grant writing and partnership development.
  • Information Management: Keep the APCC CEO and management informed about relevant palliative care and related conferences, meetings, workshops and publications.

Requirements:

  • Education: A relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
  • Experience: A Minimum of 5 years of experience in the health & welfare sector including palliative care and advocacy experience.

Skills:

  • Strong understanding of the South African health & welfare sector.
  • Excellent research, analytical, writing and presentation skills.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement successful advocacy strategies and campaigns.
  • Previous work experience with NDoH is desired.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in media relations and public speaking.
  • Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for advocacy and campaign management.

Personal Attributes:

  • Passionate about social justice, human rights and palliative care.
  • Highly motivated, with a proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organisational and project management skills, with attention to detail.

To apply, email your CV and a motivating letter to finance@apcc.org.za by 12 July 2024.

The Highway Hospice Association

Urgent! HospiceWits – Palliative Care Nurse

Do you have a passion for supporting patients and families during their end-of-life journey?

HospiceWits is seeking a compassionate and experienced Palliative Care Nurse to join our team.

What you’ll do:

  • Provide exceptional care to patients at home
  • Manage pain and symptoms
  • Offer emotional support to patients and families
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
  • Train and mentor others

We are looking for someone with:

  • Registered Nurse qualification
  • 5-10 years’ experience, preferably in palliative care
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A caring and supportive approach

This is a fast-paced and rewarding role.  If you’re ready to make a difference, send your CV to Francois@hospicewits.co.za

Msunduzi Hospice Association

Lambano Children’s Medical Step-Down Facility/Hospice