Life Healthcare Vacancies

1. Porter | Emergency Unit
2. Junior Administration Clerk
3. Pharmacist Assistant (Qualified Post Basic)
4. Administration Clerk | Finance
5. Stock Controller
6. Frontline Payroll Administrator
7. Hospital Secretary
8. IT Network Support Specialist
9. IT Security Operations Analyst
10. SAP Support Specialist

Porter | Emergency Unit

FacilityLife Bay View Private HospitalPositionPorter | Emergency UnitIntroduction

A permanent on demand (POD) position for a Porter has become available at Life Bay View, Mossel Bay. 

This position reports to Carmen van der Merwe, Unit Manager – Emergency Unit, and will be part of a professional team that is continuously striving for the highest standards of quality in healthcare.Critical Outputs

• Professional interaction with clients
• Transport patients from Emergency Unit to Radiology and Wards
• Assist patients with wheelchair/stretcher to and from vehicles, to the Emergency Unit and respective wards
• Porter patients requiring assistance on discharge from the Emergency Unit to hospital exit/vehicle
• Check wheelchairs for cleanliness and whether in need of repairs
• To ensure fresh water and cups in the Emergency waiting area
• To record and deliver ethical and surgical stock to the Emergency Unit, safely, securely and timeously
• Moving furniture, stores and medical equipment safely
• Assisting with cleaning and making of beds
• Handing in and collecting of Emergency Unit instruments at CSSD
• Movement of cylinders of gas within the Emergency Unit
• Performing general administrative and other related duties as requested

Requirements

• Matric 
• Must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19
• Physically fit, possess physical strength for heavy boxes, drive and energy 
• Experience in working in customer service/dealing with customers 
• Experience in working in healthcare will be an advantage 
• Able to work in a team 
• Responsible, meticulous and efficient
• Good time management with the ability to work under pressure, independently and in a team
• Ability to work shifts on a rotational basis. Night shift will be required

Competencies

• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal and written communication
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Organisational awareness
• Leading by example
• Motivating and developing people
• Customer responsiveness

EmailRecruitment.Bayview@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateWednesday, February 14, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Junior Administration Clerk

FunctionFinance/AdministrationFacilityLife Flora HospitalPositionJunior Administration ClerkIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a Junior Administration Clerk, based at Life Flora Hospital, reporting to Zander Van Schoor, Finance and Administration Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for handling supplier payments, queries and ensuring accounts payable functions are up to date.Critical Outputs

• Responsible for assisting in capturing of data
• Third party invoicing and accounts payable
• Prepare daily banking schedule
• Receipting all Supplier invoices and send to Head office for payment
• Reconciling all cash and credit card payments for the hospital and pharmacy
• Complete discrepancy file
• Processing of Credit Card Refunds
• Assisting Head office with invoice queries
• Assisting with adhoc functions

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Bookkeeping certificate or equivalent will be advantageous
• SAP system experience
• Proficient in MS Office

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement 
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing
• Action orientation
• Building relationships 
• Customer responsiveness 
• Organisational awareness
• Excellence orientation 
• Ethical behaviour

EmailFlora.Recruitment@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateMonday, February 12, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Pharmacist Assistant (Qualified Post Basic)

FunctionPharmacyFacilityLife Beacon Bay HospitalPositionPharmacist Assistant (Qualified Post Basic)Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Pharmacist Assistant based at Life Beacon Bay Hospital, reporting to Teresa Kriel, Senior Pharmacist.

The successful candidate will be responsible for \ensuring that the quality pharmaceutical services, financial objectives, legislative compliance and people management requirements are achieved to the required standards.Critical Outputs

• Processing of prescriptions and credits.
• Perform duties as per scope of practice as prescribed by the South African Pharmacy Council.
• Issuing of ethical stock to wards and Theatre.
• Ordering and unpacking of ethical stock.
• Participate in stocktaking and cycle counts.
• Procurement, control and distribution of pharmaceutical stock.
• Implement pharmacy quality initiatives.
• Participate in achieving stock targets.
• Achieve optimal retail system utilisation.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in team.

Requirements

• Registered as a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant with the SAPC
• Experience in hospital pharmacy would be an advantage
• Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy legislation and regulatory frameworks
• Computer literacy is an essential requirement and a knowledge of Impilo & SAP would be advantages
• Excellent interpersonal skills are important as a good relationship with doctors, hospital staff and suppliers are essential.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Influencing skills
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

EmailRecruitment.Beaconbay@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateMonday, February 12, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Administration Clerk | Finance

FunctionFinance/AdministrationFacilityLife West Coast Private HospitalPositionAdministration Clerk | FinanceIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a Finance Administration Clerk, based at Life West Coast Private Hospital, reporting to the Hospital Manager, Kobus van Wyk.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a part of the ordering process and all other administration duties related to the hospital’s finance processes as well as ad hoc information management and systems support.Critical Outputs

• Responsible for uploading all orders on the SAP system
• Receipting of all invoices and submission to AP Capture for payment
• Preparing monthly accruals
• Maintaining the budgets for different departments
• Recording and reconciling of transactions
• Assist with daily banking and preparing and uploading recon when necessary
• Constantly striving to improve working methods and controls to improve standardisation and efficiencies
• Ad Hoc system (IT) support
• Assisting Head Office with invoice queries
• Assisting with ad hoc functions

Requirements

• Grade 12 (with accounting would be advantageous)
• Bookkeeping certificate or equivalent will be advantageous
• SAP System experience
• Working well under pressure
• Attention to details
• Deadline driven
• Proficient in MS Office

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing
• Action orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Contact

Pauline GousTel022 719 1030 ext. 279EmailLWCPHapplications@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateMonday, February 12, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Stock Controller

FunctionPharmacyFacilityLife St George’s HospitalPositionStock ControllerIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a Stock Controller based at Life St Georges Hospital. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and co-ordinating the Pharmacy services within the hospital environment by ensuring that the quality pharmaceutical services, financial objectives, legislative compliance and people management requirements are achieved to the required standards. 

This position will work in the Wards and the Pharmacy.Critical Outputs

Effective medication safety management

• Report 100% of inventory incidents and develop and implement remedial actions as appropriate
• Complete trend analysis with relevant actions quarterly with Pharmacy and Theatre unit manager
• Report 100% of alerts and develop and implement remedial action and complete a trend analysis quarterly

Effective quality management systems

• Participate in the implementation and compliance to LHC Quality management systems
• Ensure compliance with SAPC, DOH, and LHC legal and professional standards
• Achieve required customer service levels in theatre

Effective financial management

• Participate in achieving hospital budgeted financial measures relating to pharmacy, ward and theatre stock management

Effective product management and DOMINO

• Participate in the active management of cost of sales of pharmaceuticals in line with revenue, budget and set targets
• Build effective working relationships with doctors and nursing colleagues

Effective asset management

• Participate in achieving stock targets
• Achieve optimal system utilisation, including the management of stock reports
• Perform stock counts, reconciling differences and implementing corrective actions
• Sell dead stock
• Maintain preferred levels 
• Order and unpack stock, and follow up with suppliers as needed
• Co-ordinate month end stock procedures
• Filing

Requirements

• Grade 12 (matric certificate) required 
• Computer literate (Internet, E-mail, MS Word/Excel). 
• Experience within inventory management or relevant experience within a hospital environment would be most advantageous 
• Ability to work within a team environment is essential 
• Knowledge of inventory control processes, procedures and practises
• Reliable transport and ability to work flexi shifts at times

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement 
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer awareness

Fax086 683 6827EmailRecruitmenthr@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateSunday, February 18, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Frontline Payroll Administrator

FunctionHuman ResourcesFacilityLife Vincent Pallotti HospitalPositionFrontline Payroll AdministratorIntroduction

A Frontline Payroll Administrator for Life Vincent Pallotti, LHS – 481. This vacancy exists in the Coast West region reporting to the Payroll Specialist.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating, administering and processing accurate and complete HR related information in order to achieve error free HR processes in support of Company strategic objectives.Critical Outputs

Effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders through ongoing communication sessions and address queries.
• Identify gaps and implement corrective action where necessary, alternatively escalate to relevant HR representative and/or line manager.

Effective quality management systems

• Review HR documentation against check list, ensure receipt, validate documentation against LHC standards and liaise with line manager regarding any discrepancies.
• Review outputs of HR documentation from Centre, identify discrepancies and provide feedback where necessary.
• Review outstanding LifeLink call tickets daily, ensure applicable HR representative has resolved query within SLA timeframe and provide ongoing feedback.

Effective processing of HR information

• Capture relevant HR information on Educos Vision modules accurately.
• Review Kronos (Time and attendance) process to ensure line managers are capturing data correctly, review LifeLink tickets and action accordingly.
• Ensure relevant deadlines are communicated, documentation is distributed to and completed by line managers and submitted to Centre according to deadline.

Effective usage of HR systems

• Ensure changes to Educos Vision modules are communicated to line managers and support line on the usage of the modules.
• Review system change communications, attend formal training sessions and participate in staff communication and training sessions relating to system enhancements and changes.
• Understanding of call tickets systems (managing input and channeling it to HO)

Effective governance and risk management

• Act as custodian of Company policies, processes, practices and systems as it relates to payroll and escalate non-compliance accordingly.
• Participate in internal and external audits by providing relevant HR information during the audit process, escalate issues to line manager, review outputs of audits and implement corrective action.

Requirements

• Relevant payroll qualification with 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience within a large (2000+) corporate environment.
• Exposure to HR systems within large corporate environment (preferably Healthcare sector). Vision Educos payroll and Kronos (time and attendance) exposure will be an advantage.   
• Basic understanding of relevant labour legislation.
• Understanding of SA tax legislation.
• Computer proficiency.
• Driver’s licence & own transport.

Competencies

• Problem solving, analysis & judgment                                
• Attention to detail 
• Resilience
• Verbal & written communication 
• Influencing
• Monitoring
• Planning
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation (concern for high quality)
• Ethical behavior (honesty)
• Building relationships and networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness

EmailCareers@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateMonday, February 12, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Hospital Secretary

FunctionFinance/AdministrationFacilityLife Carstenhof HospitalPositionHospital SecretaryIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a Hospital Secretary, based at Life Carstenhof Hospital, reporting to the Hospital Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for responsible for providing full secretarial and administration support to the Hospital Manager and Nursing Manager.Critical Outputs

• Diary management
• Typing and formatting all relevant correspondence and other documentation in MS Word
• Creating and updating relevant spreadsheets in MS Excel
• Designing and formatting of presentations on MS PowerPoint
• Managing and maintaining an efficient filing system
• Coordinating month end reports
• Keeping of an accurate record of the minutes
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Dealing with telephonic enquires for the managers
• Travel arrangements
• Setting up of meetings / interviews and all associated arrangements
• Interfacing professionally with internal and external customers
• Complaint investigation and customer feedback
• Assist the HR function, with the focus on recruitment, Kronos and payroll support

Requirements

• A secretarial diploma would be an advantage
• Secretarial administration experience for a number of managers
• Extensive knowledge of MS Office is a pre-requisite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Competencies

• Fanatical attention to details
• Be well-organised and output driven
• Resilient
• Performance pride
• Conflict Management

EmailRecruitment.Carstenhof@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateTuesday, February 13, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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IT Network Support Specialist

FunctionInformation TechnologyFacilityLife Head OfficePositionIT Network Support SpecialistIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a IT Network Support Specialist based at Life Healthcare Head Office in Dunkeld, reporting to the Network Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible to ensure the stable operation of the in-house computer network.

This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimising all network hardware, software, and communication links.

Implementation of policies and procedures to ensure system provisioning and maintenance that is consistent with company goals, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.Critical Outputs

• Analyze network data to determine network usage.
• Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
• Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.
• Document network support activities.
• Configure and define parameters for installation or testing of local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), hubs, routers, switches, controllers, multiplexers, or related Networking equipment.
• Evaluate local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN) performance data to ensure sufficient availability or speed, to identify network problems, or for disaster recovery purposes.
• Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
• Install and configure wireless networking equipment.
• Install network software, including security or firewall software.
• Install new hardware or software systems or components, ensuring integration with existing network systems.
• Install or repair network cables, including fiber optic cables.
• Perform routine maintenance or standard repairs to networking components or equipment.
• Test computer software or hardware, using standard diagnostic testing equipment and procedures.
• Troubleshoot network or connectivity problems for users or user groups.
• Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
• Back up network data.
• Create or revise user instructions, procedures, or manuals.
• Create or update technical documentation for network installations or changes to existing installations.
• Document help desk requests and resolutions.
• Maintain logs of network activity.
• Monitor industry websites or publications for information about patches, releases, viruses, or potential problem identification.
• Provide telephone support related to networking or connectivity issues.
• Research hardware or software products to meet technical networking or security needs. 
• Run monthly network reports.
• Test repaired items to ensure proper operation.
• Train users in procedures related to network applications software or related systems.

Strategy and planning:

• Perform network LAN, WAN and Integrated Voice Network Designs
• LHC MPLS capacity Planning and management
• LHC IP addressing and SUBNET Planning
• Determine the relevant role players involved in the installation/implementation and their responsibilities
• Submitting the necessary change requests for the installation/implementation indicating actions and dates
• Conduct the appropriate pre-implementation testing in accordance with test cases and scenarios developing an installation plan to ensure smooth implementation

Operational management:

• Conduct network assessments on client sites and report on findings with possible network solutions
• Manage all site network hardware and equipment, Firewalls, switches, and UPSs
• Manage security solutions, including Fortigate firewall, Symantec Email Gateway, and intrusion detection systems providing service access configuration and management
• Arrange Change Control with clients where applicable
• Determine Production system network dependencies and independencies to other equipment/systems and the applicable impact
• LAN / WAN Network connectivity troubleshooting, monitor network equipment/systems and dependent equipment/systems to ensure that the network equipment/system operates according to standards and specifications
• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
• Monitor network equipment/systems and dependent equipment/systems to operation according to LHC standards and specifications providing network performance statistics and reports
• Recommend, schedule, and perform network improvements, upgrades, and repairs conducting workshops to consult all relevant role players and assign responsibilities
• Supervise repair faults by providers in accordance with LHC standards and specifications; or escalate to the relevant role players for a solution
• Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team
• Liaise closely with 3rd party vendors and maintain a strong working relationships to determine and implement maintenance actions required
• Conduct the appropriate pre-implementation testing in accordance with test cases and scenarios developing an installation plan to ensure smooth implementation
• Required to inform the relevant equipment/system owners of dependent network equipment/systems and the relevant actions required
• ITIL Process management
• Monthly reporting

Documentation:

• Generate documentation on Systems
• Keeping system designs up to date
• Document backup and recovery
• Review current policies and procedures

Acquisition & deployment:

• Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards in support of network procurement and development effort
• Configure, Deploy and maintain All Life Healthcare Cisco devices
• Fortigate Firewall and Wireless Deployment

Project/Task Delivery:

• Develop and document accurate bill of quantities utilising in house skills and preferred sub-contractors
• Provide Low Level design
• Implement project deliverables as per Low level Designs and Project Plan
• Install network equipment/systems within the allocated/agreed time frames
• Responsible to ensure quality assurance on all network designs and project installations conducted by Service providers

GOVERNANCE

• Ensure appropriate management of the risk profile for the area of accountability, manage critical risks and ensure feedback integration.

PEOPLE

• Communicate deviations to best practice, foster an environment of continuous learning and improved employee engagement levels.

FINANCE

• Implement effective financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of accountability.

CLIENT

• Define and influence relationships and service level agreements made with internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to ensure integrated approaches in pursuit of collective goals.

Requirements

• At least 5-7 years related work experience dealing with Network Infrastructure 
• Network Support Specialist experience across multiple platforms an advantage.
• 4-6 years’ experience in an IT role
• Experience in a healthcare, insurance, banking or financial services environment. 
• IT Management experience in a contact centre environment 
• Diploma or Degree in Information Technology or related IT qualification
• Relevant security certifications in Information security – e.g. 
• CISSP an advantage Demonstrable experience in managing Service Delivery in an out-sourced environment
• Previous experience in the healthcare, insurance, banking or financial services industry will be advantageous. Significant experience of multiple vendor management and contracts
• Qualification: CCNA, CCNP, ITIL Foundation
• Experience 5 – 10 years in an IT Networking Operational environment
• Sound knowledge of Firewalls and Cisco switches
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage.
• Driver’s license and ability to travel
• Working technical knowledge of network, PC, and platform operating systems
• Hands-on software and hardware troubleshooting experience
• Experience with data management
• Switch firmware management
• Experience documenting and maintaining configuration and process information
• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement 
• Resilience
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation 
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships 
• Customer responsiveness 
• Organisational awareness
• Leading by example
• Motivating and developing people

Emailcareers@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateWednesday, February 14, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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IT Security Operations Analyst

FunctionInformation TechnologyFacilityLife Head OfficePositionIT Security Operations AnalystIntroduction

A vacancy exists for an IT Security Operations Analyst based at Life Healthcare Head Office in Dunkeld, reporting to the Head: Technology Services.

The responsibility of the successful incumbent is to manage access to domain resources and business systems within the Banking environment. This involves the day-to-day administration of user accounts and privileges throughout the user account lifecycle.

The incumbent will be responsible for security administration and user provisioning to network resources and internal Business systems, and administration will be performed on Active Directory and the various Business applications and services.Critical Outputs

     Operational Support:

• Create user accounts on Active Directory domain and across Application environments.        
• Perform password resets and access revocations.
• Implement and maintain security roles/profiles and entitlements throughout the user account lifecycle.
• Develop and update access control lists
• Process security authorisation requests in accordance with operating procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve authorisation issues on Microsoft Active Directory.
• Assist in implementing, maintaining, monitoring and reporting of security solutions on endpoints.  
• Assist with updating software with the latest security patches and ensuring that proper security controls are present on endpoint resources.
• Provision and maintain access to securable network resources (e.g. share folders, network drives, Internet access).
• Document and implement security administration procedures that safeguard the operating environment against accidental or unauthorised modification or disclosure.
• Provide monthly management information to demonstrate performance of the service.
• Adhere to Life Healthcare policies to ensure a secure operating environment.
• Engage with Business whenever role reviews are required.
• Consult with staff, managers, and executives about the best security practices and providing technical advice.
• Interface with IT stakeholders (e.g. Technology Infrastructure) and ensure that the hosting environment meets service requirements. 
• Form part of a team providing 24/7 technical IT Security Operations support to users and business systems.
• Performs all Endpoint status review, Health checks for Security Apps and Malware alert reviews.

    Programme and Project Support:

• Provide support to the Programme Office in the build and implementation of new IT services and major changes to existing services. 
• Ensure that security administration is performed across production and non-production environments as required to ensure projects are delivered as per schedule. 

   Compliance, Governance, Risk and Control Processes:

• Liaise with Change and Release Management in the planning of changes and releases of services in scope. 
• Participate in Business Continuity plans for services in scope. 
• Participate in Disaster Recovery Planning activities to ensure access to Business services in the event of a major outage, and partake in regular DR tests.

   GOVERNANCE

• Ensure appropriate management of the risk profile for the area of accountability, manage critical risks and ensure feedback integration.

   PEOPLE

• Communicate deviations to best practice, foster an environment of continuous learning and improved employee engagement levels.

   FINANCE

• Implement effective financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of accountability.

   CLIENT

• Define and influence relationships and service level agreements made with internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to ensure integrated approaches in pursuit of collective goals.

Requirements

• At least 5 years related work experience dealing with IT security systems and administration
• Security administration experience across multiple IT platforms an advantage.
• Experience in a healthcare, insurance, banking or financial services environment. 
• Advanced Diploma or NQF 7 level in Information Technology or related IT qualification
• Relevant security certifications in Information security – e.g. CISSP an advantage
• Previous experience in the healthcare, insurance, banking or financial services industry will be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of Information Security controls, concepts, and best practices is required along with a solid understanding of technology and associated security risks.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication
• Influencing
• Building relationships
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Computer literacy

Emailcareers@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateThursday, February 15, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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SAP Support Specialist

FunctionInformation TechnologyFacilityLife Head OfficePositionSAP Support SpecialistIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a SAP Support Specialist, based at Life Healthcare Head Office in Dunkeld, reporting to the Global SAP Business Support Manager.

The successful candidate will provide System and Functional support for the SAP application.Critical Outputs

• Oversee output standards required for support in Finance, Non-Pharmaceutical Purchasing, Authorisations, Access
• Oversee interface support to technical team Finance, Non-Pharmaceutical Purchasing, Authorisations
• Oversee daily system processes Finance, Non-Pharmaceutical Purchasing, Authorisations, Access
• Provide subject-matter expertise and knowledge regarding the systems to all role players
• Provide efficient user support
• Ensure Ticketing System events are addressed appropriately and resolved in a timeous manner
• Assist with new Business Initiatives
• Adhere to master data standards and standardisation of processes
• Provide support guides in the Finance, Non-Pharmaceutical Purchasing, Authorisations, Access areas

Requirements

• Relevant Financial, Non-Pharmaceutical Purchasing, Authorisations background and 3 years experience in a systems environment.
• SAP experience in International Finance will be an advantage.
• Read, Write, Speak Italian an advantage.
• A Business qualification is required, or studying towards an equivalent qualification.

Competencies

• Problem-solving/analysis 
• Resilience
• Verbal & written communication, including presentation
• Teamwork
• Business insight
• Building relationships 
• Customer responsiveness 
• Organisational awareness
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation 
• Ethical behaviour

Emailcareers@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateFriday, February 16, 2024

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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