Community Liaison Officer (Klipfontein / Mitchells Plain)

About the role

The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring a Community Liaison Officer in Metro Health Services, based in Klipfontein / Mitchells Plain Sub-structure office. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 16 November 2026, 17:00PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Responsibilities

• 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 Substructure Office.
• Perform related administrative duties.
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Violence Prevention unit, as required.

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