Deputy Director: Database Management Gauteng

National Department of Health is actively recruiting for a Deputy Director: Database Management position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 5 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in Gauteng

Healthcare professionals including Deputy Director: Database Management are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.

This role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Deputy Director: Database Management position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 5 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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A Grade 12 certificate and NQF 7 qualification in one of the following: Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Database Administration, Data Science, Health Informatics or Health Information Management. A postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in Health Informatics, Data Science, Information Systems, or Public Health will be an advantage. Certification in any of the following: Microsoft SQL Server certification, Oracle Database certification, PostgreSQL/MySQL administration, Cloud database platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud), and Data management and governance certifications. At least five (5) years of experience post-qualification in health-related database management and analytical data queries at a middle management level. Knowledge of data management and governance, Relational Database and Programming, Legal and operational compliance, Process knowledge and skills, database design and analysis knowledge, research and development, Web-based services, Technical report writing. Knowledge of DHIS2 (District Health Information System), Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, National Health Laboratory information systems, National health data reporting requirements, POPIA compliance and health data confidentiality, Data integration and interoperability. Excellent communication (written and verbal) with all stakeholders. Effective organisational and time management, resilience, assertiveness, ethical behaviour, and self-management skills. Ability to work independently and within a diverse multidisciplinary team. A valid driver’s license. 

Ensure reliable and efficient operation of all digital health databases. Protect sensitive patient and healthcare information with reference to benchmark data governance practices and related legislative frameworks. Maintain integrity, consistency, and quality of health data. Coordinate new data development, ensuring consistency and integration with the existing data warehouse structure. Ensure continuity and recoverability of critical healthcare data. Participate in continuous improvement efforts in enhancing performance and providing increased functionality of the databases. Ensure databases support growing digital health demands. Analyse and determine information needs and elements, data relationships and attributes, data flow and storage requirements, and data output and reporting capabilities. Enable seamless operation of health information systems. Provide reliable data environments for analytics and decision-making. Review business requests for data and data usage, research data sources for new and better data feeds.