📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWGauteng Department of Health is actively recruiting for a Dietitian Grade 1-3 position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: No Experience • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSHealthcare professionals including Dietitian Grade 1-3 are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Dietitian Grade 1-3 position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the No Experience requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe 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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Requirements Dietetics Degree. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South African (HPCSA) as a Dietitian with Independent Practitioner status, plus current HPCSA registration for 2026/27. No experience required after completion of Community Service in Dietetics as required in respect of RSA qualified employee. Knowledge requirements: Must have knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulations, and policies. Knowledge in the application of Clinical Dietetics theory, practices and ethics. Competency requirements: Communication skills, report writing skills, computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint etc.), planning and organizational skills, networking and liaison skills, basic Dietetic clinical skills, research skills, analytical skills and presentation skills. An ability to work under high pressure. The ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Effective interpersonal skills, planning and organizational skills and leadership qualities. Computer literacy must have a driver license.
Duties The candidate will be based at the primary health care Facility / clinics and rotate to clinics and NGOs in the NGCT for therapeutic Nutrition ,coordination , implementation , monitoring and Evaluation of policies and strategies on INP focus area and its activities namely disease specific , nutrition support on all INP programs, namely disease specific , Nutrition support, Treatment and counselling, micro-nutrient and malnutrition Control (vitamin A supplementation),youth and Adolescent Food service management, supplementary feed scheme, Growth monitoring and promotion, mother baby friendly initiative. Community based nutrition initiative, Mental health NGOs, Old age homes, maternal nutrition, Nutrition education, promotion and advocacy. Working with the team responsible for data verification at clinic level. Control stock Equipment and materials, ensure accurate record keeping and reporting. Provide therapeutic counselling to patients. Strict Adherence to HPCSA and departmental policies. Carry out duties as delegated to promote service delivery.
Closing Date : 24-08-2026
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