- Paedspal
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Job Description
Paedspal seeks to employ a passionate and dynamic medical professional with a heart for children and a drive to educate and empower others, in the role of Education and Training Manager.
This role would suit an extroverted, confident communicator who is as comfortable speaking in front of a group as they are behind the scenes designing impactful learning materials. A passion for paediatric palliative care and an enthusiasm for building capacity in the broader medical community are essential.
If youre ready to help shape the future of paediatric palliative care training in South Africa, wed love to hear from you!
Roles and Responsibilities
- Take the lead in shaping and expanding Paedspals training initiatives. This includes overseeing a multidisciplinary training team, developing paediatric palliative care educational resources, and guiding Paedspal through the process of becoming an accredited training provider with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- Design, develop, and deliver paediatric palliative care training programmes and materials.
- Lead and manage the training team, including a nurse trainer and other co-opted professionals.
- Drive the SAQA accreditation process and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
- Work closely with clinical and academic partners to develop training content and strategies.
- Conduct face-to-face training sessions, mostly within the Western Cape, with occasional travel.
- Represent Paedspal at relevant conferences, workshops, and networking events.
- Qualified Medical Doctor with experience in Paediatrics (ideally with a Diploma in Child Health).
- Training in Palliative Care is strongly advantageous.
- Proven experience in curriculum design and/or health education programme development.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and networking skills a natural team motivator and collaborator.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and innovatively.
- Valid Code 8 drivers licence and own vehicle.
- Willingness to travel for training delivery as needed.
- Preference will be given to South African citizens. However, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please send your CV and a motivation letter to admin@paedspal.org.za.
In addition, please also cc michelle.meiring@paedspal.org.za .
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