Project Manager (3-Year Contract)

The University of Cape Town (UCT), Faculty of Health Sciences, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager for a 3-year contract position. Based in Cape Town, this role is crucial for the Redesigning Emergency care to Serve Communities (RESCo) project within the Division of Emergency Medicine.

About the RESCo Project

RESCo is an innovative collaboration between UCT’s Division of Emergency Medicine and the Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness (WCGHW). The project aims to develop and implement community-oriented emergency care models in pilot communities. As the Project Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating community stakeholder activities, ensuring the project progresses smoothly, and working with communities to design, implement, and evaluate differentiated models of care (DMOC).

Key Responsibilities

• Guide the selection and collaboration with pilot RESCo communities and their stakeholders.
• Build and strengthen connections between communities and the RESCo project team.
• Support, execute, lead, and provide feedback on the design, implementation, and evaluation of DMOCs.
• Organise and facilitate quarterly meetings for RESCo community sites to share progress on in-hospital and out-of-hospital care.
• Ensure effective communication between RESCo communities and stakeholders.
• Schedule and prepare semi-annual updates for the RESCo steering committee.
• Assist with the analysis and documentation of RESCo communities’ progress.
• Coordinate activities with the Healthy Futures South Africa project team.
• Travel to various study sites, including George, Saldana Bay, and Heideveld.

Minimum Requirements

• Master of Public Health or an equivalent graduate qualification.
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience in project management.
• At least 3 years of experience in implementing community-based health projects.
• Proven background and experience working in resource-constrained communities within the Western Cape Province.
• Experience in community engagement and capacity building.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate a self-driven approach.
• Basic understanding of the operations of community health, EMS, and emergency centres.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience within the emergency care field, either in a prehospital environment or within emergency centres.
• A valid South African driver’s license.

Advantageous Skills and Experience

• Existing working relationships with Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Emergency and Clinical Services Support (ECSS), and community-based organisations.
• Experience in strategic planning, administration, and oversight.
• HPCSA registration as an emergency care provider (e.g., Basic Ambulance Assistant or Paramedic).

Salary and Contract Details

This is a Payclass 10 position with an annual cost of employment, including benefits, ranging between R639,581 and R752,447. This is a 3-year fixed-term contract.

For a detailed job description, please refer to the original document: View full job description.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click the ‘Apply’ button on the UCT careers page via the link below. You will need to create a candidate profile and submit your application online.

Please ensure your application includes the following:

• A motivational letter explaining how your skills and experience align with the position requirements.
• Your comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Names and contact details (title, name, position, relationship, email, and telephone number) of three professional referees.
• Details of your highest qualification.
• A copy of your ID or Passport.

Applications that do not meet these requirements will be considered incomplete.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo competency and pre-placement medical assessments. References may be contacted by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Closing Date: 19 October 2025

For any enquiries regarding the position, please contact Ms Tracy Moore at [email protected] or 021 650 4505.

UCT is committed to employment equity and diversity. Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with the University’s Employment Equity Plan. UCT reserves the right not to appoint.