Eastern Cape Department: Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism
The Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism envisions a province where economic growth and good environmental care support lasting development. Its key goal is to drive innovation for sustainable growth. The department aims to boost team performance, support local economic efforts, and more.
Information Officer – 3 Posts (5-Month Contract)
- Job Type: Contract
 - Qualification: Matric, National Certificate
 - Experience: 1–2 years
 - Location: Eastern Cape
 - Job Field: ICT / Computer
 
Information Officer – 3 Posts (5-Month Contract)
- Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per year (Level 7)
 - Reference: ECHEALTH/INFOFF/ORT/S16/23/10/2025
 - Centre: OR Tambo District
 
Requirements:
- National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Information Management, Public Administration, or a related field approved by SAQA.
 - 1–2 years of work in information management or health information systems.
 
Knowledge and Skills:
- Understanding of DHIS software, Tier.Net, and EDR Web.
 - Awareness of South Africa’s National Health Information Systems (NHISSA) and District Health Management Information System (DHMIS).
 - Good skills in computer programs, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
 - Strong ability to lead and guide teams.
 - A valid driver’s license is needed.
 
Duties:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and DORA data reports on HAST for all health facilities.
 - Keep track of data submissions and check quality, including timeliness, completeness, rates, and accuracy.
 - Act as the provincial key user for Tier.Net and provide technical help, fixing issues and working with the National Department of Health.
 - Support health information on EDRWeb across the province, helping sites with data entry and tech problems.
 - Train others on Tier.Net and EDR as a trainer for stakeholders in data systems.
 - Help district and sub-district staff with data management and ETR tech issues.
 - Handle and review HAST program data, spotting errors, gaps, and inconsistencies.
 - Prepare facilities for audits by improving use of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
 - Give regular updates to districts on data analysis and progress toward goals.
 - Check Tier.Net progress monthly at district and facility levels.
 - Prepare reports before submission to fix data quality problems at district level.
 - Talk with districts and sub-districts about training and share feedback from provincial sessions.
 - Organize meetings and workshops to better data management and reporting.
 
Method of Application: Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the department’s official channels.
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