The Eastern Cape Department of Health, through the Eastern Cape College of Emergency Care, is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for an EMS Course Coordinator Grade 4 position. This opportunity is ideal for experienced Emergency Care Practitioners with strong academic, clinical, and coordination skills who are passionate about training future EMS professionals.
Reference Number: ECHEALTH/EMSCC/NMM/01/02/2026
Centre: Nelson Mandela Metro, Eastern Cape College of Emergency Care
Salary: R528 072 – R594 864 per annum (OSD)
Closing Date: 20 February 2026
This is a re-advertisement. Candidates who previously applied must submit new applications.
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:
Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Medical Care or Bachelor of Technology in Emergency Medical Care
Registration with the HPCSA as a Paramedic or Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP)
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience after HPCSA registration as an ECP
At least two (2) years’ lecturing experience in Emergency Medical Care and Rescue at a College or University
Experience in teaching, assessment, and moderation
Curriculum development experience will be an added advantage
Strong management, coordination, and administrative skills
Computer literacy
Valid C1 driver’s licence with a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP)
The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing clinical and academic programmes offered by the College, including:
Higher Certificate and Diploma in Emergency Medical Care
Clinical Practice programmes
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programmes
Advanced Certificate in Medical Rescue and Rescue Short Courses
Managing clinical preceptors within experiential learning platforms
Supporting daily operational duties of the College
Assisting with additional programmes when required by management
Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 application form, accompanied by a comprehensive CV with at least three contactable references.
Hand Delivery:
HR Office, Eastern Cape College of Emergency Care
No. 2 Spondo Street, Zwide, Port Elizabeth, 6002
Certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents will only be required from shortlisted candidates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
All shortlisted applicants will undergo pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment
Appointments are subject to security clearance, qualification verification, and criminal record checks
If you are not contacted within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
For more information regarding this vacancy, contact:
Mr K. Plaatjie
📞 Tel: (041) 453 0911
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