Gadirobe Mothibi

Dr. Gadirobe Mothibi is a highly qualified medical practitioner with a strong background in public health and pediatric care. She holds an MBChB from the University of South Africa and is a specialist in pediatric and child health, having graduated from the Colleges of Medicine (Pediatricians School). Dr. Mothibi’s extensive experience includes over ten years in public health, where she has taken on various roles including Medical Officer, Pediatric Medical Officer, Medical Advisor, Clinical Advisor, and Programme Manager. Her work has spanned across public health facilities in the North West Province and Gauteng Province, particularly in the Ekurhuleni district, as well as in Anova Health within the City of Johannesburg district. Key Responsibilities Dr. Mothibi has a rich history of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, particularly those funded by USAID. She is adept in program planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, with a strong emphasis on project management strategies. Her ability to analyze complex situations, multitask, and liaise with multidisciplinary teams has been pivotal in her work, especially when dealing with vulnerable populations. In her role, health promotion, stakeholder engagement, and relationship building have been central. Dr. Mothibi is deeply committed to ensuring efficient service delivery and strengthening health systems, which is evident in her leadership and training initiatives. She believes that continuous training and development are essential for sustaining high-quality healthcare services, particularly in ensuring a continuum of care for all patients. Key Skills Dr. Mothibi’s skills are wide-ranging and include a proactive and professional management style, strong leadership, and excellent interpersonal abilities. She is a team player with exceptional communication skills and is well-versed in planning, organizing, and team management. Her problem-solving and conflict management abilities, combined with her expertise in analyzing data and understanding the District Health Information System, make her a versatile and effective leader. Dr. Mothibi is known for her adaptability to change and her ability to thrive under pressure. Her presentation skills, mentoring capabilities, and enthusiasm for implementing NCD/HIV/TB management strategies are noteworthy. She possesses strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS management and is proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Professional Objective Dr. Mothibi is driven by a passion for improving the quality of health management, particularly for pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations living with HIV, TB, and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Her objective is to see individuals living with these conditions identified, diagnosed, and linked to care, ultimately transitioning into healthy adults with an improved quality of life and prolonged life expectancy. She believes strongly in the right of all individuals to receive proper healthcare and have their needs addressed within a robust healthcare system. Dr. Mothibi is committed to ensuring that those living with HIV, TB, and NCDs receive the care they need to lead better lives. Her work as an HIV/AIDS activist, including five years of public health awareness talks on National Radio (Motsweding FM), underscores her dedication to this cause. Dr. Mothibi is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) at the University of Pretoria, with a focus on research. She is excited to have joined the Gauteng Department of Health (DoH) and the City of Johannesburg team, where she aims to continue making a significant impact in the field of public health.