• Reference Number : refs/049824
  • Directorate : HIV/AIDS, STI&TB
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R 607 350 per annum (plus benefits)
  • Enquiries : Matron M Mkhwanazi – Empilweni Clinic 011 470 9419

Requirements :

  • Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse with midwifery. A post-basic nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in Clinical Nursing Science, health assessment, treatment and care (PHC). A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty. Extensive knowledge of Primary Health Care with focus on HIV, AIDS, STI & TB and the VTP with NIMART certificate is required. In-depth knowledge of global and national HAST policies and guidelines. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities. Ability to function under pressure and within multi-sectoral team. Good verbal and written communication skills. Advanced computer skills. Valid driver’s license. Registration with SANC for 2026. Knowledge, skills and experience of SANC rules and regulations, Scope of practice, Constitution, Health Acts, labour relations, good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to function well within a team and independently in a mother and child hospital setting.

Duties :

  • Provision of optimal, holistic specialised nursing care with set standards and within a professional/ legal framework. Clinical management HIV and AIDS, sexually transmitted infections; Public health chronic diseases, rehabilitation and mental health. Perform clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards for primary health care. Co-ordinate and submit monthly report on HIV/AIDS/STI program indicators and HTS Counsellors mentoring. Monitor, assess and evaluate the impact of HAST programs. Manage key stakeholder relations related to the delivery of HAST programmes. Support districts in the achievement of UNAIDS (95-95-95) targets. Support health programs, including the comprehensive care plan on HIV/AIDS/STI and ARV treatment program. Participate in clinical records audits. Promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including willingness to respond to patients’ needs and expectations according to Batho Pele Principles. Evaluate and monitor performance and appraisal of employees. Ensure capacity and development of staff.

Notes :

  • Only online applications on (http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za) will be considered; no hardcopy or emailed applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted on a duly completed new Z83 form, obtainable from any government department or on the Internet on www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed (please refer to the left side of the Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and an updated detailed CV. Information on the new Z83 must be the same with that of the CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Failure to submit any of the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The Provincial Government of Gauteng is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity in employment, especially of race, gender, and disability. It is a legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – verification, upon appointment within the Department. This verification process entails reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, social media checks as well as a credit/financial stability check. Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital

Closing Date : 01-06-2026


Criteria Questions
Do you have a basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse with midwifery?
Do you have a post-basic nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in Clinical Nursing Science, health assessment, treatment, and care (PHC)?
Do you have a minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing?
Do you have at least 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant speciality?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.