• Reference Number : REFS/048561
• Directorate : NURSING
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 201 302.00 – R 1 373 562.00 P.A. (ALL-INCLUSIVE SALARY)
• Enquiries : Ms. M.A. Ngobeni ngobeni.mixo@gauteng.gov.za Ms. S. Naidoo Sheryl.naidoo@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• Basic R.425 qualification (i.e. diploma / degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. Diploma/ Degree in Nursing Administration or Health Services Management of at least one-year duration and is registered as such by the South African Nursing Council. Post basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatry. A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in General Nursing, of which 6 years must be in a Psychiatric hospital. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognizable management experience at Assistant Manager Nursing level. Must be computer literate and have a valid driver’s license. Possess strong leadership, effective communication and sound interpersonal skills are necessary. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context. Analytic thinking, independent decision making and critical thinking skills.

Duties :

• Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the division. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through proper management of nursing care programs. Advocate and ensure the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programmes, regulations, practices, procedures and standards pertaining to nursing care. Utilize information technology and other management information systems to manage nursing information for the enhancement of service delivery. Establish, maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective health care. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation. Implement and control operational management of clinical and support services in patient care areas.. Oversee nursing workforce planning, staffing levels and skills for optimal care. . Ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and implementation of Batho Pele Principles and Patients’ Rights Charter. Coordinate nursing related research and development. Management of nursing projects and participation in hospital projects aimed at enhancing service delivery. Implementation of the National Strategic Direction for Nursing and Midwifery Education and Practice 2020/21 – 2025/26. Lead and implement the Guidelines for Clinical Nursing Education and Training Units in South Africa. Implementation of the South African Nursing Council Nursing Practice Standards for Use in all Health Establishments in South Africa. Provide leadership in implementing the South African Nursing Council Continuing Professional Development Framework for Nurses and Midwives.

Notes :

• Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications, please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 (81/971431) form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (SANC) and proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and proof of current registration certificate/card with a professional body will be disqualified. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they do not have such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. NB: Where Driver’s licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) will be conducted as part of the Recruitment process. Candidates will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is the Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to South African citizens. Please note: 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.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tara, the H. Moross Centre

Closing Date : 29-05-2026

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.