• Reference Number : REFS/056910
• Directorate : Nursing Services & Clinical Education and Training Unit
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 201 302.00 per annum (all inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Ms. A. Tshitereke Tel (011) 488 3787 Ms. L. Maseko Tel (011) 488 3711

Requirements :

• Basic qualification (diploma/ degree in nursing) and midwifery that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with SANC and proof of current registration. A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in general nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate /recognizable experience at management level as an Assistant Manager Nursing. Post basic degree/diploma in Nursing Administration or Health Service Management; and Nursing Education is compulsory. Computer literacy will be an added advantage. Strong leadership, good communication and sound interpersonal skills are necessary. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure.

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 as part of preparation towards NHI. Promote nursing ethos and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, procedures, norms and standards pertaining to nursing care. Establish and participate in an inter-professional and multidisciplinary teamwork towards the promotion of efficient and effective service delivery. Establish and implement norms and standards for quality nursing practice and monitor compliance. Improve the skills and competencies of the staff. Problem solving and decision making. Effective management, utilization and supervision of human, material and financial resources. Oversee facilitation of teaching prospective nursing professionals’ clinical skills, patient care methods, and best collaboration practices. Manage staff performance and development. Utilize information technology to enhance patient outcomes and other management information systems to manage nursing informatics, and for the enhancement of service delivery. Manage nursing and hospital projects.

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. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. 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. “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from 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) must be conducted prior appointment. 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). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory; however, it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 23-10-2026

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.