• Reference Number : refs/034980
• Directorate : Nursing Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R562 800– R633 432 per annum (plus benefits).
• Enquiries : Ms M.A Ngobeni ngobeni.mixo@gauteng.gov.za Ms S. Naidoo Sheryl.naidoo@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• Appropriate Diploma/degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatry, which is one year in duration and accredited by the SANC. A minimum of 9 years’ appropriate/recognised experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Psychiatry after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in psychiatry. Proof of current registration with SANC. Sound interpersonal and good communication skills. Knowledge of Mental Health Care Act, PFMA and other Public-Sector Regulations and legislative framework. A valid driver’s license. Basic and functional knowledge of the National core standards and the Ideal Hospital Framework. Be willing to do shift/ night nursing and hospital supervisory Duties.

Duties :

• Perform the duties for Nursing Managers in their absence and take care of the hospital after hours, at night, during weekends and Public Holidays. Demonstrate basic understanding of Human Resource policies and practices through effective implementation of PMDS, Disciplinary Code, leave management and supply chain management procedures. Ensure effective and efficient coordination and integration of quality specialised nursing care through compliance with Batho Pele Principles, Mental Health Care Act Procedures and Quality Assurance standards. Participate in staff development programmes and conduct research when necessary. Compilation of monthly reports and other statistical reports. Work with the coordinator to Implement Infection Control, Environmental and Occupational health practices in the unit.

Notes :

• 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 . NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application 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 (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tara the H Moross Centre

Closing Date : 16-01-2026

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.