• Reference Number : refs/056278
• Directorate : NURSING
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 155 099.00 - R 1 320 732.00
• Enquiries : Mr Z Futshane : Tel: 079 511 2887

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 will be an added advantage . Diploma / Degree in Nursing Education IS essential . A minimum of ten (10) years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable management experience at Assistant Manager Nursing or Deputy 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 strategic leadership and executive oversight of nursing and midwifery services across the district, reporting directly to the Chief Director and serving as a member of EXCO. Provide expert nursing advice to executive and senior management structures and contribute to strategic planning, policy development, governance and district-wide decision-making. Provide professional, technical and management leadership for quality nursing and midwifery care across all district programmes, including Primary Health Care (PHC), Mental Health, Clinical Forensic Medical Services (CFMS), Health Programmes and other relevant service-delivery programmes. Promote integrated, patient-centred, accessible, efficient and effective nursing services across all levels of care. Lead the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of nursing and midwifery policies, programmes, standards, practices and procedures in line with legislation, national and provincial priorities and South African Nursing Council requirements. Promote nursing ethos, professionalism, ethical practice, accountability and clinical governance. Lead the implementation of the National Strategic Direction for Nursing and Midwifery Education and Practice, the Guidelines for Clinical Nursing Education and Training Units, the South African Nursing Council Nursing Practice Standards, Nursing Education and Training Standards, Continuing Professional Development Framework and National Nursing Leadership Competency Framework. Provide strategic oversight of clinical nursing education and training, including the coordination of student nurse clinical placements, clinical learning environments, supervision, mentorship and collaboration with nursing education institutions. Lead nursing workforce development, professional development, leadership development, succession planning and competency improvement across the district. Promote research, innovation, evidence-based nursing practice and the implementation of nursing development initiatives that improve patient outcomes and service delivery. Lead nursing quality assurance, clinical governance, patient safety, risk management and continuous quality improvement across all district programmes. Monitor nursing performance and service-delivery indicators, identify gaps and coordinate interventions to address risks and improve outcomes. Utilise nursing information systems, information technology and management information systems to support nursing planning, monitoring, reporting, performance management and evidence-based decision-making. Promote and participate in inter-professional and multidisciplinary collaboration and represent nursing and midwifery services in relevant district, provincial, professional and inter-sectoral structures. Provide strategic oversight of nursing resources, including human, financial, material and technological resources, in accordance with legislation, policies, directives and service-delivery priorities. Lead and coordinate district-wide nursing projects, service-delivery improvement initiatives and change management processes. Identify systemic challenges affecting nursing across PHC, Mental Health, CFMS and Health Programmes and lead appropriate strategies and interventions. Monitor, evaluate and report on nursing and midwifery performance across all district programmes and establishments, promoting accountability, continuous improvement and alignment with district health outcomes and strategic priorities. Advise the Chief Director and EXCO on emerging nursing and midwifery matters, regulatory requirements, workforce challenges, service-delivery risks, professional trends and opportunities for innovation, while providing strategic leadership to position nursing and midwifery as an integral component of district health planning, programme implementation and executive governance.

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 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 / 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 : EKURHULENI HEALTH DISTRICT

Closing Date : 31-08-2026

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.