• Reference Number : refs/056236
• Directorate : (NURSING MANAGER)
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 237 453 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms N Serobatse (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Nkuna (011)411-3677/3516

Requirements :

• Grade 12 with a minimum of 3 years’ experience rendering secretarial/administrative support service or three-year National Diploma in Secretarial studies/Office Management/Office Administration/Management Assistant. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) good communication skills (verbal and written), organizational skills, and good interpersonal relations. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and will be subject to a test. Be reliable and professional and be able to use own initiative. Good telephone etiquette. Ability to act with sensitivity and discretion. Ability to meet tight deadlines and to handle office pressure. Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality.

Duties :

• Provide and render secretarial/ administration support to the Nursing Service Manager. Screen, transfer and handle telephonic enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders. Manage the office diary and arrange appointments. Take minutes during meetings and communicate to relevant role-players. Follow up on progress made. Coordinate logistical arrangements of meetings when required. Ensure the effective flow of information and documents to and from the office of the Nursing Service Manager. Type documents, collects, analyse and collate information as required. Analyse incoming and outgoing correspondence, prioritize and distribute to managers according to the urgency and confidentiality required. Operate and ensure that office equipment i.e. photocopy and fax machines are in good working order. Handle the procurement of standard items i.e. stationery, refreshments, etc. Maintain an electronic filing system and manual backup system to ensure that all documents are accurately filed and recorded and are easily retrievable. Compile nursing leave plans, allocation lists, overtime records and support other Nursing Manager on administrative duties. Remain abreast with procedures and processes that apply in the office of the Nursing Service Manager.

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. 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 are not in possession of such: “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). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : LERATONG HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 28-08-2026

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.