Requirements
A Grade 12 and NQF 7 qualification in Nursing, Registrable with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Annual practising license certificate from SANC is mandatory. Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Administration/Health Services Management will be an added advantage. At least five (5) years’ clinical experience in the nursing environment (Administration, Education, or Primary Health Care) as Nurse Manager/Middle Management/Senior Management level. Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa to adopt a right-based-approach to nursing practice. Knowledge of statutory body requirements, as well as relevant legislative framework 27 governing the practice of nursing and midwifery. Knowledge of General Public Service Administrative policies that have relevance to nursing practice; Labour relations and Employment equity issues that have bearing on the practice of nursing. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and National Health Act. Good communication (verbal and written), managerial, interpersonal, people management, project and programme management, policy development and analysis, leadership, effective decision making and computer skills (MS Office package). Ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s license. SMS pre-entry Certificate is required for appointment finalization.
Duties
Develop relevant policy guidelines for nurses and midwives, based on their scopes of practice. Facilitate the development and review of policy guidelines for the practice of nursing and midwifery, that respond to the current challenges facing the health care system. Provide nursing and midwifery practice leadership and support provincial development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Establish the National Nursing Managers forum and assist and support the establishment of provincial forums. Liaise with statutory bodies and other relevant stakeholders in the development and update of the regulatory framework to institutionalize nursing practice in South Africa. Promote provincial implementation of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for professional nurse and midwives, in collaboration with the SANC. Develop a collaborative relationship with all stakeholders that deal with nursing practice matters to improve quality of care at all levels. Redesign nursing practices to meet the emerging new challenges as well as in alignment with international trends. Facilitate implementation of the National Nursing Leadership Competency Framework. Manage financial and human resources for the Directorate: Nursing Practice, including continued advocacy to ensure availability of adequate resources to create positive practice environments in all the nine provinces. Develop a costed business plan based on strategic objectives.
Salary
R1 266 714 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), (basic salary consist of 70% of total package, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion]. The flexible portion of the package can be structured according to the Senior Management Service guidelines
Where
Pretoria
Closing Date
31 October 2025
Applications
Enquiries
Dr M Matandela Tel No: (012) 395 9671 OTHER POSTS