This vacancy has closed. It closed on 24 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALTY: NIGHT DUTY)

Department of Health

Salary: R785 568 per annum
Centre: Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 24 July 2026
Circular: No 24 of 2026

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post basic nursing qualification in one of the R212 qualifications, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC. Or a 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma in one of the qualifications (R635) accredited with the SANC. The following R635 qualifications are excluded, i.e Post Graduate Diploma in Health Service Management and a Post Graduate Diploma in Nursing Education. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 6 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification (R212) or a post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in the relevant specialty. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate recognisable experience at management level. Inherent requirement of the job: Will be required to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy in Word, and Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of quality assurance and National Core Standards. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy related to this nursing specialty. Nursing Management qualification / skills. Strong leadership and good interpersonal communication skills. Good organisational skills and the ability to function in a team and under pressure.

Duties

The candidate will be responsible for management and co-ordination of clinical nursing care in the hospital on night duty. Effective management and utilization of Human and Financial Resources to ensure optimal clinical and operational function in the area. Manage training, orientation, learning, professional growth & development, and participation in research within the clinical environment on night duty. Support/ deputise for the Head of Nursing and support the Nursing department and the institution.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Ms V Dubase Tel No: (021) 938-4000

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical assessment.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 10 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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