DEPUTY MANAGER NURSING
Department of Health
- Reference number
- ECHEALTH/DMN/APL/ZITH/01/10/2026
- Salary
- R1 069 215 – R1 219 323 per annum, (an all-inclusive package), (OSD). Basic salary consists of 70% or 75% of total package, salary package will be structured according to Middle Management Service guidelines.
- Centre
- OR Tambo District, Zithulele Hospital
- Province
- Eastern Cape
- Closing date
- 23 October 2026
- Circular
- No 36 of 2026
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Fill the Z83 for this postRequirements
Basic R425 qualification Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse General. A postgraduate diploma in Nursing Management/Administration. A minimum of 9 years after registration as a Professional Nurse, at least 4 years’ appropriate recognizable experience must be at Management Level. Demonstrate advanced understanding and application of Nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices. Knowledge of PFMA, HR Management. Knowledge of Public Sector Legislation and relevant Prescript/Regulation, Batho Pele Principles and Patient Rights Charter. Strong leadership, good interpersonal relations, effective problem solving, management and decision-making skills. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential requirements. A valid driver’s licence.
Duties
To manage and provide strategic Nursing leadership and direction to the Nursing Services. Plan and monitor the objectives of the specialized unit in line with the strategic plan of the institution and Department. Coordinate and maintain conducive/constructive working relationships with Nursing and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance with professional and ethical practice. Monitor and ensure nursing care is practiced in accordance with the statutory law, policies and procedures governing the Nursing Profession, Labour and Health Care. Effective management and utilization of Human and Material Resources. Ensure effective implementation of PMDS. Monitor compliance to Quality Assurance and Infection Control and Occupational Health and Safety standards and National Core Standards Compliance. Ensure efficient and effective execution of administration functions of the Nursing unit.
Where to send your application
Alternatively, applications can be submitted electronically via email to: Sobetwak@gmail.com
Enquiries
Mr K Sobetwa Tel No: (047) 573 8936/073 200 0217
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 9 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 October 2026.
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