OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING PHC GRADE1

Department of Health

Reference number: KH 01/2026
Salary: R720 8198 – R821 454 per annum, basic salary, 8% inhospitable allowance of basic salary, 13th cheque, Medical Aid (optional), Housing Allowance (employee must meet prescribed requirements)
Centre: Kwa-Magwaza District Hospital (Nogajuka Clinic)
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 18 September 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12/ Senior Certificate, Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma / Degree in General Nursing and Midwifery) plus (1) year post-basic nursing qualification in Clinic Nursing Science Health Assessment, Treatment and Care (PHC). Current registration with SANC (2026) as General Nurse, Midwife/Accoucheur and Primary Health Care. A minimum of nine (09) years appropriate /recognisable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing of which at least five (5) years must be appropriate/recognizable PHC experience after obtaining a one (1) year post basic qualification in PHC. In depth knowledge of nursing legislation, related legal and ethical nursing practices, public service policies and other Health related prescripts. Knowledge of quality norms and standards as directed by Negotiated Service Delivery Agreement, OHSC and ICRM prescripts, patient Right Charter and Batho Pele Principle. Leadership, organizing, decision -making, problem solving skills. Computer literacy to enhance service delivery. Time and conflict management skills. Report writing skills. Communication skills to enhance teamwork. Human Resource and Financial Management.

Duties

Provision of comprehensive package of services at Primary health Care level. Develop, implement and monitor facility plans and submit progress reports. Implement quality improvement Programs that work towards achieving Universal Health Coverage as stipulated in the National Health Act. Effective utilization and monitoring of resources in line with cost containment plan. Effectively implement PHC Re-engineering strategy. Implement Employment Performance management and Development System. Manage and utilize data to improve service delivery and health outcomes. Implement and monitor Department projects, including special project in line with health calendar. Conduct clinical audits of priority programs with the aim to improve health care services.

Where to send your application

All applications should be posted to: The Chief Executive Officer: KwaMagwaza District Hospital, Private Bag X808, Melmoth, 3835 KwaMagwazaHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za FOR ATTENTION : Assistance Director: HRM

Enquiries

Ms NI Mthethwa Tel No: (035) 450 8204

Note

Applications must be submitted on the New prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed and dated. The Applications received on the incorrect (Z83) will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. A detailed Curriculum Vitae only must accompany the application form (Z83). Copies of certified qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested for submission from shortlisted candidates. Letter of confirmation of relevant work experience and managerial experience will only be required from the shortlisted applicants. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The Reference Number must be indicated in the column (Part A) provided on the Z83 Form. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Faxed and e-mailed applications will not be accepted. checks ((with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post .The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks(security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA ,verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission ( CIPC).Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date they must accept that their application were unsuccessful. Applicants in possession of foreign qualification if shortlisted will be required to produce evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted) All employees in Public Service that are presently on the same salary level but on a notch /package above of the advertised post are free to apply. Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. However, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T and no Resettlement allowance claims will be considered for payment to candidates that are invited for an interview. EET: African Male. NB: Preference will be given to African Male and people with disabilities.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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