This vacancy has closed. It closed on 4 September 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (PN-B3): PHC
Department of Health
- Reference number
- MPDOH/AUG/26/1268
- Salary
- R720 819 – R821 484 per annum
- Centre
- Vukuzakhe Clinic (Gert Sibande District)
- Province
- Mpumalanga
- Closing date
- 4 September 2026
- Circular
- No 30 of 2026
Requirements
Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent qualification plus Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Terms of Government Notice 425, (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse (2026) plus a post basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice No R212 in Primary Health Care. A minimum of nine (09) years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing. At least five (05) years of period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable in the specific specialty after obtaining the one (01) year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care Nursing Science. A post basic qualification in Nursing Administration / Health service management. Experience and knowledge of the District Health System. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices and how these impact on service delivery. Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and finance and practices. Knowledge of relevant legal framework such as Nursing Act, Health Occupational and Safety Act, Patients Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Operational Management Skills. Problem Solving, planning and Organizing Skills. Expected to work under pressure and on night duty. Leadership. Supervisory, problem-solving, conflict resolution, inter-personal and communication and communication skills. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of legislation and related ethical nursing practices and how this impact on service delivery. Computer literacy will be an added advantage (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Computer literacy.
Duties
Manage and provide PHC facility supervisory in line with the PHC Supervision Guideline. Ensure clinical nursing practice by the nursing team in the facility in accordance with the scope and practice and nursing standard as determined by the relevant health facility. Promote quality nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standard in accordance with the PHC delivery package. Ensure the implementation on National Core Norms and Standards including Six Priority Areas. Advocate for patients through ensuring adherence to Batho Pele Principles. Coordinate community involvement and participation. Manage and monitor effective use and maintenance of assets and infrastructure of the facility. Monitor information management and documentation.
Where to send your application
Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za
Enquiries
Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 21 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 7 September 2026.
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