OPERATIONAL MANAGER (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE)

Department of Health

Reference number: MURCH-MOBILE 01/2026
Salary: R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits 13th Cheque, Home owners allowance (employee must meet prescribed Requirements), Medical Aid (Optional) and 12% Rural Allowance
Centre: Murchison Hospital- Thembalesizwe Clinic
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Circular: No 28 of 2026

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Requirements

Senior Certificate Degree / Diploma in General nursing plus 1 year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care or 1 year post basic qualification in Community Nursing Science with specialization in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care as per R212 SANC Regulation. Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse and Primary Health Care Nurse A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in general nursing of which 5 years must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the one year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care or one year post basic qualification in Community Nursing Science with specialization in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care as per R212 SANC Regulation. Certificate of service from previous and current employer endorsed and stamped by HR Preference will be given to candidates who possess a valid Code 08 Drivers license and have proof of Computer Literacy Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Knowledge of nursing care and processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks Knowledge of Public service regulations Disciplinary code, human resource policies, hospital generic and specific policies Leadership, organizational, decision making and problem solving abilities within the limit of the public sector and institutional policy framework and good communication skills Interpersonal skills including public relations, negotiating, conflict handling and counselling skills Financial and budgetary knowledge pertaining to the relevant resources under management Insight into procedures and policies pertaining to nursing care Computer skills in basic programmes.

Duties

Monitor and evaluate the performance of primary health care services and systems within the designated services area in line with, public health indicators, set norms, standards and targets with a view to report thereon and to initiate corrective action timeously. Analyse health policy and programme imperatives with a view to developing customised implementation strategies to guide the primary health care service providers in the service area towards complying with the stated norms, standards and targets. Identify “transversal “primary” health care and systems barriers (including emerging health trends in the service area) with a view to ensure corrective action at an appropriate level. Ensure and monitor that primary health care services within the designated services area are provided with adequate support by multi-disciplinary teams attached to the CHC / district hospital as well as from shared corporate service providers attached to the mothering institution. Ensure an integrated approach with the implementation of various primary health care programmes to provide a seamless service delivery platform, including the prioritising of needs within the service area and the allocation of resources accordingly. Ensure the effective and efficient utilisation of allocated resources, including the development of staff budgetary, procurement planning inputs and maintenance of prescribed information management systems.

Where to send your application

All Applications should be forwarded to: Chief Executive Officer Murchison District Hospital P/Bag X701, Port Shepstone, 4240 Or Hand Delivered To: Human Resources Department, Murchison Hospital. (Applications can also be e-mailed to: MurchisonHospital.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr LG Nyawo Tel No: (039) 687 7315, ext. 130

Note

The following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment Form (Z83) which is obtainable at any Government Department or from the Website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. The Z83 form must be completed in full in a manner that allows a selection committee to assess the quality of a candidate based on the information provided in the form Applicant for employment are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 form and detailed curriculum Vitae(CV) The certified copies of qualifications and all other required relevant documents will be requested only from the shortlisted candidates which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview Faxed applications will not be accepted The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 e.g. MURCH/ 29/2023 NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. The appointments are subject to a positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Applicants in possession of a foreign qualification must attach an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) when the applicant is shortlisted. Non-RSA / Permanent Residents / Work permit holders must submit documentary proof when the applicant is shortlisted) Please note that due to large number of applications anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged. However, every applicant will be advised of the outcome of his or her applications in due course. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative active employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories in the Institution) If you have not heard from us within two months from the closing date, Please accept that your application has been unsuccessful Employment Equity target for the post is African Male and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that due to the budget constraints no S&T and Resettlement allowance will be paid to any successful candidate on appointment. 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.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 28 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 7 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 8 August 2026.

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