Operating Manager Nursing (Primary Health Care)

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Operational Manager Nursing (Primary Health Care)

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: OD52/2026

Railton Clinic, Swellendam Sub-district, Overberg District

Minimum Educational Qualification

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, accredited with the SANC (R48) 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 (R635) accredited with the SANC in Primary Care Nursing.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job

Valid code 8/EB driver’s license. Willingness to work overtime when necessary. It will be expected of the candidate to perform clinical functions within the Primary Health Care setting and do relieve work at the other clinics in the sub-district when needed.

Experience

A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the one-year post basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills)

Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel). Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of nursing and public service legislation. Knowledge of Human Resource and Financial policies. Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills.

Enquiries

Ms G Van der Westhuizen, tel. no. (028) 514-8402

Registration With A Professional Council

Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs)

Responsible for the management and coordination of PHC services and delivery of person-centered quality nursing care in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards at the Primary Health Care Plan to practice a holistic health service on a short-/medium-/long term basis including the provision of effective mobile Primary Health Care services attached to the fixed facility. Manage Personnel matters including supervision and performance management, the utilization and supervision of staff, finances and procuring as well as implementing of policies, prescripts and protocols regarding the mentioned facets. Manage Health Programmes (CBS, COPC, Comprehensive Health, HAST, School Health) and Quality assurance program of the facility. Manage control and act in facet of Health, Support, Data collection and timeous submission of accurate PHC, CBS and HAST data, including Security, Cleaning, Infection control and Ground services reports monthly. Organize a cost-effective service on a daily basis and participate in community involvement including attending community engagements as required.

Note

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

Remuneration

R 720 819 per annum - R 821 454 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

6/12/2026 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.

Closing date: 2026/06/29 17:00:00