OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (PN-B3): PHC
Salary
R693096.00 - R789861.00
Closing Date
06 Feb 2026
in 7 days
Reference
MPDOH/JAN/26/946
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) or Equivalent qualification 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 of appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least five (05) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience in Primary Health Care after obtaining the 1 year post basic PHC Nursing Science qualification. 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 201 Page 202 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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
How to Apply
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 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga Tel No: (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, 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.
Published in PSV Circular 2/2026 on January 23rd, 2026
