ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING SPECIALITY GRADE 1- CHILD NURSING

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health in Pholosong Regional Hospital seeks an Assistant Manager Nursing Specialty Grade 1 in Child Nursing. You will lead pediatric nursing care, supervise staff, and ensure adherence to clinical guidelines and safety standards.

The role requires extensive experience in general nursing and a focused track in child health. You will drive priority public health initiatives, coordinate resources, and support professional development while maintaining a patient-centered approach in a

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
• Minimum of 10 years’ nursing experience post-registration in General Nursing.
• At least 6 years in Child Nursing after completing a 1-year post-basic qualification.

Responsibilities

• Delegate, supervise and coordinate pediatric care per guidelines and policies.
• Monitor priority programs (EMTCT, MBFI, IMCI, EPI).
• Ensure infection prevention, control and safety standards.
• Lead and develop staff, manage resources, and foster multi-disciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict management

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Education

SANC registration eligible

Health Service Management/Nursing Administration

Job description

ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING SPECIALITY GRADE 1- CHILD NURSING

• Reference Number : refs/056559


• Directorate : Medical


• Number of Posts : 1


• Enquiries : Ms. M.G. Makgoba Tel No: [phone]

Requirements :

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent. Basic Diploma/Degree that allows registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. A minimum of ten (10) years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least six (06) years of the period referred above must be appropriate/ recognizable experience in Child Nursing Specialty after obtaining a one (01) year post-basic qualification in relevant specialty. Diploma or Degree in Health Service Management/ Nursing Administration or Management. At least three (3) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognizable experience at Nursing management level. Proof of current year SANC registration. Demonstrate computer literacy in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with the ability to compile presentations and draft professional reports.SKILLS: Strong Leadership skills, Good Communication, Conflict management/ Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Duties :

• Delegate, supervise and coordinate the provision of effective and efficient patient care through adequate Specialized Child nursing care aligned to Nursing guidelines, practices, policies and procedures. Monitor implementation of priority programs, EMTCT, MBFI, IMCI, EPI, etc. Adhere to Principles of Infection Prevention and Control. Be flexible and be able to prioritize, respond and advocate for best Paediatric clinical outcomes. Monitor and ensure proper allocation and utilization of human, financial and physical resources. Establish and maintain constructive working relationship with clinical and non-clinical staff that will allow consistent flow of patient care by a multi-disciplinary team. Ensure compliance with Health and safety standards and IHRM (Ideal Hospital Realization and Maintenance) and OHSC (Office of Health Standard Compliance) including safe standards for emergency readiness, disaster management and prevention/ management of patient safety incidents. Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and development of self and subordinates through ongoing training and research. Provide support to staff regarding clinical and non-clinical matters and engage in problem solving/ conflict management. Ensure effective Data governance. Guide and supervise implementation of Operational plans as guided by GDOH Annual Performance plan. Demonstrate willingness and flexibility to work weekends and public holidays as required by operational needs. Knowledge of PFMA and Supply Chain Management Regulations and other regulatory framework

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Pholosong Regional Hospital

Closing Date : 25-09-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have a Diploma/Degree that allows registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife?

A minimum of ten (10) years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing?

A recognizable experience in Child Nursing Specialty after obtaining a one (01) year post-basic qualification in relevant specialty?