Campus Head

Department of Health; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 156 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health department is looking for a Campus Head for the Chris Hani Baragwanath Campus. The role involves developing and managing nursing education programs, strategically overseeing campus operations, and ensuring compliance with health sector legislations. Candidates must have extensive nursing experience and higher education qualifications. This position offers competitive remuneration and the chance to make a significant impact in nursing education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 11 years of nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse.
• At least 7 years of experience in Nursing Education with a post-basic qualification.
• 3 years of recognizable managerial experience at a Nursing College or Higher Education Institution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the campus.
• Oversee student selection for enrollment.
• Manage financial and human resources.

Skills

Strategic capability

Programme and Project Management

Financial Management

People Management and Empowerment

Problem solving and analysis

Communication

Client orientation and customer focus

Education

Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent

Basic qualification in nursing registered with SANC

Master’s Degree in Nursing or Health Service Management

Job description

CAMPUS HEAD - CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH CAMPUS (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

• Reference Number : REFS/035072
• Directorate : Management
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 1 155 099 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package)

Requirements

• A Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent to matric, a Basic qualification in nursing registered with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma/Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. A post basic qualification in an R212 or R48 programs. A qualifications in Nursing Education, Nursing Management/Administration or Health Service Management, the qualifications registered with the SANC. Master’s Degree in Nursing, Health Service Management or Public Health (NQF level 9) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 11 years of appropriate /recognizable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 7 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognizable experience in Nursing Education after obtaining the one (1) year post-basic qualification in Nursing Education. and at least three(3) years must be appropriate/recognizable managerial experience at a Nursing College or Higher Nursing Education Institution. Knowledge and understanding of the legislations, related regulations and policies in the public sector in particular in the health sector and management of a Nursing Training Institution or a Higher Nursing Education Institution. Valid Driver’s licence is an inherent requirement. Computer Certificate or literacy. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment. Service delivery innovation, Problem solving and analysis, Communication, Client orientation and customer focus.

Duties

• Develop, implement and monitor the strategic plans of the campus. Market the corporate image of the campus. Oversee the selection of students for enrolment with the campus in consultation with management and hospital Chief Executive Officers, Develop policy guidelines for nurse education and training. Provide learning and teaching resources. Conduct quality assurance. Supervise setting of examination and commissioning examination results. Liase with statutory bodies and other institutions of Higher learning. Manage support services (HR, Library, student affairs, counselling etc). Plan and monitor the implementation of a range of Nursing Education and Training programmes. Lead academic oversight committees. Develop monitoring reports to ensure oversight committees are updated on developments in the institution. Lead strategic and operational planning of the institution and monitor operational planning of the institution. Direct the total quality management system of the institution. Develop regular institutional performance reports. Manage financial and human resources.

Notes

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Application/s without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the respective HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tool. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) will be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime, where applicable is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.

Criteria Questions

• Do you have Basic qualification in nursing registered with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma/Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse?
• Do you have A post basic qualification in an R212 or R48 programs?
• Do you have a qualifications in Nursing Education, Nursing Management/Administration or Health Service Management, the qualifications registered with the SANC?
• Do you have A minimum of 11 years of appropriate /recognizable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 7 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognizable experience in Nursing Education after obtaining the one (1) year post-basic qualification in Nursing Education. and at least three(3) years must be appropriate/recognizable managerial experience at a Nursing College or Higher Nursing Education Institution?
• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Gauteng College of Nursing (Chris Hani Baragwanath Campus)

Closing Date : 28-01-2026