OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING PHC(CHRONIC)

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 730,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health invites applications for Operational Manager Nursing PHC (Chronic). This senior post leads a primary health care facility with a focus on comprehensive chronic care delivery and nursing standards.

The ideal candidate holds a nursing diploma/degree with a post-basic qualification, at least 9 years’ nursing experience (5 post-basic), strong leadership, admin, HR, finance and supply chain management, and proficient use of health legislation. Salary: R 720 819.00 per annum.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with SANC-accredited nursing qualification or equivalent.
• Post-basic nursing qualification (minimum 1 year) accredited with SANC.
• At least 9 years' nursing experience after registration; 5 years post-basic experience.
• Diploma/degree in Health Services Management/Nursing Administration/Management is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility delivering quality comprehensive community health care.
• Provide administrative, educational, and clinical services within the facility.
• Manage HR, finances, and supply chain; monitor resources and performance.
• Liaise with stakeholders to improve service delivery; deputize when needed.

Skills

Computer literacy

Driver's license

Legislation knowledge

Education

Diploma/degree in nursing

Post basic nursing qualification (R48)

Health Services Management/Nursing Administration/Management

Job description

OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING PHC(CHRONIC)

• Reference Number : refs/056492
• Directorate : PRIMARY HEALTH CARE SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 720 819 .00 per annum

Requirements

• Grade 12 with basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e., diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse plus a post basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year accredited with SANC in terms of government Notice No R48 in the relevant specialty. A minimum of 9 years' appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional Nurse with SANC. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience after obtaining 1 year post basic qualification in relevant specialty (Clinical Health Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment and Care). Diploma/degree in Health Services Management/ Nursing Administration/Management will be an added advantage. Computer literacy and driver's license is essential. Knowledge of all Legislation relevant to Health Care Services.

Duties

• : Management of the facility by providing quality comprehensive community health care. Provide administrative services within the facility and provide educational and clinical services. Management of equipment and machinery. Management of HR, Finances and Supply Chain within the facility. Ensure clinical practice by the clinical team in accordance with the Scope of Practice and Nursing Standards. Compile reports, analyses data, identify gaps and take remedial steps by doing Quality Improvement plan with the team. Ensure the improvement of set targets for chronic stream. Ensure proper record keeping within the facility Management of resources within facility. Manage and monitor the productivity and performance of employees' development. Manage licensing of staff with all relevant professional bodies. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the norms and standards & ideal clinic. Ensure community participation. Manage labour relation issues. Ensure implementation of Departmental policies including Batho Pele and Patients' Rights. Liaise with all relevant stakeholders to improve service rendering. Ensure management of Multidisciplinary teams within the facilities. Provide comprehensive primary care services. Ensure effective and efficient coordination and integration of quality Health care. Encourage teamwork within the facility. Perform any other delegated duties by Supervisor/Manager. Deputize the Assistant Manager when the need arises.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 21-09-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Grade 12 with basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e., diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse ?

post basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year accredited with SANC in terms of government Notice No R48 in the relevant specialty?

Do you have a minimum of 9 years' appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional Nurse with SANC. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience after obtaining 1 year post basic qualification in relevant specialty (Clinical Health Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment and Care).