Circular 28 of 2026 · Post 28/92 · Ref MURCHMOBILE 01/2026

OPERATIONAL MANAGER (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE)

KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

  • CentreMurchison Hospital- Thembalesizwe Clinic
  • ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 19 days remaining

Job details

Circular
28 of 2026
Page No.
7–9
Circular Post
28/92
Reference number
MURCHMOBILE 01/2026
Department
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
Centre
Murchison Hospital- Thembalesizwe Clinic
Salary
R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits 13th Cheque, Home owners allowance (employee must meet prescribed Requirements), Medical Aid (Optional) and
12% Rural Allowance
Closing date
28 August 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits 13th Cheque, Home owners allowance (employee must meet prescribed Requirements), Medical Aid (Optional) and
12% Rural Allowance

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Requirements

  • Senior Certificate Degree / Diploma in General nursing plus 1 year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care or 1 year post basic qualification in Community Nursing Science with specialization in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care as per R212 SANC Regulation.
  • Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse and Primary Health Care Nurse A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in general nursing of which 5 years must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the one year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care or one year post basic qualification in Community Nursing Science with specialization in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care as per R212 SANC Regulation.
  • Certificate of service from previous and current employer endorsed and stamped by HR Preference will be given to candidates who possess a valid Code 08 Drivers license and have proof of Computer Literacy Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Knowledge of nursing care and processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks Knowledge of Public service regulations Disciplinary code, human resource policies, hospital generic and specific policies Leadership, organizational, decision making and problem solving abilities within the limit of the public sector and institutional policy framework and good communication skills Interpersonal skills including public relations, negotiating, conflict handling and counselling skills Financial and budgetary knowledge pertaining to the relevant resources under management Insight into procedures and policies pertaining to nursing care Computer skills in basic programmes.

Duties

  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of primary health care services and systems within the designated services area in line with, public health indicators, set norms, standards and targets with a view to report thereon and to initiate corrective action timeously.
  • Analyse health policy and programme imperatives with a view to developing customised implementation strategies to guide the primary health care service providers in the service area towards complying with the stated norms, standards and targets.
  • Identify “transversal “primary” health care and systems barriers (including emerging health trends in the service area) with a view to ensure corrective action at an appropriate level.
  • Ensure and monitor that primary health care services within the designated services area are provided with adequate support by multidisciplinary teams attached to the CHC / district hospital as well as from shared corporate service providers attached to the mothering institution.
  • Ensure an integrated approach with the implementation of various primary health care programmes to provide a seamless service delivery platform, including the prioritising of needs within the service area and the allocation of resources accordingly.
  • Ensure the effective and efficient utilisation of allocated resources, including the development of staff budgetary, procurement planning inputs and maintenance of prescribed information management systems.

Enquiries

Mr LG Nyawo Tel No: (039) 687 7315, ext. 130

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

: All Applications should be forwarded to: Chief Executive Officer Murchison District Hospital P/Bag X701, Port Shepstone, 4240 Or Hand Delivered To: Human Resources Department, Murchison Hospital. (Applications can also be e-mailed to: MurchisonHospital.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za

Notes and Z83 guidance

The following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment Form (Z83) which is obtainable at any Government Department or from the Website – www.kznhealth.gov.za. The Z83 form must be completed in full in a manner that allows a selection committee to assess the quality of a candidate based on the information provided in the form Applicant for employment are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on

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POST 28/92 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE) REF NO: MURCHMOBILE 01/2026 (X1 POST)
SALARY : R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits 13th Cheque, Home owners allowance (employee must meet prescribed Requirements), Medical Aid (Optional) and
12% Rural Allowance
CENTRE : Murchison Hospital- Thembalesizwe Clinic
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate Degree / Diploma in General nursing plus 1 year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care or 1 year post basic qualification in
Community Nursing Science with specialization in Clinical Nursing Science,
Health Assessment, Treatment and Care as per R212 SANC Regulation.
Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse and Primary Health Care
Nurse A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in general nursing of
which 5 years must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the one year post basic qualification in Primary Health Care or one year post basic
qualification in Community Nursing Science with specialization in Clinical
Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care as per R212 SANC
Regulation. Certificate of service from previous and current employer endorsed and stamped by HR Preference will be given to candidates who possess a valid
Code 08 Drivers license and have proof of Computer Literacy Knowledge,
Skills and Competencies Knowledge of nursing care and processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks Knowledge
of Public service regulations Disciplinary code, human resource policies, hospital generic and specific policies Leadership, organizational, decision
making and problem solving abilities within the limit of the public sector and institutional policy framework and good communication skills Interpersonal
skills including public relations, negotiating, conflict handling and counselling skills Financial and budgetary knowledge pertaining to the relevant resources
under management Insight into procedures and policies pertaining to nursing care Computer skills in basic programmes.
DUTIES : Monitor and evaluate the performance of primary health care services and systems within the designated services area in line with, public health
indicators, set norms, standards and targets with a view to report thereon and to initiate corrective action timeously. Analyse health policy and programme
imperatives with a view to developing customised implementation strategies to guide the primary health care service providers in the service area towards
complying with the stated norms, standards and targets. Identify “transversal
“primary” health care and systems barriers (including emerging health trends in the service area) with a view to ensure corrective action at an appropriate
level. Ensure and monitor that primary health care services within the designated services area are provided with adequate support by multidisciplinary teams attached to the CHC / district hospital as well as from shared
corporate service providers attached to the mothering institution. Ensure an integrated approach with the implementation of various primary health care
programmes to provide a seamless service delivery platform, including the prioritising of needs within the service area and the allocation of resources
accordingly. Ensure the effective and efficient utilisation of allocated resources, including the development of staff budgetary, procurement planning inputs and
maintenance of prescribed information management systems.
ENQUIRIES Mr LG Nyawo Tel No: (039) 687 7315, ext. 130
APPLICATIONS : : All Applications should be forwarded to: Chief Executive Officer Murchison District Hospital P/Bag X701, Port Shepstone, 4240 Or Hand Delivered To:
Human Resources Department, Murchison Hospital. (Applications can also be e-mailed to: MurchisonHospital.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za
NOTE : The following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment Form (Z83) which is obtainable at any Government Department or from the Website
– www.kznhealth.gov.za. The Z83 form must be completed in full in a manner that allows a selection committee to assess the quality of a candidate based
on the information provided in the form Applicant for employment are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on
application but must submit the Z83 form and detailed curriculum Vitae(CV)
The certified copies of qualifications and all other required relevant documents will be requested only from the shortlisted candidates which may be submitted
to HR on or before the day of the interview Faxed applications will not be accepted The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on
the form Z83 e.g. MURCH/ 29/2023 NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. The appointments are subject to a
positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship),
verification of Educational qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual
Property Commission (CIPC). Applicants in possession of a foreign qualification must attach an evaluation certificate from the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA) when the applicant is shortlisted. Non-RSA /
Permanent Residents / Work permit holders must submit documentary proof when the applicant is shortlisted) Please note that due to large number of
applications anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged. However,
every applicant will be advised of the outcome of his or her applications in due course. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative active employer,
whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories in the
Institution) If you have not heard from us within two months from the closing date, Please accept that your application has been unsuccessful Employment
Equity target for the post is African Male and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that due to the budget constraints no S&T
and Resettlement allowance will be paid to any successful candidate on appointment. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two
pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements
and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
CLOSING DATE : 28 August 2026

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