Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/234 · Ref PSH 08/2026
ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING- GENERAL
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
- CentrePort Shepstone Hospital- Medical, TCC & Psychiatry
- ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 4 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 32 of 2026
- Page No.
- 7–9
- Circular Post
- 32/234
- Reference number
- PSH 08/2026
- Department
- KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
- Province
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Centre
- Port Shepstone Hospital- Medical, TCC & Psychiatry
- Salary
- R720 819 per annum. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the
applicable rules Other Benefits: – 12% of basic salary – Rural Allowance
(conditions apply) - Closing date
- 18 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health.
The listed centre is Port Shepstone Hospital- Medical, TCC & Psychiatry.
Applications close on 18 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R720 819 per annum. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the
applicable rules Other Benefits: – 12% of basic salary – Rural Allowance
(conditions apply)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric or Equivalent.
- Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science.
- Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing Science.
- Diploma / Degree in Psychiatry, Diploma / Degree in Health Service Management.
- Certificate in computer course.
- Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse, Midwife / Accoucher, Psychiatry and Health Service Management.
- A minimum of 10 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital environment after registration as a General Nurse.
- At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience as an Operational Manager Nursing.
- SANC receipt 2026.
- Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies Required: In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics and professional practice.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, Patient’s Rights Charter, and relevant Department of Health policies.
- Sound knowledge of Clinical Forensic nursing standards, protocols and clinical guidelines.
- Leadership, supervisory, planning, organisational and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to manage human, financial and material resources effectively.
- Good communication, interpersonal, conflict management and report-writing skills.
- Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Labour Relations and Performance Management Systems.
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Duties
- Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic nursing units within set standards and professional / legal framework.
- Plan organise, coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the domain to ensure quality patient care.
- Monitor and promote Infection Prevention and Control practices, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure effective management and utilization of human, financial and material resources.
- Monitor financial resources with emphases on cost containment and keeping of all records within financial policies regarding procurement and the policy regarding revenue generation.
- Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensure adherence to protocols, policies and standard of care.
- Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards.
- Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM Standards.
- Evaluate staff on work performance and implement employer assistance plan.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective and equitable service delivery.
- Coordinate and facilitate orientation, in-service training mentoring and continuous professional development of staff.
- Compile and submit reports, statistics and other information required.
- Participate in research activities and promote evidencebased nursing practice.
- Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and self-development.
- Champion and monitor the implementation of CPD program as per SANC CPD framework.
Enquiries
Mrs M.C Maqutu Tel No: (039) 688 6117 / 6308
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
Applicants Are Encourage To Utilise Courier Services/ S’thesha Waya Waya or e-mail to PSRH.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za (Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit proof of qualifications) Applications could be posted / hand delivered to: The Human Resource Manager, Port Shepstone Hospital, Private Bag X5706, Port Shepstone, 4240. FOR ATTENTION Mr. Z.M Zulu
Notes and Z83 guidance
Detailed application for employment (Z83) and Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies – must not be submitted when applying for employment.
- 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. NB: Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T Claims. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes 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).
- Due to financial constraints, S&T claims will not be paid to candidates who attended interviews. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 32 of 2026 for reference.
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POST 32/234 : ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING- GENERAL REF NO: PSH 08/2026 (X1 POST)
SALARY : R720 819 per annum. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the
applicable rules Other Benefits: – 12% of basic salary – Rural Allowance
(conditions apply)
CENTRE : Port Shepstone Hospital- Medical, TCC & Psychiatry
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 / Matric or Equivalent. Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science. Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing Science. Diploma / Degree in
Psychiatry, Diploma / Degree in Health Service Management. Certificate in computer course. Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse, Midwife
/ Accoucher, Psychiatry and Health Service Management. A minimum of 10 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital environment
after registration as a General Nurse. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience as an Operational
Manager Nursing. SANC receipt 2026. Knowledge, Skills, Training And
Competencies Required: In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics and professional practice. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies
including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety
Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles,
Patient’s Rights Charter, and relevant Department of Health policies. Sound knowledge of Clinical Forensic nursing standards, protocols and clinical
guidelines. Leadership, supervisory, planning, organisational and problemsolving skills. Ability to manage human, financial and material resources effectively. Good communication, interpersonal, conflict management and
report-writing skills. Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Labour
Relations and Performance Management Systems. Computer literacy in
Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
DUTIES : Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic nursing units within set standards and professional / legal framework. Plan organise,
coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the domain to ensure quality patient care. Monitor and promote Infection Prevention and
Control practices, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure effective management and utilization of human, financial and material
resources. Monitor financial resources with emphases on cost containment and keeping of all records within financial policies regarding procurement and the
policy regarding revenue generation. Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensure adherence to protocols, policies and standard of care.
Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards. Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM
Standards. Evaluate staff on work performance and implement employer assistance plan. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient,
cost-effective and equitable service delivery. Coordinate and facilitate orientation, in-service training mentoring and continuous professional
development of staff. Compile and submit reports, statistics and other information required. Participate in research activities and promote evidencebased nursing practice. Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and
self-development. Champion and monitor the implementation of CPD program as per SANC CPD framework.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs M.C Maqutu Tel No: (039) 688 6117 / 6308
APPLICATIONS : Applicants Are Encourage To Utilise Courier Services/ S’thesha Waya Waya or e-mail to PSRH.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za (Only shortlisted candidates
will be requested to submit proof of qualifications) Applications could be posted
/ hand delivered to: The Human Resource Manager, Port Shepstone Hospital,
Private Bag X5706, Port Shepstone, 4240.
FOR ATTENTION Mr. Z.M Zulu
NOTE : Detailed application for employment (Z83) and Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies – must not be submitted when applying for employment. 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. NB: Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T Claims. The appointments are
subject to positive outcomes 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). Due to financial constraints, S&T claims will not be paid to candidates who attended interviews. The appointment is subject to
positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security
clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications.
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026
SALARY : R720 819 per annum. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the
applicable rules Other Benefits: – 12% of basic salary – Rural Allowance
(conditions apply)
CENTRE : Port Shepstone Hospital- Medical, TCC & Psychiatry
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 / Matric or Equivalent. Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science. Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing Science. Diploma / Degree in
Psychiatry, Diploma / Degree in Health Service Management. Certificate in computer course. Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse, Midwife
/ Accoucher, Psychiatry and Health Service Management. A minimum of 10 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital environment
after registration as a General Nurse. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience as an Operational
Manager Nursing. SANC receipt 2026. Knowledge, Skills, Training And
Competencies Required: In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics and professional practice. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies
including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety
Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles,
Patient’s Rights Charter, and relevant Department of Health policies. Sound knowledge of Clinical Forensic nursing standards, protocols and clinical
guidelines. Leadership, supervisory, planning, organisational and problemsolving skills. Ability to manage human, financial and material resources effectively. Good communication, interpersonal, conflict management and
report-writing skills. Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Labour
Relations and Performance Management Systems. Computer literacy in
Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
DUTIES : Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic nursing units within set standards and professional / legal framework. Plan organise,
coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the domain to ensure quality patient care. Monitor and promote Infection Prevention and
Control practices, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure effective management and utilization of human, financial and material
resources. Monitor financial resources with emphases on cost containment and keeping of all records within financial policies regarding procurement and the
policy regarding revenue generation. Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensure adherence to protocols, policies and standard of care.
Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards. Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM
Standards. Evaluate staff on work performance and implement employer assistance plan. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient,
cost-effective and equitable service delivery. Coordinate and facilitate orientation, in-service training mentoring and continuous professional
development of staff. Compile and submit reports, statistics and other information required. Participate in research activities and promote evidencebased nursing practice. Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and
self-development. Champion and monitor the implementation of CPD program as per SANC CPD framework.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs M.C Maqutu Tel No: (039) 688 6117 / 6308
APPLICATIONS : Applicants Are Encourage To Utilise Courier Services/ S’thesha Waya Waya or e-mail to PSRH.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za (Only shortlisted candidates
will be requested to submit proof of qualifications) Applications could be posted
/ hand delivered to: The Human Resource Manager, Port Shepstone Hospital,
Private Bag X5706, Port Shepstone, 4240.
FOR ATTENTION Mr. Z.M Zulu
NOTE : Detailed application for employment (Z83) and Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies – must not be submitted when applying for employment. 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. NB: Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T Claims. The appointments are
subject to positive outcomes 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). Due to financial constraints, S&T claims will not be paid to candidates who attended interviews. The appointment is subject to
positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security
clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications.
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026