OPERATIONAL MANAGER (MAMBEDWINI CLINIC)

POST 28/95 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER (MAMBEDWINI CLINIC) REF NO: MA01/2026
(X1 POST)
Component: Nursing-PHC
SALARY : Grade 1: R720 821 – R821 554 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) and Housing Allowance (Employee must meet the
prescribed requirements). Rural allowance 8%
CENTRE : Appelsbosch Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Degree/National Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery. Only shortlisted candidate will submit proof of current registration with SANC (2026) as a
Professional Nurse and Midwifery. A Post Basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year in Curative skills in Primary Health Care accredited
with SANC Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in
General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred above must be appropriate /recognisable after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification in
the relevant specialty. Certificate of Service endorsed by Human Resource as proof of experience. (Only if shortlisted). Additional information Diploma in
Nursing Management, Computer literacy. Valid Driver’s license Code B (08)
will serve as a recommendation. Knowledge, Skills, Training, And
Competencies Required: Knowledge of SANC Rules and Regulations,
Knowledge of Legislative Framework and Departmental prescripts.
Leadership, organisational, Decision making, problem solving and interpersonal skills. Basic financial management skills. Knowledge of Human
Resource Management. Personal Attitude, Responsive, Professionalism,
Supportive, Assertive and Team player role. Communication skills and decision making skills. Leadership and supervisory skills.
DUTIES : Assist in planning, organising and monitoring of objectives of the specialised unit/department. Manage all resources within the unit effectively and efficiently
to ensure optimum service delivery. Ability to plan and organise own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Display a concern for
patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care. Monitor
Provision of quality comprehensive service delivery at PHC clinic. Participate actively in Operation Sukuma Sakhe programme. Work as part of the
multidisciplinary team to ensure good nursing care. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, community and multidisciplinary team. Monitor
safe patient service and improve client satisfaction. Participate in the attainment of Norms and Standards (OHSC). Contribute to the realization of
Ideal Clinic (ICRM) status. Participate in the analysis and formulation of nursing policies and procedures. Provide direct and indirect supervision of all staff
within the unit and give guidance. Demonstrate an understanding of Human
Resource and Financial Management Policies and procedures. Monitor and evaluate the care and management of all patients through clinical audits. Ability
to supervise PHC emergencies and refer appropriately. Monitor implementation of PHC Re-Engineering Monitor implementation and
performance on indicators on daily, weekly and monthly basis; provide feedback to management, analyse data and draw up quality improvement plan
and implementation plan. Exercise control of discipline and any other Labour
Related issues in terms of laid down procedures. Ensure complaint management is functional in the Clinic Ensure functionality of the Clinic
committee programme so that community involvement and participation is achieved.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. M Zele: Assistant Manager Nursing-PHC Tel No: (032) 294 8000
APPLICATIONS : : should be forwarded to: The Chief Executive Officer, P/Bag X215, Ozwathini, 3242. email: Zakhele.nxumalo@kznhealth.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : Human Resource Manager
NOTE : NB: Applicants are encouraging to hand delivered or courier their applications this office will not be responsible for late or lost applications due to unreliable
post office. Directions to Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Applications are not required to submit copies of qualification and
other relevant document on application but must submit the Employment Form
(Z83) and the detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of certificates and other relevant documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidate on
or before the interviews. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview
following communication from HR. It will be expected candidate(s) to be
available for interview process on a day, 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. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e.g. Reference Number MA01/2026) Persons with disabilities
should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants. The appointment is subject to positive
outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of
Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from
Employers. Please note that due to a large number of applications received,
applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants
will be advised of the outcome. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date,
they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited
for interview. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different
Occupational Categories in the Department). Equity Target: African Male.
CLOSING DATE : 24 August 2026