Job details

Circular: 30 of 2026
Page No.: 15–16

Circular Post: 30/247
Department: Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 4 September 2026

About this vacancy

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.

The closing date was 4 September 2026.

Application and salary information

Salary

Grade 1: R495 423 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 per annum

Application history

Previous application instructions are retained below for reference.

Vacancy information

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.

Centre: Otto Du Plessis Hospital, Cape Agulhas Sub-district
Salary information: Grade 1: R495 423 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 per annum

Requirements

13 requirements · official circular text

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science (R212) OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A postgraduate diploma (R635) accredited in Midwifery.
Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts (weekends, public holidays and nights) and willingness to work overtime when necessary.
Also be prepared to assist in other nursing units as the operational needs requires.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.

Duties

6 duties · official circular text

Provide optimal, holistic, specialised nursing care within set standards and professional/legal framework.
Manage and monitor the efficient and effective utilisation of human, financial and physical resources.
Participate in training, mentoring, research and implementation of the department`s values.
Provide Support to Nursing Services and the Institution.
Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
Maintain a good relationship with the MDT and refer patients for a holistic approach.

Enquiries

Ms N Adams Tel No: (028) 424-1167

APPLICATION INFORMATION — VACANCY CLOSED

Applications for this vacancy closed on 4 September 2026. Applications are no longer being accepted.

Previous application instructions — for reference

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Notes and Z83 guidance

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a practical assessment. “Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only PUBLIC applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.

Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.

Official source

This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 30 of 2026 for reference.

Disclaimer: SA Gov Jobs is an independent job information service and is not a government department. This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. Expired vacancies are kept for reference only. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.

Original Text

POST 30/247 : PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 TO 2 (SPECIALTY: ADVANCED MIDWIFERY/NEONATOLOGY)
Overberg District
SALARY : Grade 1: R495 423 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 per annum
CENTRE : Otto Du Plessis Hospital, Cape Agulhas Sub-district
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that
allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a
Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least
1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing
Science (R212) OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration
with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A postgraduate diploma (R635) accredited in Midwifery. Registration with a
professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC
in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC
in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic
qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty. Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts (weekends, public holidays
and nights) and willingness to work overtime when necessary. Also be prepared to assist in other nursing units as the operational needs requires.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel,
Outlook. Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills. Knowledge of relevant
legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.
DUTIES : Provide optimal, holistic, specialised nursing care within set standards and professional/legal framework. Manage and monitor the efficient and effective
utilisation of human, financial and physical resources. Participate in training, mentoring, research and implementation of the department`s values. Provide
Support to Nursing Services and the Institution. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Maintain a good relationship
with the MDT and refer patients for a holistic approach.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Adams Tel No: (028) 424-1167
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a practical assessment. “Candidates
who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition
that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are
submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only
PUBLIC
applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post
basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.