The Free State Department of Health is offering an exciting career opportunity for qualified and experienced nursing professionals at the Nursing College. If you have a passion for nursing education and a strong background in management, this position might be the perfect fit for you.
Nursing College Position Details:
- Job Title: Principal Nursing College (PND6)
- Reference Number: H/PNC/01
- Salary: R1 216 824 per annum
- Location: Free State School of Nursing (FSSoN)
Key Responsibilities:
As the Principal of the Nursing College, you will be responsible for leading and managing the educational and administrative functions of the Free State School of Nursing. Your duties will include:
- Facilitating Nursing Education and Training: Ensuring that student nurses within the catchment area receive high-quality education and training to meet departmental goals.
- Managing Education and Training: Overseeing the educational activities and operations across the college’s three campuses and sub-campuses.
- Human Resources Development: Leading the development of human resources at the college.
- Support Services Management: Overseeing support services such as human resources, library services, student affairs, and the management of material and physical resources.
- Financial Management: Managing the college’s finances to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Corporate Image Enhancement: Promoting and enhancing the image of the Free State School of Nursing and the Department of Health.
- Coordinating Nursing Education: Providing strategic direction and coordination of nursing education within the department.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Nursing
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or an equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- Post Graduate Qualification in Nursing Education and Nursing Management registered with the SANC.
- Professional Registration:
- Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- Experience:
- A minimum of 13 years of appropriate/recognizable experience after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- At least 9 years of the above experience should be in Nursing Education after obtaining a one-year post-basic qualification.
- 5 years of experience in middle management/Senior Managerial level in Administration, Education, or Primary Health Care.
- Completion of the SMS Pre-entry Certificate as offered by the National School of Government (NSG), which must be submitted before appointment.
- Other Requirements:
- Current Registration with the SANC.
- A valid unendorsed driver’s license.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Thorough understanding of various Acts, Regulations, and Policies that impact nursing education management.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and administrative skills.
- Strategic capability, management, and leadership skills.
- Proficient in conflict resolution and public finance management.
- Effective communication, reporting, and networking skills.
- Competent in using computer systems.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
Application Process:
- Application Method: Applications must be submitted via e-recruitment at the following link: https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment
- Closing Date: 30 August 2024
- Application Requirements: Your application should include a comprehensive CV. The Department of Health discourages the use of registered mail for submitting applications and will not be responsible for applications sent via registered mail that are not collected from the post office. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure their application reaches the department on time.
Selection Process:
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a technical exercise to assess their relevant technical skills, which will be communicated by the department.
- Following the interview and technical exercise, successful candidates will be recommended to attend a generic management competency assessment in line with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments.
- This assessment will test generic managerial competencies using the DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
Important Notes:
- Security Clearance: Appointment is subject to a positive outcome from State Security, including checks on Security Clearance, Citizenship, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records, and previous employment.
- Application Outcome: If you do not receive any communication from the Department within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Contact Information:
For any inquiries regarding this position, please contact:
- Me MA Mofubelu
- Telephone: (051) 408 1562/1752
This job posting offers a prestigious opportunity for a highly qualified nursing professional to lead and manage nursing education in the Free State.
Apply now to be a part of a team dedicated to excellence in nursing education and health services.
