Assistant Manager Nursing (Head of Nursing) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

WCD83/2026

Location:

Vredendal Hospital, Matzikama Sub-district, West Coast District

REMUNERATION

R 720 819 - R 846 282 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

8/7/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/08/24 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel and to attend to community needs after hours. Ability to work in a high stress environment.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse OR A 3 year Diploma in Nursing (R171) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a General Nurse.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse or General Nurse.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Experience in change management, people management, conflict management, problem solving, negotiation, and strategic planning. Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills. Expertise in quality improvement, infection prevention and control strategies and in-depth knowledge and application of Ideal Hospital. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook). Extensive knowledge and understanding of the District Health System and the implementation thereof, relevant nursing legislation, policies and protocols of the Department of Health, Western Cape as well as experience in office administration, human resource management, financial management, supply chain and procurement processes.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 8 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience at management level.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be subjected to a practical/competency test.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provide leadership and co-ordinate the nursing service within designated levels of care. Manage and monitor the cost-effective utilisation of human, financial and physical resources Manage nursing research, nursing practice development and training programmes. Clinical governance and realisation of strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Division. Manage nursing quality assurance Programme and develop nursing policies.

ENQUIRIES

Dr ECT Ockhuis, tel. no. (027) 213-2039

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:

available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.