Deputy Manager Nursing (Level 1 and 2 Hospital) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS430/2026

Location: Stikland Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

R 1 069 215 per annum - R 1 219 323 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

7/17/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/31 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.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Current registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 4 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience at management level.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Knowledge of Nursing administration, Nursing Education, Quality Improvement, Infection Prevention and Control and Occupational Health strategies in health. Computer literacy in MS Office packages. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

EXPERIENCE

Provide strategic management and leadership to the nursing department. Oversee clinical governance and service delivery of nursing department. Effective people management of nursing services which include nursing personnel, HR matters, Staff development and staff support. Manage allocated budgets which include, Nursing Personnel, Agency, and Overtime, Budget, Equipment, Vetting and Asset Management.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to perform standby after hours and over weekends/public holidays when required.

ENQUIRIES

Ms L van der Berg, tel. no. (021) 940 4402

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.