About the Role
The Department of Correctional Services is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager Nursing Grade 1 to join its dynamic team at the National Head Office. This vital role is based in Pretoria, a city that serves as the administrative capital of South Africa. As a Deputy Manager, you will play a crucial part in developing and overseeing critical health policies and programs aimed at managing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) within correctional facilities. Your work will directly impact the wellness and rehabilitation of inmates, ensuring they receive the necessary therapeutic and medical support services.
This position is not just a job; it’s a commitment to enhancing the health standards within the correctional system. You will coordinate the implementation of strategies that prevent and manage diseases, ultimately contributing to the betterment of public health in our communities. Your expertise will support the overall mission of the Department of Correctional Services to foster rehabilitation and reintegration, making a significant difference in the lives of many.
About the Department
The Department of Correctional Services is dedicated to providing a safe and secure correctional environment while promoting rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders. By focusing on health and wellness within correctional facilities, the department aims to reduce recidivism and support the broader objectives of public safety and social justice. Working for this department means being part of a mission that prioritizes human dignity, rehabilitation, and the health of every individual in the correctional system.
What You’ll Do
- Develop, implement, monitor, and review policies and programs related to non-communicable diseases.
- Coordinate the prevention, management, and control of NCDs within correctional centres.
- Oversee the provision of therapeutic and medical support services within the department.
- Review and develop medical parole policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conduct risk assessments and devise risk management plans for NCDs and therapeutic services.
- Manage human resources, financial resources, and assets effectively.
- Oversee performance information management to ensure quality service delivery.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/Degree in Nursing) or equivalent, enabling registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- A minimum of nine years of nursing experience post-registration, with at least four years in a management role.
- Proficiency in computer skills and a valid driver’s license.
- Strong knowledge of nursing care processes, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks.
- Competencies in financial management, problem-solving, decision-making, and training development.
- Excellent report writing and time management skills.
- A commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and service delivery orientation.
- Willingness to travel as required.
How to Apply
Please follow the application instructions below to submit your application.
Requirements
Basic R425 qualification (i.e.
Diploma/Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
A minimum of nine [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.
Computer literate.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of nursing care process and procedure, nursing statutes and other relevant legal frameworks, including the grievance procedure and disciplinary code and procedure.
Financial management, problem solving, decision making and facilitation skills.
Ability to plan, organize, lead and control.
Project, conflict management, training and development skills.
Good report writing and time management skills.
Ensuring confidentiality.
Understanding of public service policies and legislative framework.
Service delivery and client orientation.
Integrity, honesty and assertiveness.
Willingness to travel.
Job Duties
Develop, implement, monitor and review policies, programmes, guidelines and standard operating procedures relating to Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), special care and therapeutic and medical services.Coordinate and 16 oversee the prevention, management and control of non-communicable diseases within correctional centres.
Coordinate and monitor the provision of therapeutic and medical support services within the department.
Develop, implement, monitor and review medical parole policies, procedures and guidelines.
Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans relating to NCDs, special care and therapeutic services.
Management of human resources, finance and assets.
Management of performance information.
