About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager Nursing for the Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital, located in Mobeni, KwaZulu-Natal. This pivotal role is essential for providing strategic leadership and direction to Primary Health Care (PHC) nursing services, ultimately enhancing the quality of patient care in the community. By coordinating and supervising nursing services, you will play a vital part in ensuring that health standards and compliance measures are upheld, contributing to the overall mission of providing accessible and efficient healthcare to the population.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of implementing the District Health Plan and monitoring PHC indicators. Your leadership will impact not only the hospital’s operations but also the health outcomes of the community. This position is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to influence and foster an environment where health education, promotion, and disease prevention are prioritized, making a significant difference in the lives of many South Africans.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all South Africans through comprehensive healthcare services. Its mission encompasses the promotion of health, prevention of diseases, and the provision of quality healthcare services across various levels. Working within this department means being part of a team that is committed to community health, innovation, and the implementation of progressive health policies that aim to achieve Universal Health Coverage.
What You’ll Do
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for nursing services within the Primary Health Care framework.
- Coordinate and supervise the delivery of quality patient care services.
- Monitor the implementation of the District Health Plan and relevant health indicators.
- Ensure compliance with health standards, including the Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) and clinical governance.
- Manage human, financial, and material resources efficiently, including budget oversight.
- Oversee staff performance, development, and resolution of grievances.
- Lead infection prevention and control initiatives and quality improvement programs.
- Monitor key health programs, including those addressing HIV, AIDS, and maternal health.
- Promote health education and strengthen multidisciplinary stakeholder relationships.
- Utilize health information to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent, allowing registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse with Midwifery.
- Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- A minimum of 9 years’ nursing experience post-registration, with at least 4 years in a PHC management role.
- Additional qualifications in Nursing Administration or Health Service Management are advantageous.
- Proficiency in computer applications and a valid driver’s license.
- Comprehensive knowledge of PHC policies, nursing care processes, and health system management.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
How to Apply
Applications to be forwarded to: The Human Resource Manager OR hand-delivered to A-Block 1st Floor white applications box at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital, Private Bag X07, Mobeni, 4060.
Requirements
Basic R425 Diploma / Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification allowing registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse with Midwifery.Current South African Nursing Council (SANC) registration (2026).
9 years’ appropriate/ recognisable nursing experience after registration, with at least 4 years at Primary Health Care (PHC) management level.
Diploma/Degree in Nursing Administration/Health Service Management will be an added advantage.
Computer literacy and a valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge, Skills Training and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Primary Health Care policies, legislation, guidelines, norms and standards.
Knowledge of nursing care processes, procedures, clinical governance and quality assurance.
Knowledge of human resource management, financial management and supply chain management processes.
Knowledge of District Health System planning, monitoring and evaluation.
Knowledge of PHC programmes, including HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections and Tuberculosis (HAST), communicable and non-communicable diseases, and maternal, neonatal and child health.
Good leadership, management, coordination and supervisory skills.
Good communication, report-writing, conflict-management and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage human, financial and material resources effectively.
Ability to analyse and interpret health information and use data to improve service delivery.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and engage with internal and external stakeholders.
Computer skills, including the ability to use relevant Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Job Duties
Provide strategic leadership and direction to Primary Health Care nursing services.Coordinate, supervise and monitor quality and efficient patient-care services.
Monitor implementation of the District Health Plan, PHC indicators, norms, standards and targets, and initiate corrective action where required.
Coordinate planning, monitoring and evaluation of PHC service delivery within the sub-district.
Ensure compliance with Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC), Ideal Health Facility, clinical governance and nursing standards.
Manage human, financial and material resources effectively, including budget monitoring and audit compliance.
Manage staff performance, development, discipline and grievances.
Ensure effective infection prevention and control and quality-improvement programmes.
Monitor key PHC programmes, including HIV, AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections and Tuberculosis (HAST), communicable and non-communicable diseases, and maternal, neonatal and child health.
Promote health education, health promotion and disease prevention.
Strengthen multidisciplinary, outreach and stakeholder relationships.
Use health information and monitoring and evaluation findings to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.
Support service-delivery innovations towards Universal Health Coverage/National Health Insurance (NHI).
Perform any other duties delegated by the relevant authority.
