
Manager Nursing (PN-A9): Phc
The Department of Health is looking for a Manager Nursing (PN-A9): Phc. This is a permanent role based in Mpumalanga.
Source: DPSA Circular 40 of 2026Post 40/170, page 164
- Reference number
- MPDOH/NOV/26/1689
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Mpumalanga
- Closing date
- 20 November 2026
- Centre
- Steve Tshwete Sub-district (Nkangala District)
What you will need
- Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e.
- Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse (2026).
- A tertiary qualification in Health Sciences, preferably in Public Health.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the District Health System, District Health Planning, District Health Expenditure Reviews.
- A demonstrable understanding of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations, Financial Management, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Care.
- Skills: Leadership, Excellent Communication skills (verbal and written), Problem Solving, Computer Literacy and Presentation Skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Valid driver’s licence.
Experience
A minimum of ten (10 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience in management level at Public Health Service.
Professional registration
Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse (2026). A minimum of ten (10 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse.
Driver's licence
Valid driver’s licence.
Skills and competencies
- Competencies: Knowledge of the District Health System, District Health Planning, District Health Expenditure Reviews.
- Skills: Leadership, Excellent Communication skills (verbal and written), Problem Solving, Computer Literacy and Presentation Skills.
Key responsibilities
- Manage and evaluate the implementation of policy frameworks for service delivery by Primary Health Care facilities.
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of services by CHC’s and clinics, including mobile clinics.
- Coordinate and evaluate implantation of the five streams for health system strengthening.
- Facilitate transformation of nursing management.
- Coordinate and manage NPO’s that provide PHC services.
- Monitor optimal functioning of clinic committees.
- Monitor and evaluate the norms and standards for nursing practice in Primary Health Care.
- Promote professionalism in Primary Health Care.
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Ms. Glory Mokone
- Telephone: (013) 766 3340, (013) 766 3103, (013) 766 3351, (013) 766 3087, (013) 766 3018

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