Assistant Manager Nursing (Area)

About the role

The Department of Health (Eastern Cape) is hiring an Assistant Manager Nursing (Area), based in Joe Gqabi District, Empilisweni Hospital. This is a permanent post, paying R720,819 – R833,775 a year. How to apply: Alternatively, applications can be submitted electronically via email to: Joseph.Ndzinde@echealth.gov.za Reference number to quote: ECHEALTH/AMN- Closing date: 06 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Delegate, supervise and coordinate the provision of effective and effective patient care through adequate nursing care.
• Coordinate and monitor the implementation of nursing care plan and evaluation thereof.
• Develop, establish and maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders (interprofessional, intersectoral and multi-disciplinary teamwork).
• Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards and procedures.
• Manage and monitor proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources.
• Initiate and participate in health promotion to ensure consistent communication of relevant, accurate and comprehensive information on health care.

Requirements

• Basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• At least 8 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC of which at least 3 years should be at a managerial level.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of PFMA, Batho Pele Principles, Patient Rights Charter and other relevant legal frameworks, Labour Relations and Public Service Acts.
• Managerial and communication (both written and verbal), report writing and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of six key priority areas, ability to work under pressure.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Computer literacy.