Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (General)

Department: Western Cape Provincial Government Centre: Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley Salary: Grade 1: R571 161 per annum Posts: 2 DUTIES The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, co-ordinating and maintaining an optimal quality Nursing Service as an Operational Manager. Participative management and utilisation of Human Resources to fulfil operational and developmental functions in the area. Manage and monitor the Financial Resources of the clinical area. Initiate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution. To maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and development. ENQUIRIES Ms V Dubase Tel No: (021) 938-4000 HOW TO APPLY Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). NOTE No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical/ competency assessment. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Or a 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate / recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability and willingness to assist with shifts and after-hours hospital cover including weekends, public holidays, night duty relief and overtime as the need arises. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to function independently as well as 265 part of a multi-disciplinary team. Effective communication, interpersonal, leadership, decision-making and conflict resolution skills. Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure. Basic computer literacy. Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to nursing within the public sector. Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards.