operational manager: nursing (specialty: advanced psychiatry) pnb3, Ref No. H/O/4/2026

Apply for operational manager: nursing (specialty: advanced psychiatry) pnb3 at department of department of health. Closing date 2026-03-20.

Job Summary

Department: department of health

Directorate: mental health services

Province: free state

Reference: H/O/4/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-20

Salary: R693,096

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 10

Centre: Free State Psychiatric Complex, Bloemfontein


Minimum Qualification

Diploma/Degree in Nursing plus a 1-year Post-Basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science accredited with SANC

Experience Required

9 Years Total (5 Years Specialty) in nursing after registration with SANC as a Prof Nurse

Required Competencies & Skills

  • In-depth understanding of the Nursing Act, Mental Health Care Act, and related ethical nursing practices
  • Proficiency in Public Service Regulations and Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills in a clinical specialty environment
  • Basic understanding of HR policies and financial practices
  • Valid Driver's license and computer literacy

Requirements

  • Minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse
  • At least 5 years of the period must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Supervise day-to-day operations of the specialty unit to ensure comprehensive and equitable nursing care
  • Manage the effective utilization of human, financial, and material resources in compliance with PFMA and HR policies
  • Coordinate optimal, holistic specialized nursing care within professional and legal frameworks
  • Implement quality assurance and improvement programs to maintain high standards of psychiatric nursing care
  • Facilitate clinical training, research, and mentoring for student nurses and the multidisciplinary team

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R693096 per annum, Plus 13th Cheque, Housing Allowance, Medical Aid (Optional, Employee must meet the prescribed requirements.

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Me M.E. Semelo Tel No: (051) 407 9207

Reference No:

H/O/4/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: H/O/4/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 5 years must be appropriate and recognizable experience gained *after* you have officially obtained and registered your 1-year post-basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science with SANC.
Yes. Despite this being an Operational Manager (PNB3) post, the advertisement explicitly states that successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) is required for consideration.
No, it is not mandatory. The advertisement specifies that a Diploma in Nursing Administration is an 'added advantage', meaning it will help your application but is not a deal-breaker if you meet the other experience requirements.
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