Lead inmate healthcare services in the Free State and Northern Cape as Deputy Manager Nursing at the Department of Correctional Services. This is a high-impact, management-level opportunity for experienced nursing professionals to drive service delivery, ensure quality care, and shape public health outcomes.
Position: Deputy Manager Nursing
Reference No.: FSNC 2025/04/01
Salary: R974,493 per annum (all-inclusive package)
Location: Free State and Northern Cape Region – Kimberley
Minimum Requirements
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Degree/Diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification
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Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse
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9 years of appropriate nursing experience after registration with SANC
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At least 4 years of this experience must be at management level
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Current registration with SANC
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Computer literacy
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Valid driver’s license
Competencies & Attributes
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Policy coordination
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Communication skills
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Financial, project & programme management
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Change management
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Client orientation & customer focus
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Problem solving & analysis
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Innovation in service delivery
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Decision-making ability
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People management & empowerment
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High integrity, honesty, and confidentiality
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Strong interpersonal skills
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Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework
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Assertiveness, networking skills, and diplomacy
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor and evaluate Primary Health Care (PHC) performance aligned with public health indicators
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Set standards and targets; initiate corrective action as needed
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Supervise the provision of quality, comprehensive healthcare to inmates
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Coordinate and evaluate the implementation of PHC services and programs
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Analyze health data, develop nursing guidelines, practices, and procedures
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Manage human resources, finances, and physical assets
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Oversee performance information systems
Enquiries
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Ms Mkuni NJ – Tel: (051) 404 0268
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Ms Molutsoane N / Ms Moreki-Rathaba MP / Ms Ramncwana B – Tel: (051) 404 0283
Applications
Submit to:
The Regional Commissioner Free State and Northern Cape
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X20530
Bloemfontein, 9300
Or hand deliver to:
103 Zastron Street, Agrimed Building, Bloemfontein, 9300
Or email to:
📧 FSNCHRM@dcs.gov.za
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Closing Date:
24 April 2025 at 15h45