Head of Department-Pnd3Empangeni

As printed in Circular 41 of 2026 · page 136 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)

POST 41/199: HEAD OF DEPARTMENT-PND3 REF NO: KZNCN-NGWE CAMP 02/2026 (X1 POST) Institution: Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital Component: KZNCN-Ngwelezana Campus
SALARY: R741 783 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, 8% Rural Allowance, Medical Aid (Optional) and Housing Allowance (Employee must Meet Prescribed Requirements)
CENTRE: Empangeni
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate / Grade 12, Plus A Diploma / Degree in Nursing, Midwifery, Community and Psychiatry Plus A post registration qualification in Nursing Education registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) PLUS Current Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) 2026. Additional Information: Master’s degree in nursing. A post-registration qualification in Nursing Management/Nursing Administration/Health Service Management. Basic computer literacy course. Plus, A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognizable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC. At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in Nursing Education after obtaining the post-basic qualification in Nursing Education. Unendorsed valid Code EB driver’s licence (code 08). Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Possess knowledge of Public Service Administration Acts and Legislation such as Health Act, Higher Education Act, SAQA Act, NQF, Nursing ACT, Rules and Regulations, Council on Higher Education Policies, College Policies, PSR, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Labour Relations Act, etc. Have in-depth knowledge of procedures and processes related to nursing and nursing education and training. Possess sound knowledge and understanding of nursing code of ethics and professional practice of the South African Nursing Council. Thorough knowledge and understanding of Nursing Standard of Practice and Scope of Practice. Possess knowledge of curriculum development and review. Knowledge of procedures and processed related to coordination of Basic and Post-Basic Nursing including the Diploma in Nursing (General, Community, Psychiatry) and Midwifery, Diploma in Nursing, Higher Certificate in Nursing, Advanced Diploma in Midwifery and Post-Graduate Diploma’s in Nursing. Possess proficiency in teaching and assessment in Nursing Education. Possess sound knowledge of planning, scheduling, implementation of Nurse training programmes. Possess sound conflict and decision-making/problem solving skills. Have good research and analytical skills. Have excellent communication and presentation skills (both verbal and written). Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office package, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Good interpersonal relations. Ability to work within deadlines.
DUTIES: Coordinates the provision of education and training of Student Nurses. Manages clinical learning exposure to students between college and clinical areas. Coordinates and ensure clinical accompaniment of students. Coordinates teaching and learning of R171 programme. Ensure the implementation of quality assurance in R171 programmes. Collaborates with other internal and external stakeholders and build a sound relationship within the Department. Supervision and management of performance and development of staff under your discipline in accordance with EPMDS policy. Oversees the supervision of students. Policy analysis and development. Development and review of nursing curricula for all categories of training. Implements the new nursing programmes in line with SANC and CHE regulations. Participates in the provisioning of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities at the Campus. Participates in all governance structures of the College.
ENQUIRIES: Dr TE Matsane Tel No: (035) 9017094
APPLICATIONS: All applications should be forwarded to Dr TE Matsane, The Campus Principal, Ngwelezana Campus, Private Bag X20016, Empangeni, 3880. for attention: The Registrar Academic by courier OR hand delivered at Admin Block, Ngwelezana Campus in Ngwelezana Hospital, Thanduyise Road, next to Ngwelezane Police Station. Applications can also be emailed to NgwelezaneHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za OR ntombifikile.dube@kznhealth.gov.za The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. KZNCN-NGWE CAMP 05/2025
NOTE: The following documents must be submitted: Amended application for employment (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website -www.health.gov.za, which must be originally signed, initialled and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 form will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The application form (Z83 must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (with detailed experience). Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application. Such documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirement and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is applicant's responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation. Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. Due to cost-cutting measures, S&T and Resettlement will not be paid to eligible candidates due to departmental budgetary constraints.
CLOSING DATE: 30 November 2026