Lecturer Pnd1/ Pnd2- Mental Health Nursing

As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 145 · open the PDF

POST 36/161: LECTURER PND1/ PND2- MENTAL HEALTH NURSING REF NO: REFS/056714 (X3 POSTS)
SALARY: PND 1: R495 423 – R581 931 per annum, (plus benefits) PND 2: R607 350 – R797 352 per annum, (plus benefits)
CENTRE: Gauteng College of Nursing (Bonalesedi Campus)
REQUIREMENTS: PND 1: Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. Diploma/Degree in Nursing (R.425) or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse, and Psychiatric Nursing. Diploma/degree in Nursing Education qualification registered with SANC. A Post Basic or Postgraduate qualification in Psychiatric Nursing or Mental Health Nursing. Current registration with SANC. Master’s degree in nursing/public health (Applicants who are in the data analysis stage of the research may be considered and those who do not have master’s degree in nursing but in possession of a degree in Nursing at NQF L8 may also apply). A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience as a Professional Nurse. (less 1 year experience for candidates appointed from outside the Public Service after complying with the registration requirements). A valid driver’s licence. Registration in Assessor and Moderator. Computer literacy/certificate in MS Office and sound communication skills, problem solving skills, report writing and presentation skills. The ability to work in a team and under pressure. PND 2: Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. Diploma/Degree in Nursing (R.425) or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse, and Psychiatric. Diploma/degree in Nursing Education qualification registered with SANC. Current registration with SANC. A Post Basic or Postgraduate qualification in Psychiatric Nursing or Mental Health Nursing. Master’s degree in nursing/public health (Applicants who are in the data analysis stage of the research may be considered and those who do not have master’s degree in nursing but in possession of a degree in Nursing at NQF L8 may also apply). A minimum of 14 years’ appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC, at least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing education. (less 1year experience for candidate appointed from outside the Public Service after complying with registration requirements). A valid driver’s licence. Registration in Assessor and Moderator. Computer literacy in MS Office and sound communication skills, problem solving skills, report writing and presentation skills. The ability to work in a team and under pressure.
DUTIES: Provide education and training to mental health student nurses, co-ordinate clinical learning exposure between campus and clinical facilities. Support vision and mission and promote image of the campus and college. Implement assessment strategies to determine student’s competencies. Exercise control over students. Plan and implement academic programme. Employ variety of teaching and learning strategies to reach required outcomes. Accompany students in clinical areas. Manage student database. Initiate and/or participate in nursing research and community engagement. Participate in continuing professional development in nursing education and own field of practice.
ENQUIRIES: Mr S. Ngubeni Tel No: (011) 696 8341/8374
APPLICATIONS: Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za.
NOTE: Kindly note that no payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. The CV should be recently update and specify the following: All experiences/employment history should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution, and respective dates, indicating the starting and ending periods (DD/MM/YYYY) on the CV. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, 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. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship check, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remains responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE: 23 October 2026