MANAGER NURSING (PN-A9): CHILD HEALTH (DCST) REF NO: MPDoH/Feb/26/1197
MANAGER NURSING (PN-A9): CHILD HEALTH (DCST) REF NO:
MPDoH/Feb/26/1197
SALARY : R1 155 099 – R1 320 732 per annum
CENTRE : Ehlanzeni District
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with SANC in
terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or
equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional
Nurse (2026). A tertiary qualification in Health Sciences, preferably in Public
Health. A minimum of ten (10) years of appropriate / recognizable experience in
nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse. At least 5 years of the period
referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience in management
level of Child Health Services. Post basic qualifications in Child health,
Diploma/Degree in Nursing Education and Administration will be an advantage.
Demonstrate basic computer literacy as a support tool to enhance service
delivery. Knowledge of MCWH, CARMMA, PMTCT and ESMOE programmes
Ability to plan and organise own work. Be able to work under pressure. Valid
driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Be part of the District Clinical Specialist Team responsible for the delivery of
quality health care for mothers, new-born, and children at all levels within the
district. Promote equitable access to an appropriate level of care for all mothers,
new-borns, and children within the district. Promote clinical effectiveness in all
health facilities by supporting outreach programs, development, dissemination
and implementation of clinical policies and standard treatment guidelines aligned
with National norms and standards. Facilitate and participate in the development
training and mentorship of health professionals in all health facilities within the
district. Work with the District Management team to establish and maintain
systems including surveillance, health information, communication and referral
guidelines and processes to support the delivery of services. Assist, support and
participate in risk management activities for patients (e.g., Critical event analysis,
morbidity, and mortality meetings) for organisation (e.g., District Performance
Reviews) Support of facilities on implementation of Child Health services.
Primary support districts hospitals in the provision of paediatric and child health
services Participate in training and mentoring on programme related activities
IMCI; ETAT; PMTCT). Implement effective monitoring and evaluation processes,
effective use of data and appropriate reporting on outputs and outcomes Foster
effective teamwork and collaboration within the district specialist team and with
other professionals in the district involved in the delivery of Primary Health Care.
Participate in the development of clinical record audit tools in line with current
policies and Office of the Health Standards Compliance requirements.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi (013) 766
3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi (013) 766
3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni (013) 766 3087
and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
APPLICATIONS : Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za.