Operational Manager General Nursing - Hast - Reference Number : refs/056819 - Posts : 1

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Operational Manager in General Nursing, specifically focused on HAST (HIV/AIDS, STIs, TB) services, within the Gauteng Department of Health. Based at Mamelodi Regional Hospital, the position involves overseeing the comprehensive operational management of a nursing unit, ensuring effective clinical governance, policy implementation related to public health and HAST programs, and the strategic management of resources and staff. **What you will do** * Ensure the provision of comprehensive, effective clinical governance through quality improvement processes implementation. * Monitor and evaluate the performance of the HAST unit in line with public health indicators. * Analyse health policies and programs with a view to develop customised implementation strategies to guide the health care service providers towards complying with stated norms and standards. * Ensure the provision of comprehensive HAST services including HIV counselling and testing HTS, Initiation and management of ART NIMART, Management of TB and sexually transmitted infections. * Implement PMTCT program and Prep Services. * Ensure maintenance of accurate patient records and HAST statistics. * Provide contextual planning, monitoring and evaluation. * Facilitate and advocate for the required resources for service delivery, including staff development. * Ensure cost-effective and appropriate use of resources. * Ensure appropriate implementation of Batho Pele Principles. * Manage and support education, in-service training and practice development initiatives in the facility, professional growth, ethical standards and participation in training research. * Oversee disciplinary and grievance matters, including monitoring and managing absenteeism. * Implement consequence management for non-compliance. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Senior Certificate/Grade 12. * A basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. * A Minimum of 10 ten years appropriate/recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC. * A post-basic qualification with a duration of at least one year, accredited with SANC in Nursing Management will be an added advantage. * Computer literacy in MS Office Package Ms Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. * Financial Management. * Leadership, decision-making and problem-solving skills. * Knowledge of public service policies and other health-related prescripts. * Good interpersonal skills; knowledge of Human Resource Management and the Labour Relations Act. * Other skills: HAST programme management/administration, planning, organising, coordination and communication skills. * Knowledge of administrative policies and guidelines. * Effective communication at all levels of service delivery. * In-depth understanding of legislation and ethical practices relating to public service, public health, nursing and other disciplinary health professions. **Who should apply** Candidates should be experienced professional nurses with at least 10 years of post-registration experience, holding a Diploma or Degree in Nursing and a National Senior Certificate/Grade 12. They must be registered with the SANC and possess strong leadership, financial management, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ideal applicants will have a deep understanding of public service policies, health prescripts, human resource management, and labour relations, along with specific experience in HAST program management and administration. Computer literacy in MS Office is also required, and a post-basic qualification in Nursing Management is considered an advantage. **Deadline** 20-10-2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/operational-manager-general-nursing-hast-reference-number-refs-056819-posts-1-gauteng-department-of-health Source: myjobmag

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