Operational Manager (pnb3): Primary Health Care

In brief

**Job Title:** Operational Manager (pnb3): Primary Health Care **Overview** This role is for an Operational Manager (PNB3) specializing in Primary Health Care within the Free State Department of Health. Ten (10) posts are available across various centres in Thabo Mofutsanyna: Nketoana (1 post), Mantsopa (2 posts), Dihlabeng (1 post), Maluti A Phofung (4 posts), and Setsoto (2 posts). The position offers an annual salary ranging from R720,819 to R812,454, plus a cheque, housing allowance, and optional medical aid for employees meeting prescribed requirements. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Planning, organizing, and monitoring the objectives of the Primary Health Care (PHC) facility in consultation with District Management and subordinates. * Ensuring the provision of quality nursing care through the implementation and supervision of standards, policies, and procedures. * Creating a therapeutic environment for staff, patients, and the public. * Effectively managing and supervising human, material, and financial resources. * Coordinating the provision of effective training and research. * Maintaining professional growth, ethical standards, and self-development. * Implementing and monitoring the aspirations of the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS). * Implementing and managing Infection Control and Prevention Protocols, as well as Occupational Health & Safety Standards. * Maintaining accurate patient records and overseeing their completion according to legal requirements. * Operating and managing relevant District Health Information Management Systems (DHIMS), including producing top-end data. * Participating in quality improvement programmes and activities. * Conducting Ideal Health Facility Realization assessments and demonstrating insight into OHSC processes and prescripts. * Performing periodical clinical audits. * Participating in staff and student development activities. * Exercising independent control over discipline, grievance, and labour relations issues in line with existing policies and procedures. * Identifying, developing, and managing risks in the workplace. * Liaising with the Sub-District, District, and other essential stakeholders. * Monitoring and evaluating the performance of primary health care services and systems within the designated service area, aligning with public health indicators, norms, standards, and targets, reporting on performance, and initiating timely corrective action. * Analyzing health policy and programme imperatives to develop customized implementation strategies for primary health care service providers. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric. * Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse in General Nursing. OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. * Registration with the SANC as a Registered Nurse in General Nursing & Midwifery. * Post basic nursing qualification in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and care (Primary Health Care) with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with SANC. * A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC. * At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing management. * Current registration with the SANC 2026/2027. * A valid driver's license (unendorsed, including competency in driving). * Good report writing and time management skills. * Understanding of nursing legislation, ethical nursing practices, and how these impact on service delivery. * Ability to provide mentoring, team building, supervisory skills, and coaching to supervisees. * Good communication, interpersonal relations, counselling, conflict management skills, and decision making. * Knowledge of all applicable legislations such as Nursing Acts, Mental Health Act, OH&S Act, Batho Pele Principles and Patients' Rights Charter, Labour Relations Act, Grievance Procedures, and finance policies etc. * Leadership organization, decision making, problem solving, conflict handling, and counselling skills. * Co-ordination and planning skills. * Ability to assist in the formulation of patient care related policies. * Computer literate. * Ability to plan and organise own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. * Effective communication with all stakeholders and report writing aptitude. * Display uncompromising concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care, including awareness and willingness to respond to patients' needs, requirements, and expectations (Batho Pele). * Demonstrate an understanding of nursing legislation and other related legal frameworks. * Shortlisted candidates will be assessed for computer-user competency. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a highly experienced and qualified professional nurse with substantial background in nursing, including at least five years in nursing management. Applicants must hold specific SANC registrations, including a post-basic qualification in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment, and Care (Primary Health Care). The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and resource management abilities, alongside proficiency in relevant legislation, ethical practices, and health information systems. Candidates should possess excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and conflict management skills, demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care, staff development, and adherence to health and safety standards. Computer literacy and a valid, unendorsed driver's license are also essential. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/free-state-department-of-health-vacncies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-h-o-10-2026 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.
• 10 posts available.

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