Academic Head Of Department - Mental Health Nursing

Gauteng Department Of Health

Location
Gauteng
Salary (as advertised)
R741 783 – R871 860 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

Overview This is an explanation of the Academic Head of Department - Mental Health Nursing position (Ref No: REFS/056716), a single post within the Gauteng Department of Health. The role is based at the Gauteng College of Nursing (Bonalesedi Campus) and involves leading the academic department for Mental Health Nursing. The salary scale for this position is PND 3, ranging from R741,783 to R871,860 per annum, plus benefits. What you will do The key responsibilities for this role include: * Coordinating and managing the provision of education and training to student nurses. * Managing clinical learning exposure for learners between the Campus and clinical areas. * Developing and ensuring the implementation of quality assurance programmes. * Orientating, supervising, and appraising staff members within the academic department. * Participating in the presentation of academic programmes, encompassing both theory and clinical practice. * Supervising the marking and moderation of theoretical and practical examinations. * Providing academic support to students. * Developing, reviewing, and evaluating the curriculum of academic programmes. * Performing research relevant to nursing education. * Collaborating with other stakeholders and building sound relationships within the Department. * Serving as a chairperson or member on applicable academic and management committees. * Participating in the overall management of the College. * Overseeing the supervision of students. Requirements (from the original advert) * Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. * A Basic qualification accredited with the South Africa Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of Government Notice R.425 (i.e., diploma/degree) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and Psychiatric Nursing. * Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Nursing Education. * A Post Basic or Postgraduate qualification in Psychiatric Nursing or Mental Health Nursing. * Master’s degree in nursing/public health. * Assessor and Moderator registered with SANC. * Current registration with SANC. * A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. * At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing Education after obtaining the one (1) year post-basic qualification in Nursing Education. * A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the appropriate speciality. * Computer literacy. * Valid driver's licence. * Knowledge of procedures and processes related to post basic programmes. * Knowledge of relevant Acts and Legislation, Code of ethics and Professional Practice of South African Nursing Council. * Knowledge in Human Resource and Finance matters. * Sound communication and leadership skills. * Good communication, problem-solving, supervisory, report writing and presentation skills. * Ability to work in a team and under pressure. Who should apply This role is suitable for an experienced Professional Nurse with a strong academic background and leadership capabilities in Mental Health Nursing. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in both general nursing and nursing education, particularly after obtaining a post-basic qualification in Nursing Education, and have specific experience in the Mental Health speciality. They should hold advanced qualifications including a Master's degree and be registered with SANC as an Assessor and Moderator. Essential attributes include computer literacy, a valid driver's licence, and robust knowledge of nursing education procedures, relevant legislation, human resources, and finance. The position requires strong communication, problem-solving, supervisory, report writing, presentation, and leadership skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply, in line with the Gauteng Department of Health's commitment to Employment Equity principles. Deadline 23 October 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-health-vacancies-circular-36-0f-2026#spani-ref-refs-056716 Source: govpage

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    ACADEMIC HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - MENTAL HEALTH NURSING REF NO: REFS/056716 (X1 POST) SALARY : PND 3: R741 783 – R871 860 per annum, (plus benefits) CENTRE : Gauteng College of Nursing (Bonalesedi Campus) REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade12 certificate or equivalent. A Basic qualification accredited with the South Africa Nursing Council in terms of Government Notice R.425 (i.e. diploma/degree) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and Psychiatric Nursing. Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Nursing Education. A Post Basic or Postgraduate qualification in Psychiatric Nursing or Mental Health Nursing. Master’s degree in nursing/public health. Assessor and Moderator registered with SANC. Current registration with SANC. A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing, at least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing Education after obtaining the one (1) year post-basic qualification in Nursing Education. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the appropriate speciality. Computer literacy. Valid driver's licence. Skills and knowledge: knowledge of procedures and processes related to post basic programmes, knowledge of relevant Acts and Legislation, Code of ethics and Professional Practice of South African Nursing Council. Knowledge in Human Resource and Finance matters. Sound communication and leadership skills. Good communication, problem-solving, supervisory, report writing and presentation skills. Ability to work in a team and under pressure. DUTIES : Coordinate and manage the provision of education and training to student nurses. Manage clinical learning exposure to learners between Campus and clinical areas. Develop and ensure implementation of quality assurance programmes. Orientate, supervise, and appraise staff members in the academic department. Participate in the presentation of academic programmes theory and clinical practice. Supervise the marking and moderation of the theoretical and practical examinations. Provide academic support to students. Develop, review, and evaluate the curriculum of academic programmes. Perform research relevant to nursing education. Collaborate with other stakeholders and build a sound relationship within the Department. Serve as chairperson/member on applicable academic/management committees. Participate in the management of the College. Oversee the supervision of students. 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

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