Lecturer Pnd1/ Pnd2- Mental Health Nursing

Gauteng Department Of Health

Location
Gauteng
Salary (as advertised)
R495 423 – R581 931 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This describes the role of a Lecturer (PND1/ PND2) specializing in Mental Health Nursing within the Gauteng College of Nursing (Bonalesedi Campus), part of the Gauteng Department of Health. Three such posts are available, with salary ranges from R495 423 – R581 931 per annum for PND 1 and R607 350 – R797 352 per annum for PND 2, both including benefits. The reference number for these posts is REFS/056714. **What you will do** The key responsibilities for this role include: * Providing education and training to mental health student nurses. * Co-ordinating clinical learning exposure between the campus and clinical facilities. * Supporting the vision and mission and promoting the image of the campus and college. * Implementing assessment strategies to determine student competencies. * Exercising control over students. * Planning and implementing academic programmes. * Employing a variety of teaching and learning strategies to reach required outcomes. * Accompanying students in clinical areas. * Managing student databases. * Initiating and/or participating in nursing research and community engagement. * Participating in continuing professional development in nursing education and their own field of practice. **Requirements (from the original advert)** **For Lecturer 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. * Sound communication skills. * Problem solving skills. * Report writing and presentation skills. * The ability to work in a team. * The ability to work under pressure. **For Lecturer 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 above-mentioned period must be appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing education (less 1 year 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. * Sound communication skills. * Problem solving skills. * Report writing and presentation skills. * The ability to work in a team. * The ability to work under pressure. **Who should apply** Candidates should be qualified Professional Nurses with specialized expertise in Psychiatric Nursing or Mental Health Nursing and Nursing Education, meeting the specific experience requirements for either the PND 1 or PND 2 level. This includes current registration with SANC, a diploma/degree in Nursing Education, and a post-basic or postgraduate qualification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing. A Master’s degree in nursing/public health is required, with provisions for those in the data analysis stage of research or with an NQF L8 Nursing degree. Applicants must possess strong computer literacy (MS Office), effective communication, problem-solving, report writing, and presentation skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team and under pressure. A valid driver's licence and registration as an Assessor and Moderator are also mandatory. The Gauteng Department of Health encourages people with disabilities to apply and operates under the principles of Employment Equity. **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-056714 Source: govpage

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At a glance

  • At least 1 year of experience.
  • 3 posts available.
  • Microsoft Office
  • Health and safety (OHS)
  • Driver's licence

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Job description

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

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