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EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

The South African Nursing Council (SANC) is the body entrusted to set and maintain standards of nursing education, training and practice in the Republic of South Africa. It is an autonomous, financially independent, statutory body, initially established by the Nursing Act, 1944 (Act No. 45 of 1944), and currently operating under the Nursing Act, 2005 (Act No. 33 of 2005).

The SANC currently has the following vacancy, and candidates that meet the requirements as provided are invited to apply:

POSITION: SENIOR MANAGER - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

DATE OF ISSUE: 20 JULY 2026

REMUNERATION: R1 532 270.43 TOTAL COST TO COMPANY (TCTC)

PERIOD OF APPOINTMENT: PERMANENT

CLOSING DATE: 21 AUGUST 2026

Date extension: The extension date is to accommodate those that had challenges, if your application was successful on the advert that closed on 10 August 2026, please do not reapply.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• Master’s Degree in Nursing / Public Health Management (Nursing related Management)
• Additional qualification in Nursing Management/ Administration/Health Service Management/ Administration/Leadership
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the field of nursing of with 5 years must be in a nursing practice environment
• Minimum of 4 years’ Management experience in Nursing Practice/Education/Regulatory body or relevant health service environment
• Valid South African Nursing Council Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• Valid driver’s license

NOTE: Please note that this is a readvertisement, all candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply. A completed compulsory SANC application form must be submitted with the application

ADDED ADVANTAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Additional Qualification in Clinical Specialisation
• PHD in a Nursing or Health-related field
• More than 10 years’ experience in the field of nursing of with 5 years must be in a nursing practice environment
• More than 4 years’ Middle/ Senior Management experience in Nursing Practice/Education/Regulatory body or relevant health service environment
• Working experience within a Health regulatory environment
• Leadership Management Programme
• Working knowledge on the implementation of Continuing Professional Development ( CPD).
• Working knowledge and understanding of the development and review of regulatory and policy frameworks

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES / SKILLS

• Knowledge of pertinent Health and Nursing Legislation
• Understanding and working knowledge of the Nursing Act
• Financial Management competency
• Leadership and Human Resources skills
• Developing & Implementing Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
• Compiling reports and sound statistics
• Management of Professional Practice projects
• Management of change and Transformation
• Performance Management skills
• Advance Verbal and written communication skills
• Advance Computer literacy
• Good interpersonal skills

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Contribute to the review of the Strategic plan, Annual Performance Plan
• Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the Annual Operational Plan for Professional Practice.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight to ensure efficiency of operations within Professional Practice ( Preliminary Investigations, Impairment, Inspectorate, Private Practice and CPD sections).
• Conceptualize and lead a turn-a-round strategy in the implementation of Continuing Professional Development
• Conceptualize and lead a turn-a-round strategy in the establishment of Private Practice Management System
• Provide Strategic Direction and oversight in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, SOPs, business Processes and guidelines relevant to Professional Practice
• Establish and maintain relations with relevant stakeholders and critical partners on Professional Practice related matters
• Evaluate and improve the Departmental Business Plan
• Communicate and lead the Vision of the SA Nursing Council in Department.
• Develop, implement and Monitor departmental Policies
• Develop and Control Departmental budget
• Provide Secretariat Services to the Council Committees overseeing Professional Practice
• Prepare reports for Council consideration
• Manage Risks and Audit findings within Professional Practice
• Identify Professional Practice related Risk and draft mitigating factors
• Contribute to the Research agenda related to Professional Practice matters
• Manage professional practice projects
• Contribute to drafting and review of legislation
• Ensure compliance to legislation, SANC policies and SOPs within Professional Practice
• Identify and Implement factors to improve service delivery on issues related to Professional Practice
• Contribute to the development of a Quality Management System
• Manage Resources (Human, Financial, Physical and Information).
• Manage individual and team performance
• Manage workplace climate
• Perform ad hoc tasks as delegated by the line manager/ supervisor
• Facilitate information sharing to Professional Practice stakeholders

THE APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION

• All interested applicants must access the job application portal, where they can register or update their profiles and apply for the position by following the instructions outlined in the advertisement.
• All applications must be accompanied by the completed SANC Application Form.
• No manual/email applications will be accepted.
• Incomplete applications and those which do not meet the above requirements will not be considered.

THE APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae, taking cognisance of the minimum requirements of the advertised position.
• The certified copies of the following documents must be sent only if you are invited as part of the shortlisting process – please ensure our HR Department receives copies on or before the day of the interview date. Failure to do so will result in the application being disqualified:
  • Copies of Identity Document
  • Grade 12 Certificate
  • The highest required qualification/s
  • Valid SANC Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
  • Driver’s License
  • Professional affiliation certificate, where necessary.

NOTE:

• The SANC may request academic records for general qualifications/certificates that do not specify the major courses to determine the major course of the qualification.
• All foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate. The SANC will conduct background checks (e.g. employment verification and reference checks as indicated on the CV, as well as in respect of criminal record, citizenship, financial records, qualifications, driver’s license and professional registration, if applicable).
• First preference will be given to South African citizens.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only; therefore, if you have not been contacted within four (4) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.
• The SANC is committed to advancing employment equity and transformation, while cultivating an inclusive environment that values diversity, inclusion, equity and promotes a strong sense of belonging for all. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in accordance with the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998 (as amended), and the SANC Employment Equity Strategy (2025–2030).
• The South African Nursing Council reserves the right not to make any appointment.

ENQUIRIES:

• Enquiries may be directed to Ms. Veronica Mthethwa at Tel. no (012) 426 9578/71/33 or 012 420 1068