MANAGER ASSESSMENT
South African Nursing Council
2026/10/15   Pretoria

Job Ref #: MA/003/09/2026
Industry: Professional
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
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).
Job Description

EXTERNAL 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:

DATE OF ISSUE: 02 SEPTEMBER 2026

DIVISION: EDUCATION AND TRAINING

POSITION : MANAGER ASSESSMENT

REFERENCE NUMBER: MA/003/09/2026

REMUNERATION: R1 063 122.52 TOTAL COST TO COMPANY (TCTC) PER ANNUM 

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT: PERMANENT

CLOSING DATE: 05 NOVEMBER 2026

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS                                                                                            

  • Grade 12
  • Master’s degree in Nursing 
  • Additional qualification in Nursing Education.
  • Registered as an Assessor and Moderator 
  • Minimum of 5 years nursing practice experience and 2 years nursing/education management experience.
  • Minimum 5 years as a Nurse Educator in a Nursing College or University environment.
  • Valid Annual Nursing Practice Certificate.
  • Valid Driver’s Licence

 

ADDED ADVANTAGE REQUIREMENTS                                                                            

 

  • PhD in Nursing
  • Additional qualification/Postgraduate Diploma in nursing (clinical specialisation).
  • Leadership Management Programme.
  • More than five (05) years’ experience as a Nurse Educator.
  • Master’s degree in Nursing Education (Coursework).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE                                                                                      

  • Microsoft Office Skills including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft OneNote 
  • Financial management, budgeting, and monitoring budget utilisation
  • People management
  • Corporate Governance
  • Knowledge of the Nursing Act
  • SANC Regulations for Nursing Training and Education and Assessment.
  • Knowledge of other relevant education-related regulations e.g. SAQA, NQF Act, Higher Education Act, etc.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Problem solving – find solutions when emotions are involved.
  • Reality testing – be objective; see things as they really are.
  • Flexibility – adapting emotions, thoughts and behaviours.
  • Stress tolerance – coping with stressful situation.
  • Interpersonal relationships – building mutually satisfying relationships.
  • Empathy – understanding & appreciating how others feel.
  • Assertiveness – communicating feelings and beliefs; being non-offensive.
  • Multitasking – dealing with several activities at a time, enjoy being given new tasks before they have finished another.
  • Teamwork – cooperation with others, good-natured attitude and encouraging people.
  • Persistence – sticking with tasks, not giving up, dislike leaving things unfinished.
  • Rule following – adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
  • Attention to detail – focus on details, strive for perfection and be well organized.
  • Planning – enjoy making detailed plans and long-terms plans.
  • Analytical thinking – like solving complex problems, carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems.
  • Strong work ethic
  • Time Management
  • People Management
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Customer service
  • Quality driven
  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Conflict resolution

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

 

  • Contribute to the development of the SANC strategic plan, Annual Performance Plan and Annual Operational Plan (Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan)
  • Provide input towards drafting of legislation.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Learner Affairs Strategy.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, business processes, internal controls.
  • Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines of the assessment Section.
  • Governance, Compliance and Operational Reporting
  • Manage Assessment and Examination Processes
  • Manage the integrity of the SANC registration processes
  • Manage the integrity of the SANC examinations
  • Manage applications for nurses with foreign qualifications.
  • Oversee Assessment functions.
  • Identification of Assessment section related Risk and draft mitigating factors.
  • Contribute to the development of a Quality Management System.
  • Provide support and guidance to Education Committee.
  • Support Council Committees.
  • Prepare reports for Committees and Council for consideration.
  • Ensure accurate record keeping.
  • Maintain the stakeholder relations.
  • Manage resources (human resources, financial resources, physical and information resources).
  • Develop, manage, and monitor the Assessment Section budget to ensure the efficient and effective utilisation of financial resources in support of the section's strategic and operational objectives.
  • Perform ad hoc tasks as delegated by the line manager/ supervisor.
  • Institute and monitor appropriate risk mitigation and business process improvement measures in area of responsibility.
  • Input when requested from manager in benchmarking processes.
  • Input to the Development, Implementation and monitoring of departmental strategy and plan.

APPLICATIONS:

  • All interested applicants must access the SANC job application portal, where they can register or update their profiles and apply for the position by following the instructions outlined in the advertisement.
  • 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:

  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae.

The following documents must be sent only if you are invited as part of the shortlisting process – please ensure our HR Department receives them at least five workdays before the interview:

  • Certified copies of Identity Document
  • Grade 12 Certificate
  • The highest required qualification/s
  • Professional affiliation certificate where necessary.
  • Driver’s licence.

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 employment equity and therefore people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ENQUIRIES:

Enquiries may be directed to Mr Phuti Mhanyele at Tel. no (012) 426 1068.

The South African Nursing Council reserves the right not to make any appointment.