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Manager Assessments at South African Nursing Council
South African Nursing Council
October 15, 2026
Full-time
On-site
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.
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.