Maternity Unit Manager

SUMMARY:
Maternity Unit Manager - Cape Town, Western Cape

POSITION INFO:

Job Title: Maternity Unit Manager

Department: Maternity / Obstetrics

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Rondebosch, Cape Town, Western Cape

Job Summary:

The Maternity Unit Manager is responsible for the overall management and leadership of the maternity unit, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered maternal and neonatal care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Staff Management: Supervise, support, and coordinate nursing and midwifery staff in the maternity unit.

• Clinical Oversight: Ensure adherence to maternal and neonatal care standards and provide guidance in complex cases.

• Policy & Compliance: Ensure unit operates in compliance with SANC guidelines, Department of Health regulations, and hospital policies.

• Unit Operations: Oversee day-to-day unit activities, including patient care, workflow, and resource allocation.

• Quality & Safety: Monitor patient care outcomes and ensure adherence to infection control and safety standards.

• Communication: Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams (obstetricians, midwives, paediatricians, support staff) to ensure smooth unit operations.

• Registered Nurse with a valid South African Nursing Council (SANC) registration.

• Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Management, Midwifery, or equivalent is preferred.

• Experience in maternity/obstetric nursing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Knowledge of South African healthcare regulations, maternal and neonatal care standards, and quality assurance frameworks.

• Ability to work under pressure, make critical decisions, and manage emergencies effectively.

Skills & Competencies:

• Leadership and team management

• Clinical expertise in maternal and neonatal care

• Quality improvement and risk management

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure