DIVISION: WINDHOEK CENTRAL HOSPITAL
SUBDIVISION: NURSING SERVICES
SECTION: NURSING QUALITY CARE IMPROVEMENT

Post Designation: Registered Nurse Grade 8
2xPosts: Windhoek

Job Summary

Employer: Windhoek Central Hospital
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Category: Healthcare
Salary: N$ 250,767 – N$ 299,691 per annum
Closing Date: 2026-10-02

Key Responsibilities

2xPosts: Windhoek

Requirements

Registration with Health Professions Council of Namibia as a Registered Nurse, plus proof of Maintenance of Registration with the Health Professions Council of Namibia for 2026/2027
An approximate appropriate one (1) year experience in Hospital quality assurance activities.

Salary

N$ 250,767 – N$ 299,691 per annum

How to Apply

Phone: +264612033034

Vacancy Circular No: PSM CIRCULAR NO. G OF 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications and certifications are required to apply for a Registered Nurse Grade 8 position in Namibia?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Diploma in Nursing registered with the Nurses’ Registration Board of Namibia (NRBN). They must also possess a valid NRBN practising certificate and have completed the mandatory two-year post-registration clinical experience required for Grade 8 classification under the Namibian Public Service salary scale.

What does a typical day look like for a Registered Nurse Grade 8 working with a regional council like Kharas?

Daily duties include supervising junior nursing staff, managing patient admissions and referrals at regional health centres, coordinating community outreach programmes, and maintaining clinical records in line with Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) protocols. Nurses often travel between clinics in rural areas and participate in integrated disease surveillance and maternal health initiatives aligned with national health priorities.

How does workplace culture and professional expectations differ for nurses in Namibian regional councils compared to private hospitals?

Regional councils emphasise teamwork, adaptability, and community engagement due to resource constraints and geographic dispersion across vast rural areas. Respect for hierarchy, punctuality, and adherence to MoHSS guidelines—including bilingual communication (English and local languages like Nama/Damara or Afrikaans)—are strongly valued in public sector nursing roles.

What career progression opportunities exist after working as a Registered Nurse Grade 8 in the public health system?

Nurses may progress to Grade 9 (Senior Nurse) through further study (e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing) and demonstrated leadership, or transition into specialised roles such as Clinical Nurse Educator, Infection Prevention Officer, or District Nursing Officer. Promotion is governed by the Public Service Commission’s competency-based framework and requires formal application and assessment.

What benefits—such as leave, medical aid, and pension—are typically offered to Registered Nurses Grade 8 employed by regional councils?

Employees receive 20–30 days annual leave, sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave per the Namibian Labour Act and Public Service Regulations. Medical aid is provided through the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS), and pension contributions are made to the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF), both mandatory and employer-supported.

How do I apply for a Registered Nurse Grade 8 role with Kharas Regional Council, and what do recruiters specifically look for?

Applications must be submitted via the official Kharas Regional Council website or physical submission to their Windhoek or Keetmanshoop offices during advertised vacancies, accompanied by certified copies of qualifications, NRBN registration, and ID. Recruiters prioritise verified clinical experience in primary healthcare, familiarity with MoHSS reporting tools (e.g., DHIS2), and evidence of community health project involvement or rural service commitment.