TB/ HIV Coordinator - Mthatha at TB HIV Care

Purpose of the position:

• Responsible for the effective implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of health interventions in TB HIV Care-supported sites to ensure integrated TB and HIV screening, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and continuity of care including data management.

Minimum Requirements    

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Sciences
• Registration with professional body (SANC)
• Integrated TB, HIV and STI management training
• Minimum 10 – 15 years’ relevant experience in TB and HIV programs
• Additional training in HIV/AIDS, TB and STIs, communicable diseases and NCD management would be an added advantage
• Current valid driver’s license
• Clear criminal record
• Ability to speak isiXhosa or/and English or any other South African language

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Support rapid initiation of TB treatment in newly diagnosed PLHIV and subsequent timeous initiation of ART in HIV positive TB patients, as per guidelines
• Conduct monthly DQA on TPT eligibility and initiations across data sources 
• Training facility Data Capturers on how to navigate the TB patient file to find all the information to be captured on Tier.Net including HIV status 
• Fast track vulnerable patients in facilities such as the elderly or pregnant women 
• Implement chronic care service delivery points that are separate from TB and/or COVID-19 screening, testing and care points in open-air environments
• Programme Management
• Training and Mentorship
• Data Management
• Infection Prevention and Control Attends training and workshops as part of staff development
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings
• Submits monthly reports to the supervisor

Skills and Competencies    

• Good interpersonal skill
• Problem-solving skill
• Organizational support
• Facilitation skill
• Report writing skill
• Deadline driven
• Risk management
• Complexity management

Deadline:24th July,2026