Jobs at Wits Health Consortium

Key performance areas

• Recruitment of patients
• Identify participants
• Education of protocol to participants
• Scheduling/booking patients
• Collecting of medical history data from participant and hospital records

Screening

• Compilation of research documentation
• Informed consent process
• Make inform consent copies as per Unit SOP
• Confirm participant details
• Ensure that all study procedures are fulfilled
• Allocate screening patient identification number
• Enrolment and Study Visits
• Assessing inclusion and excluding criteria in relation to protocol requirements.

Randomisation

• Ensure that all study procedures are fulfilled
• Do scheduled and follow up visits
• Follow up on participants with adverse reactions or abnormal results
• Follow up of participants with missed visits
• Performing of study procedures including but not limited to ECG’s, Spirometry, sample collection and questionnaires
• Management of routine visits and care

Laboratory Procedures

• Processing of samples and maintenance of harvesting logs.
• Maintenance of freezers and fridge temperatures for stability of stored samples at site
• Monitoring of laboratory asset temperature ranges and actioning accordingly
• Maintenance of equipment for sample storage
• Shipment of samples
• Ensure that data is eligible, attributable, and of good quality.
• Peer review of all data prior to data entry
• Enter e CRF data within protocol required timelines
• Following up on data queries and corrections within a specified time frame.
• Maintenance of documentation for the Investigator Site Fles
• Preparation of source documentation and Investigator Site Files prior to audits
• Preparation of regulatory files prior to protocol implementation
• Continuous updating of screening / enrolment and delegation logs
• Updating of progress reports
• Reporting of SAE / EAE within required timelines
• Reporting of protocol violations and deviations
• Required minimum education and training  Knowledge/ skill resulting from completion of diploma/bachelor’s degree/medical training background  Professional Nurse registration (SANC)

Required minimum work experience and abilities

• One - two years of work experience in clinical research field
• For non-interventional studies – 3-5 years’ work experience 

Closing date: 07 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Ensure that all collection instruments and environments are sterile and safe for use.
• Draw blood using correct instruments and containers.
• Observe the physical condition of patients during blood/ specimen taking and apply sound nursing practices in order to ensure the safety and comfort of patients.
• Ensure that correct name, date of birth and sex of patient, time of specimen collection is completed on the sample requisition form.
• Label specimens (where relevant).
• Keep records of specimens collected and ensure that all patient details and clinical information is accurately recorded.
• Prepare study patients’ kits a week in advance in accordance to the protocol schedule.
• Order and maintain consumable stock/check expiry dates.
• Monitor room temperature to ensure that kits and test reagents are kept within the acceptable temperature ranges.
• Ensure shipment of specimens is in correct temperature and timeously.
• Assist when possible with other nursing related duties within the clinic.
• Prepare the tubes in correct order to prevent contamination.
• Maintain hand washing techniques before and after each patient.
• Maintain universal precautions- wear protective clothing & no re-sheathing of needles.
• Adhering to medical waste disposal.
• Active participation and attendance in meetings.
• Required minimum education and training
• Nursing Diploma/ Phlebotomy Technician
• Professional body registration
• Registered with HPCSA as a Phlebotomy Technician
• Registration with SANC as a Nurse

Required minimum work experience

• 1 years relevant experience as a Nurse in Phlebotomy.
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Demonstrate knowledge of the purpose and safe use of all equipment used in the collection of all specimens.
• Must be able to travel to facilities where blood collection is required.
• Individual must have attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Venepuncture skills on adults
• Ability to work independently, dependently and interdependently.
• Accountability is of major importance.
• Maintenance of confidentiality will be required.
• Daily interaction with internal colleagues and external participants (patients) is required.
• Must be customer service orientated.

Closing date: 07 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Support the implementation of HIV/TB care and treatment services within the supported sub-districts, including but not limited to the implementation of HIV testing, ART initiation, retention strategies, differentiated models of care.
• Identify gaps in clinical guideline implementation at the facility level and develop plans to address these.
• Support the implementation of clinical guidelines at the facility level through on-site mentoring support and contribute to achievement of priority programmes targets.
• Provide direct service delivery to support the achievement of adolescent and paediatric clinical targets.
• Support team members with the management of complex clinical cases.
• Track and monitor all programme components, including operational research projects as applicable, using agreed indicators.
• Ensure compliance with clinical guidelines and policies at all supported facilities, in collaboration with other RHI teams.
• Support the identification and implementation of Quality Improvement projects.
• Participate in monthly progress meetings with the sub-district teams to monitor progress of the strategic plan and deliverables.
• Identify training needs of DOH and RHI staff.
• Capacitate DOH and RHI teams to deliver on the clinical components of the project and other related strategies, through formal and on-site training.
• Monitor the implementation of training and mentoring activities.
• Ensure the transfer of skills and knowledge to DOH and RHI colleagues.
• Support the implementation of clinical support materials related to adolescent and paediatric care.
• Support clinical file reviews and audits to identify skills gaps.
• Participate in the development of training and mentoring plans in the supported sub-district.
• Complete training and mentoring reports including description and analysis of participant assessment and evaluation and communicate report to relevant stakeholders.
• Report on key achievements, challenges, and successes according to programme reporting timelines.
• Ensure high quality data is reported for the programme area according to reporting timelines.
• Ensure clinical data is regularly reviewed and analysed, gaps identified, and action plans or mitigation plans implemented in collaboration with other team members.
• Track facility level progress towards achieving targets.
• Disseminate accurate reports to internal and external stakeholders on an on-going basis.
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.
• Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in on-going training and development activities such as forums, conferences, policy setting workshops etc.

Required minimum education and training

• Relevant Nursing degree/diploma with Health Sciences education qualification
• Certified clinical (NIMART, APC and HTS) Mentor.
• Must possess: Mentoring skills, Assessor skills and Facilitation skills.
• Be a Certified Assessor with a Valid SA driver’s license (ACC training as an added advantage).
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Certification in HIV Management.
• Sound technical knowledge of VTP, TB-HIV integration, paediatric and adolescent treatment, and care.
• Experience implementing retention interventions, and linkage to care interventions an advantage.
• Experience working in a donor funded organisation / NGO or project-based environment.
• Qualification or experience in training, mentoring, project management and quality improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of clinical systems and data management.
• Exceptional organizational, administrative, and effective communication skills together with working
• knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Ordered and systematic in approach to tasks.
• Attention to detail.
• Pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making.
• Able to prioritise own workload and work towards deadlines.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to speak relevant local languages.

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in public health and HIV Management.
• 3 years’ clinical training experience (HIV/TB/SRH), 2 years clinical mentoring experience and experience of assessing learners and experience working with donor funded organizations.

Demands of the job

• Travel will be required within and outside of the district.
• Ability to work in highly demanding and pressurized environment, flexibility, management, training, and leadership experience.

Communications and relationships

• Maintain effective working relationships with Wits RHI staff at all levels. Communicate effectively with all external stakeholders such as donors, Department of Health (DoH), media, medical and academic institutions, community and other partner organisations.

Closing date: 07 July 2026

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Key performance areas

Lead the Implementation of the Operation Phuthuma Methodology

• Lead the implementation and institutionalisation of the Operation Phuthuma (OP) methodology across supported sub-districts and health facilities.
• Facilitate the application of the Model for Improvement (MFI) to improve priority HIV, TB, PHC and health systems indicators.
• Conduct baseline assessments, gap analyses and root cause analyses (5 Whys, Fishbone, Process
• Mapping and Driver Diagrams) to identify system bottlenecks.
• Support facility teams to develop, implement and monitor Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs) using
• PDSA cycles and evidence-based change ideas.
• Ensure implementation fidelity of the OP Step-by-Step Guide, Barometer, Summary Charts, Nerve
• Centre meetings, Huddles, Learning Sessions and Gemba Walks.
• Support facilities to institutionalise successful interventions and spread best practices across the district.

Quality Improvement Coaching, Mentorship and Capacity Building

• Build the quality improvement capability of Department of Health and Wits RHI teams through structured coaching, mentorship and competency-based training.
• Mentor facility managers, Quality Assurance teams, programme managers, clinical staff and data teams on the practical application of the Model for Improvement and Operation Phuthuma tools.
• Identify training needs and coordinate blended learning programmes, learning collaboratives and coaching visits.
• Develop and update training materials, job aids, SOPs and QI implementation guides.
• Strengthen leadership capacity to sustain continuous quality improvement and foster a culture of data-driven decision-making.

Data Analytics, Performance Monitoring and Measurement for Improvement

• Analyse routine programme and clinical data to identify performance gaps, prioritise improvement opportunities and guide decision-making.
• Develop and monitor family of measures, run charts, control charts, dashboards, barometers and summary charts to track improvement.
• Monitor progress against project indicators, district priorities, Ideal Clinic, RTQII, NCS and funder requirements.
• Conduct regular data reviews and support facilities to improve data quality, interpretation and utilisation.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and recommendations to support programme planning and strategic decision-making.

Stakeholder Coordination, Learning and Sustainability

• Coordinate Quality Improvement activities with the Department of Health, Wits RHI technical teams, donors and implementing partners.
• Facilitate facility, sub-district and district learning sessions, SPMRs, DPMRs, PPMRs, clinical audits, Nerve
• Centre meetings and Quality Improvement forums.
• Document, package and disseminate best practices, success stories, innovations and lessons learnt using Operation Phuthuma knowledge management approaches.
• Strengthen collaboration between clinical, programme, pharmacy, laboratory, community and management teams to improve integrated service delivery.
• Support sustainability planning through institutionalisation of successful QI interventions within routine
• Department of Health systems.

Quality Assurance and Clinical Systems Strengthening

• Conduct routine Quality Assurance (QA) assessments across supported facilities to evaluate compliance with national guidelines, Operation Phuthuma standards, Ideal Clinic Realisation and donor requirements.
• Assess the quality and performance of priority programme areas, including Differentiated Models of Care (DMOC), Mother, Child and Women's Health, NIMART, Records Management, Lenacapavir implementation, PrEP, Tuberculosis (TB), Viral Load uptake and suppression, HIV Testing Services (HTS), and Retention in Care (RTC).
• Identify system and clinical performance gaps through quality assessments, clinical audits, data reviews and root cause analysis, and mentor facility teams to implement corrective actions using the Model for Improvement.
• Monitor implementation of Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs) and verify sustained improvements through follow-up quality assurance visits and measurement for improvement.
• Support facilities to prepare for and respond to external and internal quality assessments, including
• Ideal Clinic, RTQII, NCS, IPC and other programme quality audits.
• Promote adherence to standard operating procedures, national guidelines and quality standards to strengthen service delivery and patient outcomes. 

Programme Administration, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

• Develop and maintain annual and monthly Quality Improvement work plans, mentorship schedules and activity trackers aligned with project objectives and district priorities.
• Document mentorship activities, quality assurance findings, Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs), best practices, lessons learnt and success stories in accordance with Operation Phuthuma knowledge management processes.
• Compile and submit accurate, high-quality technical, narrative and performance reports within prescribed timelines for Wits RHI, the Department of Health and funding partners.
• Analyse routine programme data and prepare dashboards, run charts, barometers, summary charts and presentations to monitor progress and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Monitor project deliverables, risks, milestones and performance indicators, and recommend corrective actions where implementation gaps are identified.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination with Wits RHI teams, Department of Health stakeholders, implementing partners and donors to ensure timely reporting, accountability and programme sustainability.
• Ensure proper record management, filing and maintenance of Quality Improvement documentation in compliance with organisational policies and audit requirements.
• Required minimum education and training

Essential

• Professional qualification in Nursing, Public Health, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine or another relevant health-related discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, Nursing, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Health Systems
• Management, Social work or a related field.
• Valid registration with the relevant professional council where applicable.

Advantageous

• Postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Systems Management, HIV
• Management, Quality Improvement or Programme Management.
• Certification in the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Model for Improvement or equivalent
• Quality Improvement methodologies.
• Training in Lean, Six Sigma, Project Management or Change Management

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience implementing Quality Improvement programmes within the South African public health sector.
• Minimum 3 years' experience implementing the Operation Phuthuma methodology at facility, subdistrict or district level.
• Demonstrated experience applying the Model for Improvement
• Experience facilitating Quality Improvement collaboratives, Learning Sessions, Huddles, Gemba Walks and Nerve Centre meetings.
• Experience implementing and monitoring Quality Improvement Plans in HIV, TB, PHC, Ideal Clinic, RTQII, NCS and related programmes.
• Experience mentoring multidisciplinary teams and Department of Health managers.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting DHIS, Tier.Net and other routine health information systems.
• Experience documenting best practices, writing technical reports and presenting programme
• performance to senior management and donors.
• Experience working within donor-funded programmes (CDC, USAID, Global Fund or similar) will be advantageous.

Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of the Operation Phuthuma methodology.
• Advanced knowledge of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement Model for Improvement.
• Strong facilitation, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Excellent presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Project planning and programme management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence system change without direct authority.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to travel extensively within supported districts.

Closing date: 08 July 2026

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Main purpose of the job:

• To develop and advance lipid nanoparticle (LNP)/nucleic acid formulations for cost-effective HIV-1 biotherapeutic delivery. The successful candidate will join a cutting-edge, multidisciplinary, international research team, gaining hands-on experience in molecular biology, nanotechnology and translational biomedical research.

Key performance areas

• Conduct laboratory research on nanoparticle formulation and optimisation.
• In vitro protein expression and validation of nanoparticle delivery using mammalian cell lines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in virology, immunology and nanotechnology.
• Present findings at group meetings, conferences and collaborator progress meetings.

Required minimum education and training

• PhD In molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology or equivalent.

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum of 3 years working experience in molecular biology laboratory or equivalent.
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, expertise in Snap gene, Graph pad Prism, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Familiarity with tissue culture, nucleic acid manipulation, recombinant protein expression and purification, liquid chromatography, HIV-1 pseudo virus assays.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a highly productive research team.
• Driven, well-organised, with strong time-management skills and ability to meet time sensitive deadlines.

Closing date: 08 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Recruit participants according to study inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• Be orientated with the study intent and purpose to address relevant concerns and misconceptions about the study with potential participants.
• Receive queries from participants and address or refer the queries accordingly.
• Establishing a relationship of trust and respect with participants.
• Actively listen to participants and empathize with them.
• Provide support to caregivers and families.
• Report on number of participants recruited on daily basis to team leader.
• Ensure that ICF and source documents are completed and signed correctly..
• File all participant forms according to the study requirements (alphabetic/ numeric order) and ensure all forms are submitted to the relevant data capturers.
• Photocopy participant files. ANC Files, Admission Registers, and enrolment logs as required by the project.
• Follow GCP guidelines when completing participant visit forms.
• Complete telephone logs for all calls made to participants.
• Update electronic screen logs daily.
• Copy admission book logs daily.
• Completing file request forms to obtain and copy maternal/neonatal files as and when required.
• Identify Neonatal admissions, by comparing the daily enrolment log with copies of admission register.
• Call participants to complete 90 days and 180 days follow up questionnaires.
• Follow up on missed visits and complete the necessary feedback logs.
• Conduct home visits if follow up calls are unsuccessful.

Required minimum education and training.

• Grade 12
• Basic Counselling Certificate

Required minimum work experience.

• Minimum of 1 year in recruitment of study participants
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Confidentiality, tact, and a high level of discretion
• Ability to manage self and prioritise own workload, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team 

Closing date: 08 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Procurement Administration
• Sourcing service providers and quotations
• Loading of purchase orders
• Supplier payments Administration
• Site maintenance support
• Fleet management support
• Finance Administration
• Document and track project plans and milestones
• Attendance of meetings as and when required
• Support different sections within the centre i.e. labelling, data entry, supplies, filing and storage etc.
• Report writing when required
• Planning and prioritising the study needs and requirements.
• Minute taking during study meetings.
• Identify processes for improvement on unit infrastructure
• Assist with participant reimbursement when required
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks & activities and demonstrates effective self-management.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met and provides appropriate means of resolution
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Respond to queries timeously
• Willing to help others and go the extra mile to meet team targets and objectives
• Perform any ad-hoc tasks required by the supervisor

Required minimum education and training

• Grade 12

Required minimum work experience

• 2 years’ experience in research administration environment
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Qualification in Business Administration
• Computer literate.Able to work under pressure.
• Flexibility.
• Independent worker.
• Time management.
• Deadline driven.
• Assertive.

Closing date: 09 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Receive visitors into the research centre.
• Awareness and adherence to relevant policies/guidelines related to the effective functioning of the organisation’s research administration and facilities.
• Coordinate and oversee the procurement process by liaising with relevant stakeholders (Project managers/coordinators).
• Receive and direct telephone calls to relevant staff.
• Receive and direct letters and other hardcopy bulk mails to relevant staff.
• Take minutes at relevant meetings and disseminate within 3 days.
• Archive documents as needed.
• Print, bind and distribute protocols, manuals to staff members.
• Welcome, identify participants’ needs and direct to specific projects.
• Conduct pre-screening for participants.
• Register participant in the daily register per project.
• Verify the identity documents (e.g. ID’s, permits, asylums and passport); copy, certify and file all identity documents as needed.
• Issue/open screening files for screening participant.
• Accompany the participant to admin block along with the file.
• Check co-enrolment status and update the b-ceps spread sheet as needed.
• Allocate participants to Research Assistance (RAs).
• Send participants files to staff for clinic flow.
• Administer ACASI if needed.
• Update the MEDIDATA.
• Administer CRFs as needed.
• Allocate participants to counsellors, nurses and clinician.
• Allocate files to QC1.
• Reimburse participants, update clinic study appointment card, diary, visit flow assessment and allocation roster.
• Reconcile financial statement with WHC finance clerk.
• Cash count and collect money to WHC finance clerk.
• Issue gift items and certificates to participants e.g. Month 18.
• Communicate planned meetings, book meeting room and related arrangements.
• Liaise with the operation department to collect wastepaper and to deliver water bottles for the participants and staff, and to with the IT department to maintain the printing machine.
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.
• Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as workshops, forums, conferences, etc.
• Attend to all staffing requirements and administration i.e. admin duties training.
• Comply with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Verify accuracy of data in source documentation and accuracy of transcription from source data to Case
• Report Forms (CRF) as needed.
• Ensure errors on source documents e.g. CRF’s are corrected, initialled and dated.
• Support the timely transmission/data faxing of relevant Case Report Forms following QC activity (as needed).
• Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and external QC reports and monitoring reviews.
• Assist with staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified.

Required minimum education and training.

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent (Relevant tertiary degree would be advantageous).
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Trained in GCP
• Experience working in a donor funded organisation or NGO.
• Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Able to maintain confidentiality, tact and professionalism at all times.
• Able to exercise discretion, high levels of initiative and independent decision-making.
• Must be assertive, confident and adaptable.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Required minimum work experience.
• Minimum 3 or more years relevant work experience in research and/or administration.

Closing date:  10 July 2026

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Key performance area

• Guide and assist with the development and implementation of the Professional Certificate in Education Finance
• Prepare contracts in line with the budget and funders' requirements.
• Develop standard operating procedures for managing projects, recording activities, and tracking progress.
• Work with the team to identify and manage risks.
• Arrange and organise meetings, teleconferences, events, workshops, facilities and minute taking.
• Link to government education departments to identify qualified participants.
• Ensure effective systems for admissions .
• Assist in ensuring that the website and other communication materials for Priceless are kept up to date.
• Liaise with team members and external stakeholders to ensure that project deadlines are met.
• Prepare reports.
• General office administration and support to the team as and when required.

Required minimum education and training

• Master’s in Education, or related fields.

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in project administration and course management.
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Computer literacy, particularly MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in a public education environment, donor-funded organization or NGO.
• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills.
• Able to maintain confidentiality, tact and professionalism at all times.
• Able to exercise discretion
• Display a high level of initiative and independent decision-making.
• Assertive, emotionally mature, confident and adaptable.
• Self-motivated with a high regard for work ethic, value and integrity and highly organized
• Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Have a background in education planning, education finance and/or education economics.

Closing date:  10 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Assist with drawing up and preparing budgets.
• Monitor and administer short course applications.
• Set up and manage short courses on the relevant systems.
• Provide administrative support for the selection of participants.
• Prepare course materials and coordinate venues and meal arrangements.
• Assist with flight and accommodation bookings for students.
• Facilitate invoicing processes and capture payments accurately.
• Capture marks and issue certificates.
• Assist with processing payments for consultants.
• Support procurement activities and related administrative processes.
• Compile and prepare financial reports for funders.

Required minimum education and training

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration or a Related Field

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience.
• Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
• Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including intermediate level Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise tact, and always demonstrate professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Own reliable transport will be advantageous, and be available after hours to respond to unplanned emergencies or queries when required.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, as well as service providers.

Closing date:  10 July 2026