Job Reference Number: 202501PCG
Department: Programme Support
Business Unit:
Industry: Pharmaceutical And Medical/Healthcare
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

Job Description

About NACOSA: 

We started as a convention intent on bringing together organisations working on HIV. We now render services and disburse funds towards a coordinated response to HIV, TB and GBV as public health threats. As an organization, we work at national, provincial local and community levels and strive to embody the ideal spirit of NACOSA. We strive to live our values and philosophy in every interaction and task. NACOSA has a zero-tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH), and related abuse of power and is committed to protecting its staff and all people receiving services through our programs from this type of misconduct.

 

Our Values 

We recognize and respect the agency, dignity and strength of communities and people, we are connected to and grounded in communities, we value and embrace inclusion, diversity, and transformation,we put people first, 

 

The duties and responsibilities of the Project Coordinator will include, but not limited to:

• Provide strategic support, devise and implement corrective measures to ensure the provincial-based programmes are implemented effectively.
• Coordinate activities in the National Department towards the achievement of the Global Fund, Adolescent Youth People programme deliverables by attending to relevant events, workshops, meetings.
• Liaise and secure meetings with relevant stakeholders including site visits for technical support team
• Provide ongoing support, monitoring and coordination for the technical support team including the Technical Specialist and the Programme Manager in fulfilling their roles and responsibilities at DBE and NACOSA. 
• Provide project management and coordination support to the Branch: Care and Support Services unit on the development and implementation of Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights programmes in the basic education sector. 
• Participate in field monitoring visits undertaken by the Health Promotion Directorate and Technical Support Team in the office of the Branch Head when required. 
• Regularly review Monitoring and Evaluation reports ensure high levels of data integrity is maintained.  

Job Requirements

Required qualifications, skills, and experience.

• NQF Level 6 National Diploma in a relevant field. 
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Health, Social Sciences or Education will be an added advantage. 
• At least 5 years’ working experience in a relevant executive and administrative support position.
• Public sector or civil society experience is preferred. 
• Experience of HIV, STI and TB or health promotion issues in South Africa 
• An understanding of the interface between the South African government operations and NGO environment
• Work experience in donor–funded projects at provincial / and or national level
• Proven ability to communicate and interact with high –level officials from government agencies, NGOs, international development organisations, and the private sector.
• High level of organisational, initiative and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English (both oral and written) 
• Knowledge of other South African local languages will be an added advantage

Personal Competencies

• Exceptional communication, writing and editing skills
• Computer skills essential including ability to use the Microsoft office packages, email and internet
• Project management skills
• Ability to work in a deadline-orientated environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain document archives
• Flexibility to work beyond regular core business hours
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as and when required

CLOSING DATE - 20 January 2025