Job Description

NACOSA seeks to fill a senior management role, to assist the Global Fund Grant Manager to lead and manage programme implementation, strategy and operations.



The Deputy Grant Manager will support the overall operational management, provide technical oversight and team supervision to ensure the success of NACOSA's Global Fund grant targeting adolescents and young people across South Africa. Success elements include the delivery of high-quality outcomes, and compliance with donor requirements.

The duties and responsibilities of Deputy Grant Manager

will include, but not be limited to:

Grant & Programme Management

Support the Grant Manager in the operations of the grant including the administration, procurement and human resources to ensure efficiency and compliance with donor regulations. Support the Grant Manager and Programme Management Unit to plan, coordinating, and oversee the implementation of the Adolescent and Young People Programme. Provide technical support, guidance, and mentorship to Programme Staff and Implementing Partners to ensure programme deliverables of the Adolescent and young People Programme are met on time and within budget. Ensure that programme activities align with donor priorities, national policies, and strategic objectives. Contribute to grant budgeting, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and financial reporting. Monitor programme performance, targets, and outputs against grant deliverables and timelines. Serve as Acting Grant Manager in the Grant Manager's absence, which involves taking on the Grant Managers responsibilities and representing the Grant to external parties.

Networking, Advocacy & Capacity Building

Conduct site visits and routine performance monitoring to ensure compliance, quality, and accountability. Facilitate capacity-building workshops and learning exchanges for partners. Represent NACOSA at meetings.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

Work with the M&E team to ensure accurate, timely, and quality data collection and reporting. Review and consolidate reports from Implementing Partners and contribute to donor reports. Use data to identify gaps, trends, and opportunities to improve programme outcomes.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with donor contractual obligations, NACOSA policies, and regulatory frameworks. Identify risks (programmatic, financial, reputational) and propose mitigation strategies. Ensure safeguarding and ethical standards are upheld across all programme interventions.


A relevant degree in Health Administration, Public Health, Development Studies or related field. Master's degree preferred. At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in a technical advisory role for large-scale community-based health programmes for donor funded activities, with a focus on HIV prevention. 5 years demonstrated experience in grant management, including financial and compliance oversight. Strong knowledge of health, HIV prevention, sexual and reproductive health - within the relevant South African Frameworks relevant to Adolescents and Young People, key populations, gender-based violence, and human rights. Demonstrated experience of M&E principles, M&E systems and data driven programme management. Demonstrated experience in procurement and contracting processes. Proven ability to build partnerships with civil society, donors, and government stakeholders. Excellent project management, financial oversight, and reporting skills. Relevant working experience in the NGO sector. Willingness to travel nationally as required.

Skills and attributes

Strong project management and organisational skills. Ability to analyse complex data and translate it into actionable insights. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and deliver results.

Closing date for applications: 12 January 2026

Application Process:

Please note that emailed applications will not be considered; NB:NACOSA reserves the right to close this job advert early if sufficient applications are received or a suitable candidate is identified.

PLEASE NOTE:

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the employment equity plan and targets of NACOSA. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. NACOSA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.

In the event that you do not hear from us after 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. NACOSA reserves the right to amend and/or withdraw adverts at any time without notification. NACOSA

respects the privacy of its stakeholders and will treat all personal information provided in line with our recruitment policy and in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act.

As part of our hiring process, NACOSA will inquire during reference checks for information about job applicants' reference persons regarding any finding of sexual exploitation, abuse, and/or harassment as well as any other forms of misconduct.