Job Description

About NACOSA

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NACOSA (Networking HIV, AIDS Community of Southern Africa) is a leading non-profit organisation working in communities across South Africa. It focuses on building stronger, more equal, healthy and safe communities to respond effectively to HIV, AIDS, TB, gender-based violence (GBV) and other related public health and social challenges. Over the next two and a half years, NACOSA will be implementing the biggest youth health programme in the country.

The duties and responsibilities of the Digital Information & Advocacy Specialist will include, but not limited to:

Develop and execute digital information dissemination and advocacy strategies. Build and manage online communities and digital channels, fostering engagement, feedback, and meaningful conversations. Scope and manage programme integration with existing digital channels (e.g., mobile apps, online platforms, health services) to reach young people effectively. Conduct social listening and analytics to inform targeting, optimize paid-for social media campaigns, and evaluate the effectiveness of information dissemination and communication strategies. Capture and share key learnings and outcomes from community, beneficiary, network, and programme engagements. Develop new digital advocacy and programme content, tools, and updates to digital health messaging. Disseminate programme data and learning through digital channels, including interactive reports, emailers, webinars, podcasts, and social media

Required qualifications, skills and experience

Degree or diploma in Communications, Digital Media, Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field. Proven experience in digital advocacy, information dissemination, and community engagement. Demonstrable experience in digital multi-media content creation, analytics, social listening, and audience segmentation. Demonstrated ability to translate complex programme data or health information into engaging digital content. Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and with external partners. Strong understanding of social media platforms, digital analytics, and online community management. Experience in integrating digital tools with programme implementation is an advantage. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

Personal Competencies

Strong understanding of digital communication trends, social media algorithms, and user engagement strategies. Proficiency with content creation, publishing, scheduling and analytics tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite, Google Analytics, Wordpress) Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills. Strong project management and coordination abilities. Knowledge of digital health communication and online safety best practices. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in more than one South African language will be a distinct advantage.

Closing date for applications: 31 October 2025

Application Process:

Emailed applications will not be considered.



This position is subject to donor approval.



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. NACOSA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated

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.