Job Description

NACOSA is looking for a suitably qualified candidate within South Africa for the position of Nurse Mentor to coordinate clinical activities and mentor SR's (sub-recipients) in the: AYP (Adolescent and Young People); People who inject drugs (PWID) and HH (Higher Health) Community System Strengthening (CSS) programmes. (3-month contract)

The duties and responsibilities of the Nurse Mentor

will include, but not limited to:

Facilitate implementation of health services delivered by implementing organizations through technical guidance and mentoring. Promote high quality, bio-medical services at local level by implementers by disseminating the most recent clinical service delivery guidelines, protocols and standard operating procedures focusing on the TB programme. Implement and support XRAY mobile into community. Provide technical support with regard to specifications of XRAY mobiles and work closely with various stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of services. Identify the capacity-building needs of implementers, and develop and implement skills development plans through on-the-job training. Ensure that implementers comply with South African laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to clinical services within the TB programme. Keep up to date with the clinical developments in the field and support the development and continuous improvement of ART, PrEP and TB care and treatment services for targeted populations. Provide guidance with regard to procurement and supply chain management of TB mobile vehicles and the utilization at SR level. Co-facilitate or Facilitate on training. Maintain affective linkages between technical components and programme management, training, finance and M&E functions within the programmes. Develop and maintain constructive and close working relationships with key stakeholders, including the Department of Health at national, provincial and district levels and act as a thought leader in the development and evaluation of clinical service delivery programmes in South Africa. Assist Programme and M&E Specialists with consolidation and analysis of data on clinical services so that it informs programme planning. Submit periodic reports to the Clinical Manager as required.


Bachelor's degree or diploma in Nursing Science and registered with SANC as a Professional Nurse. 4 years post qualification experience as a Professional Nurse, with at least 2 years in HIV/AIDS and TB. Certificate in HIV/AIDS/TB/STI Experience working as a Clinical Trainer/Mentor/Facilitator in a similar role where technical guidance had to be provided to implementers or programme staff will be a strong advantage. Knowledge of South African HIV and TB Guidelines including HIV prevention, sexual and reproductive health; HIV Testing Services; TB screening and adherence support. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in one or more South African languages besides English a distinct advantage. Understanding of the NGO sector and knowledge of big donor processes/requirements will be a benefit. Valid code 08 unendorsed driver's license (non-negotiable) Competent in MS Office Suite.

Closing date for all applications: 27 June 2025

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.