{"id":15936,"date":"2025-08-08T12:02:12","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T12:02:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/technical-advisor-high-risk-populations-seconded-to-national-department-of-health\/"},"modified":"2025-08-16T00:24:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T00:24:31","slug":"technical-advisor-high-risk-populations-seconded-to-national-department-of-health","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=15936","title":{"rendered":"Technical Advisor: High-Risk Populations (Seconded to National Department of Health)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Purpose of the position:<\/p>\n<p>\tThe High-Risk Populations Technical Advisor will provide high-level technical support to the NDoH in the design, coordination, and implementation of HIV, TB, STI and other health-related programs tailored for high-risk populations. The advisor will facilitate development and alignment of policies, strategies, and operational plans that integrate government services with CSO-delivered outreach interventions. The role also involves multisectoral coordination, technical oversight, and alignment with international best practices and donor frameworks (e.g., PEPFAR, Global Fund, UNAIDS, and SANAC).<\/p>\n<p>Minimum Requirements\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tA Bachelor&#8217;s degree in Public Health, Clinical Medicine, or a related field (e.g., BCMP). A Master\u2019s in Public Health (MPH) is highly desirable<br \/>\n\tAt least 8\u201310 years of progressive experience in public health program implementation, with specific expertise in high-risk populations, HIV prevention, and health systems strengthening<br \/>\n\tDemonstrated experience leading large-scale HRP programs at national or multi-district levels<br \/>\n\tProven ability to develop health policies, guidelines, and strategic frameworks in collaboration with government and donors<br \/>\n\tStrong technical knowledge of PEPFAR, UNAIDS, and Global Fund programming and reporting requirements<br \/>\n\tExceptional stakeholder engagement and coordination skills, including with CSOs and multilateral partners<br \/>\n\tCompetency in project planning, budget tracking, monitoring, and technical reporting<br \/>\n\tExperience supporting or working within government health systems is an advantage<br \/>\n\tStrong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly and concisely<br \/>\n\tClear criminal record<\/p>\n<p>Duties and Responsibilities\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tLead the development of a national High Transmission Area\/High Risk Population (HRP) service delivery policy and strategy, ensuring alignment with HIV prevention goals and universal health coverage objectives<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with existing stakeholders to adopt the implementation roadmap for both facility-based and mobile outreach HRP-friendly services, including monitoring and evaluation components<br \/>\n\tProvide technical support to develop minimum service packages, quality assurance standards, and referral frameworks for integrated HRP services<br \/>\n\tFacilitate consultations with other government stakeholders, CSOs, donors, and other stakeholders to ensure participatory policy development and implementation planning<br \/>\n\tSupport the contracting and capacity building of CSOs providing peer-led mobile outreach services<br \/>\n\tAdvise on financing strategies for sustainable government-funded HRP services<br \/>\n\tRepresent NDoH in technical working groups, stakeholder engagements, and donor coordination forums<br \/>\n\tPromote continuous quality improvement and integration of data systems for monitoring HRP service delivery outcomes<\/p>\n<p>Skills and Competencies\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<br \/>\nTechnical Skills &amp; Competencies<\/p>\n<p>\tDeep understanding of the South African HIV epidemic and HRP service delivery landscape<br \/>\n\tPolicy development and program scale-up expertise<br \/>\n\tClinical and technical proficiency in HIV prevention tools (e.g., VMMC, PrEP, HTS)<br \/>\n\tProficiency in data analysis, M&amp;E frameworks, and CQI<br \/>\n\tStrong IT skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools<\/p>\n<p>Desirable Attributes<\/p>\n<p>\tCommitment to human rights, equity, and person-centered care<br \/>\n\tAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment<br \/>\n\tAdaptability and cultural competency when working with diverse populations<\/p>\n<p>Deadline:15th August,2025<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.tbhivcare.org ) or<\/p>\n<p>tbhivcare.erecruit.co<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/tbhivcare.erecruit.co","_company_name":"TB HIV Care","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.tbhivcare.org","_company_tagline":"TB HIV Care is a non-profit company that aims to improve TB management by increasing access to TB and HIV diagnosis, care, treatment and community-based adherence support. 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