The South African National Aids Council (SANAC) leads South Africa’s response to the national
HIV and AIDS, TB & STIs epidemics. SANAC is building a dynamic team that can facilitate its effective leadership of the national response.
VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT
16th July 2026
SANAC invites suitably experienced individuals to apply for National Lotteries Commission project-funded positions supporting implementation of the Close the Gap Campaign. The project seeks to strengthen civil society participation, community mobilisation, stakeholder engagement and evidence-based action to improve access to quality HIV, TB, STI and broader health services. A total of 189 temporary project positions are available across the 18 recognized SANAC CSF sectors nationally.
- Position: Provincial Coordinator (9 Posts)
Location: Nine Provinces nationwide
Reports to: Project Manager
Job Purpose: To oversee and coordinate implementation of the Close the Gap Project at provincial level, ensuring effective coordination between sector structures, stakeholder engagement and delivery of project activities.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Coordinate and manage Close the Gap activities in the province in partnership with Sector Coordinators.
- Support district and sector structures to implement outreach campaigns, facility engagements and community dialogues.
- Monitor the performance of team members against key campaign activities, campaign indicators program indicators, analyze data to identify gaps, and compile timely reports for various levels of management.
- Liaise with provincial government and Civil Society Forum leadership.
- Address implementation challenges and facilitate provincial planning, review and learning meetings.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Grade 12 / Matric Certificate or relevant qualifications will be advantageous.
- At least three (3) years’ experience in project coordination, community mobilisation or health advocacy.
- Strong knowledge of HIV, TB, STIs and the South African health system.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement.
- Excellent communication, coordination and report-writing skills.
- Position: Sector Coordinator (18 Posts)
Location: 18 recognized SANAC CSF sectors – one position per sector nationwide
Reports to: Project Manager
Job Purpose: To lead and coordinate implementation of the Close the Gap Project within an assigned civil society sector, mobilise stakeholders, strengthen sector participation and monitor progress.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Coordinate implementation within the assigned sector.
- Mobilise sector organisations and communities for outreach, facility engagements and community dialogues.
- Facilitate communication between the sector, Provincial Coordinator and CSF.
- Collect, verify and submit activity reports, success stories and monitoring information.
- Track performance against targets and indicators and identify risks, gaps and corrective actions.
- Represent the sector in meetings, planning sessions and review forums and support advocacy.
Qualifications and Experience:
- At least three (3) years’ experience in project coordination, community mobilisation or health advocacy.
- Demonstrated active involvement in and knowledge of the relevant civil society sector.
- Understanding of HIV, TB, STIs and health systems in South Africa.
- Experience in report writing.
- Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
- An academic or relevant post-school qualification will be advantageous.
- Position: Sector Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Assistant (18 Posts)
Location: 18 recognized SANAC CSF sectors – one position per sector
Reports to: Sector Coordinator; works closely with the SANAC National M&E Team
Job Purpose: To collect, verify, analyse and report Close the Gap Project data within an assigned civil society sector and support accurate measurement of project progress and results.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Collect and validate project data from sector activities and implementing partners.
- Maintain sector databases, indicator trackers and supporting documentation.
- Analyse performance against targets and identify trends, gaps and risks.
- Submit weekly, monthly and quarterly M&E information and reports.
- Support training and mentorship on data collection tools and reporting requirements.
- Conduct data quality checks and document success stories, lessons learned and evidence for advocacy.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.
- Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation.
- At least two (2) years’ experience in data management and reporting.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Knowledge of HIV, TB, STIs and community health programmes.
- Strong analytical, report-writing and communication skills.
- Relevant M&E or data training will be advantageous.
- Position: Demand Generation Mobiliser (144 Posts)
Location: 18 recognized SANAC CSF sectors – eight positions per sector
Reports to: Sector Coordinator
Job Purpose: To engage communities, raise awareness and mobilise individuals and organisations to participate in Close the Gap activities aimed at improving access to HIV, TB, STI and broader health services.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Mobilise community members and civil society organisations for outreach campaigns, community dialogues and facility engagements.
- Conduct health education and awareness activities on HIV, TB, STIs and related health issues.
- Identify and refer individuals to appropriate health and social services.
- Build relationships with community leaders, local organisations and stakeholders.
- Collect attendance registers, referral records and basic activity data.
- Document community concerns, barriers to service access and success stories and submit regular activity reports.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Relevant community mobilisation, community development, health promotion or related experience.
- At least two (2) years’ experience in community mobilisation or health promotion.
- Knowledge of HIV, TB, STIs and local community dynamics.
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and travel within the relevant area.
- Relevant community development or health-related training will be advantageous.
- Cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence
Application Process
Interested applicants must visit our website and download SANAC Close the Gap Project role-specific application form, then complete and submit the relevant application form, a comprehensive CV, copy of ID, and copies of qualifications where applicable, via email to nlcprojectrecruitment@sanac.org.za
Kindly indicate the name of the position and the relevant CSF sector and province on the subject line of the email. Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, may not be considered. Closing date: 21st July 2026 Closing time: 17H00
CSF sectors are strongly encouraged to inform experienced and suitable individuals within their structures and networks of these opportunities and encourage them to apply.
Note that correspondence will only be conducted with applicants progressing through the selection process. If you have not been contacted within two (3) weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SANAC gives preference to South African candidates who meet the job requirements and who will add to the culture and gender diversity of the organisation. These are temporary project-funded positions linked to the Close the Gap Campaign. Appointment and duration of employment will be subject to the approved project implementation period and applicable employment contract. SANAC reserves the right at any time to withdraw or alter any advertised position.
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Guidelines for Completing this Form
Please complete ALL SECTIONS (A – F). Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are compulsory.
CSF sectors are strongly encouraged to identify and inform experienced and suitable individuals
within their structures and networks to apply.
Submit this completed form together with your CV, certified copy of ID certified copies of
qualifications where applicable, and any other supporting documents.
Only complete applications received by the stipulated closing date and time will be considered.
Send your completed application form and supporting documents to
nlcprojectrecruitment@sanac.org.za
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