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 RE-ADVERTISEMENT
11th August 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. Temporary project positions are available across the recognized SANAC CSF sectors nationally. These are 3 -4 months 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.
NB: Applicants who have already submitted their applications from the previous advert, they remain under consideration and are not required to re-apply
Position: Provincial Coordinators (2x Posts)
Location: 1x Free State and 1x Northern Cape Provinces
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.
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: 14th August 2026 Closing time: 14H00
Experienced and Suitable CSF leadership structures within the Free State and Northen Cape province is strongly encouraged to apply
Note that correspondence will only be conducted with applicants progressing through the selection process. If you have not been contacted within three (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.
SANAC reserves the right at any time to withdraw or alter any advertised position.