Job Description
• *ENROLLED NURSE
• *TWELVE (12) MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
• *MASIPHUMELELE; FISH HOEK**
The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organization focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.
We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.
Main purpose of this will be to be responsible for the effective coordination and delivery of day-to-day nursing functions within a research-related environment, ensuring that all clinical activities are conducted in accordance with approved study protocols, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the research team to facilitate smooth study operations, contribute to data integrity, and uphold best clinical practices within the research setting.
• Grade 12 with a Nursing Certificate, Enrolled Nurse and registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Enrolled Nurse
• Certificate as an Enrolled nurse
• 1 year experience in a clinical trial environment
• Ability to work harmoniously with youth of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work in a team and to be able to foster a collaborative relationship with local clinics and hospitals
• Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate advantageous
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, word processing and internet.
• Must be detail orientated.
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS
• *Advantageous:
• Experience of working with adolescents
• Training in Contraception
• *Responsibilities:
• *Clinical procedures within the research Centre
• Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for participants
• Assist in maintaining good clinic flow
• Assist Study Coordinators in day-to-day clinic functions
• Refer all related queries to medical staff as required
• Maintain participant confidentiality
• Perform phlebotomy
• Perform all required medical observations for physical examinations
• Assist with checking crash cart contents on a monthly basis
• Provide family planning
• *Protocol-specific procedures
• Ensure accurate, timeous data entry into source documents as per study protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Attend to study and monitor queries
• Perform the scheduled visits and administer the investigational product (IP) to the study participants as per the protocol
• Oversee participant visits and ensure participants move through all study procedures efficiently.
• Assist with screening, consenting, enrolment and follow-up of participants including home visits if required
• Perform participant counselling as per protocol requirements
• Ensure familiarity with local counselling testing and referral guidelines
• Assist in liaising with pharmacist regarding supply and management of FPC and STI drugs
• *Assist in the adolescent clinic’s Sexual Reproductive Health services
• Provide education on sexual reproductive health including
• HIV/TB and STI education to clients.
• Rapid testing for HIV & STIs
• Provide Family Planning counselling & services, perform pregnancy tests as required
• Capture data daily on relevant IT programs.
• Ensure that consultation rooms have sufficient supplies to run the clinic each day.
• Manage medical waste monthly.
• Monthly checking of emergency trolley and eyewash stations.
• *Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence
Submit a detailed cover letter, updated CV with certified copy of highest qualification and details of two (2) current contactable referees by 03 April 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you are a foreign national applying for this position, please attach a copy of your work permit to your application.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• If you have not heard from us within four weeks after the closing date please consider your application as unsuccessful.
• We are committed to equity in our employment practices. It is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. We reserve the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified.
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• *TWELVE (12) MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
• *MASIPHUMELELE; FISH HOEK**
The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organization focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.
We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.
Main purpose of this will be to be responsible for the effective coordination and delivery of day-to-day nursing functions within a research-related environment, ensuring that all clinical activities are conducted in accordance with approved study protocols, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the research team to facilitate smooth study operations, contribute to data integrity, and uphold best clinical practices within the research setting.
• Grade 12 with a Nursing Certificate, Enrolled Nurse and registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Enrolled Nurse
• Certificate as an Enrolled nurse
• 1 year experience in a clinical trial environment
• Ability to work harmoniously with youth of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work in a team and to be able to foster a collaborative relationship with local clinics and hospitals
• Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate advantageous
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, word processing and internet.
• Must be detail orientated.
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS
• *Advantageous:
• Experience of working with adolescents
• Training in Contraception
• *Responsibilities:
• *Clinical procedures within the research Centre
• Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for participants
• Assist in maintaining good clinic flow
• Assist Study Coordinators in day-to-day clinic functions
• Refer all related queries to medical staff as required
• Maintain participant confidentiality
• Perform phlebotomy
• Perform all required medical observations for physical examinations
• Assist with checking crash cart contents on a monthly basis
• Provide family planning
• *Protocol-specific procedures
• Ensure accurate, timeous data entry into source documents as per study protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Attend to study and monitor queries
• Perform the scheduled visits and administer the investigational product (IP) to the study participants as per the protocol
• Oversee participant visits and ensure participants move through all study procedures efficiently.
• Assist with screening, consenting, enrolment and follow-up of participants including home visits if required
• Perform participant counselling as per protocol requirements
• Ensure familiarity with local counselling testing and referral guidelines
• Assist in liaising with pharmacist regarding supply and management of FPC and STI drugs
• *Assist in the adolescent clinic’s Sexual Reproductive Health services
• Provide education on sexual reproductive health including
• HIV/TB and STI education to clients.
• Rapid testing for HIV & STIs
• Provide Family Planning counselling & services, perform pregnancy tests as required
• Capture data daily on relevant IT programs.
• Ensure that consultation rooms have sufficient supplies to run the clinic each day.
• Manage medical waste monthly.
• Monthly checking of emergency trolley and eyewash stations.
• *Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence
Submit a detailed cover letter, updated CV with certified copy of highest qualification and details of two (2) current contactable referees by 03 April 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you are a foreign national applying for this position, please attach a copy of your work permit to your application.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• If you have not heard from us within four weeks after the closing date please consider your application as unsuccessful.
• We are committed to equity in our employment practices. It is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. We reserve the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified.
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