PATA Technical Lead — South Africa (HIV-Instrument)
Paediatric-Adolescent Treatment Africa (PATA)
Job description
PATA is recruiting a Technical Lead based in South Africa for The HIV-Instrument programme. This full-time contract has a hybrid working arrangement. The role leads in-country technical support for adolescent-friendly, stigma-free HIV, sexual and reproductive health, and mental health services. Responsibilities include liaising with health authorities and partners, managing country activities and teams, mentoring district health workers, improving service quality and data, and strengthening community-to-facility referrals. Applicants must be based in South Africa, legally eligible to work there and willing to travel locally and regionally. PATA has not named a city or salary. Apply by emailing an updated CV, cover letter and two contactable references to info@teampata.org with “EKN Technical Lead – South Africa” in the subject. The deadline is 23 October 2026; no exact cutoff time is stated.
Requirements
Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies or Nursing; 3–5 years in HIV/SRH programming focused on adolescent girls, young women or key populations; proven district or facility technical assistance and quality improvement experience; NGO or donor-funded sector experience; familiarity with national AIDS structures and DHIS2; English and relevant local language proficiency; legal eligibility to work in South Africa and travel ability. Project management training is preferred. Medical training with a Public Health diploma is advantageous; clinical practitioners must hold required medical association registration.