The Health Systems Trust (HST) invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for 35 Data Capturer positions within the National Department of Health Global Fund Tuberculosis (TB) Project in eThekwini district. These fixed-term contract roles, renewable based on funding, focus on capturing, verifying, and reporting TB data at health facilities and community levels to ensure accuracy and timely identification of linkage referrals for patient tracking. Candidates with a Matriculation Certificate, training or experience in TIER.Net software, and two years of data capturing experience (TIER.Net and DHIS) are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong interpersonal skills, and fluency in English and local languages are essential for success in this role.

The application process requires submission through the online portal at https://careers.hst.org.za/ by 31 October 2025, at 16:30. Comprehensive CVs, saved with the applicant’s name and surname, must accompany fully completed applications, as email submissions will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will undergo reference and credential checks and must provide certified copies of qualifications and identity documents. In alignment with HST’s Employment Equity Plan, applications from Indian males, Indian females, and people with disabilities who meet the job specifications are particularly encouraged.

Position: Data Capturer x35
Location: eThekwini District, South Africa
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Renewable based on funding)
Closing Date: 31 October 2025, 16:30

About the Role

The Health Systems Trust (HST) is seeking 35 Data Capturers to join the National Department of Health Global Fund Tuberculosis (TB) Project in eThekwini district. The role focuses on capturing, verifying, and reporting TB data at health facilities and community levels, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting of linkage referrals to support patient tracking and tracing.

This is a fixed-term contract position, with potential renewal contingent on continued funding.

Note: Applicants who have previously applied for this position need not reapply.

Key Responsibilities

• Relationship Building: Foster and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, project management, and Department of Health staff to support project goals.
• Data Capturing & Reporting:
• Capture, record, and report data from TB screening in communities and facilities.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports for submission.
• Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues, project management, and Department of Health staff to capture relevant TB-related data and meet project objectives.
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:
• Collect and verify data daily, weekly, and monthly to ensure high data quality.
• Conduct data clean-up as required.
• Perform filing and administrative duties, including ad-hoc tasks.
• Reporting: Ensure timely submission of weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reports.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum: Matriculation Certificate (Grade 12).
• Advantageous: Tertiary qualification.
• Required: Training on TIER.Net software and/or prior experience with TIER.Net data capturing.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in data capturing (TIER.Net and DHIS) and reporting.
• Experience in recording and reporting TB and HIV data.
• Advantageous: Knowledge of health Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems.
• Advantageous: Experience in a donor-funded environment.

Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong decision-making ability.
• Basic knowledge of English and local languages.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Customer-focused and results-driven.
• Effective data management skills.

Remuneration

• Salary Range: R222,703 – R279,385.67 (Total Cost to Company, based on Global Fund requirements).

Important Information

• Closing Date: 31 October 2025, 16:30.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and identity documents.
• All shortlisted candidates will undergo reference and credential checks.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• HST reserves the right not to fill this position.
• All personal information is processed in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Diversity & Inclusion

Health Systems Trust is committed to diversity and inclusivity, guided by our Employment Equity Plan. We particularly encourage applications from Indian males, Indian females, and people with disabilities who meet the job specifications, including the required skills, knowledge, and education.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications online at: https://careers.hst.org.za/

• Complete the online application in full.
• Upload a comprehensive CV, saved with a filename reflecting your name and surname.
• Note: Applications sent via email will not be considered.