ENROLLED NURSE
TWO (2) YEARS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
J52, GROOTE SCHUUR, OBSERVATORY
The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation 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 as (Enrolled Nurse) and registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Enrolled Nurse
- At least 1-2 years working experience in a clinical trial environment
- Ability to work harmoniously with diverse backgrounds
- Ability to work in a team and to be able to foster a collaborative relationship with local clinics and hospitals
- 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:
- Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate
- Phlebotomy certificate
Responsibilities:
Clinical procedures within the research Centre
- Perform all clinical observations and procedures as required by research protocols and on request from medical officer/study coordinator (e.g. draw blood, swabs, vital signs, infusions, injections, operating and managing infusion pumps etc.)
- Refer all related queries to medical staff and study coordinator
- Assist Medical Officer or other clinical staff with all study procedures as requested
- Ensure all clinical areas and equipment are maintained in good order, check/ensure beds have clean linen etc.
- Check Medical waste boxes and bins and arrange collection thereof
- Provide participants with advice and guidance on basic medical conditions
- Assist with triage of participants with possible Adverse Events or Expedited Adverse Event
Protocol-specific procedures
- Oversee participant visits and ensure participants move through all study procedures efficiently.
- Manage the scheduled screening, consenting, enrolment and follow-up of participants including home visits if required
- Perform participant interviews and counselling as per protocol requirements
- Contact referral agencies where applicable to assist in recruiting the correct patients
- Complete all protocols and sponsor required training
Laboratory support
- Manage samples (or liaise with the Laboratory Technician) and arrange collection by the appropriate laboratory as per protocol requirements
- Maintain and record cold chain temperatures
- Assist laboratory staff with testing procedures (HIV, Pregnancy, urine) and quality control when required
Study Administration
- Assist Study Coordinators in clinic functions and administrative tasks. Administrative tasks include QC of files, filing of results, calling of patients etc.
- Transcribe research data into case report forms as needed
- Inform Study Coordinators of daily clinic progress
- Participate in conference calls, meetings and training when required
- Assist in inventory, ordering and equipment management
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 31 July 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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.
I understand and accept that by applying for this position, I authorized DTHF to process my personal information in accordance with its internal operational requirements.
I further understand that the personal information I disclose to DTHF will be processed in accordance with the requirements set out in the Protection of Personal Information Act and may include the transferring thereof to third parties for the purposes of verification.
This job may be removed before it expires.
Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is a child-friendly organization committed to the protection of children.
For more information about the organization please visit our website.
