District Officer ( Part Time Position)

NACOSA is looking for a dynamic and experienced candidate District Officer to support the implementation and coordination of the capacity building and survivor economic empowerment programme with a community partner in the West Rand District, Gauteng.

This is a part-time position and presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to social change and economic empowerment (SEE) for survivors of gender-based violence.

About us

NACOSA (Networking HIV, AIDS Community of South Africa) is a leading non-profit organisation working in communities across South Africa. It focuses on building strong, resilient organisations and communities to respond effectively to HIV, AIDS, TB, gender-based violence (GBV), and broader public health and social challenges.

The duties and responsibilities of the District Officer will include, but not limited to:

General Programme Implementation:

• Support community-based organisations (CBOs) with capacity assessments.
• Provide information on funding opportunities to drive organisational sustainability.
• Conduct quarterly oversight and support site visits to CBOs.
• Monitor progress and identify areas where further training or technical assistance is needed.
• Collect, verify, and submit programme data, attendance registers, and reports in line with NACOSA requirements.
• Track progress against targets and assist with donor reporting requirements.
• Promote linkages to social economic empowerment opportunities, resources, and support services.

Capacity Building support:

• Support CBOs with the delivery of four training courses at a central location.
• Provide mentoring and technical assistance to CBOs, guided by the Capacity Building Plan.

Survivor Economic Empowerment interventions:

• Provide technical assistance with the appointment of a service provider to deliver skills training to the SEE participants, based on community needs.
• Facilitate group mentoring sessions with participants
• Continuous support to A Re Ageng for the SEE implementation activities
• Collaboration and support the linkage of business stakeholders (e.g. NYDA/LEDA) to entrepreneurs

• A tertiary qualification in Social Science, Public Health, Community Development or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in programme implementation within the NGO or community development sector.
• A thorough understanding of the gender-based violence, women's rights, HIV, TB and economic empowerment programme.
• Experience in report writing, data collection and monitoring and evaluation.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and report preparation.
• Good communication, facilitation and inter-personal skills on all levels.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Valid unendorsed driver’s license (non-negotiable)

Personal Competencies

• The ability to think strategically and analytically.
• Strong planning, prioritisation and time management skills, with the ability to work across multiple projects.
• Willingness to travel within South Africa

Closing date for all applications: 28 August 2025

Application Process: Please submit your application via the NACOSA careers portal. Emailed applications will not be considered; this position is subject to donor approval.

PLEASE NOTE:

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the employment equity plan and targets of NACOSA. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply. NACOSA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated

In the event that you do not hear from us after 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. NACOSA reserves the right to amend and/or withdraw adverts at any time without notification. NACOSA respects the privacy of its stakeholders and will treat all personal information provided in line with our recruitment policy and in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act.