Data Capturer X35 – eThekwini District, KwaZulu-Natal
Company: Health Systems Trust (HST Careers)
Division: Health Systems Strengthening (HSS)
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Contract Type: Fixed-term (renewable based on funding)
Closing Date: 31 October 2025, 16h30
Salary Range: R222,703 – R279,385.67 (Total Cost to Company)
About Health Systems Trust (HST)
Health Systems Trust (HST) is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to strengthening health systems and improving access to quality healthcare in Southern Africa. Established to support the continuous development of health systems, HST partners with government departments, local communities, and international donors to advance public health initiatives.
The organisation currently manages several national and provincial health programmes, focusing on areas such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB), maternal and child health, and health information systems. HST’s mission is grounded in integrity, accountability, and evidence-based action to ensure that all communities benefit from equitable and sustainable healthcare services.
Position Overview
The Health Systems Trust seeks to appoint 35 (thirty-five) Data Capturers to support the National Department of Health’s Global Fund Tuberculosis (TB) Project in the eThekwini District. These positions will form part of the Digital X-Ray Programme team, responsible for capturing, verifying, and reporting TB-related data from community and facility-based screening activities.
The Data Capturers will play a crucial role in ensuring data accuracy and completeness, supporting effective TB monitoring, and enabling better patient care through reliable health information management.
This is a fixed-term contract position that may be renewed based on the continuation of project funding.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture, record, and verify all TB screening data collected from community and health facility activities.
- Ensure timely submission of daily, weekly, and monthly reports to project supervisors and data managers.
- Generate summaries and data reports for management, monitoring, and reporting purposes.
- Support the Digital X-Ray team with accurate data entry, storage, and retrieval to maintain up-to-date patient records.
- Identify and report linkage referrals to facility staff responsible for patient tracking and tracing.
- Perform data quality checks, data cleaning, and verification to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, Department of Health staff, and other project stakeholders.
- Assist with general administrative duties, such as filing, documentation, and record-keeping.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities within the TB project.
The role requires consistent attention to detail, confidentiality, and a commitment to maintaining high data integrity standards.
Key Competencies and Attributes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Basic understanding of English and local languages.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and make sound decisions.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to customer service and results-driven performance.
- Strong organisational and data management capabilities.
Minimum Education and Qualifications
- Matriculation Certificate (Grade 12) is required.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in information management, health sciences, or administration will be an added advantage.
- Training and/or experience with TIER.Net software is essential.
- Knowledge of District Health Information System (DHIS) or similar health data platforms is advantageous.
Experience Required
- At least two (2) years of experience in data capturing and reporting.
- Demonstrated experience in recording and reporting TB and HIV programme data.
- Familiarity with health sector monitoring and evaluation systems.
- Experience working in donor-funded projects (such as the Global Fund) will be an asset.
Remuneration
This position offers a Total Cost to Company (TCTC) salary package in line with Global Fund requirements, ranging between R222,703 and R279,385.67 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
Application Process
Applicants should ensure that:
- The online application is completed in full.
- A comprehensive CV is uploaded, saved with the applicant’s name and surname as the file name.
- All required information and documents are accurately submitted before the closing date (31 October 2025 at 16h30).
Please note:
- Email applications will not be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and ID documents.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you have not heard from HST within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- HST reserves the right not to fill these positions.
Employment Equity and Privacy Compliance
Health Systems Trust is committed to diversity, inclusion, and employment equity in line with its organisational values. Preference may be given to suitably qualified Indian males, Indian females, and persons with disabilities, in accordance with HST’s Employment Equity Plan.
All personal information collected during the recruitment process will be handled lawfully and securely under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Data will only be used for legitimate recruitment and verification purposes.
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Summary
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s public health system by supporting TB monitoring and care in the eThekwini District. As a Data Capturer with Health Systems Trust, you will help ensure that vital health data is accurate, timely, and reliable — strengthening the country’s fight against tuberculosis.
If you are organised, analytical, and passionate about making a positive impact on community health, we encourage you to apply for the Data Capturer X35 positions before the closing date.
Interested candidates must submit their applications online via the official HST Careers Portal:
https://careers.hst.org.za/application/3360/new
