Health Systems Trust is expanding its digital TB data capacity in the eThekwini District, KwaZulu-Natal, and has opened 35 fixed term Data Capturer posts. These roles sit inside the Digital X Ray Programme Team and focus on high quality data capture, validation, and reporting to strengthen patient linkage to care and program management. Below is a clean, research styled brief covering responsibilities, eligibility, salary, timelines, and how to apply before the deadline.
Health Systems Trust Hiring Snapshot summary
Field |
Information |
|---|---|
Hiring organisation |
Health Systems Trust |
Project |
National Department of Health Global Fund TB Project |
Location |
eThekwini District, KwaZulu-Natal |
Positions |
35 Data Capturers |
Contract |
Fixed term, renewable subject to funding |
Salary range |
R222,703 to R279,385.67 Total Cost to Company |
Core systems |
TIER.Net, DHIS, program reporting tools |
Closing date |
31 October 2025 at 16h30 |
Official website |
About Health Systems Trust
Health Systems Trust is a South African non profit that partners with the public health sector to improve access, quality, and efficiency of care. The organisation supports data driven decision making, surveillance, and monitoring and evaluation functions that help facilities and districts meet treatment and prevention targets. Within the Global Fund framework, HST teams strengthen TB and HIV program performance through digital tools, training, and continuous data quality improvement.
Role purpose and placement
Data Capturers will serve as core members of the Digital X Ray Programme Team. The work centers on accurate capture of TB screening and diagnostic outputs, verification against source documents, daily to monthly reporting, and close coordination with facility staff responsible for patient tracking and tracing. By maintaining clean and timely data, the posts enable faster clinical follow up, better stock and resource planning, and reliable performance dashboards for managers.
Key responsibilities
- Capture, validate, and update TB screening and diagnostic data from facility and community outreach activities
- Enter information into TIER.Net and other designated repositories with routine cross checks for accuracy and completeness
- Reconcile registers, digital exports, and patient lists to resolve duplicates, gaps, and mismatches
- Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports aligned to the project monitoring and evaluation framework
- Flag exceptions such as missing results, overdue follow up, or unlinked referrals and coordinate resolution with facility teams
- Maintain orderly filing systems for source documents, consent forms, and referral records in line with POPIA
- Support ad hoc data clean up cycles, indicator reviews, and internal data quality audits
- Provide basic user feedback on forms and workflows to improve efficiency and data integrity
Data systems and tools
- TIER.Net for patient level TB program data
- DHIS for aggregate reporting and routine indicators
- Spreadsheet tools for validation and reconciliation
- Facility registers and electronic exports for source verification
- Secure shared folders and ticket logs for issue tracking
Candidate attributes
- Strong attention to detail and a results oriented mindset
- Clear written and verbal communication for facility coordination
- Ability to handle confidential information with sound judgment
- Team player who can work across multidisciplinary groups
- Community engagement awareness and familiarity with local languages is an advantage
Education and qualifications
- Matric certificate required
- Tertiary qualification in health information systems, public health, data analytics, or related field is an advantage
- Formal training on TIER.Net is required
- Previous experience in TB or HIV program data environments is preferred
Experience requirements
- Minimum two years of data capture and reporting experience, ideally in public health or donor funded programs
- Demonstrated use of TIER.Net and DHIS
- Exposure to TB and HIV indicators, registers, and patient pathways
- Experience within Global Fund or similar grant environments is advantageous
Remuneration
The Total Cost to Company salary range is R222,703 to R279,385.67, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The package aligns to Global Fund requirements and HST policies.
Application process
- Prepare documents
- Comprehensive CV reflecting systems experience, TB or HIV data exposure, and contactable references
- Copies of qualifications and ID will be requested from shortlisted candidates
- Online submission
- Apply through HST Careers on the official website
- Name the CV file with your first name and surname as requested
- Email submissions are not accepted
- Assessment
- Shortlisted candidates may undergo technical exercises in TIER.Net data validation and spreadsheet reconciliation
- Reference and credential verification will be completed prior to appointment
- Deadline
- Applications close 31 October 2025 at 16h30
- Late submissions will not be considered
Compliance and safeguarding
All personal information is processed under POPIA requirements. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within 30 days after the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful. HST reserves the right not to fill the posts.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
HST follows an Employment Equity Plan and encourages applications from Indian males, Indian females, and persons with disabilities who meet the criteria. The organisation values diverse perspectives and equitable access to opportunities.
Practical tips to strengthen your application
- Highlight specific TIER.Net functions you have used such as patient merging, cohort reporting, and tracing lists
- Provide examples of data quality issues you identified and resolved, with the approach and outcome
- Indicate your experience with registers, CSV imports or exports, and reconciliation against source documents
- Note any prior involvement in Global Fund reporting cycles, validation rules, or data audit findings
- Mention language proficiency and district familiarity that supports facility engagement
Key dates
- Applications open: current
- Applications close: 31 October 2025 at 16h30
- Shortlisting and assessments: rolling after the closing date, subject to project timelines
Frequently asked questions
1) Can I apply if I do not have TIER.Net experience
TIER.Net training is required for these posts. Applicants who can evidence recent TIER.Net use in TB or HIV programs will be most competitive.
2) Is the contract renewable
Contracts are fixed term and may be renewed subject to performance, project needs, and continued funding.
3) Are these facility based or office based roles
Posts are primarily facility facing within eThekwini, with travel between facilities and occasional community outreach support.
4) What working hours should I expect
Standard working hours apply, with occasional extended hours during data clean up cycles or reporting deadlines.
5) Can I submit by email
No. Only online applications through HST Careers will be considered.
6) What if I am shortlisted
Be prepared to provide certified copies of qualifications and ID, complete reference checks, and undertake a practical data exercise.
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