Desmond Tutu Health Foundation

Desmond Tutu Health Foundation DTHF has established clinical research sites in under-resourced areas where people are at high risk of HIV infection.

We are a registered non-profit bridging rigorous academic research with community development to find innovative solutions in the prevention and treatment of HIV and related infections. Pairing internationally acclaimed research with community-driven development programmes, the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation strives to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve while contributing

to local and national health policy. With the cooperation of community leaders we provide opportunities for residents to assist us in research studies and programmes. Our research includes a range of HIV prevention modalities, vaccine candidates, treatment delivery and adherence, clinical trials, ground-breaking new drugs, and innovative technologies to address tuberculosis transmission. In addition to biomedical research, a socio-behavioural division seeks to understand the complex drivers affecting individual health-seeking behaviour. Adolescents are of particular concern, as well as key populations – le***an, gay, bis*xual, transgender, inters*x, q***r (LGBTIQ), s*x workers and men who have s*x with men. A fleet of five mobile units assist in taking a wellness package, including HIV testing, to these hard-to-reach groups who tend to avoid conventional clinics. The DTHF research, clinical and community outreach staff share a common purpose to lessen the impact of the HIV epidemic on individuals, families and communities through innovation and collaboration.

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is seeking a Clinical Project Manager to coordinate and oversee a major HIV Vaccine T...
15/05/2026

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is seeking a Clinical Project Manager to coordinate and oversee a major HIV Vaccine Trial Programme implemented across DTHF and partner clinical research sites in South Africa.

We are looking for a candidate with experience in clinical trial management, HIV prevention or vaccine research, stakeholder coordination, and scientific reporting.

📍 Based at our Head Office in Woodstock, Cape Town
📄 Two-year fixed-term contract

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful HIV prevention research while working alongside multidisciplinary teams dedicated to improving health outcomes in Southern Africa.

Please share this opportunity within your networks.
https://bit.ly/4uV4IRH

Looking for gender-affirming care services in Cape Town? 🌈The DTHF LGBT+ Health Division has created two downloadable in...
15/05/2026

Looking for gender-affirming care services in Cape Town? 🌈

The DTHF LGBT+ Health Division has created two downloadable info sheets to help clients and healthcare providers navigate available public, private, and NGO services following recent changes in funding and service provision.

Find the resources on our website and help share affirming care pathways with those who need them. https://bit.ly/4dUsS9x

Drawing on 15 years of experience in HIV prevention research, Desmond Tutu Health Foundation's Katherine Gill reflects ...
14/05/2026

Drawing on 15 years of experience in HIV prevention research, Desmond Tutu Health Foundation's Katherine Gill reflects on 9 key lessons that could help ensure the rollout of LEN reaches the people who need it most.

Read the full article by Katherine on Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism's website here: https://bit.ly/lenacapavir-rollout

We’re excited to be hosting Miriam Sabin, North American Senior Executive Editor at The Lancet, for a live session on Te...
04/05/2026

We’re excited to be hosting Miriam Sabin, North American Senior Executive Editor at The Lancet, for a live session on Teams.

She’ll unpack how recent US health policy changes are shaping global health research and journalism — and share insights from The Lancet’s North American Strategy, including how evidence can inform policy on issues like HIV programmes and global aid.

Plus, her insider “pep talk” on publishing in high-impact journals ✨

📅 21. May 2026
⏰ 2pm - 3pm (SAST)
📍 Live on Microsoft Teams -- https://bit.ly/4cobzeC

We’re excited to host Prof. Harsha Thirumurthy for our next DTHF Research Meeting ✨He’ll be unpacking how cash transfers...
28/04/2026

We’re excited to host Prof. Harsha Thirumurthy for our next DTHF Research Meeting ✨

He’ll be unpacking how cash transfers can improve population health, with insights from global research and real-world policy.

📅 05 May
⏰ 14:00–15:00 (SAST)
📍 Live on Teams: https://bit.ly/4vDoUsr

Don’t miss this one!

🎓✨ POSTDOC OPPORTUNITY ALERT ✨🎓Ready to take your research career to the next level?The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation i...
07/04/2026

🎓✨ POSTDOC OPPORTUNITY ALERT ✨🎓

Ready to take your research career to the next level?

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is offering 2 funded Post-Doctoral Scholarships — designed for early-career researchers who are ready to publish, grow, and lead.

💡 What you get:
• Up to R477,900 per year
• Up to 2 years funding
• Strong mentorship + structured support
• Real research. Real data. Real impact.

👩‍🔬 Who should apply:
• You’ve completed your PhD
• You’ve worked with data (qual, quant, or mixed)
• You’re serious about a research career

🗓 Deadline: 24 April 2026
🔗 Apply via link: tps://redcap.link/86e40fif

Big ideas need bold researchers. This could be your next chapter.

💙 We’re hiring: Enrolled Nurse! 💙Join the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation in Masiphumelele, Cape Town and be part of a te...
20/03/2026

💙 We’re hiring: Enrolled Nurse! 💙

Join the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation in Masiphumelele, Cape Town and be part of a team where care meets research 🩺✨

You’ll be supporting participants through their journey — from screening to follow-up — while delivering high-quality clinical care in a research setting.

🌿 Your role will include:
- Providing compassionate, participant-centred care
- Supporting HIV/STI testing & s*xual reproductive health services
- Assisting with clinical procedures (phlebotomy, observations)
- Keeping data accurate and clinic flow smooth
- Working closely with a dynamic research team

💡 If you are:
✔️ A registered Enrolled Nurse (SANC)
✔️ Passionate about working with young people
✔️ Detail-driven and love teamwork

…this could be your next step.

Apply now and help us deliver care that truly matters 💙
https://bit.ly/3NMh0M6

We’re hiring x2 Data Quality Officers! ✨Join the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation in Masiphumelele, Cape Town and help kee...
20/03/2026

We’re hiring x2 Data Quality Officers! ✨

Join the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation in Masiphumelele, Cape Town and help keep our research data sharp, clean, and audit-ready 🔬📊

🧩 You’ll be:
- Checking data in real time (no errors escape you 👀)
- Making sure everything meets GCP and is ALCOA+ compliant
- Tracking queries, fixing gaps, and keeping files spotless
- Supporting study teams and getting sites ready for audits

💡 If you love:
✔️ Detail
✔️ Data systems (REDCap / Medidata / DFExplore)
✔️ Problem-solving
✔️ Making sure everything is just right

…this role is calling your name 📣

📍 Masiphumelele (Fish Hoek)
📄 12-month contract

Apply now and be part of research that makes a real difference 💙
https://bit.ly/4cVxTyd

🩺✨ Calling all early-career doctors… this one’s for you.We’re looking for a Junior Medical Officer to join our Masiphume...
18/03/2026

🩺✨ Calling all early-career doctors… this one’s for you.

We’re looking for a Junior Medical Officer to join our Masiphumelele team for an 18-month adventure in clinical care + research impact.

Think:
🔬 Clinical trials
💙 Youth-focused care
🌍 Real community impact
📈 Serious career growth

If you’ve completed community service, have your HPCSA registration, and want to work where science meets purpose… you might just belong here.

📍 Masiphumelele, Cape Town
📅 Apply by 30 March 2026

Come do work that matters. The kind that stays with you.

Cape Town is hosting the 3rd African Workshop on Women & HIV this week 🌍🧬Researchers from the Desmond Tutu Health Founda...
10/03/2026

Cape Town is hosting the 3rd African Workshop on Women & HIV this week 🌍🧬

Researchers from the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation are sharing insights across the programme — from cardiometabolic health and prevention choices to maternal HIV care and changing global funding landscapes.

Featuring contributions from:
✨ Nomathemba Chandiwana
✨ Chantel Schreuder
✨ Elzette Rousseau
✨ Linda-Gail Bekker
✨ Dvora Joseph-Davey

Two days of discussion, data, and collaboration focused on improving HIV prevention, care, and outcomes for women across Africa.

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3 Woodlands Road, Woodstock
Cape Town
7915

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+27213012020

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