BANTU MFANA
Senior Programme Manager
Edenvale
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience in clinical service delivery, project coordination, and public health programme management. Seeking the Deputy Director role to leverage my expertise in project development, health technology management, and stakeholder collaboration within large-scale public-private initiatives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Communicable Disease Advisor
TB HIV Care
Pretoria
10.2024 - Current
- Spearhead implementation and monitoring of integrated health services for TB, HIV, and non-communicable diseases
- Conduct needs analysis and develop strategic briefs in collaboration with stakeholders
- Drive quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery across facilities
- Coordinate outbreak preparedness and risk mitigation strategies for all 243 correctional centres and remand detention facilities
- Provide technical support for programme planning, budgeting, and evaluation at national level
Programme Manager: Health Referral & Linkages
PACT SA
Pretoria
10.2020 - 09.2024
- Managed interdepartmental linkages between Health and Social Development sectors enabling acess to services for over 15000 opharns and vulnerable children
- Oversaw bi-directional referral systems across five provinces (GP, LP, NW, FS, KZN)
- Developed district work plans, budgets, and MOUs with provincial departments
- Directed staff work plans, technical support, and quality assurance systems
- Facilitated capacity building and sustainability for over 30 local CBOs and DSD offices across five provinces
Provincial Outreach Coordinator
Douglas Murray Trust
Gauteng
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Led activation of COVID-19 vaccination outreach sites across three provinces
- Managed provincial project implementation, inspections, and logistics
- Coordinated stakeholder engagements and provincial meetings
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
- Facilitated cross-departmental meetings to ensure alignment on outreach objectives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans for addressing community needs.
Regional Programme Coordinator
Shout-It-Now
Gauteng
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Led PrEP programme for AGYW across three districts
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement and reporting
- Implemented QI initiatives and ensured data-driven decision-making
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
TB HIV Care
Ekurhuleni
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Directed PrEP service delivery for high-risk AGYW populations
- Implemented referral systems and clinical stock control
- Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Addressed performance issues among nursing staff, lay counselors and demand generation teams through constructive feedback during evaluations or informal coaching sessions.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and implementation of best practices.
Research Nurse
Wits Health Consortium
Pretoria
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Conducted paediatric diagnostics and data entry using REDCap
- Managed lab testing and reporting
- Ensure early detection of HIV though birth PCR for new born babies
- Monitored maternal viral load and ensured linkage to care to achieve viral load suppression and to minimise vertical transmission of HIV
- Strengthened partnerships with community organizations that led to enhanced recruitment strategies and increased study enrollment.
- Provided health education to mothers to ensure improved health outcomes for their new babies
Clinical Nurse
SWEAT & AHF
Cape Town
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Established clinical services for key populations
- Developed policies, SOPs, and conducted HIV and chronic disease management
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
PROFESSIONAL NURSE COUNSELLOR/ VMMC QI NURSE
TB HIV Care
Western Cape
04.2016 - 07.2017
- Providing mentorship to the field staff.
- Coordinating community outreach Projects.
- Providing technical assistance in HIV testing, counseling, and health
screening. - Liaising with partner organizations and health institutions.
- Initiating and maintaining support groups.
- Establishing Community Advisory Group meetings.
- Providing healthcare services and counseling to key populations
(Sex Workers, Transgender and MSM) and collect specimen
samples for lab tests. - Ensuring successful linkage to care for all service users.
- Also worked in VMMC program.
- Managing VMMC Adverse Events (AEs) and QI initiatives.
Site Manager
Desmond Tutu TB Centre (HPTN-071)
Cape Town
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Managed clinical trial site; oversaw HR, procurement, and evaluation for the research site
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Monitored, coached, and supervised team of 22 employees.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, and procurement of new materials for the site.
- Resolved issues between employees and study participants using company policies.
VMMC QI Nurse / Professional Nurse
SACTWU Worker Health Program
Western Cape
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Mentored outreach teams, managed VMMC adverse events, and implemented QI initiatives
- Post-op wound care and continuous support where needed.
- Pre-and post-operative care during VMMC campaigns.
- Scrubbing during VMMC surgical procedures.
- Conducting post-op quality assurance at community level and DCS
(Department of Correctional Services). - Capacity strengthening for SACTWU VMMC staff and DoH staff on
VMMC adverse events.
Professional Nurse
New Somerset Hospital
Cape Town
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Delivered acute and chronic care; managed stock and mentored junior staff
- Promoted a safe and hygienic environment through diligent infection control practices.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues requiring intervention or further evaluation.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines while performing nursing duties, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely distribution.
- Educated patients on preventative measures for chronic illnesses, promoting positive lifestyle changes that contribute towards overall health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication.
- Implemented effective pain management strategies, optimizing patient comfort levels during their stay.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport with clientele.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide decision-making in patient care delivery.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks based on the urgency of patient needs.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining meticulous documentation and clear hand-over communication.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses and students, offering guidance and mentorship in clinical practice.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Artificial Intelligence for Leaders
Texas University
Austin, Texas 03.2025 - 07.2025
Postgraduate Diploma - HIV/AIDS Management
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa 01.2014 - 03.2015
Diploma in Nursing - General, Psychiatry, Midwifery & Community Nursing
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2009 - 12.2012
National Senior Certificate -
Ikamvalethu High School
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2003 - 12.2003
Skills
Health Technology Planning & Evaluation
Project Management
Clinical Technology & Facility Integration
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
PFMA & Treasury Regulation 16
Stakeholder Engagement & Liaison
Strategic Planning & Budgeting
Risk Assessment & Management
MS Word
MS Excel
undefinedCertification
Introduction to Project Management, University of Adelaide
Accomplishments
- Acting Deputy Project Director – 2024
- Technical Advisory Committee Member – CALHIV Programme (2023/24)
- PEPFAR Health Bilateral Office Technical Support Representative – 2023/24
- Successfully hosted AHF World AIDS Day (2017)
Timeline
Postgraduate Certificate - Artificial Intelligence for Leaders
Texas University
03.2025 - 07.2025
Communicable Disease Advisor
TB HIV Care
10.2024 - Current
Provincial Outreach Coordinator
Douglas Murray Trust
10.2021 - 03.2022
Programme Manager: Health Referral & Linkages
PACT SA
10.2020 - 09.2024
Regional Programme Coordinator
Shout-It-Now
10.2019 - 09.2020
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
TB HIV Care
09.2018 - 09.2019
Research Nurse
Wits Health Consortium
05.2018 - 09.2018
Clinical Nurse
SWEAT & AHF
08.2017 - 03.2018
PROFESSIONAL NURSE COUNSELLOR/ VMMC QI NURSE
TB HIV Care
04.2016 - 07.2017
Site Manager
Desmond Tutu TB Centre (HPTN-071)
04.2015 - 03.2016
Postgraduate Diploma - HIV/AIDS Management
Stellenbosch University
01.2014 - 03.2015
VMMC QI Nurse / Professional Nurse
SACTWU Worker Health Program
09.2013 - 03.2015
Professional Nurse
New Somerset Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2014
Diploma in Nursing - General, Psychiatry, Midwifery & Community Nursing
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
01.2009 - 12.2012
National Senior Certificate -
Ikamvalethu High School
01.2003 - 12.2003
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