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MANANANA RUTH KEKANA
Senior TB/HIV Programme Manager
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Senior TB/HIV Programme Manager with 15+ years of experience spanning clinical care, programme implementation, and public health leadership. Proven track record in managing CDC-funded programmes, strengthening district health systems, and improving TB/HIV outcomes through data-driven strategies. Highly skilled in monitoring & evaluation (M&E), quality improvement (QI), stakeholder engagement, and capacity building across government and NGO sectors.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
6
6
Languages
Work History
Senior Program Manager: TB/HIV
Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute
01.2022 - Current
- Lead implementation of integrated TB/HIV programmes across the district, aligning activities with CDC and Department of Health priorities
- Provide strategic direction to district TB managers, strengthening programme performance and service delivery
- Oversee development and execution of district workplans, ensuring alignment with District Implementation Plans (DIPs)
- Conduct routine site visits to monitor programme implementation, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions
- Strengthen programme performance through continuous review of M&E data and application of evidence-based interventions
- Support development of SOPs, technical guidelines, and best practice documentation
- Facilitate monthly performance review meetings with stakeholders to track progress and improve outcomes
- Supervise and mentor programme managers, including performance management and capacity development
District TB/HIV Program Manager
Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Managed TB/HIV programme implementation at district level, ensuring achievement of key performance indicators
- Built and maintained strong partnerships with Department of Health, CDC, and other stakeholders
- Led data-driven programme improvements through routine analysis of TB/HIV indicators
- Ensured accurate and timely reporting of programme data to internal and external stakeholders
- Represented the TB programme in district forums, technical working groups, and stakeholder engagements
- Supported development of monitoring reports and contributed to district health planning processes
- Identified programme gaps and implemented targeted improvement plans
Clinical Mentor
Foundation for Professional Development
01.2008 - 01.2017
- Provided clinical mentorship to healthcare workers on TB, HIV, STI, and PMTCT guidelines
- Strengthened facility-level implementation of national TB/HIV policies and 90-90-90 targets
- Supported ART initiation and management of HIV/TB co-infected patients
- Conducted training sessions and on-site coaching based on facility needs
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery in primary healthcare settings
- Monitored clinical performance, reviewed patient records, and provided feedback to staff
- Produced detailed reports and tracked facility performance indicators
Professional Nurse / Midwife
Tembisa Provincial Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Managed labour and delivery, including high-risk pregnancies and obstetric emergencies
- Provided comprehensive maternal and neonatal care
- Supervised junior staff and delegated clinical duties
- Ensured availability of medical supplies and maintained unit standards
- Trained and oriented new staff members
Education
Higher Certificate in Management -
Foundation for Professional Development
01-2011
Diploma in Nursing - Community, Psychiatry, Midwifery
Limpopo College of Nursing
01-2008
Skills
TB and HIV program oversight
Performance assessment and analysis
Quality Improvement (QI)
CDC/PEPFAR Programme Implementation
Analytical reporting skills
Strategic implementation planning
Project coordination
Training and mentoring
Problem-solving skills
Relationship management
Decision-making
Detail-oriented approach
Affiliations
- South African HIV Clinicians’ Society
- TB Think Tank
- Gauteng Department of Health – Advanced Clinical Care Technical Working Group
- South African Nursing Council
Certification
Program Head Award- Certificate of Recognition for the TB Team for their contribution in program implementation
Interests
Travel
Documentaries
Timeline
Contributed to the development of the South African National TB Programme's Strategic Plan 2023-2028
09-2023
Program Head Award- Certificate of Recognition for the TB Team for their contribution in program implementation
08-2023
Senior Program Manager: TB/HIV
Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute
01.2022 - Current
District TB/HIV Program Manager
Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute
01.2017 - 01.2021
Clinical Mentor
Foundation for Professional Development
01.2008 - 01.2017
Professional Nurse / Midwife
Tembisa Provincial Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
Diploma in Nursing - Community, Psychiatry, Midwifery
Limpopo College of Nursing
Higher Certificate in Management -
Foundation for Professional Development
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Extensive experience working within district health systems
- Strong expertise in TB/HIV integration and programme scale-up
- Experienced in stakeholder coordination across government and donor-funded programmes