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TEKANO advances health equity through building the capacity of visionary, values-based change-makers to advocate for health equity in South Africa. This is delivered through a team of individuals sharing two critical traits:

Individuals who are committed to social justice, evidenced by sustained involvement in activities that have challenged unfair social, economic, cultural, environmental, and political structures and systems that undermine health equity.

Individuals who want to continually expand their capacity to create the results they truly desire in an environment driven by continuous collaborative learning and improvement at all levels in the organisation.

 TEKANO Open Positions

 

Terms of Reference (ToR): Digital Library Consultant

Organisation: Tekano Health Equity

Contract Type: 4-month short-term consultancy (not a Tekano employee)

Location: Remote, with availability for in-person engagements or on-site work as required.

Closing Date: 20 July 2026

About Tekano

Tekano is a social justice organisation that advances health equity and transformative leadership in South Africa. Through collaborative action, thought leadership, and a growing network of changemakers, Tekano works to shift systems and narratives that perpetuate inequality and injustice.

Purpose of the Consultancy

Tekano is seeking a highly skilled Digital Library Consultant to support our dynamic team in Cape Town. The Consultant will support with editing, designing, organising, and implementing a comprehensive digital archive of Tekano’s images and video content. The library will serve as a central, accessible, and well-curated repository of visual materials for storytelling, institutional memory, and knowledge sharing.

Key Responsibilities:
  • The consultant will:
    3.1 Audit and Organise Existing Content:
    • Review and categorise Tekano’s existing photo and video library.
    • Develop a clear, intuitive folder structure and metadata framework for SharePoint, Getty Images Media Manager, or a similar platform.
    • Ensure accurate tagging, file naming, and description conventions to facilitate easy retrieval.

    3.2 Curation and Editing of Images:

    • Select, edit, and enhance high-quality images and videos.
    • Apply consistent visual standards (e.g., lighting, tone, colour balance, and aspect ratio).
    • Archive legacy materials (including videos) while identifying content suitable for public or internal use.

    3.3 System Setup and Integration:

    • Support the setup of Tekano’s digital archive system on Microsoft SharePoint or similar CMS.
    • Ensure functionality for easy search, access, and long-term storage.
    • Propose and implement a workflow for regular updates and maintenance.

    3.4 Guidelines and Handover:

    • Develop a Digital Library Style and Use Guide outlining categorisation logic, access permissions, and visual consistency principles.
    • Train Tekano’s team on managing and updating the library.

Deliverables:

• Edited and curated image and video digital library with archival functionality, structured, searchable, and aligned with Tekano's visual identity on SharePoint, Getty Images Media Manager, or a similar platform.
• Metadata and file-naming framework.
• Digital Library Style and Use Guide.
• Brief training session and handover documentation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Degree or diploma in Visual Arts, Media Studies, Digital Archiving, or related field.
  • Proven experience in digital asset management, archiving, or content organisation systems (e.g., Getty Images Media Manager, SharePoint, Google Drive, DAM tools).
  • Strong skills in image editing (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Canva, or equivalent).
  • Understanding of metadata standards, copyright, and digital preservation principles.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and ability to work independently.
  • A strong visual storytelling sense and commitment to ethical representation.
  • Portfolio demonstrating visual judgement and previous work with archives or digital libraries.
Duration and Level of Effort:

The consultancy is expected to run for an initial period of four months, with a defined set of deliverables and a timeline to be agreed upon with Tekano.

Reporting and Supervision:

The consultant will report to the Communications and Knowledge Management Lead, with oversight from the Operations and Digital Transformation teams.

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Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit:
• A short proposal outlining their understanding of the assignment and proposed approach.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Portfolio or sample of relevant work.
• Quotation / professional fee structure.
Applications should be sent to comms@tekano.org.za with the subject line: Digital Library Consultant by 20 July 2026.

Governance Lead

TEKANO is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Governance Lead to join our dynamic team in Cape Town. Reporting directly to the CEO, this key role will oversee corporate governance processes, Board and Committee management, stakeholder engagement, and compliance functions within TEKANO. The successful candidate will ensure that TEKANO operates with the highest standards of governance, transparency, and efficiency, contributing directly to the organisation’s mission of advancing health equity in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

 

    • Procurement Administration: Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders, review procurement documents for accuracy and completeness, and ensure procurement requests are properly authorised before processing.
    • Supplier Documentation: Maintain accurate supplier records, follow up on outstanding supplier documents, and support supplier onboarding in line with TEKANO’s procurement procedures.
    • Quotation and Tender Support: Assist with obtaining quotations, preparing quotation comparison schedules, and supporting RFQ, RFP and tender administration.
    • Contract and Record Management: Maintain procurement files, supplier records, contract registers and audit-ready documentation, including tracking contract expiry dates and outstanding orders.
    • Reporting and Coordination: Support procurement tracking, spend summaries, supplier communication, procurement committee administration and internal stakeholder updates.
    • Compliance Support: Ensure procurement documentation is complete, properly stored and aligned with internal policies, audit requirements and applicable donor or governance expectations.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Education: Certificate, Diploma or NQF Level 5/6 qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Finance Administration or a related field. CIPS qualification or studies towards CIPS will be advantageous.
  • Experience: 2 to 3 years’ relevant experience in procurement administration, supply chain support, supplier administration, finance administration or contract administration.
  • Environment: Experience in an NGO, donor-funded, public sector, compliance-driven or corporate environment will be advantageous.
  • Systems: Experience working with procurement systems, supplier databases, records management systems or large datasets will be advantageous.
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Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit the Tekano application form and their CV to recruitment@tekano.org.za by 25 April 2025. Applicants who do not submit the application form will not be considered.

Join TEKANO and contribute to shaping a healthier, more equitable future for South Africa through strong governance and strategic leadership!

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