Principle Health Officer II – Ministry of Health and Wellness
Job Description
EXTERNAL RE – ADVERTISEMENT
CIRCULAR NO. 1 of 2026
VACANCY: PRINCIPAL HEALTH OFFICER II (HIV TESTING PROGRAM) –
D3 SALARY SCALE
Responsible for ensuring implementation of innovative HIV Testing Service interventions such as Partner Notification, HIV self-testing in addition to supporting health worker mentoring, support and training.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development of work plans and District Specific Improvement plans
- Provide technical oversight and supervision of the HIV Testing Services activities and staff at Regional level
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with regional HIV testing focal person and other partners to improve program implementation
- Takes a lead role in implementation of the HIV Testing Services program in accordance with the Ministry’s regulations and requirements
- Assess the needs of the HIV Testing Services and work with relevant authorities to address them
Requirements
- Diploma/ Degree in Nursing, Public Health, and Health Education
- At least 8 years work experience in the field of HIV and AIDS
- Delivering Results and meeting customer needs
- Applying Expertise and Technology
- Analyzing
- Planning and Organizing
- Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
- Presenting and Communicating Information
Salary
P293,652 – P323, 748 per annum
How to Apply
Quote the number of the Vacancy Circular and provide: Full name, address and place of birth; CV; Certified copies of certificates; Minimum of two current references (not more than 6 months old); Certified copy of Omang; Date of first appointment; Present post and date of appointment. Applications should be addressed to: Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, P/Bag 0038, Gaborone OR Hand delivered to: Ministry of Health Headquarters, Records Management Unit, Office 1A16 (1st floor). Serving Public Officers must route applications through Heads of Departments. Closing date: 23rd January 2026, 1630 hours. For further info contact: 3632813/2801.
