Team Lead (Medical Donor Assessment & Coordination)

SUMMARY:
Looking for a leadership role that combines healthcare, people management, and genuinely meaningful work?

Join an international non-profit organisation working in the healthcare sector, supporting patients and donors through specialised medical processes. The South African operation forms part of a global network, collaborating with medical professionals and international teams to ensure accurate, efficient, and compassionate service delivery.

POSITION INFO:
This hands-on leadership role involves managing a small team responsible for coordinating donor medical assessments, verifying medical suitability, and ensuring that cases progress efficiently through the relevant healthcare processes. A key summary of the role is outlined below. A more comprehensive job specification with full details is available after initial contact and a successful CV review. What you'll be doing Lead, motivate, coach, and develop a team of three, managing performance and daily priorities. Oversee donor assessment and medical eligibility processes, ensuring cases are handled accurately and efficiently. Coordinate operational activities, including medical documentation, logistics, shipping, and export permits. Support operational planning, departmental projects, and service improvements. Monitor budgets, KPIs, and team performance, identifying opportunities for improvement. Maintain high standards of data accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with relevant healthcare regulations. Build strong relationships with laboratories, medical professionals, and local and international teams. Remain actively involved in operational cases when needed. What you'll need A relevant degree (BSc or similar). At least five years' experience in a comparable role, preferably in healthcare management or a related field. A minimum of two years' leadership experience. Practical experience in specialised medical processes, donor assessment, or a related healthcare environment. Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to non-specialists. Confidence using MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. A collaborative, detail-oriented approach with sound judgement and discretion. Willingness to travel internationally occasionally. Experience in the NGO or medical aid sector would be advantageous. Why consider this opportunity? Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives. Lead a specialist team while remaining involved in day-to-day operations. Collaborate with international colleagues and healthcare professionals. Work in a growing, fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. Salary If you're confident that you fit the role, let's chat! The salary is open for discussion. It will be market related based on qualifications, skills, and experience.