Ntombizodwa Refilwe Thekiso

Ntombizodwa Refilwe Thekiso is a highly experienced psychosocial and project management professional with over 15 years of expertise in community health programs, counselling, and leadership across the NGO and public health sectors. She holds a BA Honours in Social Behavioural Studies (HIV-AIDS) and a BA in Health Science and Social Services (Psychological Counselling). Her work focuses on supporting vulnerable populations—particularly children, adolescents, and young adults—through tailored counselling, psychosocial support, and wellness programs. Fluent in multiple areas of public health, she is skilled in stakeholder engagement, program implementation, and quality improvement initiatives.

Refilwe has served in senior roles at ANOVA Health Institute and HIVSA, where she led large-scale projects including the COVID-19 Vaccine Program, HIV testing services, and psychosocial support programs. She is experienced in project design, monitoring and evaluation, training and mentorship, and building partnerships across sectors. Her core strengths include data-driven program management, counselling, mentorship, financial oversight, and community development, making her a versatile professional committed to improving public health outcomes and empowering communities.