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Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

The Muscular Dystrophy Research Foundation of South Africa was founded in 1974. Today the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa (MDFSA) is a registered non-profit organization consisting of a national office and three branches (Gauteng, Cape Town and KZN) which operate in the nine provinces of South Africa.

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  • www.mdsa.org.za

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Working Days
  • Monday9AM - 5PM
  • Tuesday9AM - 5PM
  • Wednesday9AM - 5PM
  • Thursday9AM - 5PM
  • Friday9AM - 5PM
  • Saturday9AM - 5PM
  • SundayClose
About Company

Our Goals

 

The Foundation’s role within social integration, support services, awareness programmes and Muscular Dystrophy diagnostic research support is to:

 

  • Assist affected persons and their families by providing information, support, and referrals to genetic counselling and health facilities.
  • Support affected people with specialised assistive equipment.
  • Create public awareness on muscular dystrophy issues and disability.
  • Strive for the recognition and protection of the rights of people affected by muscular dystrophy as a disability.
  • Support and promote diagnostic research into the causes and treatment of muscular dystrophy.
  • Generate funds to support and sustain our work.
  • Collaborate and communicate on a national, provincial, international, governmental, and non-governmental basis on policy matters relating to all aspects of muscular dystrophy.
  • Assist individuals to form self help and support groups.
  • We also strive to keep our members updated via the MDF website and MDF magazine.

 

Programmes and Services

 

Social Integration and Support Services: 

 

Our role is to support people affected by Muscular Dystrophy and their families by:

 

  • Offering comprehensive medical information and regular news updates
  • Providing referrals to neurologists, professional counsellors, and specialised health services 
  • Assisting with specialised disability equipment
  • Facilitating contact to support groups 
  • Providing emotional support
  • Integration into mainstream society

Current Opening
Project Assistant

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • Cape Town, Western Cape

Employment Closing Date: 17 Feb, 2025
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Campaign & Marketing Specialist

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 31 Jan, 2025
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Vacancy: Researcher – Urban Land and Housing Policy, Design and Economics

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 03 Feb, 2025
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Senior Finance Officer

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 30 Jan, 2025
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Senior Campaigner

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 30 Jan, 2025
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Tender Administrator

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 25 Jan, 2025
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Proposal Writer

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 25 Jan, 2025
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP): TAURGF3.1−2024, Supply and Delivery of New Vehicles (Bakkies)

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Call for proposals Closing Date: 14 Feb, 2025
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP): TAURGF3.1−2024, Supply and Delivery of New Vehicles (Bakkies)

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Call for proposals Closing Date: 14 Feb, 2025
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Finance and Operations Manager (Ref: RDT014)

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 24 Jan, 2025
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Enrolled Nurse

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 21 Jan, 2025
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Title: Designing a separate fundraising vehicle for SANParks (linked to Kruger National Park as pilot)

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Call for proposals Closing Date: 14 Feb, 2025
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Multimedia Intern

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Internship Closing Date: 30 Jan, 2025
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Grants Assistant

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 14 Feb, 2025
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Finance and Administrative Assistant, USAID/Southern Africa Countering Wildlife Crime Activity

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • Pretoria, Gauteng

Employment Closing Date: 07 Feb, 2025
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Experienced Bookkeeper/ Financial Accountant

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 24 Jan, 2025
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Experienced Bookkeeper/ Financial Accountant

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 24 Jan, 2025
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ATTORNEY

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 26 Jan, 2025
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Western Cape Programme Officer

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 26 Jan, 2025
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Bookkeeper/ Financial Accountant

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 24 Jan, 2025
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Energy Sector Planning Advisor

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 31 Jan, 2025
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Child and Youth Care Worker (male)

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 26 Jan, 2025
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Experienced Bookkeeper/ Financial Accountant

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 24 Jan, 2025
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Deputy Executive Director

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 28 Jan, 2025
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: Rural Nature Positive Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) and Entrepreneurship Development Programme

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Call for proposals Closing Date: 22 Jan, 2025
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Experienced Bookkeeper/ Financial Accountant

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 24 Jan, 2025
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Call for Applications: Rise Up Launches Leadership & Advocacy Program in South Africa

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Call for proposals Closing Date: 04 Feb, 2025
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Project manager for a data, design, and communication agency

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 30 Jan, 2025
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Senior Financial and Shared Services Manager

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 25 Jan, 2025
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Project Manager Limpopo – Mopane East and West

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa

  • South Africa

Employment Closing Date: 25 Jan, 2025
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