Assistant Officer: Program Coordinator at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Support the Student Wellness and Advocacy Office (SWAO) in implementing the Health and Wellness programs.
• Coordinate Health and Wellness activities/awareness campaigns.
• Perform functions as assigned by the SWAO manager.
• Keep a record of procured goods or items and monthly reporting on available stock.
• Handle office administration, including but not limited to filling orders, attending general inquiries, and booking of venues and procurement of SWAO equipment and materials.
• Diary planning for the Student Wellness and Advocacy Office.
• Responsible for meeting administration.
• Receive quests and arrange functions where necessary.
• Coordinate training of peer educators.
• Data capturing, analysis, and writing reports.
• Report faults and general maintenance matters and follow-up.
• Travel to other UFS campuses (South Campus and Bloemfontein) as required to assist with SWAO activities.

Inherent requirements:

• Grade 12 or national vocational certificate on NQF Level 4 (attach a copy).
• A valid driver’s licence (attach a copy).

Recommendations:

• One (1) year’s relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.
• Speak English fluently (ability to understand, read and write English).
• Competency in an additional African Language.
• Reside in Qwaqwa or the surrounding area.
• Exposure in the Health Care and Higher Education environment.
• Experience with maintaining strict confidentiality of patient records in line with ethical standards.
• Experience of university systems, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in facilitating dialogues on the following topics : HIV/AIDS & Sexual Reproductive health, GBV, Substance abuse ,Mental Health and Gender Diversity.
• Knowledge or exposure on coordination of Peer-to Peer activities.