Peer Educator at TB HIV Care

Purpose of the position:

The peer educator  will conduct mobilization and case management of beneficiaries of the HIV Prevention program and become an integral part of the entry point to the HIV Prevention program in a Non-Clinical site and/or community that links the community into care. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 / matric 
• 1-year related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• HIV Counselling certificates 
• Certified to conduct finger prick testing 
• Ability to communicate in English and isiZulu
• Computer literate in MS office 
• Clear criminal record

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Conducts mapping to identify hots spots to conduct mobilization and identifies CBOs /youth ambassadors 
• Conducts mobilizing by using all the mobilization strategies trained on and ensure that they meet their daily mobilization targets and record in the mobilization register 
• Provide virtual and face to face support according to the needs of the AGYW 
• Supports the team in assessing the needs of youth in relation to HIV prevention, linkage to care and adherence to treatment and implements effective case management strategies 
• Submits mobilization and case management tools weekly to peer coordinator
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and case management 

Skills and Competencies    

• Communication skills – verbal and written 
• Problem solving skills 
• Interpersonal skills 
• Dependability 
• Teamwork 
• Planning and organizing 
• Initiative

Closing Date: 15th, April 2022