Peer Educator at TB HIV Care

Purpose of the position:

• To conduct out-reach activities in the sex worker community by providing current accurate health information, mobilisation of SWs to the mobile unit and linkage to care

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 10 
• Accredited or recognised counselling certificate
• Minimum 2 years’ work experience in the sex industry or experience as a peer educator
• Fluent in English and other languages

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Identify SW hotspots for mobilisation
• Educate sex workers on risk reduction and prevention interventions
• Conduct outreach programmes to provide male and female condom demonstration
• Link sex workers to access health services inclusive of HIV Testing Services
• Assist team in follow-up of referral of all new cases
• Successfully refer SW to mobile health services
• Assist clients with appropriate referrals for other issues related to psychosocial
• Maintain relations with key stakeholders
• Provide support and encouragement to SWs

Skills and Competencies    

• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Planning and organising
• Initiative

Closing Date    
2024/06/09