Peer Coordinator_Cape Town

at  TB HIV Care

JOB ADVERT SUMMARY

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly-evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school education
• +One-month related training
• Previous experience as a peer educator or outreach worker
• Proficiency in isiXhosa/ English and another South African language
• Valid code 8 drivers license
• Clear criminal record

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To coordinate peer educators in providing a comprehensive mobile and fixed site wellness service, primarily to people who inject drugs (PWID). This involves ensuring that peer educator work schedules are organized, monitoring peer performance of duties, and ensuring that peer reporting is consistent.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate peers working on outreach programmes and at the drop-in centre (DIC), under supervision of the PWID Project Coordinator
• Conduct outreach activities with the mobile unit
• Adhere to all relevant standard operating procedures, policies, and standards
• Engage with PWID community, including attendance of and participation in community advisory group (CAG) meetings
• Participate and assist in organising in PWID/PWUD support meetings, community advisory group meetings and structures as directed by PNC and project coordinator
• Support project advocacy initiatives