Ref: 02/041/PO/2018
CHS is currently sourcing for high calibre, self-motivated and dynamic individuals to fill three openings for the position of Program Officer.
Overall Job Function
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Program Officer will be responsible for the implementation of project activities to ensure increased identification and improved viral suppression among adolescents living with HIV in Siaya.
Responsibilities
- In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education, the Program Officer will come up with age-appropriate messages for pupils while ensuring consent from guardians
- Ensure tailor-made counselling of pupils and well as students in high school using peer mentors and approved counsellors to improve testing
- Ensure sensitization of parents, teachers and school heads to get buy-in and acceptance of the program within Siaya
- Support adolescents struggling with adherence through Operation Triple Zero (OTZ) clubs as well as mobile adolescent adherence platforms
- Monitor adolescents with mental health challenges and support in connecting them to care and treatment as well as adherence
- Use technology to develop innovative school screening and enhanced peer mentorship models in Siaya
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent
- Minimum of three years working experience
- Familiarity with the Kenyan health system
- Familiarity with HIV community programs including peer education
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