Peer Education Coordinators The Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS) is a non-profit organization with its headquarters in Kisumu dedicated to improving reproductive health of men and women. NRHS has several research projects related to HIV prevention and reproductive health. It runs support groups for PLWHA and Key Populations, and is working with the Ministry of Health to scale up male circumcision for HIV prevention. NRHS will be undertaking research to assess HIV prevention, treatment and care among a key population in Kisumu. The specific study activities include HIV testing and counseling, care and treatment, behavioral assessments and promotion of adherence to treatment. NRHS seeks highly qualified candidates for the following position in the Anza Mapema Study Job Title: Peer Education Coordinators Location: Kisumu Reporting To: Project Coordinator Duties & Responsibilities: Coordinate all peer education and community outreach activities Act as the community liaison officers for the research project Coordinate linkages for MSM in the study Ensure follow ups on agreed activities/strategies. In conjunction with study team, develop and implement recruitment strategy for research study participants. Qualifications and Competencies Diploma-level qualification in social work and community development or related studies Minimum of 3 years relevant experience as a recruiter/tracer for a research study. Experience in outreach activities related to key populations Experience counseling and educating key populations in HIV/STI prevention, care and treatment Experience supervising others Detailed knowledge of Kisumu and environs and good community relations MSM friendly or member of key population Applications Should Include: Cover letter detailing current work, prior experience and qualifications including the areas described above, telephone and e-mail contact Current CV Names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at least 3 professional referees Apply via email to [email protected] with the job title Peer Education Coordinators on the subject line. Applications submitted on or before 31st January, 2015 will receive preference.
Posted on: Mon, 19 Jan 2015 05:37:39 +0000