Peer Educator – AYP: OR Tambo
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within, wherever possible. We will ensure that we accommodate internal candidates, however to maintain a competitive advantage and to recruit best talent is also important for the organisation.
If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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| Closing Date | 2026/03/03 |
| Reference Number | TBH260227-1 |
| Job Title | Peer Educator – AYP: OR Tambo |
| Department | Counselling & Testing |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Location – Clinic or Facility | OR Tambo |
| Location – Town / City | OR Tambo |
| Location – Province | Eastern Cape |
| Location – Country | South Africa |
| 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. |
Purpose of the position:
The peer educator should focus on directly supporting HIV testing services, including community and facility-based testing, as well as the integration of supportive services such as pre- and post-test counselling, offering PrEP and PEP, linkage to treatment, viral load suppression and re-entry into care.
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| Minimum Requirements | Grade 12/ NCVMust be between the ages of 20 – 35 yearsAccredited/Recognised 10 Days HIV counselling certificatesCertified to conduct finger prick testingOne (1) years’ related experience and/or trainingAbility to communicate in English and isiXhosa languagesDriver’s license would be advantageous and own transportResiding within the districtKnowledge and experience in a DREAMS or related programme would be advantageous |
| Duties and Responsibilities | Conduct mapping, with the guidance of the Nurse clinician and enrolled nurse, to identify hots spots to mobilize most at risk populations.Draw on knowledge of the target community to identify Community –Based Organizations, youth structures, youth ambassadors and Community Health Workers to support the mobilization efforts.Conduct pre-screening to identify individuals at high risk of HIV and link to careTreatment literacy including PrEP, and adherence and disclosure via psychosocial support including:One-on-one counselling/consultation sessionGroup setting counselling sessions e.g., youth care clubs, caregiver support groupsHealth talks to create demand for adherence/ psychosocial and disclosure services |
| Skills and Competencies | Excellent communication skillsAttention to detailComputer literacy and IT skillsProblem-solvingStakeholder managementExcellent organisational and administration skills |
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within, wherever possible. We will ensure that we accommodate internal candidates, however to maintain a competitive advantage and to recruit best talent is also important for the organisation.
If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
