Community HIV Prevention Officers at IntraHealth International

Summary of Role

Working under the HIV Prevention Manager, the Prevention Officer will ensure quality HIV testing and counselling and support for adherence and psychosocial activities 

Essential Functions

• Ensure provision of quality HTC services in line with National protocols and guidelines
• Ensure 100% linkage for HIV positive clients to HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment
• Establish and support psychosocial support groups
• Supervise peer educators and HTC officers
• Streamline appointment and defaulter tracing systems
• Support retention strategies in facilities
• Ensure treatment literacy is provided to enrolled clients
• Quality mentorship and supportive supervision to MoH staff

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine/ Nursing  
• Experience in HIV programming specifically in running HIV prevention programs for at least 3 years
• Psychological counselling training will be an added advantage