Field Officer (2 Positions) at North Star Alliance

Job Description

• Oversee outreach activities within the assigned project site in liaison with other team members.
• Determine the health and communication needs of the target populations and make recommendations for continuation of or change in services.
• Ensure achievement of targets for a number of truckers and sex workers reached (daily, monthly, quarterly and annually).
• Ensure that referrals and follow-ups are done in collaboration with service providers and partners/government and documented.
• Educate, coach and motivate Peer Educators/Mobilizers.
• Conduct monthly meetings with peer educators/mobilizers to identify challenges and troubleshoot.
• Conduct health education sessions targeting truckers and sex workers.
• Document/record activities including preparation of periodic reports.
• Establish contacts (linkages) with the government and other partners to leverage resources.
• Participate in program meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Education & Experience

• Diploma in Social Work
• Degree in Social Sciences
• At least 2 years of experience in outreach work
• Good communication skills
• Interpersonal skills to build rapport with community members
• Good listening skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good report writing skills
• Computer literacy
• Mobilization skills
• Facilitation skills
• Analytical skills
• Leadership skills