Peer Coordinator_ Mpumalanga

TB HIV Care; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit health organization in eMalahleni seeks a Peer Educator Coordinator to oversee outreach programs for people who inject drugs. Responsibilities include coordinating peer educators, conducting outreach, and engaging with the community. Candidates should have a high school education, communication skills, and proficiency in multiple languages. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact community health directly.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in isiXhosa/English and another South African language.
• Valid code 8 drivers license.
• Clear criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate peers working on outreach programmes.
• Conduct outreach activities with the mobile unit.
• Adhere to all relevant standard operating procedures.
• Engage with PWID community through meetings.
• Assist in organising support meetings as directed.
• Support project advocacy initiatives.

Skills

Ability to write a report

Ability to listen and help

Effective communication

Non-judgemental and trustworthy

Conflict management

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of Internet software

Reporting and statistics

Education

High school education

One-month related training

Job description

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 :

To coordinate peer educators in providing a comprehensive mobile and fixed site wellness service, primarily to people who inject drugs (PWID). This involves ensuring that peer educator work schedules are organised, monitoring peer performance of duties, and ensuring that peer reporting is consistent.

Minimum Requirements

• High school education
• One‑month related training
• Previous experience as a peer educator or outreach worker
• Proficiency in isiXhosa / English and another South African language
• Valid code 8 drivers license
• Clear criminal record

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate peers working on outreach programmes and at the drop‑in centre (DIC), under supervision of the PWID Project Coordinator
• Conduct outreach activities with the mobile unit
• Adhere to all relevant standard operating procedures, policies, and standards
• Engage with PWID community, including attendance of and participation in community advisory group (CAG) meetings
• Participate and assist in organising in PWID / PWUD support meetings, community advisory group meetings and structures as directed by PNC and project coordinator
• Support project advocacy initiatives

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to write a report
• Ability to listen and help people see the best solution for their own health
• Ability to communicate effectively with a team
• Non‑judgemental, trustworthy and empathic.
• Good communication, conflict management and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of Internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software
• Reporting and statistics