Project Assistant HIV Prevention (Global Campaign-Advocacy, Campaigns and Research-HJI)

Aj Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking to hire a candidate to lead and manage HIV prevention initiatives focused on advocacy and public policy in Cape Town. This role demands comprehensive project coordination, significant advocacy experience, and knowledge of health rights and community engagement. Ideal candidates hold a degree in Public Health or a related field with at least five years of relevant experience. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and is contract-based for one year, making it an excellent opportunity for committed professionals dedicated to improving health outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience coordinating health-related projects, preferably in HIV.
• Understanding of South Africa's HIV epidemic and policy environment.
• Experience in health rights advocacy in HIV/AIDS/TB fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead HIV prevention initiatives and coordinate timelines and deliverables.
• Support advocacy strategies and prepare communication materials.
• Engage in local and national advocacy to improve access to services.

Skills

Coordination

Advocacy

Research

Policy expertise

Community Engagement

Education

Degree in Public Health

Degree in Social Science

Degree in Development Studies

Job description

Main purpose of the job : Lead and Manage HIV prevention initiatives with a strong focus on advocacy to influence public policy and expand access to prevention servicesType : One year Fixed Term ContractLocation : Cape Town (Hybrid working)Key performance areas : Co-ordinate existing HJI led HIV prevention initiatives, including timelines and deliverablesCoordinate campaign work and where needed, community engagementSupport HJI's advocacy strategies by contributing coordination, research, legal and policy expertise to projectsCoordinate and prepare communication materials (pamphlets, social media, radio, etc.)

to promote prevention strategies, policies and methodsTranslate relevant legislation, policies and protocols into advocacy tools such as fact sheets, op-eds, and infographicsEngage in local and national advocacy to improve access to HIV prevention servicesWork with campaign partners to develop policy briefs, submissions, and advocacy messages based on community evidence and rights-based frameworksBuild relationships with government departments (e.g., Department of Health, SANAC), and civil society networks here and abroadCoordinate timelines, deliverables, and administrative aspects of research and advocacy projectsWork with civil society coalitions, community-based organizations, academics, and international partners to promote equitable policy outcomesRepresent the HJI at forums, conferences, and workshops to build networks and promote collaboration (where required)Required minimum education and training : Degree in Public Health, Social Science, Development Studies, or related fieldRequired minimum work experience : 5 years experience coordinating health-related projects, preferably in HIVUnderstanding of South Africas HIV epidemic and policy environmentExperience working with human rights, legal and health research methodologies and organisationsDemonstrated knowledge across and understand key issues in the following areas : Health Rights; Human Rights and Public Sector Governance; Legislative and Regulatory processes; Community Engagement; Medicine AccessDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities : Experience in health rights advocacy in the fields of HIV / AIDS / TBExperience in the non-profit sector is an advantageTeam player, ability to work in a small team remotely, self-motivatedWillingness to travel locally and at times abroadTO APPLY : Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CVPlease Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate, and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditionsThis will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNELHowever, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job marketPlease take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective positionOur client, HJI will only respond to shortlisted candidatesCandidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessfulClosing date : 11 July Note : No CV will be accepted after the closing datePlease note : HJI, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of and subsequent amendments theretoAJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client HJIAJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

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