HIV PREVENTION AND CARE OFFICER AT BOTSWANA RED CROSS SOCIETY

RED CROSS

Ref BRCS/305.2.2 8 September 2014

Vacancy Number 1 of 2014

HIV PREVENTION AND CARE OFFICER

tenable in Dukwi Refugee Camp

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To plan and lead HIV care, support and prevention activities for people living with HIV in Dukwi Refugee Camp

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

*Design , and facilitate HIV training programs, staff and volunteers aimed at improving their HIV/AIDS awareness.
*Facilitate the statement of information , education and communication materials on HIV and AIDS in refugee friendly languages or illustrations.
*Coordinate home based care activities (including care for elderly)
*Supervise a team of volunteers (HBC and Community Mobilisers volunteers)
*Produce monthly & quarterly reports of HIV related activities undertaken with refugees
*Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, and assist in case of emergencies as prescribed by the BRCS Disaster Policy

KEY ATTRIBUTES
*Planning and organizing skills
*Group facilitation and training skills and experience
*Community oriented
*Counseling skills and experience
*Computer literacy
*Knowledge in HIV/AIDS issues
*Diplomacy and assertiveness, the ability to confront and discuss sensitive issues with respect and care.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Social work / Community Development or related field

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

3 years previous experience prevention in HIV/AIDS programming especially in multi cultural setting

SALARY : Commensurate with qualifications and experience

LEAVE: 25 working days per annum

BENEFITS

Optional Contributory Medical Aid Scheme ( BRCS pays 50% and employee pays 50%)
Gratuity -15% of basic salary
Group Life Insurance Cover

APPLICANTS SHOULD PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS

Detailed curriculum vitae
Two work related references
Certified copies of certificate
Certified copy of a valid Identity Card (Omang)

If you consider yourself the best candidate for the position, please send the required documents on/or before 29 September 2014 to:

SECRETARY GENERAL
BOTSWANA RED CROSS SOCIETY
P.O BOX 485
GABORONE

(Only shortlisted applicants will be replied to ) Telephone inquiries will not be entertained.