Nurse Counsellors (2 Posts) at Zimbabwe AIDS Preventing Project Trust (ZAPPT)

job Description

Zimbabwe AIDS Preventing Project Trust is looking for a suitably qualified and motivated individuals to fill a position that has fallen vacant at its SPACE for OVC Program in Gutu and Chivi districts in Masvingo.

Reporting to the District Coordinator
-The Nurse Counselor will be responsible for performing all clinical related services to OVCs, including HIV testing and counseling and referring OVCs for treatment when needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Develop detailed monthly and quarterly work plans for OVC program in implementation sites.
-Work closely with the Ministry of Health and Child Care and other community institutions to facilitate mobilization of HIV Testing Services and linkage to ART in the district.
-Conducting follow ups and counselling to children who test HIV positive during campaigns
-Training community cadres on ART and HIV issues
-Support, mentor community members on ART and HIV issues
-Initiate support groups for children and caregivers infected and affected by HIV.
-Design and implementation of case finding strategies for safe and ethical index testing, HIVST and Prevention services
-Maintaining proper documentation on all program activities.
-Plan for and undertake follow up trainings for the SPACE for OVC Program stakeholders and target groups.
-Participate in project evaluations and assessments.
-Any other relevant duties as required by the Provincial Coordinator

Qualifications and Experience

-A recognized Degree/Diploma in Nursing, Diploma in Counselling with practical Nursing Experience and registered with Health Professions Council
-Experience and knowledge of STI treatment and management
-Trained in Rapid HIV testing.
-Current GCP and Ethics training certificate.
-Experience in working with orphaned and vulnerable children (OVCs ) for at least 2 years’ experience in the public sector or non-governmental organizations is an added advantage
-Fluency in English, Shona