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• Assess new NESH implementing Health facilities for readiness to initiate ART Prevention Activities
• Assess quality of community support activities relating to ART in and around potential NESH implementing Health facilities
• Assist NESH implementing Health facilities in developing their community program for ART during site activation process
• Identify training needs, plan trainings and facilitate training sessions on prevention activities.
• Work with ART health Care team to establish and strengthen prevention activities within NESH implementing Health facilities for improved quality of patient care.
• Coordinate and carry out prevention technical assistance visits to the NESH implementing Health facilities.
• Assist in development of prevention messages directed to a specific target population.
• Create linkages between clinical & community aspect of the project.
• Provide on the job training to NESH implementing Health facilities’ staff
• Develop and implement a monitoring plan for evaluating the performance of prevention activities and community outreach programs at NESH implementing Health facilities.
• Network with other organizations involved in HIV prevention activities and promote linkages between NESH implementing Health facilities and organizations providing HIV support services in the community.
• Ensure project activities comply with national guidelines and policies for HIV prevention.
• Ensure availability of appropriate job aides and education materials on HIV prevention at the NESH implementing Health facilities.
• Identify & document best practices and share key lessons learnt on HIV prevention strategies.
• Assist in conducting focus group discussions with NESH implementing Health facilities’ staff and community volunteers.
• Foster strong relationships between the Diocese and NESH implementing Health facilities in promoting HIV prevention.
• Participate in proposal development in order to attract new resources complementary to NESH.

• Degree in Counselling, Social Work or Community Development or related field with 5 years minimum working experience.
• At least 5 years working in HIV/AIDS, ART, HBC or hospice environment at community level.
• Must be proficient with and able to teach basic facts on HIV/AIDS.
• Trained in HCT and HIV care counselling as per the national curriculum.
• Personal / Professional Skills:
• Honest and a high degree of integrity, Analytical skills with an eye for detail, Very good communication skills, a team builder and player.
• Demonstrated counselling skills and strong understanding of HIV/AIDS related issues in the Ugandan context.
• Familiarity with adult learning principles / techniques and demonstrated ability in design and facilitate learning opportunities for adults.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to organize and prioritize competing activities.
• Computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point)

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