CBA is a non-governmental organization whose mandate is to assist the Lesotho Government on five thematic areas HIV and AIDS, Livelihoods, Economic Empowerment, Food Security and Humanitarian Relief.
With support from the Global Fund (GF) CBA is implementing TB/HIV , SRH Interventions in the following 8 districts Mafeteng, Mohale’s Hoek, Quthing, Qacha’s Nek, Thaba-Tseka, Mokhotlong, Butha-Buthe and Berea with the focus on Key Populations (Female Sex workers, MSM and IDUs).
Care for Basotho Association invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following position;
NURSE
Job Purpose
The purpose of the job is to provide a minimum package of HIV prevention services, through support and integration on TB/HIV/SRH including PrEP, to eligible persons in Berea at designated Drop in Centers or supported hotspots. The position will also entail frequent travel to support outreach services in, hotspots and community settings. There will be close collaboration with Ministry of Health facilities responsible for the catchment areas being targeted. The position reports directly to the District Coordinator.
Duties and Responsibilities
- To provide clinical assessment of key populations (MSM, IDU and FSWs) to deliver a comprehensive package of care including HIV diagnosis and treatment (ART), STI diagnosis and treatment and PrEP for high-risk negative clients.
- Supervise booking of clients for TB/HIV/SRH preventions services to ensure correct registration and efficient patient flow.
- In the absence of the HTS Counselor, provide both individual and group counseling for HIV testing, TB screening, PrEP, SRH and TB screening and answer client questions
- Ensures that ART, TB and PrEP and other commodities are available in stock and update client’s records on ART, TB and PrEP files held and Manage and supervise a working and up-to-date dispensary to record all stock received and dispensed.
- Together with the team, ensure high quality TB/HIV/SRH integration services are offered and maintained.
- Adhere to national guidelines and SOPs.
- Ensure client record forms and monitoring and evaluation tools are filled properly at all times for quality data management.
- Monitoring of PrEP clients and linkage into ART for sero-converting clients while on PrEP and engage with public and private health facilities to support follow up of clients.
- Ensure timely communication with lab services for diagnostic testing and return of results
- Assist in data compilation of weekly/monthly reporting to Data Clerks and M&E Officer or others, as advised by the supervisor.
- Ensures patient information is accurately recorded at sites; and treated with confidentiality
- Take part in preparation of schedules outreach services in conjunction with the DHMT.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of work experience in implementation of community-based HIV /TB and AIDS prevention, care and support programs. Experience of working in HIV donor -funded programs and experience, in a supervisory role, will be an added advantage.
- Diploma/ Degree (Degree preferred) in Nursing and Midwifery with a minimum of ART,TB and PrEP experience.
- Registered with Lesotho Nursing Council of Lesotho with valid practicing license.
- Must have extensive experience in HIV, AIDS, TB, and STI treatment and care. Experience with HIV and AIDS interventions for key populations will be an added advantage.
- Excellent interpersonal, Presentation, Facilitation, Mentoring and training skills.
- Dynamic professional willing to work flexible hours
- Computer Skills, including MS Office Word, PowerPoint and Excel
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit application letter, CV, certified copies of educational certificates, and identity document in pdf format. All applications should be addressed for the attention of the Human Resources Office and must be sent by email address to: [email protected] on or before Wednesday 02 August 2023 at 17:00. For further information, please contact the above mentioned email.
NOTE: APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF THE SUBJECT LINE DOES NOT INDICATE THE POSITION. HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Only short- listed candidates will be responded to.