Summary: TARGET
In October 2011 PSI Lesotho launched the Testing and Referral Gateway for Enhanced Sustainability (TARGET) Project funded by Centre for Disease Control (CDC). This project contributed directly to Lesotho’s National Multi-Sectoral HIV Prevention Strategy, by reducing the impact of HIV and AIDS in Lesotho by deploying evidenced-based sexual and biomedical prevention programs. TARGET used innovative strategies to provide confidential, community HIV testing and counselling services (HTS).
The purpose of the position is to ensure provision of high quality HTC and vital signs especially children less than five years through index tracking and testing and community based testing of children at high risk.
The placement of these positions will be determined by the scope of work at any given time and may change from district to district. The positions report directly to the Nurse.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Conduct pre and post-test HTC counseling sessions as per counseling protocols
Provide supportive counseling to HTC clients
Under the supervision of a nurse conduct vital signs monitoring, weight and height, TB screening, STI screening and blood glucose monitoring.
Assists clients in the selection of appropriate community support through referrals
Data entry of confidential client information
Participate in client satisfaction surveys, as requested by Supervisor
Participate in the QC and QA program related to HIV testing and Counseling as directed by the National Laboratory.
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Certificate in Nursing with 2-3 years’ experience in HIV testing and counselling.
2 years work experience in MCH services including PMTCT and Pediatric HIV/AIDS.
Currently Listed with the Lesotho Nursing Council
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Ability to work according to PSI Lesotho Prime competencies
Demonstrate knowledge of health and social services sector
Understanding of reproductive health issues, especially HIV/AIDS
Demonstrated ability to work sensitively and compassionately with a diverse range of clients, including highly marginalized and stigmatized populations
Fluency in English and Sesotho
Computer literacy preferred
Communication skills
Receptionists/Office Assistants x2
Under the TARGET project, the incumbent will serve as the first contact point with client at the New Start Site
This position is based in Maputsoe and Berea MCC and reports to the Coordinator
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assisting clients with queries and directions to different offices
Maintains a supportive and confidential environment/reception for HTC clients.
Answering incoming calls and noting messages.
Receives handles and dispatches office mail within service agreements.
Makes travel and accommodation bookings for staff members.
Prepares tea and refreshments for guests and visitors
Maintains paper stock in bathrooms (e.g. paper towels, toilet paper, soap etc)
Sweeps, vacuums and shampoos carpets, mops floor of the offices and reception area.
Turns out lights and other pertinent electrical equipment and appliances at the end of the day.
Reports burned out light bulbs, plumbing and other maintenance problems to the Administration Officer
Office supply replenishment and procurement
Clean the photocopiers and printer area regularly
Ensure that the work area is clean and without unused furniture sitting around
Manage petty cash funds
Handles some site administration requirements in collaboration with Senior Counsellor and Coordinator
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
C.O.S.C and or related tertiary qualifications
1- 2 years’ experience as a receptionist/office assistant
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Complete PC Literacy with a strong focus on micro soft access.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Must be committed to service excellence
Must have managed petty cash previously
Demonstrate ability to keep client’s information confidential.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your cover letter, resume/curricula vitae (CV), list of 3-5 professional references (with contact information, supervisory references preferred), and scanned copy of all academic degrees to PSI Lesotho by email at nursingassistant@psi.co.ls Only email submissions will be accepted. While all application submissions will be reviewed and considered, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. The application submission deadline is 12:00 p.m. local time on Friday, 9th June 2017.
