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Job Title:   Locum Community Liaison Assistant (2 Job Vacancies)  

Organisation: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda)

Duty Station: Soroti and Gulu, Uganda

Reports to: Project Officer

About US:

The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda), is an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease.

Job Summary:  The Locum Community Liaison Assistant will facilitate communication and collaboration between the project team and the community. This includes engaging with community members, leaders and stakeholders to gather feedback, disseminate information about project activities, and address community concerns. The Locum Community Liaison Assistant will also support community  mobilization efforts and assists in organizing community events and meetings related to the project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in identifying key community stakeholders, leaders, and influencers to engage in project activities
• Participate in  community  meetings, events, and  forums  to represent  the  project  and build relationships with community members
• Distribute  project  information  materials,  such  as  brochures,  leaflets,  and  fact  sheets,  to community members and stakeholders
• Support the organization and facilitation of community training sessions, workshops, and focus group discussions
• Assist in translating project materials and messages into local languages, as needed, to ensure accessibility and understanding
• Collaborate with project staff to develop community engagement strategies and action plans aligned with project objectives
• Maintain  accurate  records  of community  engagement  activities,  including attendance  lists, meeting minutes, and feedback forms
• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, to coordinate project activities and ensure community buy-in
• Monitor community dynamics, trends,    and  developments that  may impact   project implementation or outcomes
• Provide  support  to  and  supervise  community  health workers to facilitate care effective community engagement and participation
• Conduct door-to-door visits and community meetings to raise awareness about HIV, Hepatitis B infection, and syphilis prevention and treatment
• Provide information  on  the importance  of testing, treatment  adherence,  and  risk reduction strategies to community members
• Refer individuals to health facilities for HIV testing and counselling, Hepatitis B screening, and syphilis treatment as needed
• Distribute educational materials, such as pamphlets, posters, and brochures, on HIV, Hepatitis B infection, and syphilis prevention and treatment
• Facilitate group discussions and workshops on topics related to sexual and reproductive health, including family planning, safe sex practices, and condom use
• Collaborate  with  local  health  authorities  and  organizations  to  organize  comm unity-based health events, such as health fairs and screening camps
• Maintain   accurate   records  of  community   outreach  activities,  including  the  number  of individuals reached, services provided, and referrals made
• Participate in community health committees and networks to advocate for improved access to healthcare services and resources
• Support  the  integration  of HIV,  Hepatitis  B infection,  and  syphilis services into  existing community health programs and initiatives
• Serve as a link  between community  members  and  health  facilities,  providing feedback on community needs, preferences, and challenges
• Engage in ongoing learning and development opportunities to stay updated on current trends and best practices in community health promotion and disease prevention
• Any other duties and may be assigned by the supervisor

Key Outputs

• Baseline community KAP survey on TEP conducted.
• Community engagement activities, including meetings, workshops, and awareness campaigns organized.
• Outreach  activities to raise awareness about  TEP  objectives, activities, and  services among community members conducted.
• Effective  communication   and   dialogue  between   project  staff,  community   leaders,  and beneficiaries ensured.
• Community members mobilized to participate in TEP activities, such as trainings, focus group discussions, and surveys
• Information,  support,  and  referrals to  community  members  seeking  assistance  or  services related to the project provided.
• Feedback and  suggestions from community  members collected  to inform  project planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Community feedback, concerns, and achievements documented  through case studies, success stories, and other qualitative data collection methods
• Coordinate  with  local  partners,  stakeholders,  and  organizations  to  leverage resources and maximize community impact
• Community  perceptions,  attitudes,  and  behaviors  related  to  project  goals  and  objectives monitored and reported on.
• Communication  materials, such as flyers, posters, and radio announcements  developed and disseminated.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Certificate  of  enrolled   midwifery  from  a  recognized institution. Enrolment certificate and up-to-date licensure with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council are a MUST.
• HIV/AIDS counselling certificate
• Training in community engagement, social mobilization, or public relations preferred
• Familiarity with local customs, traditions, and cultural norms of Teso  or Acholi
• Previous    experience    in community    outreach, communication, or engagement activities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to build rapport and trust with diverse community  members,  good organizational  and  time management  skills, basic computer skills for data entry and reporting, Motorcycle riding skills and a valid riding license.
• Other Qualities/Attributes: Respect for cultural diversity and sensitivity to community needs and perspectives, flexibility and  adaptability  to work  in  different community  settings and  contexts, ability  to  work  independently   with  minimal  supervision,  commitment   to  upholding  ethical standards and confidentiality, fluent in Luo and Ateso languages.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates who meet all the above requirements are invited to submit their resume, copies of certified academic certificates, testimonials, and three referees, two of whom should be the present employer immediate supervisor or last employer if unemployed, or any other if it is the first employment being applied for. None of the referees should be a relative, friend, or business associate. All referees’ designations should be stated and contact details included i.e. physical address, telephone/ mobile numbers, and email contacts.

All interested Candidates MUST fully fill out the TASO Online Job Application Form, scan and save all the relevant documents as one document (labelled with the candidate’s full names), and forward only online applications with the relevant credentials to the link below.

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Note:

• Also, note that only applications received online shall be considered.
• While TASO appreciates all interested applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. In case you do not hear from TASO Uganda One (01) month after the closing date, please consider yourself unsuccessful.
• Please note that any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Deadline: 21st May 2024

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