Linkage Assistant

Mbombela, Mpumalanga
Contract
Full-time

2 months ago

This position supports a USAID-funded program operating across three districts-Ehlanzeni, Nkangala, and Gert Sibande-in Mpumalanga Province. Led by Pact and supported by mothers2mothers (m2m), the initiative focuses on delivering vital community-based services to children living with HIV (CLHIV), 0 to 20 years old, as well as their families. Working closely with government bodies like the Department of Health and other key partners, this role plays a crucial part in reaching and retaining these vulnerable populations throughout the HIV care continuum. The project's implementation is planned from July 1 to September 15, 2025, with dates potentially subject to adjustment.Key Performance Areas:Partner/Stakeholder management:

management in the health facility and community
Participate/represent M2M in the government department's (DOE, DOH, DSD, LACs, CSOs etc.), stakeholders and other relevant partners' meetings at sub-district and district meetings, monthly and quarterly or as needed.

Coordination of linkages:

Provide assisted linkage to PrEP for all index contacts in discordant relationships and all other high-risk clients including AGYW/B with a negative HIV status, ART initiation, ART re-initiation, GBV survivors, high impact services, health services, child protection services etc.
Provide bi-directional reports to relevant stakeholders of all clients that you have supported for with linkage to service across the cascade.
Conduct quarterly Mentorship support to Family mentors and Case Coordinators
Identify, support enrolment and serving of XXX children and adolescents living with HIV in the ACHIEVER program by end of Q3 in CoP 23
Establish, conduct or support establishment and facilitation of Kids adherence support groups. For C/ALHIVs 10-14 + newly diagnosed/unsuppressed viral loads (Community/Facility).

Administration/ Recording and Reporting:

Weekly documentation of all linkages in the linkage register as per the weekly referral summary
Compilation of monthly reports that feed into quarterly and annual organisational reports.
Provide feedback reports on linkage activities
Participate in internal staff and other units' meetings.

Job RequirementsQualifications and Experience:

Qualification in Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience (3-4 years) in Linkage Officer (or similar) role
Experience with OVC and/or adolescent health programming preferred
Knowledge of community -based health service delivery and case management models
Fluent in written and spoken English and competent at written communication and reporting writing
Proficient in basic computer skills
Knowledge of DOH systems and protocols

Competencies:

Excellent attention to detail and deadlines
Ability to engage and sustain meaningful relationships with stakeholders and government /implementing partners
Good problem-solving ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good team player

mothers2mothers is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA), people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged people. Competitive salary packages will be negotiable in accordance with m2m's remuneration policies.

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