PrEP CHAMPION

Company logo Blume Africa Limited

  • location

    Kenya, Nairobi

  • location

    Voluntary

Posted on 10 Dec 2024

Expire on 30 Jan 2025

Experience Level: No-Experience Job Category: Health Industry: Healthcare Location Type: On-Site

Description

The PrEP Champion will be responsible for mobilising, mentoring, and providing information and education to adolescent and young women (AGYW) at Mukuru Health Center. The aim is to improve the uptake and continuation of different forms of PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) among the target group.

Requirements

  • Be an active client on PrEP.
  • Have experience as a peer educator or expert client and be a recognised member of the community.
  • Possess strong listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Be an excellent mobiliser with a passion for engaging peers.
  • Be non-judgemental, trustworthy, and discreet in all interactions.
  • Be available and willing to volunteer time and effort to the project.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of AGYW and their adherence to PrEP.

Responsibilities

  • Stay informed on current issues affecting PrEP users.
  • Answer basic questions and provide peer support to clients accessing PrEP.
  • Actively use PrEP and share experiences to encourage uptake and adherence.
  • Serve as a peer educator or expert client, recognised within the community as a PrEP advocate.
  • Act as a positive example for PrEP users by demonstrating commitment and adherence to PrEP protocols.
  • Mobilise AGYW for PrEP-related activities and sessions.
  • Create awareness of PrEP benefits and dispel myths and misconceptions.
  • Organise and conduct PrEP support group sessions.
  • Facilitate discussions to address concerns, challenges, and success stories among AGYW.
  • Maintain a non-judgemental, trustworthy, and discreet demeanour.
  • Respect diverse ideas, behaviours, and cultural backgrounds of peers.
  • Be a good listener and communicator, showing concern for the well-being of peers.
Since 2013 Blume Africa has been providing Professional HR Services to small businesses across Kenya. We started small ourselves, just a few people in a room. So, although we’ve grown over the years, our values remain the same. For a small business to ensure compliance and manage employees professionally, it can seem like an impossible task without the right help. But the cost of having an HR professional on staff is too high for most small businesses. That’s where Blume Africa comes in. With us on your side it’s like having your own HR team at a fraction of the cost. All of which means more peace of mind for you, and more time for you to concentrate on what you do best: growing your business.