Job Description

Programme Outputxc2xb7Introduce the VMMC programme to communities and conduct profiling by means of various sources.
xc2xb7Based on the results obtained from community profiling, allocate Social Mobilisers to various supported areas by means of GIS Mapping in order to ensure proper coverage of target/pivot populations.
xc2xb7Coordinate and supervise demand creation activities performed by Social Mobilisers within various Right to Care-supported areas.
xc2xb7Schedule demand creation activities (i.e. information sessions, talks, events, etc.). aimed at promoting VMMC in designated areas (i.e. door-to-door visits, events at taxi ranks, youth clubs, malls, etc.).
xc2xb7Create appropriate demand creation training plans based on training needs analyses.
xc2xb7Engage with clinical roving teams to create accurate and proper service delivery schedules.Reportingxc2xb7Draft monthly plans for VMMC social mobilisation.
xc2xb7Draft and submit weekly reports that outline activities completed and the number of leads.
xc2xb7Schedule and maintain a monthly calendar of VMMC outreach activities.
xc2xb7 Submit weekly and monthly reports of the social mobilisers performance to the Demand Creation Coordinator.Stakeholder Managementxc2xb7Actively engage with community leaders and structures in communities surrounding VMMC facilities to promote VMMC services and to identify demand creation opportunities.
xc2xb7Actively seek out opportunities for Social Mobilisers to participate in events and collaborate with organisations, government and/or schools for VMMC service delivery.
xc2xb7Collaborate with local stakeholders (Community Based Organisations and other partners) to ensure proper coordination of social mobilisation campaigns.
Staff Managementxc2xb7Mentor Social Mobilisers by addressing their challenges and barriers that prohibit them from reaching their targets
xc2xb7Conduct weekly performance reviews of targets reached by Social Mobilisers.
xc2xb7Identify training and development needs and compile development plans for team members.
Administrationxc2xb7Work with Demand Creation Coordinator and Booking Agent to ensure that transport is arranged for clients.
xc2xb7Submit weekly lead books to the Demand Creation Coordinator.
xc2xb7Check the accuracy of demographic and contact details specified in lead books.
xc2xb7Report the number of confirmed VMMC clients to the team leader of the roving teams at least a week prior to the procedure date.
xc2xb7Share a schedule of VMMC procedure dates and pickup points with the Driver. Business Continuityxc2xb7Perform any other relevant and reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time.
xc2xb7Fill in for other counsellors, Admin at sites as and when required by line management.
xc2xb7Assist in collection and delivering of clients
xc2xb7Familiarise self with rules and regulations of the Health Act and other relevant legislation.
xc2xb7Familiarise self with Right to Care standards, policies and procedures.

• Matric (Grade 12) and a certificate in Marketing and Communications
• A valid South African drivers license endorsed with a PrDP(Professional Driving Permit) is compulsory
• Two years experience in organising and overseeing health promotion events, activities and projects at a community level cultural specific context
• Excellent written and verbal communication in both English and local vernaculars

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