Provincial Community Health Services and Linkages Coordinator

Description: Project summary CIDRZ is implementing the Controlling HIV Epidemic Project (CHEP) funded by the U.S. Department of State. The goal of CHEP is to improve the health outcomes of Zambians by preventing new infections among populations most at-risk of acquiring HIV and delivery of integrated HIV, Tuberculosis and Maternal, Newborn and Child Health services. CIDRZ seeks applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the position of Provincial Community Health and Linkages Coordinator – Solwezi (1), Ndola (1), Kabwe (1). Job summary Reports to Community Health Services and Linkages Manager. The incumbent coordinates and provides technical support in the delivery of community HIV prevention, treatment and care services and referrals for other high impact HIV prevention services. Main duties Oversees the implementation of HTS and Community treatment strategies in CHEP-supported districts/communities Ensures rollout of differentiated service delivery models such as Community Drop-In Centres and Market Posts Ensures systems for good referral and linkage of individuals diagnosed with HIV to HIV care and treatment services are in place Ensures adherence of HTS service delivery with the Ministry of Health National Guidelines Provides mentorship and technical support to district and site-level staff to implement quality HIV testing and referral for other high-impact HIV prevention and treatment services Coordinates availability of HIV commodities at site-level, such as HIV test kits, and HIV self-test kits Coordinates with clinical teams to ensure tracking systems are in place for clients that delay or drop out of HIV care and treatment Works closely with government stakeholders to ensure quality standards are met, and prompt and effective resolution of issues affecting community HIV service delivery Ensures successful linkages of high-risk individuals to high-impact HIV prevention services, which include pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) Supports the strengt