Adherence Counsellor at the Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS)

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Niger Delta Delta

Posted 8 months ago

The Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS) is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Adherence Counsellor

Location: Delta
Project: CDC SPEED
Job type: Full Time

About The Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS): The Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes access to qualitative healthcare, Education and economic strengthening opportunities for all Nigerians. With its headquarters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State with a corporate office in Abuja, ECEWS has presence in 17 States across the South-South, South East, South West and North Central Nigeria with a strong client portfolio with the Global Fund to fight against AIDS, TB and Malaria, United States agency for international development (USAID), United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC), The United Nations office of Projects, World Bank & Federal Government of Nigeria. Since its founding in 2001, ECEWS has built a vast network of health and allied professional staff, partners and collaborators which has earned her a solid reputation among its funders and is well regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Job Requirements

HND, BSC, and BA from any tertiary institution.
Literate in both English language and local dialect.
Preferably expert on clients and/or social workers and retired health workers who have relevant knowledge and skills.
Resident in the communities/LGA where the community outreach team is based is an added advantage.
Basic Knowledge of HIV and AIDS epidemiology and complications.
Proficient HIV Testing and Counseling Skills.
Knowledge of National HIV Testing Algorithm.
Team player with good interpersonal relationships and tolerance to socio-cultural differences.
Efficient and effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task effectively and adhere to timelines.
Ability to follow instructions provided in verbal or written format.