CETA Trainer Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ)

Job summary

The incumbent will work closely with the CETA Coordinator and Medical Mentor, MOH and other PEPFAR implementing partner providers to support CETA project activities across the CIDRZ supported provinces. She/ he will supervise CETA counselors including ensuring trainings are carried out, counselors are accredited and linkages for referrals are established.

Main duties

• Ensures clinical databases are updated in a timely manner
• Ensures that all logistics that are needed for CETA providers are requested for in a timely manner and delivered accordingly
• Supports provision of appropriate training and certification of CETA counselors
• Ensures that clinical data is submitted in a timely manner in preparation for the all IP and internal meetings
• Supports the development and implementation of CETA scale up plans that include activities such as community stakeholder meetings, trainings, etc. to promote CETA
• Ensures regular communication with the CETA Coordinator and Medical Mentor on any high risk case for further management as per CETA guideline
• Provides technical supportive supervision and mentorship to field staff to ensure they understand CETA and the process to ensure potential clients are identified, screened and counseled
• Ensures that supervisors and counsellors follow the apprenticeship model for CETA throughout the process

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent
• Must be a certified CETA trainer
• At least 5 years relevant experience working in the community required
• At least 1 year relevant experience working with CETA in Zambia required
• Proficient in MS word and MS Excel and PowerPoint required
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision
• Must be a team player
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.