Advocacy OfficerPort Elizabeth EPI

TB HIV Care (THC) in existence since 1929 is an internationally recognised nonprofit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB including adolescent girls and young women sex workers and people who use . THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly evolving South African health care environment and will suit solutiondriven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care.

Purpose of the position:

Advocacy Officer will manage the engagement of stakeholders and support representation of issues affecting PWUD on various platforms. They will also be involved in capacity building activities and strengthening the PWUD sector in the district and province.

• Experience in advocacy initiatives for people who use
• Grade 12 and a University degree OR
• Grade 12 with at least 3 years of relevant work experience OR
• Minimum 3 years experience in lobbying/advocacy/human rights or programming in the public health or HIV field
• Experience in advocating for health social and legal rights of key and vulnerable population groups.
• uter literate in MS Word Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluent in English and Isixhosa or any South African languages
• Ability to travel as and when required
• Clear criminal record