Community Engagement Facilitator (CEF)

About this role

MEKDIM ETHIOPIA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (MENA)Mekdim Ethiopia National Association (MENA) is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position under the Sustaining Integrated Community HIV Response in Oromia (SICHRO) Project, a community-led HIV program in Oromia Region. Position : Community Engagement Facilitator (CEF) Duty Station : East Oromia Maya City and Gemechis Woreda, Oromia, Ethiopia , with frequent travel to supported woredas and SNUs Employment Type: Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract (renewable subject to funding and performance) Reports To : HIV Service Specialist Number Required: 2 Job Summary The Community Engagement Facilitator will bring HIV testing, referral and case management services closer to the community. The CEF conducts community-based HIV testing and HIV self-testing, strengthens referral linkage between communities and health facilities, supports case management for people living with HIV, and builds the capacity of community workers and volunteers. Key Duties and Responsibilities Conduct community-based HIV testing according to clients’ preference and the national testing algorithm. Conduct assisted and unassisted HIV self-testing (HIVST) for eligible clients in the community and link reactive clients to confirmatory testing and treatment. Facilitate referral and linkage from the community to health facilities and vice versa, including Index Case Testing (ICT) and OVC services, and track completion of referrals. Oversee and support case management activities for people living with HIV in the community, including recording and reporting using the paper-based system and later the Comcare application. Build the capacity of community workers (CWs) and volunteers through training, mentoring and close follow-up. Coordinate community stakeholders (kebele administration, health extension workers, faith-based organizations, health facilities) for effective communication on client referral and other services. Establish and strengthen Community ART Groups (CAGs) in the community. Ensure confidentiality, informed consent, quality assurance and safeguarding in all testing and case management activities. Prepare timely activity and monthly reports and participate in review meetings. Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.