Advocacy Officer
Core Function:
To represent and advocate on behalf of JN+ and the
wider
Community of persons living with and affected by
HIV and AIDS to develop and coordinate the implementation
of an advocacy strategy and a work plan.
Minimum Requirements:
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Academic background leading
to a Diploma/Certificate in Public
Relations, Advocacy, Mass Communications, Social
Work, Counselling
or other related discipline.
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Two to three years experience
in advocacy, especially on issues relating to
HIV/AIDS
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MS Word, Publisher, Excel and
MS Access software skills
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Excellent written and oral
communication in English
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Ability to analyse, prioritise
and complete work with minimal
supervision
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Ability to meet deadlines,
often under difficult circumstances
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Experience of working in a
grassroots organisation
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Familiarity with issues surrounding
HIV/AIDS
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Willingness to work with Persons
Living with HIV/AIDS essential
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