June 10, 2017
Employer: ICAP Tanzania
Location: Location: Various- Dar es Salaam (3), Tanga (2), Pwani (1), Mwanza (2), Mara (2), Simiyu (1), Kagera (3), Kigoma (3), Geita (2)
Required Education: Medically trained personnel (nurse, clinical officer, laboratory technician, MD, etc) who have current qualifications and training in phlebotomy and HIV testing duties. Preference given to those who also have a Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Social Sciences or similar field from a recognized academic institution.
Required demonstrated working experience of minimum 1 year providing HIV testing and counseling services with demonstrated familiarity with MOH systems, tools and procedures for HIV testing and qare management. Preference given to those who have additional experience with community-based HIV programs targeting KVP.
Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality regarding participants' health status and sensitive information contained in paperwork
Ability to adapt to situations quickly and problem solve
Ability to work independently and travel extensively to remote areas, including islands
Flexibility to work after normal working hours and weekends at informal gatherings and entertainment centers
Ability to interact well with all targeted KVP groups and peer outreach volunteers by facilitating a nonjudgmental, nondiscriminatory, and non-stigmatizing environment in the program, to welcome all clients regardless of their background
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Kiswahili and English
Must be a Tanzanian Citizen; preference given to candidates already living in the job location region.
How to apply
Email: icap-jobs-tanzania@columbia.edu.
Applicants should send their cover letter and CV within 7 days from the date of this advert via email mentioning in the subject line the Position Title and Preferred Region(s) to
icap-jobs-tanzania@columbia.edu. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. Please do NOT attach any certificates when submitting online.
