The organisation based in Nyanga, has developed a replicable model of holistic sustainable community-based care for Aids-affected, infected and vulnerable children and their caregivers.

The organisation based in Nyanga, has developed a replicable model of holistic sustainable community-based care for Aids-affected, infected and vulnerable children and their caregivers.

Etafeni seek to employ the following Fixed Term position on a (12) twelve month contract:

PEER COUNSELLING/BREASTFEEDING COORDINATOR

The overall responsibility is to perform, manage, implement and deliver a breastfeeding support programme and arrange training sessions and support groups with the Peer Counsellors aligned with the Programmes strategic initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To ensure a well-coordinated and managed team and functionalities of the Peer Counsellors
• Manage facilities staff and Implement staff performance management system.
• Ensure all Peer Counsellors are trained in breastfeeding education.
• Ensure that the team is kept in line with all updates.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders with regards to the programme when there is a need.
• To generally ensure that things run smoothly as far as programme administration is concerned.
• Do monthly reports for the Director as requested
• Attend and report on activities at monthly managements meeting.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

• Qualification : Tertiary (post matriculation) Auxiliary Services Training
• Training in breastfeeding/lactation will be an added advantage
• Management and leadership skills
• Conflict resolution and problems solving skills
• Time keeping and Ethical work practices
• Compassionate and Empathetic ability
• Ability to communicate and transfer skills to the community
• Communications skills in Xhosa and English

• A valid South African driver’s licence.

IN RETURN:

• We offer a market related salary dependent on experience and qualifications
• Starting Date: Preferable – As soon as Possible.

Only experienced people with the appropriate skills level should apply.

Send your CV and at least 3 contactable references to:

The HR Manager:

Etafeni Day Care Centre: Sihume Road, Nyanga.

or vacancies@etafeni.org.za

By no later than 30 th July 2016

Only successful candidates will be contacted.