I – Hierarchical relationship 

The Outreach Worker will report directly to the Harm Reduction Program Manager. 

II – Global objective of the position 

The Outreach Worker will primarily be responsible for the management of the Peer Educators, data verification in the designated area of cover. 

III – Tasks and responsibilities 

• Participates in the identification and selection of peer educators and study participants.  
• Supervises Peer Educators through field visits. 
• Hold meetings with Peer educators and the community. 
• Supports Peer Educators in developing weekly activity plans and follows up on the implementation. 
• Analyses data and plans problem solving actions with the Peer educators in collaboration with the Meal officer.  
• Collaborates with the research nurses. 
• Writes monthly reports and submits them to the Harm Reduction PM. 
• Collaborates with HRPM to ensure regular and continuous delivery of services at Temeke Hospital and within the community and maskanis. 
• Ensures that peer educators adhere to the protocols and guidelines while following up on beneficiaries. 
• Works together with Harm Reduction CSOs and takes part in mapping of maskanis. 

• Reports to HRPM on all activities, problems met, strengths and constraints. 
• Respects PWID and provides care in an ethical and non-discriminatory manner 

IV – Requested profile 

Educational background 

Diploma in Social Work or its equivalent  

OR The school of life (learning-by-experience) 

Professional experience 

Experience in working with Key Populations / harm reduction programs for people who use drugs 

OR Lived experience in drug use 

Skills and attitude 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Non-judgmental attitude 
• Commitment 
• Flexibility 
• Results-oriented 
• Team player 
• Computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and Power point. 
• Fluent in both English and Swahili (Reading & writing) 

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] copy to [email protected]