Job Ref #: 2026-WCPI
Industry: Pharmaceutical And Medical/Healthcare
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 2

Job Description

NACOSA is seeking a passionate and energetic Peer Influencers to support the implementation of the ABYM Programme aimed at improving the health, wellbeing, and social outcomes of adolescent boys and young men through HIV prevention, gender equality, and positive behaviour change interventions.

The key performance areas of the role include:

 

• Mobilise and recruit adolescent boys and young men into programme activities.
• Facilitate group sessions, workshops, and community dialogues.
• Conduct outreach, awareness, and behaviour change activities within communities.
• Provide referrals and follow-up support for health and social services.
• Maintain accurate records and submit activity reports.
• Promote positive health-seeking behaviour and gender equality.

 

Job Requirements

Required qualifications, skills and experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with young people and communities will be an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for community development and youth empowerment.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel within communities.
• Fluent in English and one additional South African language relevant to the programme area.

 

Key Competencies and Attributes

• Communication and facilitation skills
• Teamwork and relationship building
• Problem solving
• Organising and planning
• Ability to engage confidently with young people and community stakeholders
• If you are committed to making a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply.

If you are committed to making a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Closing date for all applications: 14 May 2026

 

PLEASE NOTE: 

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the employment equity plan and targets of NACOSA.  We also encourage people with disabilities to apply. NACOSA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. 

 

In the event that you do not hear from us after 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. NACOSA reserves the right to amend and/or withdraw adverts at any time without notification. NACOSA respects the privacy of its stakeholders and will treat all personal information provided in line with our recruitment policy and in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act. As part of our hiring process, NACOSA will inquire during reference checks for information about job applicants’ reference persons regarding any finding of sexual exploitation, abuse, and/or harassment as well as any other forms of misconduct.