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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Peer Outreach Navigators (5)– EpiC Cameroon Project
Organization: International Health Alliance (IHA)

Duty Station: Southwest Region, Cameroon
Health Districts: Kumba South, Mbonge, Ekondo Titi, Nguti
Publication Date: 17 December 2025
Application Deadline: 24 December 2025
Expected Start Date: 02 January 2026
Contract Duration: Three (03) months, renewable subject to funding availability and performance
1. Background
Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) is a global project funded by the U.S.
President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the U.S. Department of State (DOS).
The project provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to achieve HIV
epidemic control among at-risk populations, strengthen global health security, expand tuberculosis
detection and treatment, improve maternal and child health, address malaria, and promote health
systems strengthening.
In Cameroon, the EpiC project supports the continuation and expansion of life-saving HIV
prevention, treatment, care, and support services, with a strong focus on community-led approaches
integrated with facility-based systems to close gaps in HIV case finding (first 95) while sustaining
progress toward the second and third 95 of the UNAIDS targets.
International Health Alliance (IHA) is a non-governmental organization committed to promoting
self-directed and sustainable community health through enlightenment activities, capacity building,
and strategic partnerships.
IHA will implement the FHI360-led EpiC Cameroon project in the Southwest Region,
specifically in the health districts of Kumba South, Mbonge, Ekondo Titi, and Nguti.
2. Position Summary
IHA is seeking qualified Peer Outreach Navigators (5), recommended by the relevant Health
District Services, to support the delivery of community-based HIV Testing Services (HTS) and
linkage to care.
The Peer Outreach Navigator provides peer-led support to individuals undergoing HIV testing,
newly diagnosed clients, and those already enrolled in care. By belonging to or being familiar with
the target population, the Navigator helps reduce stigma, build trust, improve linkage to ART, and
strengthen retention and adherence to HIV prevention and treatment services.
3. Key Responsibilities
A. Community Engagement
• Build trust with community leaders, at-risk groups, EpiC CBO staff, and treatment facilities.
• Participate in community dialogues, support groups, and health promotion activities to
stimulate demand for HIV services.
B. HIV Testing Services
• Mobilize community members for HIV testing, including targeted outreach to priority
populations.
• Provide health education on HIV prevention and treatment, PrEP, PEP, STIs, TB, and noncommunicable
diseases.
• Assist HTS Providers in managing client flow during community testing events.
• Participate in community mapping to identify at-risk populations.
• Support community-based HIV testing activities in line with national guidelines.
C. Linkage to Treatment and Prevention
• Accompany, where necessary, newly diagnosed HIV-positive clients to health facilities for
same-day ART initiation.
• Support the tracking and follow-up of clients who miss appointments or decline linkage to
care.
E. Documentation and Reporting
• Complete daily activity and data collection tools accurately.
• Participate in daily and weekly activity debriefs with the project team.
4. Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
Education
• Must be a community member or peer from the target population within the assigned
health district.
• Minimum education level: Secondary school certificate.
• Experience in HIV programs, community outreach, peer education, or client follow-up.
• Strong communication, counselling, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust within communities.
• Prior training in HTS demand creation, psychosocial support, peer education, PrEP navigation,
or TB/HIV linkage is an added advantage.
• Experience working with CBOs, PEPFAR-funded programs, or HIV case management is an
added advantage.
• Experience operating in insecure environments, where applicable.
• Fluency in the local dialect is required.

5. How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit:
A cover letter clearly stating motivation and the health district applied for
A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Copies of relevant certificates
Applications should be sent electronically to: ngoeve4@gmail.com; and copy
kapondjojobraoul@gmail.com as one attached in PDF format
Subject line: Application – HTS Provider (EpiC Cameroon)
6. Equal Opportunity Statement
International Health Alliance (IHA) is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and
members of underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
Dr. Jembia J. Mosoko
Executive Director, IHA