05 PEER OUTREACH NAVIGATORS

CALL FOR APPLICATIONSPeer Outreach Navigator – EpiC Cameroon ProjectOrganization: Family World International (FAWOI) Duty Station: Southwest Region, CameroonHealth Districts: Muyuka, Kumba North, Mamfe, Tombel, BangemPublication date: 15/12/2025, until 22/12/ 2025Expected Start Date: 02 January 2026Contract Duration: Three (03) months, renewable subject to funding availability and performance1. BackgroundMeeting 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 HIVepidemic control among at-risk populations, strengthen global health security, expand tuberculosisdetection and treatment, improve maternal and child health, address malaria, and promote healthsystems strengthening.In Cameroon, the EpiC project supports the continuation and expansion of life-saving HIVprevention, treatment, care, and support services, with a focus on community-led approachesintegrated with facility-based systems to close gaps in HIV case finding (first 95) while sustainingprogress toward the second and third 95 of the UNAIDS targets.Family World International (FAWOI) is a civil society organization committed to fosteringautonomous and sustainable communities through capacity building, skills development, andstrategic partnerships. FAWOI implements interventions across Health, Education, Protection,Economic Empowerment, and Development, with a strong emphasis on women’s and girls’wellbeing.FAWOI will implement the FHI360-led EpiC Cameroon project in the Southwest Region,specifically in the health districts of Muyuka, Kumba North, Mamfe, Tombel, and Bangem.2. Position SummaryFamily World International (FAWOI) is seeking qualified Peer Outreach Navigators,recommended by the relevant Health District Services, to support the delivery of community-basedHIV Testing Services (HTS) and linkage to care.The Peer Outreach Navigator provides peer-led support to individuals undergoing HIV testing, newlydiagnosed clients, and those already enrolled in care. By belonging to or being familiar with the targetpopulation, the Navigator helps reduce stigma, build trust, improve linkage to ART, and strengthenretention and adherence to HIV prevention and treatment services.3. Key ResponsibilitiesA. 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 tostimulate demand for HIV services.B. HIV Testing Support• Mobilize community members for HIV testing, including targeted outreach to prioritypopulations.• 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 forsame-day ART initiation.• Support the tracking and follow-up of clients who miss appointments or decline linkage tocare.D. 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• Must be a community member or peer from the target population within the assignedhealth district.• Minimum education level: Secondary