Project Lead for the READY initiative at Y+ Global: Supporting Adolescents and Young People Affected by HIV.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people living with HIV? The Global Network of Young People Living with HIV READY initiative Y+ Global actively seeks a dynamic and motivated READY Project Lead!
In this pivotal role, you will manage and drive the READY+ project—an essential initiative that enhances the resilience, empowerment, and knowledge of adolescents and young people living with or most affected by HIV (AYPLHIV).
Seize this opportunity to be part of a transformative movement! If you’re ready to inspire and lead, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping a brighter future for AYPLHIV.
Overview
The initiative actively engages young people aged 10-24, particularly those most vulnerable to HIV, such as girls and young women, sex workers, LGBTQI+ individuals, migrants, and other key populations. In its second phase, READY+ has reached over 50,000 adolescents and young people affected by HIV.
To enhance this effort, the initiative employs a youth-centered approach that trains adolescents and young people impacted by HIV to serve as peer supporters and advocates. These Community Adolescent Treatment Supporters (CATS) play a vital role in driving progress at personal, community, health facility, and governmental levels.
Additionally, this position allows for remote work, with candidates also having the option to relocate to Cape Town, South Africa.
Key Responsibilities
Program Coordination
- Assist in communication, coordination, promotion, and activity reporting.
- Oversee the implementation, effectiveness, and outcomes of the READY initiative Y+ Global Project.
- Administer existing contracts and guide the onboarding of new grantees.
- Ensure compliance with fund management protocols, including due diligence, data privacy, and safeguarding practices.
Partnerships
- Collaborate with country-level stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of READY initiative Y+ Global Projects.
- Coordinate and manage key partnerships, including Frontline AIDS, under the guidance of the Executive Director.
- Participate in READY Consortium meetings and facilitate connections within the HIV Response network.
Communications
- Create a youth-focused communication strategy to promote policies that support young people impacted by HIV.
- Produce engaging content, including success stories, blogs, and social media updates.
- Oversee READY initiative Y+ social media channels and develop digital campaigns to enhance visibility and engagement.
- Monitor the effects of communication activities, compile reports for stakeholders, and offer training on effective communication techniques.
Eligibility for the READY initiative Y+ Global Project Lead Position
Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be considered for this position:
- Be a young individual aged between 18 and 33 at the time of application.
- Be from or currently residing in one of the READY 6 priority countries: Angola, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, or Zimbabwe.
- Have experience in youth-led organizations or involvement with READY activities.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, humanities, development, or a related field.
- Possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in program management, finance, or general administration.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
- Exhibit strong reporting and writing abilities.
- Have experience with non-profit organizations, particularly youth-led ones (preferred).
- Show knowledge and enthusiasm for HIV, TB, Malaria, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and gender-based violence.
- Be capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
- Have proven experience advocating for the needs of adolescent girls and young women.
How to Apply for the READY initiative Y+ Global Project Lead Position
Interested candidates should submit the following by Friday, 17 January 2025:
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum of 3 pages)
- Cover letter detailing your motivation for the position (1 page)
Please send your application via email with the subject line ‘Application for READY Project Lead_[YOUR NAME]’ to application@yplusglobal.org.
