Registered Nurse - HIV and Wellness Services

About the role

The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG), in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Social Services, is recruiting two registered nurses for its Wellness Clinics in Walvis Bay (Erongo Region) and Windhoek (Khomas Region). The nurse leads the clinical and treatment parts of the HIV and wellness interventions in the assigned region and works within a team delivering essential health services to the community.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the clinical and treatment components of the HIV and wellness interventions in the assigned region.
• Provide HIV prevention, testing, treatment, care and counselling in line with national standards and MoHSS protocols.
• Manage Antiretroviral Therapy (ART), including adherence monitoring, side effects and viral load suppression.
• Administer PrEP and PEP to eligible clients with proper counselling and follow-up.
• Carry out clinical assessments, order and interpret laboratory tests, and provide evidence-based care.
• Ensure continuity of care, linkage to treatment and retention of clients across the HIV care cascade.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records and oversee medical records, medicines and supplies.
• Take part in outreach campaigns and support data collection, reporting and quality improvement.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Nursing or Midwifery from a recognised institution.
• NIMART certification with at least two years of ART experience.
• Registered Nurse in good standing with the Nursing Council of Namibia; Namibian citizenship.
• Valid Code B driver's licence.
• Fluent English, with local language proficiency an advantage.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including after-hours, and to travel extensively.
• Only Namibian citizens or persons with permanent residence may apply.

Required skills

• Sound knowledge of Namibia's HIV/AIDS policies, guidelines and treatment protocols.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, and strong report writing.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and keep strict confidentiality.

The appointment is on a fixed-term contract, with market-related pay commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applications include an updated CV, three references and certified copies of qualifications, sent by hand, email or through the WBCG website.