# HTC Counsellor (2)

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Company: Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc

Category: Legal

Location: Malawi, Nkhotakota

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-10-16

Expires: 2026-10-26

## Job Description

OVERVIEWIllovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country's leading producer of raw, refined, and specialty sugars, employing more than 9,000 employees. The company is part of the Illovo Sugar Africa Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).The company is inviting applications from qualified individuals for two positions of HTC Counsellor under the Medical Services organisational unit.Org Unit: Medical ServicesReports to: Medical AssistantJOB TYPE:PermanentApplication Deadline: 26 October 2026POSITION: HTC COUNSELLORKEY REQUIREMENTSAcademic, Professional Qualifications and Experience:The applicant should possess the following:Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or equivalent.A certificate in HIV Testing and Counselling from a recognised institution.Two to three years of experience in HIV testing and counselling, psychological counselling, ART support, or community health services.Knowledge of HIV prevention, testing algorithms, counselling ethics, and referral pathways.Basic record-keeping and report-writing skills.Personal Specification:Strong interpersonal, counselling, listening, and communication skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvide confidential HIV testing and counselling services in accordance with approved national and workplace health guidelines.Conduct HIV testing where authorised and ensure correct procedures, testing algorithms, infection prevention practices, and quality standards are followed.Identify clients requiring additional psychosocial, clinical, or social support and refer them appropriately.Monitor the availability of HIV testing kits, gloves, lancets, registers, forms, and other counselling supplies.Conduct risk-reduction counselling and provide HIV prevention education to individuals, couples, groups, and workplace audiences.Participate in quality assurance activities, supervision sessions, refresher training, and data reviews.Provide adherence counselling to clients on ART or those preparing to start treatment.Support HIV awareness campaigns, wellness days, outreach activities, and stigma-reduction initiatives.Promote and adhere to Illovo's procedures, policies, and guidelines, including those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).HOW TO APPLYInterested candidates should submit an application letter, a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees, and a copy of their National ID.Applications should be addressed to:The HR Mill HeadIllovo Sugar (Malawi) plcP.O. Box 46Dwangwa, MalawiEmail: DwangwaCorporateMail@illovo.co.zaClosing Date: 26 October 2026Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.SUGAR IS OUR BUSINESS BUT PEOPLE ARE OUR SWEETEST ASSETS.Sharing Communities

## Requirements

Apply by email: dwangwacorporatemail@illovo.co.za

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