Health Extension Promoter - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Lesotho - 2 years, plus 3 months training
Peace Corps
United States
Posted on Jan 31, 2026
About The Job
Apply by :
March 15, 2026
Know By
May 1, 2026
Depart On
September 28, 2026
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Recent graduates and experienced health workers alike are needed to strengthen health services and programs in Lesotho.
Lesotho faces a high HIV prevalence (21.7% in 2020), particularly in rural communities. Despite local efforts by health workers, adolescents and their families remain at high risk for HIV and tuberculosis (TB) infections due to limited awareness, stigmas, and barriers to age-appropriate services. Poor dietary practices and food insecurity prove additional challenges for young people (ages 10-24), their parents, and their caregivers. These Basotho individuals make up a vital demographic for achieving health goals; however, they remain disproportionately affected by communicable and non-communicable diseases.
As a Health Extension Promoter, you will collaborate with village health workers, health facility staff, and community members to reduce TB/HIV transmission and promote healthy lifestyles through trainings and community-based outcomes and systems.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in the health sector and one or more of the following criteria:
Apply by :
March 15, 2026
Know By
May 1, 2026
Depart On
September 28, 2026
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Recent graduates and experienced health workers alike are needed to strengthen health services and programs in Lesotho.
Lesotho faces a high HIV prevalence (21.7% in 2020), particularly in rural communities. Despite local efforts by health workers, adolescents and their families remain at high risk for HIV and tuberculosis (TB) infections due to limited awareness, stigmas, and barriers to age-appropriate services. Poor dietary practices and food insecurity prove additional challenges for young people (ages 10-24), their parents, and their caregivers. These Basotho individuals make up a vital demographic for achieving health goals; however, they remain disproportionately affected by communicable and non-communicable diseases.
As a Health Extension Promoter, you will collaborate with village health workers, health facility staff, and community members to reduce TB/HIV transmission and promote healthy lifestyles through trainings and community-based outcomes and systems.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in the health sector and one or more of the following criteria:
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field
- 5 years' professional work experience