DIGITAL OUTREACH WORKER

Advance public health by engaging communities through digital strategies.

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MY Travel; Malaysia

Application deadline 7 months ago: Friday 30 Jan 2026 at 23:00 UTC

Overview

Advance public health by engaging communities through digital strategies.

You have:

  • Proficiency in digital tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite, Powtoon, Capcut) and analytics software (Google Analytics, Meta Insights, Isentia).
  • Excellent written/verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia; ability to craft culturally sensitive content for diverse audiences.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams (internal departments, external partners) to achieve project goals.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with community and stakeholders.
  • Willingness to travel regularly (including to remote/rural areas) and work odd hours (evenings/weekends).

Based on Performance and Funding

BENEFITS · Cost of Living Allowance · Outpatient Medical Entitlement - Outpatient, Dental & Optical · Annual Leave of 21 days per year · Group Insurance - Group Term Life, Group Personal Accident & Group

Hospitalization & Surgical · Official Travel & other expenses - Reimbursement basis

JOB OVERVIEW The Digital Outreach Worker will play a pivotal role in advancing public health initiatives by designing and executing digital strategies to engage hard-to-reach populations, promote HIV/STI testing, and increase PrEP uptake. Under the guidance of the Program Manager, this role focuses on digital outreach, social media engagement, campaign management, event coordination, and real-time community support. The ideal candidate will leverage digital tools to drive health education, service accessibility, and stigma reduction, aligning with the Malaysian AIDS Council’s community empowerment goals.

SPECIFIC KNOWLDEGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES • Proficiency in digital tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite, Powtoon, Capcut) and analytics software (Google Analytics, Meta Insights, Isentia). • Proficiency in using social media tools that related to Key Populations • Excellent written/verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia; ability to craft culturally sensitive content for diverse audiences. • Experience working with cross-functional teams (internal departments, external partners) to achieve project goals. • Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and thrive in fast-paced environments. • Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with community and stakeholders. • Willingness to travel regularly (including to remote/rural areas) and work odd hours (evenings/weekends).

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES (Indicate according to Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Periodically or Annually) a) Digital Campaign Development & Management • Collaborate with the Program Team to design digital outreach strategies, including monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks. • Develop and manage targeted digital marketing campaigns (e.g., social media ads, Google Ads) to promote HIV services such as Community-Based Testing, self-test kits, and PrEP. • Identify emerging trends in digital intervention (e.g., mobile marketing, AI, Chatbox etc) to innovate outreach efforts. • Create online banner advertisements and negotiate ad placements with external platforms.

b) Social Media & Content Management • Oversee and execute the social media, including live sessions to encourage testing, answer FAQs, and destigmatize HIV/STI services. • Produce, edit, and publish multimedia content (videos, podcasts, infographics) for platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • Optimize website and social media content for engagement, SEO, and accessibility.

c) Community Engagement & Outreach • Conduct digital/online outreach and refer clients according to their needs. • Provide clients with information and knowledge based the their needs. • Respond promptly to calls, messages, and online inquiries, providing referrals to clinics, counselors, or support networks. • Host live social media sessions to engage audiences, address HIV/STI-related inquiries, and guide users to testing/services. • Respond promptly to calls, messages, and online inquiries, providing referrals to clinics, counselors, or support networks. • Develop printed materials (e.g., brochures, posters) to complement digital outreach. • Collaborate with social media influencers and other content creators to boost online reach.

d) Event Coordination & Support • Organize webinars, webcasts, and virtual events to educate communities on HIV prevention and testing. • Assist in coordinating events to expand reach and participation.

e) Monitoring, Reporting & Analysis • Track website traffic, social media metrics, and campaign performance using tools like Google Analytics. • Generate monthly reports on engagement, service uptake, and campaign ROI for internal review.

f) Administrative & Operational Support • Assist the Program Manager in budgeting, procurement, and project implementation. • Liaise with finance and audit teams to ensure timely disbursements and resource allocation. • Perform ad-hoc tasks to support program goals, as assigned.

How to apply?

Email to [email protected]

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a digital campaign you have managed and its impact? This question helps gauge your experience in digital campaign management and the effectiveness of your strategies. Share specific metrics or feedback from the campaign that demonstrate success.
How do you approach content creation for different audiences? The interviewer wants to understand your ability to tailor messages for diverse groups. Pro members can see the explanation.
What tools do you use to analyze social media metrics? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time you worked with a cross-functional team. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you keep up with trends in digital outreach? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a challenging client interaction and how you handled it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you implement to destigmatize HIV testing? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in public health? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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