Positive Professionals

Programmes

Connecting professionals living with and working in HIV

The Positive Professionals database has been set up as part of GNP+ efforts to support the application of the GIPA principle. Through Positive Professionals, GNP+ facilitates the connection between organisations working on the response to HIV/AIDS and professionals living with and working in HIV. The database functions as an online “job market” where positive professionals share their skills, experience and technical expertise to be matched with the needs of organisations seeking this expertise. GNP+ through this database facilitates connections between professionals and possible employers.

In addition the database helps professionals to connect with peers with similar expertise to exchange experiences and information on upcoming issues of common concern. Only people living with HIV can register to become part of the Positive Professionals network.

For Professionals

GNP+ has made available an online platform for Positive Professionals to post their curriculum vitae. The current database is an update from the 2007 database that included details from over 65 professionals living with HIV. In Autumn 2010 GNP+ will create new connections with its partners to further involve professionals living with HIV that are currently not registered with GNP+, for example through the Technical Support Facilities of UNAIDS and other agencies. In addition we will actively promote the database with potential employers who are looking for positive expertise.

People living with HIV can register as a participant with GNP+ through its registration form. An account will be created for you so you will be able to log in to update your information at a later date.

For Employers

Agencies and organisations wishing to access the Positive Professionals Database have to apply for this possibility through the GNP+ Central Secretariat. Please click here to download the form in PDF and fax or email the completed form.

NGO applicants must be a signatory to the Code of Good Practice for NGOs responding to HIV/AIDS. UN agencies and programs must be guided by and working towards the implementation of the ILO Code of practice on HIV/AIDS and the world of work. All applicants must be able to show clear efforts to adhere to the GIPA Principle of the Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV/AIDS.