Job Vacancies at WellShare International in Uganda

Job Title : Senior Technical Advisor, Nutrition

 
Job Description

Position: Senior Technical Advisor, Nutrition Reports to: Country Director Supervises: None.
Location: Kampala, Uganda Classification: Full-time (100% FTE)

WellShare International’s 30-year track record of community-based primary health care programming is dedicated to improving the health of women, children, and their communities in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the US..

We are anticipating the release of an RFA for a USAID funded health and nutrition program in Northern Uganda (Acholi and Langu regions) focusing on strengthening integrated services for HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, maternal and child health, reproductive health and family planning, nutrition, water and sanitation. In anticipation of the release of this RFA we are collecting a database of potential candidates for several positions, one of which is a Senior Technical Advisor, Nutrition.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Senior Technical Advisor, Nutrition will ensure implementation of best practices and achievement of strategic objectives for nutrition programming. The post holder is expected to provide technical advice and support to project staff and will oversee the design and implementation of a set of nutrition related activities working with the project areas, both at community and health facility level and national level stakeholders.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: – Master’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Health Services Management, or related field. – Minimum 6 years experience managing nutrition projects; experience with programs offering integrated services, including malaria, FP/RH and/or HIV/AIDS preferred. – Technical knowledge and experience in nutrition; demonstrated ability to provide technical support to project implementation team. – Comprehensive understanding and experience in the application of nutrition best practices to community-based health programs, and local partner capacity-building. – Experience managing USAID-funded projects. – Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written documents, including reports to senior management, donors, partners, and project stakeholders. – Familiarity with the Uganda health infrastructure, especially that of Northern Region. – Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking abilities. – Ability to think strategically and critically, and devise innovative solutions to meet project targets and address gaps/challenges. – Ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and accomplish objectives with limited onsite supervision. – Fluency in English (written & spoken); proficiency in local language an advantage.

How to Apply

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, salary history and expectations, and 3 references by email (preferred) to: jobsug@wellshareinternational.org with the position name in the title of the email.Please do not attach certificates Hard copy applications may be submitted by mail to HR Dept., WellShare International, P.O. Box 35514, Kampala, Uganda. Failure to submit complete applications will result in disqualification. Application Deadline: Open until filled

Nutritionist Job Vacancies in Uganda at Mildmay

Job Title : Nutritionist

 
Job Description

Directorate: Clinical Services
Reports to: Administratively to Head of Therapies and operationally to Head of Paediatrics

Job Summary: The post holder will be responsible for the provision of nutrition services to meet the patient’s needs and the objectives of the Mildmay Uganda

Job Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics and must be registered with the relevant professional body/council. He/she must have at least 2 years’ practical experience in nutritional support. Experience in HIV/AIDS nutritional care issues is desirable. He/she must have knowledge of local languages.

For all positions above, other qualities are:  Good communication and interpersonal skills, Proficiency in various MS office packages and working knowledge of English and local language(s) are crucial. Hard working, trust-worthy, and holding the highest levels of integrity and confidentiality. Must be flexible, reliable, able to work under pressure; and in sympathy with the Christian values of Mildmay International. Evidence of a non-judgemental approach regarding race, religion, culture, sexuality and lifestyle is critical.


How to Apply

Interested persons who meet the requirements should apply to The Human Resource Manager at Mildmay Uganda, Entebbe Road, Lweza at hr@mildmay.or.ug clearly indicating in the subject of the email, the position applied for or through P.O. Box 24985, Kampala not later than Friday 13 January 2012. Certified copies of academic transcripts, a full CV indicating current salary and other benefits should be provided, and two professional referees (one of which should be a former employer). Candidates with incomplete information will not be short-listed.