Sponsorship Assistant Job Vacancy in Uganda at Plan International

Job Title: Sponsorship Assistant

Responsibilities:
• Type, proof read and compile all Sponsor Child Introductions (SCI) and Sponsored Child Updates (SCU) for each month in time
• Use checklist to ensure that information on the SCIs and SCUs is accurate
• Download quality photos from the field staff to a designated file for future use
• Enter New Enrolment into the ES4 system and upload to child data photos and SCIs of all pooled children within specified time
• Update Sponsorship Coordinator on all SC Communications that raise queries from time to time.
• Support community training in Sponsorship communications
• Proof read all Sponsored child communications to ensure that no NOIs arise from statements made in the communications
• Participate in working with children and community members to produce quality and timely Area Overviews, Area Updates and Development Education Communication
• Enter all Sponsor Child and Sponsor data or SC gifts in the system correctly, accurately within one week from the date of receipt.
• Type cancellation/graduation memos in free format correctly, accurately and timely before submitting to the sponsorship Coordinator for final editing and quality control
• Support enrolment of SCs in new locations.
• Enter into child data SCI information with complete quality photos for new enrolments.
Requirement:
Qualifications /Skills/ Experience:

• Advanced Diploma in Secretarial Studies.
• Good computer skills especially in Micro-soft Word and Excel
• Good typing skills of not less than 50 words per minute.
• Knowledge and Experience in Database management may be an added advantage.
• Must have at least 3 years working experience preferably with an NGO.
• Must demonstrate ability to generate and utilize digital images
• Has experience in Basic backup and recovery procedures for corporate systems.
• Has experience working on a LAN environment.
• Interest in addressing children, family and community development issues.
• Proficiency in both oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic hardware problems.
• Open, friendly and pleasant personality.

How to apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should forward soft copies of letters of application, together with a CV to the email address below Indicating the Job title as the subject. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates, names and contact details of three references plus salary history should be included and sent to:-

The Country Human Resources Manager,
Plan Uganda

Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org.

Please note that no hard copies will be accepted.

Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please consider your application unsuccessful in case you do not hear from us by 15th November, 2013.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Jobs at USAID Uganda - Project Management Specialist , Maternal and Child Health

Job Title: Project  Management  Specialist , Maternal  and  Child  Health


USAID Uganda  is  recruiting  a qualified  Ugandan  to fill  the position   above

Duties:
• Provides  technical  and  professional  leadership  to plan , implement  , monitor  and
• Oversee mission supported maternal  and child  health  activities .
Qualifications:

• International  Health  , Public  Health , Medicine  or other  relevant  degree.
• Some reproductive  health  or safe  motherhood  courses  are  advantageous .
• At least  five years  of progressively  responsible  professional  experience  in public  management  or  program  management ;  experience in maternal  and child  health  is preferred .
• Work experience  should  include  at least  two  years   of planning  , developing , and  implementing  and managing  public  health  programs  in  resource  poor  settings .
• Demonstrated  experience in coordination of  large –scale  projects  a must
• S/he must  be able to  work  effectively  in a team  environment  and  coordinate  well  with  others.

Salary range : Uganda Shillings  58,213,135  to  83, 870, 107  p.a  inclusive   of allowances.

How to apply:

Full  position  description  can be  found  at ; http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job-opportunities.html

Applications  must be submitted  , a cover letter  and resume  with references  expressing  interest  and attach  copies  of  testimonials  , certificates  etc and send  to the  American  Embassy,  HR  office  , by  e-mail ;KampalaHR@state.gov  to reach  in  September

Application Deadline: 24th Sept 2013

Regional Communication Officer at FHI 360 in Uganda

Job Title: Regional  Communication  Officer

Duties:

• Support  review, field  tests  and  customizing  integrated  campaign  materials  to reflect  regional  contexts .
• Support  the  process  of identifying , training and supervising  community  campaign  champions  and  MARPS,  linking  supply  and  demand  side  communication.
• Document  and monitor  HC  activities  and  develop  success  stories  on a  regular  basis .
• Develop  activity reports  and participate  in developing  quarterly and annual  basis

Qualification and Experiences, Skills:

• A  minimum  of  bachelors  degree  in communication , social  sciences , public health  or related   field  with 3  years experience  in  health  communication , community  mobilization  or advocacy .
• Experience working  with districts , implementing  partiners  and local  leaders .
• Prior  experience  with  health  communication   and  community  mobilization.
• Ability to work  independently  and manage a high  volume work flow
• Strong written  and verbal communication  skills  in English  ( and at least  one regional  language )

How to apply:

All candidates should submit a cover letter, CV/resume including salary requirements to;
The Human Resource,
FHI 360 Plot 15 Kitante Close ,
P. O.Box 5768  
Kampala, Uganda

FHI 360   has a competitive compensation package


Application Deadline: 20th Sept 2013

Bio-security and Infrastructure Jobs in Uganda at U. S. Mission, Uganda

Job Title: Public Health Specialist Bio-security and Infrastructure

Qualifications

Education:
• Completion  of a  bachelor’s  degree in Medical  Laboratory  Technology is  required  Additional six  months hands-on  post-graduation training in a clinical  setting  is required.
• Registration with the Ministry of Health Allied Health Professional Council is required.

Work experience:
• A minimum  of five  years working  in a clinical  laboratory   setting either  HIV/AIDS  health care or a national reference  laboratory  or research oriented facility  is required  of  which  three years  were  in implementing  or overseeing  laboratory   quality systems

Knowledge:
• Comprehensive  knowledge and  experience  in advanced  laboratory  medicine  is required  including  a  comprehensive  knowledge of procedures  for laboratory  diagnostics laboratory  informatics  and  associated technologies .
• Through  knowledge  of the  current  HIV/AIDS  national  and global  situation  is  required .
• Good  working knowledge  of the principles  of laboratory   management including  strategic planning  , personal management  and forecasting  and management   of procurement  supplies  and equipment  is required .

Roles:

• After  an initial  application  screening  applicants  will be  invited  to a  testing   process  that may  include  a  written  examination  and oral  interviews.
• The  selected  candidate must pass pre-employment  medical  and  security  investigations  before  beginning  work  . The  initial  appointment  period  is one  year  , subject  to renewal .
• Normally candidates for employment are hired at the first step of the designated per grade.  In some  instances  , candidates  may be  hired  at a  higher step  when  exceptional  qualifications  or  previous  governmental  service  and pay  level  so  warrant .
• The Human Resources Officer will make the decision with the concurrence of the employing section.

How to apply

Interested   candidates for  this  position  must  submit  the  following  for consideration of application ;

University  Application  for Employment  as a  Locally  Employed staff of Family  Member  , A current  resume  or curriculum vitae.

Candidates who claim US Veterans preference   must provide a copy of their application. Candidates who  claim       conditional US  Veterans  preference  must submit  documentation  confirming eligibility  for a  cord national  preference  in hiring with their application. Any other documentation that addresses the qualifications requirements of the position as listed above.

Submit Application to:
Human Resources Office
Email at KampalaHR@state.gov

Application Deadline: 13th Sept 2013

Senior Technical Advisor Job Vacancy in Uganda at URC Limited

Job Title: Senior Technical Advisor - Institutionalization, Kampala

Job Description:

Senior Quality Improvement Advisor – Institutionalization

Hours: Full-time

Location : Kampala, Uganda

Salary : Commensurate with required experience and qualifications

University Research Co., LLC (URC)

URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC's mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission ( http://www.urc-chs.com/ ).

Division & Project Overview

The URC Quality & Performance Institute (QPI) is a division of URC which serves as an organizing force to bring together best practices, staff experience, partnerships, and documentation on improving health care at URC. The USAID Applying Science to Strengthen and Improve Systems ( ASSIST) Project is URC's flagship project in quality improvement.

ASSIST is managed by URC's Quality and Performance Institute, (QPI), which has implemented quality improvement and operations research programs in health care since 1981 and continues to be at the cutting edge of health care improvement work in countries around the world.

Roles and Responsibilities:

URC is seeking a dynamic and qualified individual to fill the position of Senior Quality Improvement (QI) Advisor – Institutionalization at the Kampala Uganda office on a one year renewable contract to provide technical and other support at policy level, leadingto institutionalization ofquality improvement in the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development (MoGLSD).

Enable and steer the national level drive to:

Build Quality Improvement (QI) competencies of senior MoH and MoGLSD officials
Ensure QI approach is embedded into all activities across all departments in the MoH and Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in the MoGLSD.
Integrate QI into policies, guidelines and other government guiding documents in the MoH and MoGLSD
Advocate for Quality Improvement (QI) in meetings and other activities at the highest levels in the MoH and MoGLSD
Prioritize QI activities in the MoH and MoGLSD, including allocation of time and finances to QI activities

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Experience & Qualifications

Advanced degree in public health and / or social sciences
Five or more years' experience in a senior government position
Experience in Quality Improvement approaches.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

Proficient in relevant computer applications and databases.
Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills.
Excellent past performance references (contacts should be provided at time of application).

How to apply:

For immediate consideration, please visit URC's Career Opportunities page at www.urc-chs.com/careers.

Please cut and paste your cover letter and upload your CV where indicated. Also, please complete your application form and attach a completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet as well.

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you very much for your interest.

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Deadline: 17/ 06 /2013

Malaria Program Manager Job Vacancy in Uganda at Clinton Health Access

Job Title: Malaria Program Manager

The Clinton Health Access Initiative is a global health organization committed to strengthening integrated health systems in the developing world and expanding access to care and treatment for HIV/AIDS,

Responsibilities
• Policy ; Support the ministry of health to develop appropriate policies and strategies to improve access to malaria diagnosis and usage of effective treatment in the public and private sectors ;
• Forecasting ; Support the analysis of current malaria drug and diagnosic usage , pipeline stock , and consumption trends in order to optimize logistics ;
• Operational Research ; Develop and implement OR projects to improve patient treatment in health facilities and help to scale effective interventions nationality and
• Capacity Building ; work with the Ministry of Health to strengthen systems and build capacity around the national response

How to apply

The People and Change Division
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited
Communications House , 1 Colvile Street
P. O. Box 8053 Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 08 /06 /2013

Malaria Control Culture Job Vacancy in Uganda at Malaria Consortium

Job Title: Malaria Control Culture

Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organizations dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa.

Specifications
• A Masters degree in International health , Epidemiology or Communicable Disease Control or a degree continued with substantial public health experience
• Minimum of three years of experience working in Public health implementation or communicable disease control in Africa
• Experience in designing and supervising behavioral change communications strategies
• Experience in carrying out field –based operational research

Desirable
• Experience in planning , implementing and reviewing advocacy activities or programs .
• A commitment to health systems research , an orientation towards enquiry and learning and an appreciation and understanding of approaches to foster systematic and sustainable change

How to apply

Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a detailed CV, a covering letter explaining how and why you are suited to the role , and the contact details of three referees quoting the reference number to hr.uganda@malariaconsortium.org

Deadline: 07 / 06 / 2013

Assistant District Health Officer Job Vacancy in Uganda at Arua District Local Government

Job Title: Assistant District Health Officer


Job ID:
603
Location:
Arua, , Uganda
Category:
Health Care
Salary:

Job Views:
5
Employment Type:
Full time
Posted:
04.25.2013

Job Description:

Arua District Local  Government  is seeking to employ  suitable  applicants  to fill the  vacant post above .

Job Requirements:

Reports to :  District  Health Officer
Qualifications
•    Must have a  Bachelors Degree in Nursing  from  a  recognized Institution  or  Bachelors of Public Health Nursing
•    Double  Trained Nurse/Midwife.
•    Diploma  in Health  Services Management  or related management  from  recognized  Institution
•    Must be  registered with Uganda  Nursing  and  Midwifery  Council
•    Should have a  working experience  of at least  six  years  as  Health worker , three of which  should  be  in a management  position.


How to apply
Applications  are  invited  from suitably  qualified  Ugandans  to fill  the vacant  posts that  exist in Arua District  Local  Government  and Arua  Municipal Council as listed below .
Applications  should be  submitted  in triplicate on Public  Service Commission form No.  3(2008) to the  Secretary,  District  Service  Commission , P. O. Box  1, Arua,
The  application  forms can  be  obtained from  the  offices  of  Secretaries of District  Service Commission’s  or  Public  Service  Commission , Farmers  House , Parliament  venue-Kampala.
Applications  should  bear  the title  of the post as well as the  reference  number as  indicated   and  telephone contact.  Applicants  should attach  photocopies of all  required documents  and passport size  photograph to each form. Handwritten applications  with the  required attachments  are  acceptable . Serving officers should route their applications  through their heads of  Department  who should  be informed of the  closing  date  to avoid delay.

Deadline:  17/05 /2013

Orthopedic Officer Jobs Opportunity in Uganda at Yumbe District Service Commission

Job Title: Orthopedic Officer


Yumbe District Service Commission is seeking to employ suitable qualified applicants for the vacant position above.
Job Purpose
• To participate in the management of patients with injuries , broken bones , muscles, joints and nerve problems .

Key Functions
• Carrying out clinical work and managing patients
• Providing pre and post-operative care to patients ;

Qualifications
• Must have a Diploma in Orthopedics from a recognized Institution.
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.

How to apply
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the above vacancy in Yumbe District. Applications in triplicate in the PSC Form 3 together with passport size photographs and copies of academic documents should reach the Secretary District Service Commission .
Application form (PSC Form 3) can be obtained from the Secretary DSC or any nearby district, or Public Service Commission , Kampala.

Deadline: 08 / 04 /2013

Health Assistant Jobs Opportunity in Uganda at Yumbe District Service Commission

Job Title: Health Assistant

Yumbe District Service Commission is seeking to employ suitable qualified applicants for the vacant position above.
Job Purpose
• To prevent and control the spread of diseases in the community

Key Functions
• Participate in community Based Environmental Health Activities

Qualifications
• Must have a Certificate in Environment Health Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.

How to apply
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the above vacancy in Yumbe District. Applications in triplicate in the PSC Form 3 together with passport size photographs and copies of academic documents should reach the Secretary District Service Commission .
Application form (PSC Form 3) can be obtained from the Secretary DSC or any nearby district, or Public Service Commission , Kampala.

Deadline: 08 / 04 /2013

Project Manager Jobs Vacancy at AMREF in Uganda

Job Title: Project Manager

Job ID:
407
Location:
Kampala, Kampala,
Category:
Management
Salary:

Job Views:
10
Employment Type:
Full time
Posted:
03.21.2013

Job Description:

AMREF  is the  largest  indigenous  health development  non-governmental  organization based  in Africa .
Job Requirements:

Responsibilities
•    Responsible for day to day project implementation  of activities  and to ensure  the  successful  implementation  of quality   Sexual Reproductive health  project  within the approved  cost , schedule and quality .
•    The incumbent  is expected  to have specific  responsibility  for reporting to  and liaising  with donors  on respective  projects .
•    The position holder is expected  to ensure approved  project deliverables  are achieved  according to agreed  contractual obligations .
•     The manager will  oversee the implementation  of the technical , financial and administrative components of the project  and will work closely with  the project officer and accountants  and others
Qualifications
•    Masters  degree  in  Public  Health
•    A  medical  background  is an added advantage .
•    5 years of progressive  diverse experience  in the direct  implementation  of  SRH/MCH  projects , 3 of  which should  be at a   senior  Management  level.

How to apply
If you would like  to join  this dynamic team , please send  an updated  CV  including  three work related  references and cover letter to the Human Resources  Manager, AMREF  Uganda  by e-mail to jobs.amrefuganda@amref.org


Deadline: 28/ 03 /2013