Project Manager job in uganda at International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease

Job title:Project Manager

Location: Kampala, Uganda


The mission of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) is to bring innovation, expertise, solutions and support to address health challenges in low- and middle-income populations. With nearly 10,000 members and subscribers from 145 countries, The Union has its headquarters in Paris and regional and country offices serving the Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, North America and South-East Asia regions. Its scientific departments focus on tuberculosis, HIV, lung health and non-communicable diseases, tobacco control and research. Each department engages in research, provides technical assistance and offers training and other capacity-building activities leading to health solutions for the poor. For more information, please visit our website: www.theunion.org.

The Union is seeking a qualified local candidate for the position of Project Manager, SPARK-TB project to be posted in Kampala, Uganda. The position is dependent upon availability of funds.

Overall Role: The post holder will provide direction and management of The Union's SPARK-TB Project, in Uganda, as well as ensure the smooth and efficient running of the technical, administrative and financial operations. S/he will report to the Director of the Department of TB/HIV, and will work in close liaison with the Technical Advisor, also based in Uganda, who will provide technical expertise and guidance to the project.

Key Responsibilities: 1. Provide overall project management and direction on strategy implementation of project goals, including the development of the annual operational plan, drafting internal and external project reports. 2. Provide final project financial oversight, including: analysis of budget, financial reports and provision of recommendations to The Union on project budget forecasts and expenditures. 3. Serve as project liaison and spearheads collaborations with The Union (Paris), Ministry of Health (MoH), District Health Office, Divisional Health Office, implementing partners and international donors. 4. Provide technical assistance to the District and Divisional Heath Officers and the Private Health Providers in the areas of Directly Observed Therapy-short course (DOTS), TB/HIV and the Public-Private Mix (PPM) and conducts site visits as necessary. 5. Review monthly and quarterly progress reports drafted by project staff and takes action as necessary, and submits monthly internal progress reports to The Union and quarterly external reports for WHO-TB REACH Secretariat. 6. Responsible for supervising partner collaboration, particularly the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Program (NTLP) and the District Health office, including ensuring effective implementation of agreed activities and accurate reporting ( technical and financial). 7. Recruit and supervise project staff (with support from the Technical Advisor). 8. Ensure the integrity of the project and The Union such that they are faithfully represented in all project activities. 9. Responsible for overseeing specific Union office project-related activities – car management and logistics. 10. Ensure compliance with The Union's Standard Operations Manual. 11. Other duties as required by the Director of the Department of TB/HIV.

Qualifications:

Medical Doctor with a Masters Degree in Public Health.
Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar or related position.
Understanding and experience in tuberculosis control.
Good knowledge and experience in working with international donors, and the reporting (financial and technical) requirements required
Ability to produce workplans and technical reports.
Strategic planning experience desirable.
Excellent professional approach.
Strong communication, interpersonal and teambuilding skills.
Strong coordination and representation skills.
Computer literacy especially in MS-Office, email and internet.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Previous work experience in the private health sector and/or with the NTLP an added advantage.

How to Apply Please send a cover letter and your resume to hr@theunion.org Kindly note that the position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Due to the urgency of this position, it may be filled before the closing date. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Sunday, 14 August 2011