Blood Donor Recruitment Manager Vacancy in uganda at Uganda Red Cross Society

Job Title: Blood Donor Recruitment Manager
Duty Station: Mbarara
Reports to: The Program Manager
Grade: UR 6-1

Job Summary
The job holder shall coordinate the strategy, policy as well as provide support for Regional Blood Donor Recruitment (BDR) staff, Branch Managers and Project Managers on implementation of BDR projects so as to recruit, educate, care, motivate and maintain donors on a regular basis while maintaining close consultations with the Program Managers and overseeing the regional BRD Counselors

Key Duties/ Responsibilities:
Advisor Support:
• Initiates and guides, Regional BDR staff and Branch staff in the implementation of BDR recruitment Activities;
• Organizes and publicizes BDR sessions and gives information to blood Donors in close cooperation with the Blood Bank;
• Works with the URCS Regional staff, Community Counselors and volunteers in the formation, support and strengthening of Blood Donor Clubs in the catchment region
• Ensures timely submission of regional data, activity reports and accountabilities on a quarterly and annual basis

Minimum Qualifications and Working Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration and Education or its equivalent Substantial skills in social mobilization; Experience in a reputable organization at similar position for at least 2 years is an added advantage; competencies in Transfusion Transmitted Infection related counseling; a team player with excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills a plus.

How to Apply:
Submit your application with copies of curriculum Vitae with three referees, copies of academic certificates, day time telephone contact to:
The Secretary General,
Uganda Red Cross Society,
Plot 551/555 Lubaga Road,
P.O.Box 494, Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 20th October 2011 at 5:00pm