Jobs at Uganda Aids Commission Secretariat

Job Title : Director – Partnerships
Salary Scale : UAC 2
Reports to : Director General
Responsible for : Head – National Response
Head – Decentralized Response

Job Purpose: To coordinate the identification, establishment / strengthening of collaboration and working linkages with UAC Partners in the National response to HIV / AIDS.

Key Outputs
i. Guidelines for the participation of partners in the HIV / AIDS National responses developed;
ii. Logistical support of the operations of the Partnership Committee and the other organs of the partnership mechanisms provided;
iii. Activities of SCEs in the national response effectively coordinated.
iv. Guidelines for the establishment of networks and partnerships amongst stakeholders at different levels developed.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
i. Coordinate the review and development of guidelines for the establishment of networks and partnerships amongst stakeholders at different levels for a harmonized response
ii. Coordinate the development and present guidelines for the participation of partners in the nation response to UAC top management and partners
iii. Plans and Organizes for logistical support for the operations of the partnership Committee and the other organs of the partnership mechanism
iv. Coordinate the activities of the SCEs in the national response
v. Attends meetings, workshops and conferences to advocate and seek support for UAC;
vi. Supervises and appraises performance of the staff of the Directorate;
vii. Deputizes the DG as may be designated from time to time;
viii. Coordinates t he preparation and presents work plans, budgets and performance reports of the Directorate;
ix. Accounts for fiscal and other resources of the Directorate.

Person Specifications

Qualifications: An Honours Bachelors degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences or Social Work & Social Administration from a recognized University plus Masters Degree in Public Administration, Management, Business Administration or Development Studies from a recognized University or Institute.

Experience: Minimum of twelve (12) years working experience five (5) of which must have been served at Senior Management level in Government or equivalent level of experience in a reputable organization.

Competences: Sound knowledge of HIV / AIDS policies, plans and response strategies; Communicate effectively; Planning, organizing and coordinating; Problem solving and decision making; Strategic thinking; Leadership and team work; Accountability; Public relationsand customer care; Coaching and mentoring; Negotiation; Networking; Running effective meetings


How to apply:
If you believe that you meet our requirements, have the necessary skills and required experience, apply attaching copies of your academic and professional certificates/testimonials and your CV showing your postal address, names of 3 referees and a daytime telephone contact, to the Director General, using the address below so as to reach not later than 2nd December 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Submit application to:
Director General,
Uganda AIDS Commission,
Plot 1-3 Salim Bay Road, Ntinda;
P.O Box 10779, Kampala – Uganda.


Deadline: 2nd December 2011