Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) Careers- Job Employment Opportunities

Job Title: Data Operations Manager – Research. Educational Requirements and Professional Experience: -         Bachelors Degree in Statistics , Computer Science or related field is required. -         Masters Degree in Biostatistics/Epidemiology/Public Health is an added advantage. -         At least 5 years progressive experience in clinical research data management. -         1-2 years Project Management experience. -         1-2 years staff supervisory experience. Technical Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: -         Relational database management knowledge,...

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Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) Career Job Vacancy

Job Title:  IT Manager. Principal Accountabilities:-         Control and enhance operations of the IDI computing infrastructure and maintain IT systems such as to minimize IT service downtime.-         Administration and management of IT systems e.g. Databases, shared storage, Email etc.-         Relationship management with Information Services Head of Department, Information Services section managers, external vendors, partner institutions and general IDI users. -         Management and supervision of the IT staff to ensure that the section is adequately staffed and the team is equipped with the necessary skills.-        ...

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Data Reviewer Job Opportunity at Infectious Diseases Institute

Job Title:  Data Reviewer Educational Requirements:-         University Degree.-         Computer literacy.-         2 years in electronic data entry.-         A good understanding of HIV/AIDS related issues. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:-         Knowledge of medical terminology.-         Speed and accuracy at basic computer keyboard manipulation.-         Demonstrated ability to work in a team.-         Good communication skills.-        ...

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Infectious Diseases Institute Jobs Vacancies (New)

Job Title: Data Operations Manager – Research. Educational Requirements and Professional Experience:-         Bachelors Degree in Statistics , Computer Science or related field is required.-         Masters Degree in Biostatistics/Epidemiology/Public Health is an added advantage.-         At least 5 years progressive experience in clinical research data management.-         1-2 years Project Management experience.-         1-2 years staff supervisory experience. Technical Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:-         Relational database management knowledge,...

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Makerere University- Financial Services

Finance department is strategically located in the Main Administration Block, Makerere University. Its headed by the Director of Finance/University Bursar. It has eight sections i.e. Halls/Student welfare, Grants/Sponsered Projects, Income Generating Unit, Salaries and Wages, Accounts, Expenditure and Payables, Reporting and Accountability; and Budget Monitoring. Under the above sections there are sub-sections: Budgeting Section, Commitment Control Section, Cash  Management & Revenue Section, Asset management and Stores management As a department of  Makerere University,which is a non-profit making Institution, Finance Department  is the Centre of all financial services in the University, responsible for maintaining the proper accounting...

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Makerere University Graduation List

Academic Calendar for Academic year 2010/2011  Makerere University will hold graduation ceremonies in the week beginning 17th Jan 2011, The full makerere university graduation list with all the names of the graduands will be posted here in a short while. However, here is the Makerere University Calender for the year 2010/2011. 2009/2010 SEMESTER DATES Semester Two Vacation: Saturday, 29th May, 2010 to Saturday, 21st August, 2010 Recess Term: Saturday, 29th May, 2010 to Saturday, 7th August, 2010 (10 weeks) 2010/2011 SEMESTER DATES Orientation Week: Saturday, 14th August, 2010 to Friday, 20th August, 2010 (7 days) Semester One: Saturday, 21st August, 2010 to Saturday, 18th December, 2010 (17 weeks) Semester One Vacation: Saturday, 18th December, 2010 to Saturday, 29th...

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Jobs at U. S. Mission in Uganda

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OPEN TO:     All Current Locally Engaged Candidates Job Title:         Work Order Control/Maintenance Clerk; FP-AA; FSN-4 OPENING DATE:  December 30, 2010 CLOSING DATE:  January 12, 2011 WORK HOURS:    Full-time; 40 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.  "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda.  CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The...

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U. S. Mission in Uganda Jobs Vacancies

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Number: 117/2010 Date: 12/30/2010 Job Title:       Chauffeur; FP-BB; FSN-3 OPENING DATE:  December 30, 2010 CLOSING DATE:  January 12, 2011 WORK HOURS:     Full-time; 45 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. "The American Embassy is seeking for an individual for the position of Chauffeur in the GSO (Motor-pool) Section." BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION  Operates a passenger vehicle in accordance with dispatcher's instructions to transport Embassy personnel and official visitors within the city and surrounding areas. A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities...

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Business Clinical Manager Job Vacancy

Job Title: Business Clinical Manager Salary: $ 2500 Manages, plans and coordinates the operations of the Hospital. Minimum Requirements Degree in Medicine from Recognised University . Have knowledge of office management and administrative procedures and the ability to supervise and review the work of others. Knowledge of CPT/ICD-9 coding procedures and be familiar with Medicaid, Medicare and commercial insurance billing procedures. Experience in healthcare management preferred and familiarity with medical records administration, medical terminology and knowledge of clinic and physician/patient protocol. Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to read, analyse and interpret general business periodicals,...

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Distance Learning in Partnership with Makerere University

Diploma in Palliative Care offered by Hospice Africa Uganda in partnership with Makerere University and African Palliative Care Association Information for potential Applicants For 2010/2011 Academic Year Introduction:This 12 month programme is offered by Makerere University through its affiliated institution Hospice Africa Uganda in partnership with the African Palliative Care Association. It is specifically designed to be applicable to Palliative Care in the African setting. Through the use of a distance learning modality, it is aimed that a wider audience from different African countries will be able to participate in the course, thereby helping to increase the availability of Palliative Care. Date of next Intake: July/August 2010 (exact dates to be communicated) Overall...

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UNIX Administrator

Job Title:UNIX Administrator  Salary: 1.8 - 2.5M Net the main scope of your responsibilities will includes System Admin whereby the main role is the maintenance of servers, AD, Exchange 2003, Windows 2000 servers. The role will be: responsible for the installation, configuration and maintenance of the organization's NT operating systems and all related systems and software. to provide best practice support services for the systems under Enterprise Support Services (ESS) management responsibility. to maintain, tune and patch systems for optimum performance and security. to ensure changes are planned and implemented in a sound low risk manner, without creating system outages. to provide implementation support for Enterprise Support Services (ESS) to approved projects, when...

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International Volunteers

Information for potential International Professional Volunteers at Hospice Africa Uganda:This section will provide some points to consider if you are thinking about volunteering with HAU as an International Volunteer. These are only initial considerations - to further explore this possibility please contact (Betty Babirye: betty@hospiceafrica.or.ug , betty.babirye@gmail.com at HAU. International Professional Volunteers are usually clinical but HAU also welcomes enquiries from others including professionals, i.e. from  Administration, Accounts or  IT and gap year students. The volunteers play a major role in taking over a substantial post at Hospice and in sharing their skills with our teams, to support individual and team development. Volunteers stay for a minimum period...

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Community volunteering Vacancies in Africa

Community volunteers are essential for the identification and support of those most vulnerable in the communities who are suffering from critical illness or are at the end of life. They give invaluable support to the patients, their families and their carers. These are selected by their own communities, through their leaders, as those who the community would like to care for them when ill.  Hospice then provides training in simple nursing techniques in the home. They will advise the families on early detection of HIV, breast cancer, cervical cancer and other signs of early cancer. They are also trained to identify patients in need of palliative care services. Community volunteers were initiated to serve the 57% of our people who never reach a Health worker. These people also...

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Volunteering Opportunities at Hospice Africa Uganda

Since work began in Uganda in 1993, volunteers have played an important part in the success of Hospice Africa Uganda. Volunteers generally work with the team in Uganda, but as other projects grow they will also welcome volunteers. The visit can be for a period as short as two weeks or for as long as two years, depending on the needs of the organization at any given time and the skills the volunteer has to offer. We a grateful for all applications, but not all who apply can be accepted. A Placement Policy is nearing completion; meanwhile the following guide will give some indication of what is required. It is important to remember that, as a volunteer, you are there to serve the needs of the organization and those it cares for. Our volunteers need to:     * Have a genuine concern...

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Internal Auditor

Job title: Internal Auditor Company: Hospice Africa Uganda (HAU) Since its foundation in 1993, Hospice Africa Uganda has promoted modern methods of pain and symptom control as well as “whole-person” care for patients living with cancer and HIV/AIDS. It strives to uphold excellent clinical standards, as well as providing quality education courses and advocacy activities to promote spread of palliative care. Closing date: 13 Jan 2011 Location: Uganda - Kampala As Internal Auditor you will carry out an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures and standards by which the HAU's financial, physical and information resources are managed. Add value by acting as a facilitator in business risk management and carrying out value for money reviews, thereby...

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