Medical Clinical Officer Job at Infectious Diseases Institute

Job Title: Medical Clinical Officer

Background:
IDI received 5-year funding ending September 2013 for implementation of activities funded through the US Department of Health and Human Services/Centres for Disease Control Cooperative Agreement awarded for the Project “Building Capacity for Scaling up HIV/AIDS Services in the districts of Kibaale, Kiboga, Kyankwanzi, Hoima, Masindi and Buliisa.”

This project facilitates collaboration between the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), other partners and the mentioned districts to build capacity of the districts’ health systems to enable them scale up HIV/AIDS services.

As part of the continued plan to implement the above objectives, IDI is in the process of recruiting a qualified individual to fill the position of Medical Clinical Officer.

1. Medical Clinical Officer- (1 position)

Educational Requirements:

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community health.
• Must be registered with the Allied Health professionals’ Council
• At least 2 years of post-qualification professional experience
• Formal training in HIV/AIDS care and treatment for Clinical officers.
• Use of computers including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, email and Internet.



Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
• Ability to communicate with patients in local language
• Knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS related issues
• Knowledge of good clinical procedures and practices
• Ability to work effectively in a team as well as working with district teams



Responsibilities:

1. Participate in drawing up schedules for the Short Team Technical Assistance Team (STTAT) in the District.
2. Conduct technical support supervision of HIV /AIDS activities in project supported Health facilities in the Districts.
3. Ensure the capacity of Health Workers in supported facilities is built through appropriate Continuous Professional Development sessions and Mentorship Programme.
4. Participate in the planning, budgeting and report generation for STTAT related activities.
5. Ensure quality in all activities conducted by the STTAT.
6. Participate in the quality management of HIV patients in the supported health facilities.
7. Communicate professionally in writing as well generation of reports.
8. Ensure that all activities pertaining to HIV prevention, care and treatment services are offered according to National policies and guidelines.
9. Any others responsibilities assigned by management in line within project scope of work


Key outputs:
• Improved quality of service provision in supported HIV clinics
• Improved linkages of HIV positive persons identified through HCT (both Community and PITC) to care.
• Regular support supervision visits, mentorship sessions and CME’s in all supported facilities.
• Participate in the process of accreditation of sites that are yet unaccredited for provision of Anti retroviral therapy services.

COMPENSATION:
Compensation for the position will be commensurate with experience, and training.


Qualified and interested persons may apply online at hr@idi.co.ug OR Send an application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to:

The Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P. O. Box 22418, Kampala.

The closing date for the applications is 22nd July 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

NB: Candidates MUST be willing to work and live in Kibaale district.

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The procurement Officer Job in Uganda at National Management Authority

The National Management Authority
Job Title: The procurement Officer

Qualifications and Experience
• A good degree in Economics, Business Administration procurement & Logistics . Apost graduate diploma project planning and management , public procurement management as added advantage for those without first degrees in procurement and logistics
• A masters degree in the above disciplines is added advantage
• At least 5 years experience in business environment in procurement services either public either public or private sector or international organizations
• Full membership of the institute of procurement professionals in Uganda
• Not less than 30
Age not less than 30
Remuneration for the above positions is attractive.
Applicants should submit applications in their own hand writing and deliver by hand or through post and enclose copies of testimonials and should include o and A Level Certificates and A detailed curriculum Vitae including 3 referees

Age not less than 30

Addressed to

The executive Director
The National Management Authority
NEMA House , plot 17/19/21, Jinja road
P.O BOX 22255,KAMPALA
To reach the above addressed by 5 pm 27th July 2011

Note
The job title should be printed on top of the left hand corner of the envelope
Applicants should heard from us by 31 October

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District Support officer Job at NEMA

Job Title:District Support officer
The district support officer reports to district support coordinator. He or she must be responsible of liaising with other NEMA Departments, central and local government Agencies, private sector.

Qualifications
• Advanced degree in Natural Resource Management, environment Sciences or environment management disciplines
• Post Graduate training in Development planning and community mobilization will be added advantage

Experiences
• At least 5 years experience in the field of local government and community development programs

Key competences/ skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ethics standard management
• High level of integrity
• Presentation Skills

Age not less than 30
Remuneration for the above positions is attractive.
Applicants should submit applications in their own hand writing and deliver by hand or through post and enclose copies of testimonials and should include o and A Level Certificates and A detailed curriculum Vitae including 3 referees

Age not less than 30

Addressed to

The executive Director
The National Management Authority
NEMA House , plot 17/19/21, Jinja road
P.O BOX 22255,KAMPALA
To reach the above addressed by 5 pm 27th July 2011

Note
The job title should be printed on top of the left hand corner of the envelope
Applicants should heard from us by 31 October

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Chemonics International Jobs Vacancies

Job Title: HIV Support & Treatment Specialist

Chemonics International, a Washington DC based consulting ', firm, seeks a qualified candidate for a full-time Care. Support & \ Treatment Specialist position for the Technical Management Agent j for Civil Society Fund (CSF TMA) project. The purpose of the CSF is to bring together multiple donor funds and disperse grants to civil society that are aligned with national plans and decision taking • processes and enable an effective, scaled up, and comprehensive i response to HIV/AIDS and OVC. The TMA Project works in close | partnership with the CSF Steering Committee (SC). .Uganda AIDS I Commission (UAC), Financial Management Agent (FMA), Monitoring ; and Evaluation Agent (MEA). and other key partners within the CSF. i The role of the CSF TMA includes building technical and institutional j capacities of the CSF sub-grantees; strengthening the operations of the CSF; providing technical support for the monitoring and management of CSF grants; establishing effective and transparent partnering mechanisms within the sub-grantees; strengthening technical and institutional capacities of sub-grantees to plan, manage, coordinate and improve delivery of quality services.

This position is based in Kampala. Uganda and requires relevant work experience and appropriate educational background, as outlined.

Position Description:
The Care, Support and Treatment Specialist has depth and breadth of technical expertise and experience to fulfill the technical requirements of the position. This is a professional position. The main responsibility is to provide technical assistance lo the project in the area of HIV care, support, and treatment.

Responsibilities/Duties:
1. Oversee project activities in HIV care, support and treatment:
a) Review grantee progress reports and write HIV care, treatment and support related sections in a variety of CSF reports.
b) Provide technical and institutional supportive supervision to allocated CSOs during the bi annual joint support supervision exercises, targeted support supervision and off site/desk support.
c) Lead the quarterly analyzing of HIV care, support and treatment data from the GIS and the CSF databases to provide evidence based information to improve the programs of the HIV/AIDS sub grantees
(J) Identify and disseminate HIV care, treatment and support related IEC/BCC materials; policies and guidelines.
e) Supervise HIV care, support and treatment related subcontractors contracted.
2. Provide HIV care, support and treatment related input into annual reviews and subsequent work plans development,
3. Provide input in the development, renewal and closeout of existing and potential CSF awards.
4. Adapt, disseminate, and operationalize technical resource materials for each technical area in HIV care, support and treatment
5. Provide input into the design and implementation of project operational studies (best practices, lessons learned, etc.)
Reporting:
The Care. Support and Treatment Specialist will report to the CSF TMA Senior Technical Advisor.


Job requirement

Required Experience and Academic Qualifications:

The proposed candidate must have:-
1. Degree in Medicine Post graduate training in public health or medicine is an added advantage
2. At least five years experience in HIV care, support and treatment programs
3. At least five years experience in building capacities of CSOs providing HIV care, support and treatment services.
4. Excellent analytical and writing skills with particular emphasis on proposal and report writing
5. Experience working on donor funded HIV care, support and treatment programs


How to apply

Application Instructions:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their electronic application in US Word or pdf file with a CV, 3 references and a brief cover letter explaining why they are suitable for the position to: csftmarecnjtt@C5f.Qr.uj. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview and the deadline for submitting applications is Monday July 18, 2011 at 5:00pm Please note that receipt of application does not guarantee any position with the Technical Management Agent for Civil Society Fund.

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Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE) Has a Job opportunity

Job Title: Chief Executive Secretary

Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE) is the largest non-governmental umbrella Farmers Organization in Uganda embracing farmers' organizations and agro-related industries, companies and service sector with the view of enhancing their capacity to render effective
Its mission is to advocate for favourable policies and strengthen farmers organizations for increased farmer empowerment.
The Federation seeks to recruit a person able to deliver with minimum supervision, hard working and dynamic with vast NGO and private companies experience. UNFFE invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans for the position below.

Position Title: Chief Executive Secretary (CES)
Location: UNFFE Secretariat
The successful candidate shall report to the National Executive Committee (NEC), headed by the President.


Responsibilities:
• Head of the Federation Technical Secretariat.
• Responsible for the daily operations of the Federation.
• Management and oversight of interface between the Federation and the stakeholders
• Lead and monitor activities of the Federation.
• Provide leadership and ensure corporate governance best practices.
• Guides NEC in strategic planning and direction for the development of the federation
• Frequently travel to the field to monitor activities being implemented by the member organizations.

The detailed description of duties and responsibilities and the detailed terms of reference is available at UNEFFE Offices.


Job requirement

Job Requirements:
1. University Degree in Public Administration and Management .Law, Business Administration or any other relevant field
2. Masters Degree in Human Resource Management or Public Administration and Management is a MUST.
3. Other Post graduate qualifications and demonstrated skills in project planning and Management will be an added advantage.
4. Minimum working experience of 5 years with National NGOs or Private Companies / Corporate at the level of Chief Executive Officer /Managing Director.
5. Good Communication and negotiation skills.
6. Ability to supervise staff and motivate them.


How to apply

Application letters with comprehensive CV including day time contacts and names of three independent referees should be sent or hand delivered to UNFFE Head Office at Plot 27 Nakasero Hill Road, P.O. Box. 6213, Kampala not later than Monday 18th / 07/ 2011

Application letters should be addressed to the President, UNFFE and should be clearly marked: APPLICATION FOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE SECRETARY on the envelope.

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Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Jobs- 2 Positions

Job Title: Medical Officer for Safe Male Circumcision

The Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation - Uganda (Baylor -Uganda) headquartered at Mulago hospital, is a comprehensive HIV care and treatment organization that supports the treatment and care of HIV infected and affected Children and Adults.

Baylor- Uganda has three operational areas; HIV/A1DS prevention, care and treatment services. Health Professional training and Clinical Research.

Baylor-Uganda is in receipt of PEPFAR grant through CDC, and is looking for knowledgeable, enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to become part of its comprehensive care and treatment team. In response to the increasing workload, these positions are available.

1. Medical Officer for Safe Male Circumcision- (2 positions)
Duty station: West Nile, Soroti
Reports to: The Care and Treatment Specialist

Role Definition: To plan and monitor the implementation of safe medical male circumcision activities in Partner Districts and Health facilities in accordance with MOH guidelines.

Key Result Areas.
• Develop, review and monitor monthly work plans for Safe medical Mate Circumcision for a given time frame in line with Baylor's planning and financial guide lines.
• Support partner Districts and Health facilities to integrate planning for Safe medical Male Circumcision into District work plans , budgets and performance measurement plans.
• Plan and participate in building the capacity of partner Districts and Health Facilities to integrate and implement Safe medical Male Circumcision activities in line with Baylor - Uganda set standards.
• Carry out monitoring and evaluation exercises of planned activities with the M&E team for safe medical male circumcision m accordance with the program evaluation guidelines.
• Support Partner Districts to conduct and coordinate progress review meetings, Men's reproductive health activities, Health Education, HCT and follow ups of cases with contraindications
and complications got as a result of Safe Male Circumcision.
• Provide technical support to partner Districts in integrating and conducting support supervision of safe male circumcision activities as part of the overall District plan for support supervision of Health services.
• Prepare reports about Safe Male Circumcision activities and submit them to the Care and Treatment specialist for review in accordance with established reporting guide lines.


Job requirement

QUALIFICATIONS AND PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS:
• Holder of MBChB degree from a recognized University
• At least 2 years of professional experience after qualification
• Proficient in safe medical male circumcision surgical procedures
• Proficient in making diagnosis and management of clinical and surgical complications
• Good counseling and health education skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills


How to apply

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand deliver, or post an application letter with a detailed CV and copies of academic transcripts, naming at least three professional referees with their telephone contact to:

Human Resources Manager,
Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation - Uganda,
COB Block 5 Mulago Hospital,
P.O. Box 72052, Clock Tower, Kampala.

Closing date for receipt of these applications is 15th Juty2011
MOTE: PLEASE INDICATE THE DUTY STATION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
APPLICANTS WITH SKILLS AND CAN COMMUNICATE IN LOCAL LANGUAGE OF INDICATED REGIONS WILL HAVE AN ADDED ADVANTAGE.

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Prime Health Care Manager Job at Watoto Child Care Ministries

Job Title: Prime Health Care Manager Job

Watoto Child Care Ministries is a ministry of Watoto Church that rescues vulnerable children and restores dignity to them by providing holistically for their physical, spiritual and emotional needs. Watoto has operations in Kampala, Wakiso, Mpigi and Guiu. Watoto is seeking a dynamic, passionate and qualified person to fill the following position.
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE MANAGER

Main Roles and Responsibilities:
• Plan for the delivery of primary health care services each month according to departmental strategies and goals, and evaluate the effectiveness of outcomes.
• Participate in budget planning and monitoring
• Liaise closely with Public Health staff to coordinate seamless implementation of Primary Health and Public Health services
• Plan activities and processes with Communications Department, including documentation of and assistance with specific events and activities
• Carry out planning and logistics for all visiting medical teams and individual volunteers placed within Medical Services, in conjunction with Guest Relations department.
• Give direct oversight to the following roles: Medical Officer in charge of clinics. Laboratory Coordinator, Practice Manager - ensure performance according to job descriptions and department work plans
• Monitor the performance and roles of all staff within your team
• Facilitate recruitment and interviewing for positions within Primary Health Care team, in conjunction with Team Leader Conduct staff appraisals
• Ensure that staff undergo training and development relevant to their roles
• Ensure compliance to policies and Standard Operating Procedures, including continual development of policies and guidelines
• Coordinate annual leave schedule and sick leave records for the entire Primary Health Care team
• Manage all payment requisitions for Primary Health Care services

• Provide accountabilities for all funds receive
• Coordinate all donations of funds or supplies received for Medical Services
• Submit timely reports on Primary Health Care activities


Job requirement

Minimum Requirements
• Relevant qualification in the medical field
• At least 5 years' experience in clinical settings, preferably with paediatric management experience at a senior level shall be an added advantage
• Doctors are encouraged to apply.


How to apply

To Apply:
Bring your written applications to the Watoto Church (former KPC building) reception with a Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) detailing full employment history, copies of educational qualification, names of three referees, contact telephone number, a recommendation letter from your previous employer and recommendation letter from your church.

Address it to
The Human Resources Manager,
Watoto Ministries, Kampala.

Please specify in the top right hand corner of the" envelope the vacancy you are applying for.
Due Date: 16th July 2011
Only successful applicants will be short listed and contacted for interviews.

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Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited Job vacancy in Uganda- Human Resources Business Partner

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner

Exciting career opportunity in Human Resources Department
Stanbic Bank is seeking to recruit a dynamic and inspired individual to fill the following vacancy in the Human Resources Department.

Human Resources Business Partner, Eastern Region (1 position)
This is a key managerial position reporting to the Senior HRBP for PBB. The jobholder will enhance the achievement of the business unit objectives and overall Bank objectives through the implementation of the Human Resources strategy, policies and practices.

Key accountabilities will include;
• Work in partnership with the line managers to provide support and influence that will enable them to effectively deliver their people plans.
• Provide a consultancy service that delivers best practice and focused HR solutions that support the business area in
• conjunction with specialist HR functions.
• Facilitate career and succession plans for the business units and roles.
• Inculcate a shared mindset and foster employee loyalty to the Bank's values.
• Establish the Skill gap within Business Units and facilitate TNA.
• Co-ordinate the delivery of training programs with the Regional Manager.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the training programmes and determine the impact the training has had on the performance of employees.
• Instil learning within the business Unit
• Instilling a performance culture within the business unit.
• Advise the Senior HR Partner on the opportunities for improvement of employee relations.
• Attend to employee grievances as well us disciplinary issues.
• Enhance two-way Communication within the region by ensuring that employees and other stakeholders are informed on what is happening, why it is happening and how it affects them. Identify and administer formal and informal communication channels.
• Equip line management with appropriate tools and knowledge to effectively manage their people in line with their people plans such as performance management, absence management, career management etc
• Provide personal support on the implementation of HR initiatives in support of the HR strategy.
• Drive, influence, advise and support the cultural aspects of organizational change, people processes and business improvement initiatives within the region in order to improve business efficiency and people management allowing for flexibility and planned growth


Job requirement

Ideal Candidate Profile;
• 3 years experience working in a busy commercial HR environment
• Leadership and ability to anticipate people's reactions
• Knowledge of the business
• Knowledge of Human Resources Practices (Best practices)
• Knowledge of the National Labour laws
• Good analytical skills
• Team working and Team leadership skills
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Impartiality
• Good communication skills
• Confidentiality
• Change Management skills
• Counselling and mediation skills
• Negotiations skills
• Project management skills

The applicant should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Social Sciences or General Humanities.


How to apply

If you believe you have the required qualifications and experience, please send your application and detailed CV and copies of professional/academic certificates to:



Head of Human Resources
06th Floor, Crested Towers, Short Tower
Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited
P.OBox 7131
Kampala
Or
Send by email to sbicugrecruitment@stanbic.com

Please note;
Submit the following only:

1. A cover letter and CV not exceeding four pages
2. University transcript, A and 0 Level Certificates Your attachments should not exceed 2MB. NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Application deadline: 1 5th July 2011

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