Jobs at AIDS Healthcare Foundation - Pharmacist

Location: Kampala
Duties and Responsibilities:
Receives deliveries including supplies/commodities and then verifies them against documentation.
Enters data into data base or appropriate software to support tracking and accountability.
Ensure proper and safe storage of goods and supplies.
Regularly review prescriptions to assure accuracy and to evaluate their suitability.
Provide information and support regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage and proper medication storage
Maintain records, such as pharmacy files, inventories, control records for narcotics and controlled drugs.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should preferably hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from a reputable institution or its equivalent.
The Pharmacist must be registered by the pharmaceutical society ofUganda or its equivalent; if trained and practicing outside the country
At least three years’ working experience of which 2 years must be in HIV related field is required.
Past experience in pharmaceutical warehousing is an added advantage.
Adept at using MS office applications such as Word, Excel, and electronic logistics management systems.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills of both English and Luganda.

How to Apply
All candidates are strongly encouraged to email their applications (Cover Letter and CV only) to: globalhr.Africa(at)aidshealth.org mentioning position applied for in the subject line. The email should not be larger than 2 MB - any larger email will not be considered. Address your hard copy application including telephone contact details to the: Human Resource Manager, AHF - Uganda Cares, Plot 54B Kira Road, Kampala. Uganda

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Environmental Health Officer Employment opportunity at Concern Worldwide

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the Environmental Health Officer Jobs should hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Public/Environmental Health
Three or more years’ experience in planning and implementing environmental health interventions with an INGO.
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Excellent training/facilitation skills;
Good knowledge and understanding of current standards/guidelines for WASH,
Basic computer literacy skills;
Hold a valid Class A driving permit.
The candidates must speak Luo.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their application and updated CVs (max 4 pages) with day time contacts, names and addresses of three (3) work related referees’ via E-mail to: resourcingug@concern.net with the Job title as the subject of your email (failure to do this will lead to cancellation) or address hard copies to: The Human Resources Department, Concern Worldwide Uganda, P.O. Box 6599, Kampala. Uganda (Mark your envelope with the job applied for).

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Deadline:  29th May 2015 by 5:00pm

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Tutors Job Vacancy at CUAM Uganda

Job Title:  Tutors
Doctors  with  Africa  CUAMM  is supporting  a midwifery  training  school in Lui  Sudan  as  One  component  of  strengthening  health  systems
Experience
•    Qualified  midwifery  Tutor  or
•    Diploma  as Registered  Midwife  (as  minimum )
•    At  least  2 years  of working  experience  as  Midwife 
•    Previous  experience  as  Tutor in Health  Training  Institute  , inclusive  of 
•    Holding  theoretical  lectures  in line  with  curriculum  approved by the MoH
•    Supporting  students  in the  different  phases  of the  learning  process
Knowledge
•    Speaking  , writing  and reading  English
•    Speaking  Arabic  language  desirable
•    Proficient  in Microsoft  Office
Compulsory   Criteria
•    Interest  in humanitarian  aid   coorperation 
•    Willingness , team  spirit  , assertiveness,  good  manners , coolness;   adaptability  to the  work  on the  field .
How to apply
Send  electronic  copies  of application letter , CV  with  contactable  referees , academic  certificates to Uganda@cuamm.org  with  subject  heading   Sudan Midwife  or deliver  them  to  CUAM  office  in Kansanga  Gabba  Road . Apply to  the  Country  Respresentative .
Phonre:  0414267508/585
Deadline: 08 /11 /3013

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Health Adviser Job Vacancy at UKAID Uganda

Job Title:  Health Adviser
UKAID  Uganda  is  inviting to  recruit  qualified candidates  for the vacant   vacancy  above.  Those who  are competent enough should  bring their applications  and their  testimonials  before the closing date .
Responsibilities
•    Represent  DFID  in  Government  of Uganda  health  technical  working  groups  and other  policy  influencing  forums .
•    Support  external  evaluations  of UK  programs , ensuring quality  of  data  disseminating  conclusions  and evidence
•    Support technical  programs  officers  in the  Ministry  of Health  to accelerate  Uganda’s  progress   towards health  MDGs.
•    Respond  to queries  from other  parts  of DFID  and requirements  for  briefing .
Experience
•    Knowledge  and application of  epidemiology  and public   health 
•    Understanding  of the  global  health  context  including  international  health  architecture
•    Knowledge and experience  of health  service  delivery  in a  developing  country  context
•    Knowledge  and application  of  evidence , innovation  and  evaluation
Competencies
•    Changing  and  Improving
•    Marketing  Effective  Decisions 
•    Learning  and  Communicating
•    Collaborating  and Participating 
•    Delivering  Value  for  Money
How to apply
Please  fill  in the  application  form  and the  Equal  Opportunities  Monitoring  Form  which  are  available  on the  DFID Uganda  .The  completed  forms must be  submitted  together  with typed  copies  of the  applicant’s  CV  with the  names  and contact  information  of 3 work  related  referees.  Indicate  the  Job  position  in the  subject title  e.g Health  Adviser. All  documents  should  be  sent  to;
dfidha@alkanhr.com(Attachments  should  not fill more than  2 MB). 2  Bandali  Close , Bugolobi , Kagwa House  Annex, 1st Floor
Tel:0414  505318; 0312  264664
Deadline: 08/ 11 /2013

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Head of Medical Services Job Vacancy at Nakasero Hospital Limited In Uganda

Job Title: Head of Medical  Services
Nakasero  Hospital  Limited   is a leading  hospital  based  in Kampala .
Key Duties
•    Manage the  strategic development  of  Clinical Services  at the  Hospital
•    Provide  leadership in developing  creative  , innovative  and cost-effective healthcare  at  NHL
•    Monitor quality  and  appropriateness  of  medical  care  within the  hospital
•    Develop  clinical  policies  and  procedures .
•    Oversee  documentation and  care  planning
•    Manage  physician  relations  and/or  representation
Qualifications
•    A minimum  of a post-graduate degree  in Medicine  , with ten  years  postgraduate   experience  in private or public healthcare management
•    At least  7 years  in senior  clinical practice  with  management  /leadership roles  in a  similar  sized  healthcare facility 
•    Valid  registration  and practicing  license  from the medical  & Dental  Council
•    Ability to  work  in a  multi-cultural  and  multi-task  setting .
•    Must possess  excellent  high  analytical skills
•    Must have  computer  skills
How to apply
Interested   candidates   are advised   to contact  the Human Resource Office
Vacancy for   Head   of Medical Services
P. O. Box  25261
Kampala, Uganda
East Africa
Deadline:  31 /10 /2013

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Program Specialist, Helping Babies Breathe Plus Job Vacancy at Save the Children Uganda

Job Title:  Program Specialist, Helping  Babies  Breathe  Plus
Save the Children  is  the world’s  leading  independent  organization  for children  and has  program  presence  in over  120  countries .
Duties
•    Provides  support to the  line Manager  in planning , implementing  , monitoring  and management  with  particular  focus  on MOH ,  HBB+  strategy.
•    He/she  coordinates  trainings  , integration  and  expansion of  newborn  health  programming  and  partnerships
•    In addition  , he/she  provides  innovative  and technical  leadership in the  areas  of  maternal  , newborn  health  :  training  materials  development  ,  evidence –based policy  advocacy  ,  behavioral change  communication  and  support  supervision  for both  community  and health  facility  level  as it  relates  to these areas
•    The Specialist  may be  called  upon as and when  necessary  to support  the emergency  team  in cases  of humanitarian  crisis  .
Specifications
•    Minimum  of a degree  in MBChB  ,  Nursing  /midwifery , Public  Health or  related  field . A  Post  graduate  qualifications   health  is an  added  advantage
•    At  least  4 years  work  experience in health /public   health  and or  in maternal  and newborn  health  in public   health  and or  in maternal  and newborn health  in public  health  and or  in maternal and newborn health  in public  or an  international  NGO
•    Experience  in report  writing  , proposal  development , budgeting , implementation , monitoring  and evaluation .
How to apply
Application letters  with detailed  CV  indicating  3 referees , two  of whom  should  have  direct  supervisors  should  be submitted  to;
The  Director  of Human  Resources  & Administration 
Save the  Children  , Plot  68 /70,  Kira  Road  ,
P. O.Box  12018, Kampala
Deadline:  18 /10 /2013

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Field Study Coordinator Job Vacancy at Epicentre Mbarara Research Base Uganda

Job Title:  Field  Study  Coordinator
Epicentre  is a  Non-Government   Organization created  by  Medecins  Sans  Frontieres 
Requirements
•    Minimum  Medical  degree   
•    Minimum  5 years  of experience  trial/study conduct
•    Working  experience in Uganda
•    Knowledge of  ICH-GCP  requirements 
•    High level  of organizational  and record  keeping  skills
Desirable criteria
•    Recognized   ICH-GCP  certificate
•    Proven  written  and verbal  English
Conditions
•    Status: Local  Epicentre short-term contract –two months contract  starting   November
How to apply
Send  or Hands deliver  application  to;
Epicentre  Mbarara  Research  Base-
P. O. Box  1956, Mbarara
Deadline: 25 /10 /2013

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HIV/AIDS Prevention Specialist Job Vacancy at The Mission of the Infectious Diseases Institute Uganda

Job Title:  HIV/AIDS   Prevention   Specialist
The  Mission  of the  Infectious  Diseases  Institute   is to  strengthen  health  systems  in Africa  with  a strong  emphasis  on infectious  Diseases, through  research  and capacity  development .
Minimum   qualifications
•    Degree  in Nursing  or related  relevant  health  sciences  obtained  from  a recognized  institution
•    Additional  training  in a related  field  e.g  HIV/AIIDS   counseling  including  couple  counseling  and  PTIC  is essential 
•    Updated  registration  with the  relevant  Professional  Councils  in  Uganda
•    At  least  5 years  of practical  experience  in HIV  prevention  interventions  with some  time  spent  in busy  HIV  Care and  prevention  programs 
Required   Skills
•    Experience  in Institutional  capacity   especially  working  with  MoH  structures  and systems 
•    Experience  in  training  and mentoring  of health  professionals  in  HCT  and other HIV  prevention  approaches
•    Proven  experience  in supporting   health facilities  in setting  up HIV   testing  points , linkage and referral  systems for  audits  , pregnant  women  and Children  .
•    Ability   to complete  multiple  tasks  and high  volume  of work  on  deadline.
How to apply
Qualified  and interested   persons who  wish  to apply  may hand  -deliver , email  or post an application  letter  with a  detailed  CV,  naming  at least  two  or post  an application   letter with a  detailed CV , naming  at least  two  professional  referees  to;
The  Manager  , Human  Resources
Infectious  Diseases  Institute
College  of Health  Sciences,  Makerere  University 
Mulago Hospital  Complex,
P. O. Box  22418, Kampala
Deadline: 18 /10 /2013

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Nurse Counselor Job Vacancy at AMREF In Uganda

Job Title:  Nurse   Counselor
AMREF  is  the  largest  indigenous  health  development  non-governmental  organization  based  in Africa .
Key   Outputs
•    Counseling   service   care   to  SMC/HCT  Clients  provided .
•    Prescribed   treatment to   the clients  given .
•    Medical   complications /adverse events   reported .
•    Clients   records   maintained .
Competencies
•    Must  have  Enrolled  Nursing  Certificate  or equivalent   from  a  recognized  Institution  Institution.
•    Must  be registered  with  the  Nurses  and  Midwives  Council.
•    At least  two  years  work  experience  preferably  in a  circumcision  surgical  setting
•    Completion  of a  recognized  course  in  a counseling  course  with a  speciality in  counseling  services  for  persons  living  with HIV/AIDS.
  How to apply
If you would like to   join this  dynamic  team , please send  an  updated  CV  including  three work related  referees and  cover letter  to the  Human Resources Manager , AMREF Uganda  by  e-mail to  ; jobs.amrefuganda@amref.org. Emails should   not exceed 2MB. We regret  that only short listed  candidates  will be  contacted . AMREF   is  an  equal  opportunity  employer  and  has  a non-smoking  environment  policy .
Deadline;  18 / 10 /2013

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Circumcision Nurse Job Vacancy at AMREF

Job Title:  Circumcision   Nurse
AMREF  is  the  largest  indigenous  health  development  non-governmental  organization  based  in Africa .
Key   Outputs
•    Quality  nursing  care  services  to  patients  provided .
•    SMC  unit  activities  organized  and  managed .
•    Accountability  for financial  and other  resources  produced  .
Qualifications
•    Must be  trained  at  registered  nurse  level  or its  equivalent  from  a  recognized  Institution .
•    Must be  registered  with  the  Nurses  and  Midwives  Council .
•    Additional  training  in  SMC  provision , an added  advantage .
•    Minimum  one  years  work  experience  in a  circumcision  setting  .
•    Additional  training  in HIV/AIDS  will  be an  added advantage .
How to apply
If you would like to   join this  dynamic  team , please send  an  updated  CV  including  three work related  referees and  cover letter  to the  Human Resources Manager , AMREF Uganda  by  e-mail to  ; jobs.amrefuganda@amref.org. Emails should   not exceed 2MB. We regret  that only short listed  candidates  will be  contacted . AMREF   is  an  equal  opportunity  employer  and  has  a non-smoking  environment  policy .
Deadline;  18 / 10 /2013

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Clinical Officer Job Vacancy at AMREF In Uganda

Job Title: Clinical   Officer
 AMREF  is  the  largest  indigenous  health  development  non-governmental  organization  based  in Africa .
Key   Outputs
•    Perform   circumcision   under   recommended   standards.
•    SMC   clients   with   STDs   diagnosed   and   treated.
•    Referral, of  HIV  positive  clients , and  complicated  including  AEs  for  appropriate  care  and support
•    Timely  follow  up  of  SMC  clients  as  per  policy  requirement 
Competencies

•    Must  have  a Diploma  in Clinical  Medicine  and Community  Health  from  a recognized  Institution .
•    Must  be  registered  with the  Allied  Health  Professionals  Council .
•    Formal  Training  in  SMC  service  delivery  from a  recognized  institution  will be  an added advantage .
•    Additional  training  in provision  of  comprehensive  HIV/AIDS services  will be  an added  advantage .
•    Additional  training  in provision  of  comprehensive  HIV/AIDS  services  will be  an added advantage .
How to apply
If you would like to   join this  dynamic  team , please send  an  updated  CV  including  three work related  referees and  cover letter  to the  Human Resources Manager , AMREF Uganda  by  e-mail to  ; jobs.amrefuganda@amref.org. Emails should   not exceed 2MB. We regret  that only short listed  candidates  will be  contacted . AMREF   is  an  equal  opportunity  employer  and  has  a non-smoking  environment  policy .
Deadline;  18 / 10 /2013

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Public Health Specialist ( Bio-security and Infrastructure) at US Mission In Uganda

Job Title: Public Health  Specialist ( Bio-security and Infrastructure)
 U. S. Mission  , Uganda  is  recruiting  qualified candidates  for the vacant position mentioned above .
Qualifications
•    Education  required  :  Completion  of a  bachelor’s  degree in Medical  Laboratory  Technology is  required  .Additional six  months hands-on  post-graduation training in a clinical  setting  is required  .Registration with the  Ministry of Health  Allied  Health  Professional  Council is required.
•    Work experience  required  . A minimum  of five  years working  in a clinical  laboratory   setting either  HIV/AIDS  health care or a national reference  laboratory  or research oriented facility  is required  of  which  three years  were  in implementing  or overseeing  laboratory   quality systems
•    Knowledge  required. Comprehensive  knowledge and  experience  in advanced  laboratory  medicine  is required  including  a  comprehensive  knowledge of procedures  for laboratory  diagnostics laboratory  informatics  and  associated technologies .Through  knowledge  of the  current  HIV/AIDS  national  and global  situation  is  required . Good  working knowledge  of the principles  of laboratory   management including  strategic planning  , personal management  and forecasting  and management   of procurement  supplies  and equipment  is required .
Selection Process
•    After  an initial  application  screening  applicants  will be  invited  to a  testing   process  that may  include  a  written  examination  and oral  interviews.
•    The  selected  candidate must pass pre-employment  medical  and  security  investigations  before  beginning  work  . The  initial  appointment  period  is one  year  , subject  to renewal .
•    Normally  candidates for  employment  are  hired  at the  first  step of the  designated per grade.  In some  instances  , candidates  may be  hired  at a  higher step  when  exceptional  qualifications  or  previous  governmental  service  and pay  level  so  warrant .
•    The  Human  Resources  Officer  will make  the decision  with  the concurrence of the employing section.
How to apply
Interested   candidates for  this  position  must  submit  the  following  for consideration of application ;
University  Application  for Employment  as a  Locally  Employed staff of Family  Member  , A current  resume  or curriculum vitae.
Candidates who claim  US  Veterans  preference   must provide  a copy of their  application . Candidates who  claim       conditional US  Veterans  preference  must submit  documentation  confirming eligibility  for a  cord national  preference  in hiring with their application. Any other documentation  that addresses the  qualifications requirements  of the  position  as  listed  above.
Submit  Application  to 
Human  Resources Office
By email  at  KampalaHR@state.gov
Deadline; 13 /09 /2013

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Health Specialist ( Management Systems Officer ) Job Vacancy at US Mission In Uganda

Job Title: Public Health  Specialist ( Management Systems  Officer )
 U. S. Mission  , Uganda  is  recruiting  qualified candidates  for the vacant position mentioned above .
Qualifications
•    Education  required  :  Completion  of a  bachelor’s  degree in Medical  Laboratory  Technology is  required  .Additional six  months hands-on  post-graduation training in a clinical  setting  is required  .Registration with the  Ministry of Health  Allied  Health  Professional  Council is required.
•    Work experience  required  . A minimum  of five  years working  in a clinical  laboratory   setting either  HIV/AIDS  health care or a national reference  laboratory  or research oriented facility  is required  of  which  three years  were  in implementing  or overseeing  laboratory   quality systems
•    Knowledge  required. Comprehensive  knowledge and  experience  in advanced  laboratory  medicine  is required  including  a  comprehensive  knowledge of procedures  for laboratory  diagnostics laboratory  informatics  and  associated technologies .Through  knowledge  of the  current  HIV/AIDS  national  and global  situation  is  required . Good  working knowledge  of the principles  of laboratory   management including  strategic planning  , personal management  and forecasting  and management   of procurement  supplies  and equipment  is required .
Selection Process
•    After  an initial  application  screening  applicants  will be  invited  to a  testing   process  that may  include  a  written  examination  and oral  interviews.
•    The  selected  candidate must pass pre-employment  medical  and  security  investigations  before  beginning  work  . The  initial  appointment  period  is one  year  , subject  to renewal .
•    Normally  candidates for  employment  are  hired  at the  first  step of the  designated per grade.  In some  instances  , candidates  may be  hired  at a  higher step  when  exceptional  qualifications  or  previous  governmental  service  and pay  level  so  warrant .
•    The  Human  Resources  Officer  will make  the decision  with  the concurrence of the employing section.
How to apply
Interested   candidates for  this  position  must  submit  the  following  for consideration of application ;
University  Application  for Employment  as a  Locally  Employed staff of Family  Member  , A current  resume  or curriculum vitae.
Candidates who claim  US  Veterans  preference   must provide  a copy of their  application . Candidates who  claim       conditional US  Veterans  preference  must submit  documentation  confirming eligibility  for a  cord national  preference  in hiring with their application. Any other documentation  that addresses the  qualifications requirements  of the  position  as  listed  above.
Submit  Application  to 
Human  Resources Office
By email  at  KampalaHR@state.gov
Deadline; 13 /09 /2013

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Public Health Specialist Laboratory Job Vacancy at American Embassy In KAMPAL

Job Title: Public  Health  Specialist  Laboratory

U. S. Mission  , Uganda  is  recruiting  qualified candidates  for the vacant position mentioned above .

Qualifications

·          Education  required  :  Completion  of a  bachelor’s  degree in Medical  Laboratory  Technology is  required  .Additional six  months hands-on  post-graduation training in a clinical  setting  is required  .Registration with the  Ministry of Health  Allied  Health  Professional  Council is required.

·          Work experience  required  . A minimum  of five  years working  in a clinical  laboratory   setting either  HIV/AIDS  health care or a national reference  laboratory  or research oriented facility  is required  of  which  three years  were  in implementing  or overseeing  laboratory   quality systems

·          Knowledge  required. Comprehensive  knowledge and  experience  in advanced  laboratory  medicine  is required  including  a  comprehensive  knowledge of procedures  for laboratory  diagnostics laboratory  informatics  and  associated technologies .Through  knowledge  of the  current  HIV/AIDS  national  and global  situation  is  required . Good  working knowledge  of the principles  of laboratory   management including  strategic planning  , personal management  and forecasting  and management   of procurement  supplies  and equipment  is required .

Selection Process

·          After  an initial  application  screening  applicants  will be  invited  to a  testing   process  that may  include  a  written  examination  and oral  interviews.

·          The  selected  candidate must pass pre-employment  medical  and  security  investigations  before  beginning  work  . The  initial  appointment  period  is one  year  , subject  to renewal .

·          Normally  candidates for  employment  are  hired  at the  first  step of the  designated per grade.  In some  instances  , candidates  may be  hired  at a  higher step  when  exceptional  qualifications  or  previous  governmental  service  and pay  level  so  warrant .

·          The  Human  Resources  Officer  will make  the decision  with  the concurrence of the employing section.

How to apply

Interested   candidates for  this  position  must  submit  the  following  for consideration of application ;

University  Application  for Employment  as a  Locally  Employed staff of Family  Member  , A current  resume  or curriculum vitae.

Candidates who claim  US  Veterans  preference   must provide  a copy of their  application . Candidates who  claim       conditional US  Veterans  preference  must submit  documentation  confirming eligibility  for a  cord national  preference  in hiring with their application. Any other documentation  that addresses the  qualifications requirements  of the  position  as  listed  above.

Submit  Application  to

Human  Resources Office

By email  at  KampalaHR@state.gov

Deadline; 13 /09 /2013

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Public Health Specialist (Quality Assurance) Job Vacancy at US Mission Kampala

Job Title: Public  Health  Specialist  (Quality  Assurance)
U. S. Mission  , Uganda  is  recruiting  qualified candidates  for the vacant position mentioned above .
Qualifications
•    Education  required  :  Completion  of a  bachelor’s  degree in Medical  Laboratory  Technology is  required  .Additional six  months hands-on  post-graduation training in a clinical  setting  is required  .Registration with the  Ministry of Health  Allied  Health  Professional  Council is required.
•    Work experience  required  . A minimum  of five  years working  in a clinical  laboratory   setting either  HIV/AIDS  health care or a national reference  laboratory  or research oriented facility  is required  of  which  three years  were  in implementing  or overseeing  laboratory   quality systems
•    Knowledge  required. Comprehensive  knowledge and  experience  in advanced  laboratory  medicine  is required  including  a  comprehensive  knowledge of procedures  for laboratory  diagnostics laboratory  informatics  and  associated technologies .Through  knowledge  of the  current  HIV/AIDS  national  and global  situation  is  required . Good  working knowledge  of the principles  of laboratory   management including  strategic planning  , personal management  and forecasting  and management   of procurement  supplies  and equipment  is required .
Selection Process
•    After  an initial  application  screening  applicants  will be  invited  to a  testing   process  that may  include  a  written  examination  and oral  interviews.
•    The  selected  candidate must pass pre-employment  medical  and  security  investigations  before  beginning  work  . The  initial  appointment  period  is one  year  , subject  to renewal .
•    Normally  candidates for  employment  are  hired  at the  first  step of the  designated per grade.  In some  instances  , candidates  may be  hired  at a  higher step  when  exceptional  qualifications  or  previous  governmental  service  and pay  level  so  warrant .
•    The  Human  Resources  Officer  will make  the decision  with  the concurrence of the employing section.
How to apply
Interested   candidates for  this  position  must  submit  the  following  for consideration of application ;
University  Application  for Employment  as a  Locally  Employed staff of Family  Member  , A current  resume  or curriculum vitae.
Candidates who claim  US  Veterans  preference   must provide  a copy of their  application . Candidates who  claim       conditional US  Veterans  preference  must submit  documentation  confirming eligibility  for a  cord national  preference  in hiring with their application. Any other documentation  that addresses the  qualifications requirements  of the  position  as  listed  above.
Submit  Application  to 
Human  Resources Office
By email  at  KampalaHR@state.gov
Deadline; 13 /09 /2013

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Nurse Job Vacancy at Cabin Uganda

Job Title: Nurse

Cabin Uganda Renewing Human Capabilities is inviting qualified candidates for the vacant position above.

Job Purpose

·          To  support  the  patients  ensuring  that  mechanisms  are in place  to  swiftly  and effectively  deal  with  any health concerns.

·          In  addition , the Wellness  Centre  Nurse  has  an  important  role  in building  positive  relationships  with  patients and their families  aiming  to promote  wellness

Minimum  Requirements

·          Bachelor  of Science  Nursing  (BSN)  or its equivalent  from a recognized  institution .

·          Master’s degree  would  be an  added  advantage  .

·          The ideal  candidate should  have  nursing  experience ;

·          Ability  to communicate  effectively ;

·          Strong  interpersonal  skills  driven  ;  and to  take  skills  ,

·          Results  driven ; and to take  initiative ;  Good  reporting  skills  in English  and fluency in local language.

How to apply

Interested  and  qualified  candidates are invited to submit e-applications  to  recruitment@cabinuganda.co.ug  with detailed  Curriculum Vitae  with  three  referees, telephone  contacts  and scanned copies  of academic  testimonials

Deadline: 13 /09 /2013

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Medical Officer –Volunteer Job Vacancy at Cabin Uganda

Job Title: Medical  Officer –Volunteer
Cabin Uganda Renewing Human Capabilities is inviting qualified candidates for the vacant position above.
Job Purpose
•    To run the Clinical  aspects  of the    Wellness  Centre  in accordance  with  GCP  principles  and  all  applicable  local  requirements
Minimum Requirements
•    University  Degree  in MBChB  or  related  discipline
•    2 years work experience  in a related  function .
•    The  ideal candidate should have  Good  report  writing skills
•    Ability  to work  independently  and  troubleshoot  problems  during  discharge of duty
•    Ability  to communicate  effectively ,
•    Strong  interpersonal  skills , and  Results –driven.
How to apply
Interested  and  qualified  candidates are invited to submit e-applications  to  recruitment@cabinuganda.co.ug  with detailed  Curriculum Vitae  with  three  referees, telephone  contacts  and scanned copies  of academic  testimonials 
Deadline: 13 /09 /2013

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Medical Representatives Jobs at Human Capital Solutions In Uganda

Job  Title:   Medical  Representatives
A  leading  pharmaceutical   distribution company  in Uganda  with  over  6 years  experience  in the  pharmaceutical  distribution  industry  .
Responsibilities
•    Maximize  the company’s  sales  by  scientific  and ethnical  product  promotion  to attain  sales  targets 
•    Identify  sales  and marketing  opportunities  in  both  urban  and  upcountry  markets .
•    Implement  product  marketing  strategies  and deliver  product  messages in relation to  customer  interests  and needs .
•    Keep the  company  informed  on the  products  competitor  analysis  and market  trends 
Requirements
•    A Diploma  /Bachelor’s  degree  in Biochemistry , Health  Sciences , Biomedical  Laboratory  Technology  Nursing, Marketing  , Orthopaedic  Medicine ,Pharmacy  or other  relevant  area.
•    Training  in  sales  and marketing  ; sales  negotiations  , customer  service  skills
•    1-3  years  experience  is an  advantage
•    French  graduates  are  encouraged  to apply
How to apply
Applications  should  be  submitted   by Friday  of September  addressed to ;
Human  Resource  Manager
Human  Capital  Solutions
P. O. Box  34458,
Kampala-Uganda
Deadline: 13 /09 /2013

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Jobs at Ministry of Health in Uganda - Program Officer TB/HIV

Job Title:            Program Officer-TB/HIV (NTLP
Reports to:       senior medical officer TB care services 
Job purpose:    to coordinate development and implementation of polices and strategies for collaborative TB and HIV control activities
Key functions:
•    Supporting the program to coordinate TB/HIV services within the program, among partners and districts
•    Building the capacity of health workers to provide timely TB screening, diagnosing and treatment initiation and referral
•    Ensuring that TB/HIV services (from the TB entry point are appropriatory planned for, implemented and supervised
•    Ensuring that HIV variables are fully integrated in TB data collection tools and M$E system
•    Dating, dissemination and supporting implementation of the strategy for a phased conversion of TB clinic into core TB/HIV clinics to improve access to HIV care including ART by TB co-infected patients
•    Participating in the revision of TB/HIV, TB guidelines, sops, planning and strategies and update of training materials participating in capacity building and mentorship activities in TB and HIV care
Qualifications:
•    Must possess a MBChB degree or the equivalent from a recognized university
•    Must possess a masters degree in medicine or pediatrics, public health or Epidemiology
•    Possession of a post graduate qualification in management, project planning and management or the equivalent would be an added advantage
Experience:
•    Should have at least three years working experience in managing HIV or TB programme at national level or regional level
Competences:
•    Well versed with current national and global HIV and AIDS and TB control policies and practices
•    Analytical skills and ability to interpret data for the better performance of the program
•    Demonstrated team work, communication and writing skills


How to Apply:
Applications are invited for suitably qualified applicants for the above post in the Ministry of Health. Applications should be made in triplicate on Public Service Form 3 (PSF 3) (Revised 2008). The application forms can be downloaded from the public service Commission website.
Application Requirements:
All applications should bear the title and number of the post being applied for. Please include your telephone contact and email address on the application. Applicants should attach the following on each of the three application forms;
•    Recent pass-port size photograph
•    Detailed CV
•    Photocopies of Academic certificates and transcripts
•    Photocopies of professional registration certificates and valid practicing certificates and where applicable
•    Two recommendation letters from two of the most recent supervisors/employers
•    A photocopy of your appointment letter for your most recent position
All applications should be Hand Delivered between 8am to 5pm Monday to
Plot 20B Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo
Tel: +256 414 347/ +256 312 266 194

Deadline: 02-09-2013

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Jobs at Ministry of Health in Uganda - Program Officer Condom Promotion (ACP)

Job Title:            Program Officer- Condom Promotion (ACP)
Reports to:       senior health educator (IEC/BCC) 
Job purpose:    to coordinate and guide the promotion of condom use for HIV and sexually transmitted infection prevention in the country
Key functions:
•    Participating in the formulation of technical policies and guidelines for condom promotion and distribution in the country
•    Providing technical assistance to implementing partners, districts and facilities who support condom promotion and distribution using a variety of approaches
•    Participating in the development of training and instructional materials and in capacity building activities targeting districts, facilities and other health workers at various levels
•    Participating in the development of relevant work plans and implementation of activities
•    Preparing programs and activities reports as well as other programmatic reports
•    Working with NDA and other relevant institutions to ensure quality of condom supplies at all levels
•    Working with relevant technical units and institutions to quality and project condom needs for the country
Qualifications:
•    must possess a degree in medicine, nursing, education, social science or any other related and relevant field
•    Must possess a masters degree in any of the above fields   
•    Possession of a post graduate qualification in behavior change communication or social marketing will be an added advantage
Experience:
•    Must have at least three years relevant working experience in health promotion or social marketing at national or regional level
Competences:
•    Well versed with current national and global HIV prevention strategies and plans
•    Demonstrable knowledge and skills in condom promotions
•    A team player with good negotiation, interpersonal, networking and communication skills
•    Familiarity with commonly used computer packages e.g. power point, ms word, internet and ms excel


How to Apply:
Applications are invited for suitably qualified applicants for the above post in the Ministry of Health. Applications should be made in triplicate on Public Service Form 3 (PSF 3) (Revised 2008). The application forms can be downloaded from the public service Commission website.

Application Requirements:
All applications should bear the title and number of the post being applied for. Please include your telephone contact and email address on the application. Applicants should attach the following on each of the three application forms;
•    Recent pass-port size photograph
•    Detailed CV
•    Photocopies of Academic certificates and transcripts
•    Photocopies of professional registration certificates and valid practicing certificates and where applicable
•    Two recommendation letters from two of the most recent supervisors/employers
•    A photocopy of your appointment letter for your most recent position
All applications should be Hand Delivered between 8am to 5pm Monday to
Plot 20B Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo
Tel: +256 414 347/ +256 312 266 194


Deadline: 02-09-2013

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