Job Title: Senior Program Officer - HIV Counseling and Testing (HCT) (ACP)
Location: Kampala, , Uganda
Category: Management
Job Description:
Ministry of Health is seeking to recruit candidate for the above position.
Company:Ministry of health
Location:Kampala
Reports to: coordinator HIV and AIDS Prevention
Job purpose:To provide technical leadership and strategic direction in the development and implementation of HIV and AIDS counseling and testing (HCT) services
Key functions:
• Coordinating the development and review of policies, plans, strategies, guidelines and standards in HCT and monitor their implementation
• Providing guidance in strategic, business and operational planning and budgeting for HCT activities
• Coordinate and provide technical support to a broad portfolio of implementing partners, districts and facilities providing HCT services
• Promoting and enhancing collaborative linkages between local government, non-government organization and communities
• Coordinating capacity building and development activities targeting district, facilities, and other health workers at various levels for improved services delivery
• Preparing and submitting periodic performance reports to relevant authorities
• Providing support to operation research initiatives for HCT
Qualifications:
• Must possess a MBChB degree or equivalent from a recognized university
• Must possess a masters degree or equivalent from a recognized university
• Possession of a post graduate qualification in management, project planning and management or the equivalent would be an added advantage
Experience:
• Must have at least 6 years relevant working experience managing HIV and AIDS programs at national or regional level
Competencies:
• Well versed with current national and global HCT policies and practices
• Demonstrable knowledge and skills managing HIV and AIDS programs
• Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills, team work, networking, excellent communication and writing skills
• Familiarity with commonly used computer packages eg Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint and internet
• Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning and understanding of the strategic direction of MoH and of PEPFAR programmes
How to Apply:
Applications are invited for suitably qualified applicants for the above post in the Ministry of Health. Applicatiojns 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
Tuesday 20 August 2013
Senior Communication Specialist at Ministry of Health in Kampala
Job Title: Senior Communication Specialist
Location: Kampala, , Uganda
Category: Management
Job Description:
Ministry of Health seeks to recruit a candidate for the above position
Location: Kampala
Job Purpose
• The job holder is a senior expert responsible for leading the planning, implementation, management and evaluation of major complex public health communications and marketing programmes and campaign for attainment of AID free generation in the Republic of Uganda
Key functions:
• Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of major national or international communication and marketing programmes, projects and strategies for the lay and professional audiences
• Directing and guiding the development, testing and timely dissemination of science and audience based products, tools and message to different audience in variety of formats
• Providing expert consultation and technical expertise in the creation of strategic and integrated plans and strategies for public health communication and marketing programmes, campaigns and activities
• Conducting research and evaluation activities related to health, communication and marketing
• Working with the ministry of health management to ensure that the organization’s strategic plan, mission, vision, value are integrated into the health communication or marketing programme or project strategies, goals, objectives, work plan and work projects and services
• Serving as liaison between the MOH and other USG development partners and IPS, linking the department of Health promotion and education of the MOH
• Working with ACP team to communicate to staff the outcomes of staff performance reviews
• Developing periodic reports and submission to relevant authorities
Qualifications:
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Public Affairs or Public Policy
• Must have masters degree in mass communication or development studies or Public health
• Possession of a post graduate qualification in management, project planning and management would be an added advantage
• Possession of a fellowship in HIV is an added advantage
• Must have at least nine years relevant working experience implementing HIV program five of which would be in Behavior change communication
Competencies:
• Experience in web design and database management
• Professional writing and editing experience in English
• Excellent communication skills
• Good team work player, net working communication
• Expertise in commonly used communication and desk top publication
How to apply;
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
Location: Kampala, , Uganda
Category: Management
Job Description:
Ministry of Health seeks to recruit a candidate for the above position
Location: Kampala
Job Purpose
• The job holder is a senior expert responsible for leading the planning, implementation, management and evaluation of major complex public health communications and marketing programmes and campaign for attainment of AID free generation in the Republic of Uganda
Key functions:
• Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of major national or international communication and marketing programmes, projects and strategies for the lay and professional audiences
• Directing and guiding the development, testing and timely dissemination of science and audience based products, tools and message to different audience in variety of formats
• Providing expert consultation and technical expertise in the creation of strategic and integrated plans and strategies for public health communication and marketing programmes, campaigns and activities
• Conducting research and evaluation activities related to health, communication and marketing
• Working with the ministry of health management to ensure that the organization’s strategic plan, mission, vision, value are integrated into the health communication or marketing programme or project strategies, goals, objectives, work plan and work projects and services
• Serving as liaison between the MOH and other USG development partners and IPS, linking the department of Health promotion and education of the MOH
• Working with ACP team to communicate to staff the outcomes of staff performance reviews
• Developing periodic reports and submission to relevant authorities
Qualifications:
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Public Affairs or Public Policy
• Must have masters degree in mass communication or development studies or Public health
• Possession of a post graduate qualification in management, project planning and management would be an added advantage
• Possession of a fellowship in HIV is an added advantage
• Must have at least nine years relevant working experience implementing HIV program five of which would be in Behavior change communication
Competencies:
• Experience in web design and database management
• Professional writing and editing experience in English
• Excellent communication skills
• Good team work player, net working communication
• Expertise in commonly used communication and desk top publication
How to apply;
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
Senior Program Officer Job Vacancy at Ministry of Health in Kampala
Job Tittle:Senior Program Officer - Sexually Transmitted Infections/key population (STI/KP)(ACP)
Location: Kampala, , Uganda
Category: Management
Job Description:
Ministry of Health is seeking to recruit candidate for the above position.
Job Requirements:
Company: ministry of health
Location: Kampala
Reports to: programme manager ACP through the head of STD clinic
Job purpose: to provide technical guidance in the management of sexually transmitted infections (STI) and programming for key population (KP)
Key functions:
• Participating in the development and review of policies, plans, strategies, guidelines and standards in STIs and monitoring their implementation
• Participating in planning and budgeting for STI control activities at national level
• Providing technical leadership in programming for key populations including generation of the necessary evidence for policy formulation
• Participating in capacity building activities targeting districts, facilities, and other health workers at various levels
• Support the establishment of public private partnerships and collaborative linkages between the local governments, non-government organizations and communities
• Preparing and submitting periodic performance reports to relevant authorities
• Support and participate in STIs research activities
Qualifications:
• Must possess a MBChB degree or its equivalent from a recognized university
• Must possess a masters degree in medicine, public health or epidemiology from a recognized university
• Possession of a post graduate qualification in management, project planning and management or the equivalent would be an added advantage
Experience:
• Must have at least 6 years relevant working experience in managing HIV and AIDS/STI related programmes at national or regional level
• Prior experience in programs for key populations is desirable
Competences:
• Through knowledge and understanding of the national and global strategies in the management of STIs
• Through knowledge and understanding of the dynamics and programming for key populations
• A term player with good interpersonal, networking and communication skills
• Familiarity with commonly used computer packages e.g. Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint and internet
• Demonstrated understanding of the strategic direction of MoH and of PEPFAR prorammes
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.
How to Apply:
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
Location: Kampala, , Uganda
Category: Management
Job Description:
Ministry of Health is seeking to recruit candidate for the above position.
Job Requirements:
Company: ministry of health
Location: Kampala
Reports to: programme manager ACP through the head of STD clinic
Job purpose: to provide technical guidance in the management of sexually transmitted infections (STI) and programming for key population (KP)
Key functions:
• Participating in the development and review of policies, plans, strategies, guidelines and standards in STIs and monitoring their implementation
• Participating in planning and budgeting for STI control activities at national level
• Providing technical leadership in programming for key populations including generation of the necessary evidence for policy formulation
• Participating in capacity building activities targeting districts, facilities, and other health workers at various levels
• Support the establishment of public private partnerships and collaborative linkages between the local governments, non-government organizations and communities
• Preparing and submitting periodic performance reports to relevant authorities
• Support and participate in STIs research activities
Qualifications:
• Must possess a MBChB degree or its equivalent from a recognized university
• Must possess a masters degree in medicine, public health or epidemiology from a recognized university
• Possession of a post graduate qualification in management, project planning and management or the equivalent would be an added advantage
Experience:
• Must have at least 6 years relevant working experience in managing HIV and AIDS/STI related programmes at national or regional level
• Prior experience in programs for key populations is desirable
Competences:
• Through knowledge and understanding of the national and global strategies in the management of STIs
• Through knowledge and understanding of the dynamics and programming for key populations
• A term player with good interpersonal, networking and communication skills
• Familiarity with commonly used computer packages e.g. Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint and internet
• Demonstrated understanding of the strategic direction of MoH and of PEPFAR prorammes
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.
How to Apply:
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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