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SUMMARY
Do you have the passion and qualifications to serve as our next Nursing Director? We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, preferable experience in public health, and a strong desire to approach health amongst young people in a holistic way,
Reporting to the Country Director, the Nursing Director position exists to provide high quality medical services to all Amazima Scholarship students, students attending The Amazima School, and other patients Amazima oversees while providing guidance and leadership to the Amazima Medical Team.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have a Bachelor of Nursing degree or a Masters in Nursing with a minimum of three years’ experience and an exposure to pediatrics.
• Must have an Active professional registration.
• Must be a committed Christian who is in full agreement with the Statement of Faith and Biblical Lifestyle Agreement of The Amazima School.
• Must have a personal relationship with Christ.
• Must be committed to the mission of The Amazima School and willing to make a minimum two-year commitment.
• Must have the ability, skills and experience to Lead and manage teams.
• Should have the ability to Thrive while working with minimum supervision.
• Should have the ability to work independently and in a team setting with fellow colleagues.
• Should be able to work within an interdisciplinary team in order to manage complex medical cases.
• Should be able to maintain good community relations both within Amazima Ministries International and the outside community.
• Must have a high level of integrity.
• Should be hardworking, sociable and flexible
• Professional and personal references must demonstrate observed manifestation of godly character and spiritual maturity.
• Must be open to the possibility of working for 6 months in a government hospital for a Ugandan license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee the operations of 2 campuses.
• Ensure ethical and high-quality medical care is provided to all patients for which Amazima is responsible.
• Oversee and assist the Case Manager for all medical cases.
• Work closely with the Case Manager, Amazima Nurses, Physiotherapist, Counselors and the Country Director on medical cases of a complicated nature.
• Assess and address the health needs of Amazima students as a whole. This includes but is not limited to, designing programs for sexual education, HIV screenings, immunization clinics, annual physical reviews, and general health assessments.
• Hold health training sessions to further general medical knowledge of Amazima employees.
• Be accessible (by phone) at all times in case of emergency.
• Oversee and manage the medical team.
• Provide medical training for the medical team.
• Create and maintain good relations with local clinics, hospitals, and specialists.
• Create and maintain Memorandums of Understanding with partnering clinics.
• Ensure all medical records are up to date.
• Research best treatment options for individual medical cases.
• Create and implement Student Treatment Plans for students with chronic conditions.
• Ensure medical policies are up to date.
• Create annual medical budget.
• Provide weekly reports to the direct supervisor.
• Ensure appropriate registration and licensing of the Buziika Medical Clinic and all employed medical professionals.

JOB DETAILS:
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No. 2022 – 004
HIV/AIDS COORDINATOR

Peace Corps is an international autonomous agency of the US Government with operations in over 60 countries. It operates in Uganda by the invitation of the Government of Uganda. Peace Corps Uganda has memorandum of understanding with government ministries that outline broad areas of agreement of cooperation regarding the work of Peace Corps Volunteers in Uganda. Volunteers are assigned to government and non-government agencies and organizations, community based organizations, universities, colleges and schools who partner to enable Volunteers to provide capacity building in Education, Health and Community Agribusiness. Peace Corps also aims to build cultural understanding between Americans and Ugandans.

Position Title: HIV/AIDS Coordinator

Announcement date: Monday October 31, 2022
Closing date: Monday November 14, 2022, 4:45pm
Position type: Personal Services Contract
Supervised by: Director of Programming and Training
Location: Peace Corps Uganda, Kampala

JOB DETAILS:
1. Minimum Requirements:
At a minimum, the successful candidate’s CV must demonstrate the following:
• Education: A University degree in a health field relevant for projects addressing HIV/AIDS
• Experience: At least five years of work experience related to HIV/AIDS capacity building
• (prevention and care of People Living With Aids and Orphans and Vulnerable Children), sexual
• reproductive Health among youth and adolescents, and monitoring and evaluation with relevant
• government agencies, not-for-profit organizations, or private businesses and individuals.
• Skills: Superior representational skills; willingness to contribute actively in frequent stakeholder
• meetings (USG, CSOs, MOH, etc.) Strong M&E and writing skills, attention to detail and ability to
• implement complex tools related to President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
• Other skills: Excellent computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet programs;
• excellent command of English, both spoken and written; native ability in spoken and written at least
• one Ugandan language.
• Good understanding of, and ability to comply with US. Government policies and guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with different teams and departments.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Uganda as needed for implementation of
• the program and as in line with the job
• Ability to work on a regular Monday through Friday schedule with occasional evening and
• weekend hours when necessary.
• Must be legally able to work in Uganda

2. Preferred Qualifications:
• Education: A Master’s in public health or relevant field.
• Experience: At least two year’s work experience in PEPFAR coordination and familiarity with systems and processes.
• Skills: Good organization and time management skills; willingness to take the initiative; excellent
• teamwork skills, strong service attitude; personal integrity; strong cross-cultural skills; strong interpersonal skills, strong interest in Uganda’s development.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision; experience developing and managing project
• plans with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

3. Background
The U.S. Peace Corps is an agency of the United States Government, which sends American volunteer development workers to assist in capacity building and technical assistance activities in over 70 countries worldwide. It operates in Uganda by the invitation of the Government of Uganda and has a memorandum of understanding with government ministries that outline broad areas of agreement of cooperation regarding the work of Peace Corps Volunteers in Uganda. Volunteers are assigned to government and non-governmental agencies and organizations, community based organizations, colleges and schools who in partnership enable Volunteers to provide capacity building in Education, Health; Agribusiness and Community Economic Development. Peace Corps also aims to build cultural understanding between Americans and Ugandans. Peace Corps Uganda is located at 48 Malcolm X Avenue, Kololo, and Kampala. Our Post office box number is 7007 Kampala, Uganda. Please see https://www.peacecorps.gov/uganda for more details about Peace Corps Uganda.

The work of a Peace Corps Personal Services Contractor (PSC) is not limited to the Statement of Work: active support of the Peace Corps mission is paramount to the job because contractors are representatives of Peace Corps in the country.

4. Objective of the Position
The Peace Corps Uganda HIV/AIDS Coordinator is a key member of the Programming Team. S/he will provide thought leadership and oversight of PEPFAR management and coordination, including serving as an active member of the U.S. Government PEPFAR coordination team, participating in targeted site placements, training Peace Corps Volunteers and Trainees (PCT/Vs) on HIV/AIDS- related topics, curriculum and tools, supporting PCVs to implement HIV/AIDS prevention activities in their communities, and ensuring the timely preparation of all PEPFAR deliverables. S/he will be responsible for developing and implementing the strategy for Peace Corps Uganda to meet PEPFAR targets. S/he will collaborate closely with the Programming Team, Training Team (during Pre-Service and In-Service training events), partner organizations, and PCT/Vs across all sectors (Health, Agribusiness, and Education).

5. Tasks & Deliverables
Management Administration - 40%
• Provides input and works on tasks effecting overall post management and the success of the Peace Corps PEPFAR program. Works with staff to create and implement a uniform and complementary programming and training plan that includes HIV/AIDS prevention strategies.
• In coordination with the Director of Programming and Training, participate in PEPFAR meetings, including but not limited to: Prevention and OVC technical working groups, Determined Resilient Empowered AIDS-free Mentored and Safe women (DREAMS) coordination meetings, Country Operational Plan (COP) planning meetings, , MOH, CSO meetings, PEPFAR-related presentations, and other stakeholder meetings related to PEPFAR, etc.
• Participates in the development and review of the PEPFAR COP and other Peace Corps documents.
• Coordinates with Program Managers on the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Peace Corps Uganda PEPFAR Implementation Plan.
• Collaborate with Peace Corps Uganda Partner organizations and provide technical support where necessary, to ensure timely achievement of PEPFAR targets.
• Coordinates the development of other PEPFAR documents and reports.
• Collects and reports strategic information as required by Peace Corps and the Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator (OGAC) for semi-annual and annual reports.
• Reviews the technical content of grants that Volunteers and their communities can access through PEPFAR funds to support HIV/AIDS activities; promotes awareness of and understanding of grant criteria and processes to PCVs and to partner organizations.

Volunteer / Partner Training and Support - 30%
Plans and coordinates a comprehensive HIV sector training program, including Pre-Service and In- Service Trainings, Cross –sector specialized trainings and cross sector meetings, which provide Trainees and Volunteers and partner organizations with knowledge and skills to successfully fulfill their activities related to HIV/AIDS. Maintains communication with and provide support for each assigned Volunteer and partner organization. Conducts regular site visits to provide technical support and to monitor PCV’s and partner project work and personal adaptation. Helps PCVs and partners evaluate their work and plan for the future. Works with PCVs and partners to identify community projects and advises when seeking funding. Reviews and approves/disapproves Volunteer community projects involving requests for external support.

• In collaboration with the PC training manager and program staff, design and implement pre – service training and in-service training and cross-sectoral specialized trainings on HIV / AIDS for all Peace Corps Trainees and Volunteers and their community counterparts.
• Ensure that all Volunteers have been trained to collect appropriate data for reporting purposes.
• Work with the Training Manager, administrative unit and Health Program staff to ensure logistics are organized appropriately for training events.
• Keep the programming team updated on current PEPFAR districts and participate in site preparation and targeted placements to meet set targets
• Identifies and collects HIV/AIDS materials for training, and identifies guest speakers to participate in sector-specific training activities.
• Reads PCV trimester reports and provides appropriate technical feedback and support.
• Participates in the formal interviews with Volunteers during their pre-service training to determine placements, monitor and evaluate their progress in training.
• Regular training events this position is responsible for leading the planning of includes the Evidence Based Curricular. Takes a lead role in providing technical and administrative support to a highly motivated committee of PCVs focused on HIV/AIDS activities

M&E supervision - 25%
• Responsible for training PCT/Vs on HIV/AIDS-related data collection tools, compilation and analysis of data, and reporting to PEPFAR.
• Supports the MRE Specialist. Peace Corps Uganda receives a substantial portion of its annual funding through PEPFAR and therefore reporting requirements constitute a large share of both the MRE Specialist and the PEPFAR Coordinator’s efforts.
• Reviews Volunteer reports, advises and resolves issues related to reporting on PEPFAR indicators.
• Develops relevant communications materials related to PCVs’ work in the area of HIV/AIDS programming – for use in meetings, presentations, website updates, etc.
• Trains relevant Peace Corps staff and partner organizations on PEPFAR M&E requirements and systems.
• Develops written content such as success stories, sections of annual reports, etc. related to Peace Corps’ HIV work.

Other Duties – 5%
• Periodically serves as post duty officer responsible for weekend and after-hour emergencies
• Contributes articles on HIV/AIDS and PEPFAR to Volunteer newsletters.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CD or the DPT to assist Peace Corps to successfully carry out its mission in Uganda.

6. Standard Roles and Responsibilities
A. S&S: Addresses Volunteer safety and security by adhering to Peace Corps site development policies and procedures. Identifies and immediately communicates Volunteer safety and security concerns and issues to the Safety and Security Manager (SSM) and the Country Director (CD). Assists Program Managers to ensure that prospective sites meet established programmatic and safety/security criteria (e.g., safe housing, a clearly defined assignment with an organization that shows real interest in working with a Volunteer, etc.). Reviews and references site history files when evaluating potential sites, and incorporates appropriate safety and security-related information into site history files. Monitors Volunteer compliance with Peace Corps policies, especially related to safety and security. Participates in the design and implementation of the Emergency Action Plan (EAP). Acts as duty officer, as needed. Knowledgeable and supportive of Peace Corps safety and security policies and procedures, including the timely reporting of suspicious incidents, persons or articles.

B. If there is a time at post, due to the COVID-19 pandemic or for any other reason, when there are limited or no Peace Corps Trainees and/or Volunteers (jointly referred to as “Volunteers”) at Peace Corps/[Country], the PSC may be temporarily assigned during that period, as determined by the Peace Corps Country Director (CD), to carry out additional duties and responsibilities in furtherance of the goals of the Peace Corps in order to enhance the ability of Peace Corps Volunteers to perform functions under the Peace Corps Act, including facilitating a safe environment in order for the successful return or increase of Volunteers.

This temporary assignment may require the PSC to provide services and/or support beyond what is listed in their current Statement of Work (SOW). The services and/or support may take many forms, examples of which may include but are not limited to, training, providing administrative, technical, medical, and/or operational assistance, building on host country programs, etc. This temporary assignment also may require the PSC to provide these services and/or support to individuals/organizations other than those listed in their current SOW such as host country government, partner organization(s), community member(s), staff, and/or contractors.

7. Logistics, Level of Effort & Duty Station
• The Duty station is the main office that is located in Kololo, Kampala. This position is full time and the candidate will be expected to carry out their duties during a 40 hour work week. Events may require occasional work in the evenings and on weekends and holidays. May carry a duty phone.
• Available Guidelines: Peace Corps Manual and PEPFAR guidelines.
• Exercise of Judgment: Broad exercise of judgment within the confines of job responsibilities.
• Authority to Make Commitments: The PC Uganda HIV/AIDS Coordinator is expected to research, negotiate, and suggest solutions within the confines of the job responsibilities.
• Nature, Level and Purpose of Contacts: Works closely with Program Managers, DPT, Training Manager, Country Director, and Peace Corps Trainees and Volunteers, and with partner organizations. Communicates at all levels as required by the job responsibilities.

JOB DETAILS:
Title: Sub-Programme Officer – Water Sanitation and Hygiene
Reports to: Secretariat Coordinator
Duration: 24 months, renewable
Duty Station: Kampala
Job Reference: HCDP-WSH01

Purpose of the Job:
To coordinate activities under the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sub Programme.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities and duties of the Programme Officer
• Act as a technical link between the Programme Secretariat and the various Agencies and Institutions under the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sub-Programme
• Monitor the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene work plans, budgets and expenditures and contribute to preparation of reports.
• Schedule and organize meetings for the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sub Programme
• Provide technical knowledge to support the various Agencies and Institutions under the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene SubProgramme
• Prepare work plans (annual and quarterly) and reports (progress, quarterly and annual) related to the sub programme activities f) Support preparation of the budget framework paper for the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sub-Programme
• Participate in quality assurance of Ministerial Policy statements for the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene sub-programme.
• Coordinate the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sub-programme Review activities
• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:
Qualifications:
• A Masters' Degree in either Project Planning and Management or Business Administration, or Economics or Education or Health, or Gender Studies, or Development Studies from a recognized Institution/ University.
• An Honours Degree in either Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences or any humanity from a recognised University iii. Professional qualification in Project Planning and Management

Experience:
• At least six (06) years working experience in a reputable organization three of which should have been in Project or Programme Management in related fields under water, sanitation and hygiene at a senior level
• Demonstrated competence in the fields of Planning, Resource Mobilisation, Project Management, monitoring and evaluation.

JOB DETAILS:
Title: Sub - Programme Officer - Health, Safety and Population Management
Reports to: Secretariat Coordinator
Duration: 24 months, subject to renewal
Duty Station: Kampala
Job Reference: HCDP-HSP01

Purpose of the Job: To coordinate the Health, Safety and Population Sub Programme.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities and duties of the Programme Officer:
• Act as a technical link between the Programme Secretariat and the various Agencies and Institutions under the Health, Safety and Population Sub-Programme
• Monitor the Health, Safety and Population work plans, budgets and expenditures and contribute to preparation of reports.
• Schedule and organize meetings for the Health, Safety and Population Sub Programme
• Provide technical knowledge to support the various Agencies and Institutions under the Health, Safety and Population Sub Programme
• Prepare work plans (annual and quarterly) and reports (progress, quarterly and annual) related to the sub programme activities
• Support preparation of the budget framework paper for the Health, Safety and Population Sub-Programme
• Participate in quality assurance of Ministerial Policy statements for the Health, Safety and Population sub-programme.
• Coordinate the Health, Safety and Population Sub-programme Review activities
• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:
Qualifications:
• A Masters' Degree in either Project Planning and Management or Business Administration, or Economics or Education or Health, or Gender Studies, or Development Studies from a recognized Institution/ University.
• An Honours Degree in either Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences or any humanity from a recognised University
• Professional qualification in Project Planning and Management

Experience:
• At least six (06) years working experience in a reputable organization three of which should have been in Project or Programme Management in health, population and safety at a senior level.
• Demonstrated competence in the fields of Planning, Resource Mobilisation, Project Management, monitoring and evaluation.

JOB DETAILS:
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/14)
Grade: P3
Reports to: Deputy Executive Secretary (Research)
Organ/Institution: East African Health Research Commission (EAHRC)
Duty Station: Bujumbura, Burundi

Main purpose of job:
The Principal Health Officer (Clinical Research) is responsible for developing and managing the clinical research function at the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC). The key function of this position is to coordinate clinical research activities within the EAC Partner States in collaboration with the National Health Research and Academic Institutions in each Country with a view of ensuring that research being conducted answers the key health issues in the EAC and advises on topical areas for clinical research.

Duties and responsibilities:
• Liaise with the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research) and the Principal Health Officer (Operational and Applied Research) to coordinate the development and implementation of health research activities and work plans in collaboration with the EAC Partner States’ National Health Research and Academic Institutions and other stakeholders and partners;
• Liaise with the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research) to develop and/or solicit for clinical research project proposals and market them to sponsors for funding;
• Provide clinical research-based technical expertise to health policy analysis and development;
• Develop clinical research materials and guidelines for presentation and distribution to health research stakeholders in the EAC Partner States;
• Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research), the Governing Board of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC), the EAC Sectoral Council of Ministers of Health and/or the EAC Council of Ministers from time to time.

Academic qualifications and experience:
• A Master’s degree in Health Sciences. A post graduate qualification in clinical research will be an added advantage;
• Relevant working experience of at least ten (10) years in clinical research or related fields with five (5) of which must at senior level;
• Must have published at least two (2) articles in international peer review journals, with at least one (1) article as the first or lead author.

Skills and competences:
• Ability to develop integrated results oriented annual work plans and other Organization-wide activities (setting objectives, developing strategies, budgeting, developing policies and procedures, and organizing the functions necessary to accomplish the activities);
• Should have extensive and demonstrable knowledge of clinical research and the translation of results of health research into health policy and practice;
• Demonstrable competency in public health systems development, management and institution building at national, regional and/or international level;
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistical data collection and analysis and ability to systematically review published literature in clinical research and assess the quality and results of relevant published studies.
• Proficiency in computer office applications and automated statistical analytical tools and/or related packages
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Should be fluent in the English language.
• Working knowledge of French and or Kiswahili will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills;
• Ability to work as a team leader and to motivate others;
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver on the set deadlines

Eligibility for applications:
Applicants from all EAC Partner States are eligible to apply for the above position.

Terms and Conditions of Service:
The above position is tenable for a contract of five (5) years renewable once.
This position is subject to the application of the Quota System.

Fringe Benefits:
The established posts offer attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance, transport allowance, education allowance, a medical scheme, and insurance cover.

Education Qualifications:
All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognized by the relevant national accreditation body in their respective Partner State. This condition is applicable for locally and internationally attained qualifications.
All professions that require registration with the specific professional bodies will be expected to do so in compliance with the requirements of their respective Partner States.

Relevant Working Experience:
Internship, training and apprenticeship will not be considered as relevant work experience.

Equal Opportunity:
The EAC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set requirements.