About US Embassy:
Welcome to the United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda. The United States has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years. Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
· United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
· Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
· Peace Corps (PC)
Job Summary: The Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst will provides technical expertise and support to US Embassy’s CDC-Uganda staff and other partners/collaborators in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support the planning, designing and implementation of health information systems for HIV/AIDS and other public health programs and initiatives supported by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Program implementation 50%
· The incumbent will work closely with systems analysts, application developers, data managers, program staff and other researchers and scientists at CDC and at partner sites to integrate the usage of GIS in existing heath information management systems so that data capture, analysis and display can be geographically referenced. This will necessitate conducting needs assessments, periodic workshops and training sessions for CDC staff and their partners to handle issues of data entry/update, data quality, utilization of the GIS system as a management and planning tool, and to update them on new features and requirements.
· On a continuous basis, the incumbent will review existing and functional geographical and other health information systems to ensure data quality, database timely updates by partners; to develop training guidelines for new partners and dissemination of new instructions and changes in the system; and make recommendations on required modifications and improvements to the systems.
· The job holder also follows up with Project Officers to ensure recommendations and modifications are implemented.
2. GIS Use and Integration: 40%
· The GIS Analyst will support the Programmatic and Research branches at CDC by ensuring that GIS applications are integrated with CDC/USG and PEPFAR program reporting requirements and indicators where possible to facilitate the review of the performance of PEPFAR funded public health programs and initiatives. This includes supporting other M&E specialists, health and behavioral scientists, laboratorians, epidemiologists, systems analysts and data managers in carrying out critical analysis and making presentations to partners, key stakeholders such as Ministry of Health, partners, other US agencies, host country officials, and visitors and delegations using the GIS and other related sources of information and tools.
· He / she will also support the development and production of high quality maps, posters, charts and other graphics to support and aid presentations, and continuous program review and analysis.
· The GIS Analyst will keep abreast of new advancements in GIS/GPS software and be able to transform geo-spatial data to new format.
3. Interagency coordination 10%
· The GIS Analyst will establish and maintain working relations with senior officers in the Uganda Bureau of Statistics, UN agencies, Donors, Ministries and other providers of Geo-spatial information to ensure the exchange of ideas, data sharing and acquisition, and obtaining guidelines on best practice. This will include participating in national committees and other working groups established to develop and propose new ways of updating the spatial data that are already on the system and obtaining new data. Incumbent will need to keep abreast of trends and new developments in the GIS field.
· The GIS Analyst will develop a training program to empower staff working with PEPFAR funded programs to build local technical capacity for GIS activities
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
· The ideal candidate for the US Embassy CDC Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst should hold a Degree in Health Informatics, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Statistics, or Computer Sciences is required.
· At least two years of progressively responsible, professional-level experience in health information data management.
· Theoretical and practical knowledge of health information sciences, public health informatics and good understanding of analyzing and interpreting data for public health use are required.
· Possess excellent analytical capabilities; interpersonal skills; and the ability to prepare verbal, tabular, and graphic presentations of related information.
· Ability to establish and maintain contacts with high level officials in Uganda government institutions, as well as with influential non-government for geo-spatial data sharing or acquisition.
· Language Proficiency: Level IV English ability (Fluent) is required. Must have excellent public relations, writing, and speaking skills in English.
How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:
· Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download it Here.
· A current resume or curriculum vitae.
· Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
· Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov.
NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone: 0414-306001/259-791/5
Deadline: 13th September, 2015
The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.