About US:
The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is an international non-profit organization which is a partnership of infectious diseases and public health specialists. The overall objective of the IDI is to strengthen health systems with strong emphasis on Infectious Diseases, through Research and Capacity Development. IDI has five operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care and Treatment; Training, Research and Laboratory services (provided through a partnership with the Makerere University – John Hopkins University Core Lab) and Outreach.
About CDC Project:
Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) received funding from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/PEPFAR to implement a comprehensive HIV/AIDS services in the mid-western Uganda Districts of Kiboga, Kibaale, Kyankwanzi, Hoima, Masindi, Buliisa and Kiryandongo. The project is called “Accelerating Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Service Delivery through Health System Capacity Building and Technical Assistance of District Health Teams and Health Facilities in Western and West Nile Regions in the Republic of Uganda under PEPFAR.”
Job Summary: The District Technical Support Officer will offer technical support to the district health team (DHT) and will support district-led programming for a decentralized HIV/AIDS response. The incumbent will initiate, plan, coordinate and evaluate project activities designed to enhance capabilities, governance and functionality of DHTs. The jobholder will also work very closely with the DHOs Office, health facilities and other stakeholders. He/she will lead capacity-building efforts to reinforce competencies of DHTs and HCWs and will be the key liaison between IDI and the district. The holder will be based in the office of the DHO.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Act as the principal liaison between the DHT and the Project Management.
Support in monitoring the district-led programming and sub-granting to districts.
Prepare regular briefings in relation to performance of district-led programming.
The incumbent will coordinate and adapt lessons learned from HSS activities to further strengthen and expand interventions to achieve the Project goals.
Identify barriers to implementation of district-led programming and propose corrective action.
Assess compliance of the partner districts to the terms and conditions of the partnerships.
Carry out capacity building and technical assistance to the DHT and HFs.
Offer technical support to DHTs regarding managing of sub-grants and financial agreements.
Represent the Project on all important district level fora e.g. DACs meetings, District Technical Planning Committee (DTPC) etc.
Perform any other duties as reasonably assigned by the Project Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery or a related health field. Possession of a Master’s Degree in Public Health, Master of Science (MSc), or related field
A minimum of three years of public health experience will be an added advantage.
Specialized training in HIV/AIDS
Significant experience in strategic planning, health systems strengthening (HSS) and participatory approaches.
Broad knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the decentralized Local Government System of Uganda.
Working knowledge of PEPFAR/US Government programming policies and regulations, procedures and practices, which bear on project management in support of cooperative agreements.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with the DHTs and HFs.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in HIV/AIDS.
Previous experience with Monitoring and Evaluation of programs.
Good project planning skills and a good understanding of sub granting systems to local governments.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their application cover letters with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees to:
The Human Resources Manager,
Infectious Diseases Institute,
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Deadline: 11th March, 2016 by 5:00 PM