About Abt:
Abt Associates is an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries. Abt seeks to implement a five-year project funded by the U.S Agency for International Development (USAID).
About USAID RHVP Project:
Abt Associates is implementing the five year Uganda Voucher Plus Activity (in its second year) which is increasing access to safe motherhood services in private facilities in Northern and Eastern Uganda by engaging private providers in contracts to provide quality safe motherhood services to qualified impoverished women presenting a voucher purchased in communities..
Job Summary: The Regional Continuous Quality Improvement Mentor Midwife will provide clinical mentorship and technical support supervision of RMNCH activities in accredited Private Health Facilities in line with MoH policy for CQI in MNCH.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the USAID Regional Continuous Quality Improvement Mentor Midwife job placement should hold a diploma in midwifery from a recognized institution
Possession of a degree in nursing (reproductive health) or public health & population or its equivalent is desired
The applicant must be registered with the relevant professional body with a valid practicing license
At least three years’ experience in Quality Improvement approaches and training clinical service providers on maternal & reproductive health programs/projects (with a focus on Emergency obstetric care, FP and EMTCT/EID/HCT) with a reputable international NGO
Previous exposure and experience working with private health providers and District local governments is desired
A Trainer of Trainers in components of safe motherhood services (with solid working knowledge and practical skills) in the following areas: Emergency Obstetric care, comprehensive FP, EMTCT and other sexual reproductive health issues
Prior experience in mentorship/coaching, facilitative support supervision and use of
Collaborative approaches in Ql would be desired Advanced written, presentation, and communication skills in English
Ability and willingness to travel extensively in the region
Highly dynamic, self-motivated/self-driven, able to demonstrate high initiative with minimal supervision
Knowledge and understanding of Eastern or Northern Ugandan dialects (desirable) Gulu, Lira, Soroti & Mbale
Be a Ugandan national
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the USAID Project are encouraged to send their updated resumes / CVs and application letters that provide details of the applicant’s specific qualifications via Email to UgandaVouchers@abtassoc.com. Please clearly include the position title in the subject of the E-mail.
Deadline: 12th May 2017