Job Details:
ABOUT AIHA: The American International Health Alliance (AIHA) is a growing nonprofit organization with more than 24 years of experience implementing health systems strengthening and human resources for health (HSS/HRH) interventions in low- and middle-income countries around the globe. Using twinning — our highly collaborative, inclusive, holistic, and cost-effective programming model — we work to empower our partners to build a strong, sustainable foundation for locally driven, locally sustainable programs that greatly improve health service delivery and access to quality care. AIHA operates under various cooperative agreements and grants from U.S. Government and international donor agencies, including the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA); the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the World Bank. AIHA also receives corporate, foundation, and individual support.
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the HIV/AIDS Twinning Center Director, the Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting AIHA’s implementation of a biomedical engineering technician (BMET) training program in Uganda. Based in Kampala, the incumbent will be working as AIHA’s site-level program coordinator overseeing implementation of activities with our Ugandan partners. S/he will work in collaboration with other PEPFAR-funded partners, the Ministry of Health (MOH), and other national stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Oversee on-the-ground implementation of AIHA’s BMET training program in Uganda, both in Kampala and in select districts
• Provide BMET technical assistance through trainings, mentoring, and support to local partners
• Work to build the capacity of national and district-level BMET workshops
• Coordinate trainings alongside US-based resource partners
• Work with AIHA HQ staff, U.S., and local partners to develop and maintain program work plans, making needs-based changes and updates as appropriate
• Assist partners with the development, editing, finalization, and packaging of program curricula, materials, and reports
• Maintain a close collaborative working relationship with other PEPFAR implementing partners (IPs) and stakeholders, including the MOH, private sector, associations, and regulatory and training partners
• Oversee program monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities to ensure data is properly captured and reported
• Represent AIHA at U.S. Government IP meetings
• Represent AIHA at CDC quarterly review meetings to present project progress reports
• Schedule, coordinate, and participate in program trainings and meetings
• Serve as an information source on program policies, procedures, and administration guidelines
• Complete other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• BSc. in Biomedical Engineering; BSc. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with a certificate in biomedical engineering; a BSc. in Laboratory Technology with a minimum of three years of experience in equipment service engineering; or a diploma in Biomedical Engineering with at least five years of relevant work experience; hands-on BMET training experience is also a prerequisite for this position
• Proven ability to implement multidimensional projects with a focus on BMET training, particularly in the context of HIV-related laboratory equipment
• Experience in program management and support procedures
• Experience with U.S. Government donor compliance and reporting
• Ability to develop and maintain close relationships with various stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively with diverse coworkers and project participants
• Self-starter with strong multi-tasking and problem solving skills
• Must be very dependable and detail-oriented
• Effective and diplomatic communicator at all levels
• Ability to train and mentor health workers of different cadres
• Personal and professional maturity and judgment
• Financial management experience
• Willingness to work additional hours to meet tight deadlines as needed
• English fluency is essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and the Internet
• Must be willing to travel in-country and provide on-side leadership
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, set priorities, and work independently and in a team environment
TO APPLY:
• Submit a CV and Cover Letter to hr@aiha.com
• Applications are due by Friday, November 6, 2015
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
Job Apply Expiry Date: Nov 06, 2015
Company Name: American International Health Alliance