Earn over 4.8m at USAID Uganda as Project Management Specialist

Organisation: United States Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Vacancy Number: 084/2013
Duty Station: USAID Uganda
Salary Grade: FSN-10 
(Ug shs. 58,213,135 to 83,870,107   p.a. inclusive of allowances).
About USAID:
USAID/Uganda is recruiting a qualified individual to fill the position
of Project Management Specialist, Maternal and Child Health (MCH).



Job Summary: The Project
Management Specialist, Maternal and Child Health (MCH) offers technical and
professional leadership to plan, implement, monitor, and oversee mission
supported maternal and child health activities.



Job Summary: The Public Health Specialist (Laboratory
Information Management Systems Officer) works under the leadership of the
Laboratory Branch Chief as a senior laboratory program advisor to
projects/programs under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
(PEPFAR). The incumbent provides comprehensive technical, administrative and
managerial advice and assistance in support of building laboratory capacity
which includes surveillance, research and investigation activities of host
government ministries, International Organizations, Non-Governmental
Organizations (NGO) and host Ministry of Health partners involved in the
treatment of HIV/AIDS in the country.  The job holder serves as a
senior advisor to the host country Ministry of Health, partners and NGOs in the
implementation of laboratory programs and activities. 



For a full job description, please visit the link below with all duties
and responsibilities on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE:  All applicants must address each selection criterion
detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each
item.
  • The candidate should hold a Masters degree
    in International Health, Public Health, Medicine or other relevant degree.
    Some knowledge on reproductive health or safe motherhood courses are advantageous.
  • The candidate should posses at least five
    years of progressively responsible professional experience in public
    management or program management; experience in maternal and child health
    is preferred. 
  • Prior work experience should include at least
    two years of planning, developing, and implementing and managing public
    health programs in resource poor settings.
  • Proven experience in coordination of
    large-scale projects a must.
  • General knowledge of the Ugandan public
    sector health system, donors and related private sector programs, as well
    as current health approaches in Uganda is required. 
  • Good understanding and knowledge of maternal/child
    health and family planning environment in Uganda preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, analytical, and
    communication skills. The job holder must be able to order priorities and
    manage several activities simultaneously. 
  • Must be able to work effectively in a team
    environment and coordinate well with others.
  • Excellent computer skills including Word,
    Excel, Database software, E-mail, and the internet; strong management
    skills, including financial management, administrative, and monitoring
    skills to track the performance of implementing partners and
    activities.  Ability to present information, analyses, and recommendations
    in clear written and oral formats.  Ability to travel to regions and
    districts within Uganda. 
  • Exceptional diplomacy, tact, cultural
    sensitivity and team participation are also required, in order to
    establish and maintain effective working relationships within USAID, with
    implementing partners, the interagency team and the government of Uganda.
  • Fluency in both spoken and written English
    a must
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: 24th September 2013
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.
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