Infectious Diseases Institute Key Populations Technical Officer Jobs in Uganda
Infectious Diseases Institute Key Populations Technical Officer Jobs in Uganda
Job SummaryThe Key Populations (KP) Technical Officer will be responsible for providing direct technical support to Government Agencies and Regional Implementing Mechanisms (RIMs).
This includes KP Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to enhance their capacity to deliver and monitor high quality and friendly HIV-related prevention, care and treatment (PCT) services for key and priority populations in line with government of Uganda guidelines and policies.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with the Project Manager and, in liaison with project partners, to build
capacity of Ministry of Health, Implementation Partners including KP CSOs in the design,
implementation, coordination and oversight for provision of comprehensive services for Key and Priority Populations
Main locations
Support technical assistance efforts to build capacity of RIMs and KP-CSOs and non-health actors to support prevention, care and support services for key and priority populations; as well as address structural barriers that affect delivery of such services to key and priority populations
Support RIMs to enhance their capacity in key population performance monitoring and
routine data use.
Participate in identification, implementation and documentation of continuous quality improvement activities and best practices along the HIV continuum of testing, treatment, and retention especially in the context of COVID-19.
Support translation of national HIV prevention policies and protocols into operational work plans and budgets to guide implementation of HIV services responsive to the needs of key and priority populations
Participate in documenting,
tracking and reporting on the project efforts based on the Projects Theory of Change
Desirable skills & qualities
Up-to-date knowledge of national HIV/AIDS prevention and management guidelines and policies.
Specialized knowledge of HIV programming for key and priority populations in need of
HIV prevention, care and treatment services.
Good communication, organization and management skills.
Understands client confidentiality and exhibits a high level of ethical conduct.
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a medical related field
A master’s degree in a health related field or social sciences
Training and experience in clinical management of HIV/AIDS, counselling and support
Additional training and experience in key and/or priority population programming.
How to Apply
Candidates that meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in these positions should send their CVs, including details of email address, present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address not later than 16th, October 2020.
Email your application and CV to hr@idi.co.ug
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