UCP Wheels for Humanity Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Technical Coordinator Jobs in Uganda
UCP Wheels for Humanity Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Technical Coordinator Jobs in Uganda
General Summary: UCPW is seeking candidates for a Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology (AT) Technical Coordinator for a new five-year USAID-funded project, Learning, Acting and Building for Rehabilitation in Healthy Systems (ReLAB-HS). The Rehabilitation and AT Technical Coordinator will serve as the lead clinical expert on the ground. Only candidates with work authorization in Uganda will be considered; relocation benefits will not be provided.
ReLAB-HS aims to support development of health systems that are responsive to the escalating challenge of addressing the growing needs for rehabilitation within populations. It seeks to co-design and implement innovative, comprehensive, cost-effective interventions that strengthen health systems for provision of rehabilitation including assistive technology. ReLAB-HS will focus on integrating rehabilitation and assistive technology services across all levels of care within health systems. The ReLAB-HS consortium comprises of six international partners with expertise in health systems, implementation science, and delivery innovations.
About UCP Wheels for Humanity:
Founded in 1996, UCP Wheels for Humanity (UCPW) increases access to mobility and improves quality of life for children and adults with physical disabilities in less-resourced countries. UCP Wheels makes strategic investments in communities by leveraging existing capacities and empowering local stakeholders. Based on the needs of each region in which we work, we offer one or more of our direct-service or capacity-building programs. For more information, visit www.ucpwheels.org
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Uganda Project Manager, the Rehabilitation and AT Technical Coordinator will be responsible for performing the following primary tasks:
Technical Guidance and Project Management
Serve as the lead clinical expert in Uganda for ReLAB-HS project activities, including national and consortium stakeholder engagement, formative assessments, collaborative service delivery model design, and ongoing capacity building
Ensure the technical integrity of all rehabilitation and AT project activities implemented in Uganda
Provide coordination support to activities led by other consortium members in Uganda
Guide engagement with national stakeholders, including the MOH and other actors as it relates to the development and integration of the AT service provision model and associated protocols
Lead or coordinate advocacy training and the Making it Work methodology with community stakeholders
Oversee the work of the Uganda Rehabilitation and AT Technical Advisor and the Uganda Project Support and Inclusion Officer and provide technical guidance to AT and rehabilitation consultants supporting the project
Integrate
the utilization of mHealth across project activities
Support the development of the project work plan and contribute to the annual work planning process; flag any work plan modifications that may be required and participate in revisions
Representation
Serve as in-country, technical liaison to consortium stakeholders, including a national secretariat focused on AT
Represent ReLAB-HS among national stakeholders and with donor representatives as needed
Serve as the technical point of contact for external stakeholders
Reporting
Provide and review technical inputs for contractually obligated donor reports
Provide information/responses to ad hoc reporting requests from donor or HQ as needed
Participate in UCPW ReLAB team meetings as needed
Minimum Qualifications (mandatory):
Clinical rehabilitation degree, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, or nursing
At least 5 years’ experience in physiotherapy or occupational therapy services within an international development context
Demonstrated experience working on large institutional grants and complex programs
Familiarity with national health systems for rehabilitation services
Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English
Strong human resources management, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Proven ability to develop and manage stakeholder relationships
Proven ability to synthesize technical inputs
Proven experience taking initiative in finding solutions to complex challenges
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Willingness to travel domestically up to 25% of the time
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience providing technical inputs on a USAID-funded program
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume in English to
careers@ucpwheels.org no later than February 1, 2021. Please include “Application for Rehab and AT Technical Coordinator: YOUR NAME” in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
UCP Wheels is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. UCP Wheels encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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