International NGO Jobs - Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) Coordinator at Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)
Organisation: Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) Duty Station: Kampala, UgandaThe Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to strengthening integrated health systems in the developing world and expanding access to care and treatment for HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases. CHAI’s solution-oriented approach focuses on improving market dynamics for medicines and diagnostics; lowering prices for treatment; accelerating access to life-saving technologies; and helping governments build the capacity required for high-quality care and treatment programs. Since its establishment in 2002 by President William J. Clinton, CHAI has worked on the demand and supply sides of the market to help more than 2 million HIV+ people access the medicines needed for treatment—representing nearly half of all people on HIV treatment in developing countries. Building on this model, CHAI has expanded its scope to include efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery systems and to combat malaria and childhood illnesses.Worldwide, almost one in three child deaths is due to pneumonia or diarrhea, claiming over 2 million lives each year. Diarrhea alone kills roughly 750,000 children every year worldwide. In Uganda, about 27,000 children die annually from pneumonia, making it the leading cause of under 5 mortality. Diarrhea is responsible for approximately 10,000 child deaths, approximately 10% of all child mortality. Diarrhea and pneumonia are two of the most solvable public health problems. Safe, effective and affordable drugs to treat those suffering from Diarrhea and pneumonia exist. Low cost antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, can prevent the majority of pneumonia deaths. Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) and zinc can prevent a majority of diarrhea-related deaths and dramatically improve child health. In Uganda, a program to scale-up diarrhea and pneumonia treatment is being undertaken by CHAI in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the National Medical Store and private sector stakeholders.Job Summary: The Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) Coordinator is an integral member of the CHAI Uganda HIV Systems team and supports the Ministry of Health’s efforts to eliminate Mother-to-Child-Transmission (MTCT) of HIV/AIDS and ensure commodities security for EID testing. Strong candidates for this role will have demonstrated skills in strategy and communications, as well as quantitative analysis and project management. The EID Coordinator may be asked to offer analytical and writing support for other lab diagnostic areas. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in government and technical partners to ensure coordination of resources and effortsTechnically support implementation of key MOH programmatic initiatives by drafting policy, developing training materials, providing analytical support, and identifying solutions to operational challengesOffer technical direction and guidance to Ministry of Health to ensure the security of testing commodities through forecasting, supply chain analysis, and procurement supportIdentify new opportunities to strengthen patient outcomes and improve lab performanceQualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate should hold a Bachelor Degree in a relevant field preferably Public Health; Masters preferred but not requiredA minimum of two years’ experience in a demanding, results-oriented environmentPast exposure and experience working in management consulting, finance or a similarly quantitative/analytical capacity is an added advantage. Prior experience working in Africa and/or developing countries is an added advantage.Possession of an Advanced degrees in management, public health, or other relevant fields will be an added advantage.Excellent problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPointExcellent communications skills—both written and oral—and the ability to develop relationships with both rural health care workers, and high-level Ministry officialsInterest in working long hours on a regular basisPossess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work independentlyAbility to learn on the job quickly and absorb/synthesize a broad range of informationAbility to work within limited budgets and human resourcesAbility to multi-task and to be effective in high-pressure situationsIf you are passionate about humanities and desire to join this prestigious health NGO founded by one of the United States of America’s Former Presidents, please click web link below.For More Ugandan Jobs, Please Visit http://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline
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