Founded in 1977, GOAL works to promote the realization of the fundamental rights of the poor, the vulnerable, and those affected by humanitarian crisis. GOAL currently works in 15 countries; Ethiopia, Haiti, Honduras, India, Kenya, Malawi, Niger, Sierra Leone, Sudan, South Sudan, Syria, Uganda, Iraq, Philippines and Zimbabwe. GOAL’s head office is in Dublin, Ireland with support offices in London and New York.

Operational in Uganda since the late 70’s, the current country programme focuses on two of GOAL’s three strategic sectors, namely: Health (including WASH and Health Accountability programming); and a market based approach to improving agricultural livelihoods and WASH. GOAL Uganda mainstreams HIV, gender, child protection and the resilience strategies across all programming. GOAL works on a district focused approach, and uses a mixture of direct implementation and partnerships with national and international civil society organizations, local government, the private sector and communities to give effect to our mission.

GOAL Uganda has a skilled team of approximately 110 personnel and manages an annual operating budget of approximately €4.6 million (2015). GOAL is currently operational in the North, South, East and West of Uganda with five offices in Kampala, Bugiri, Abim, Kaabong and Agago Districts. With a new livelihood programming planned we will open a new office in Lira in 2015.

The current GOAL Uganda country programme operational areas:

General Position Summary

GOAL Uganda is seeking a dynamic person to support the strategic design and development of resilience programming. We wish to develop a clear resilience strategy across the country programme, support better understanding across our teams in this new approach; source new resources to scale up resilience programming and hand over to a national candidate at the end of a year.

Specific deliverables include:

Requirements

Essential:

Highly Desirable

Job Location:Kampala based, with extensive travel

Reporting to: Livelihood Advisor (with significant collaboration with WASH Advisor, ACD P and CD)

Contract Length: One year (Nonrenewable)

This is your opportunity to use your expertise in monitoring, evaluation and research in the WASH field to help improve the lives and futures of some of the world's most vulnerable children.

You can do this by joining World Vision (WV)–a global network of people committed to enhance the well-being and protection of children everywhere by empowering them, their families and communities to overcome the challenges of poverty and injustice.

The Senior Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learningwillprovide leadership and coordination for the monitoring, evaluation and learning components of the USAID WASH project. The Senior Advisor will develop monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems that include appropriate indicators, baseline data, targets and a plan to evaluate performance and produce timely accurate and complete reporting.

We believe that every child is a precious gift to the entire world and that their well-being concerns us all. We will not rest while children suffer in situations that can be changed. We are looking for people who share our beliefs and our passion.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

· Develop the overall framework for project M&E in accordance with the project and document M&E plan.

· Conduct a readiness assessment regarding M&E.

· Identify the requirements for collecting baseline data, prepare terms of reference (ToRs) and commission the baseline survey as required.

· Oversee and execute M&E activities included in the annual work plan, with particular focus on results and impacts as well as in lesson learning.

· Design and implement a system to identify, analyse, document and disseminate lessons learned.

· Consolidate a culture of lessons learning involving all project staff and allocate specific responsibilities.

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

If you believe you have the skills and experience to fulfil this vital and challenging role that will enhance the lives of vulnerable children in Uganda, we'd love to hear from you.

Population Services International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization, with a mission to measurably improve the health of poor and vulnerable people in the developing world by influencing their behavior, principally through social marketing of family planning and health products and services, and health communications. PSI has programs in more than 60 countries and works in malaria, HIV, reproductive health, child survival, and tuberculosis. PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. For more information, please visit www.psi.org

PSI seeks qualified, dynamic candidates for the position of Senior Technical Advisor Social Marketing for Uganda. The Senior TA will directly assist the Chief of Party in the design, roll-out and day-to-day management and implementation of an anticipated Social Marketing Project aimed at improving the utilization of health related products and services. S/he shall have depth and breadth of technical expertise and experience in designing and implementing comprehensive Social Marketing interventions. S/he shall have strong management expertise, interpersonal skills, and professional relationships. This full-time position is based in Kampala, Uganda and reports to the COP.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

*Note that this position is contingent upon funding.

STATUS:

Please apply online at www.psi.org.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individualsregardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

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Medical Care Development International (MCDI) is a division of Medical Care Development Inc., and has been accorded consultative status (Roster) with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. MCDI is a founding member of the CORE Group of PVOs. The mission of MCDI is to enhance the well-being of peoples and communities in developing nations by means of technical assistance in the areas of health and socio-economic development. We develop and disseminate tools, mechanisms and strategies that improve access and management of health care services; we work with a wide spectrum of organizations, from grassroots community groups to multi-lateral donor institutions, to improve the quality and quantity of care.

MCDI is seeking candidates for a proposed five-year USAID/Uganda malaria program. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant experience in Uganda. This position is subject to project award and funding.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior M&E Advisor leads and manages the provision of technical assistance to the national M&E system for malaria control and the national Health Management Information System (HMIS), and is responsible for building the M&E capacity of the NMCP, Regional Performance Monitoring and reporting Teams (RPMTs), and District Health Management Teams (DHMTs) in the project focus districts.

Specific responsibilities include the following:

· Working closely with the Project Chief of Party to provide technical support to build the capacity of the NMCP to monitor and evaluate program activities, particularly in implementing, revising and updating the current national M&E plan and to provide appropriate training to M&E staff at NMCP and RPMTs.

· Supervise and support to sustain and improve the existing databases that monitor achievements in all malaria interventions (ITNs promotion, MIP, case management, BCC, capacity building, M&E, partnership, and policy developments) at district, regional, and national levels.

· Assist the NMCP and RPMTs to improve the quality, validity, reliability, timeliness of HMIS and use of HMIS by decision-makers at national, regional, district levels.

· Oversee the Project support to improve the quality, validity, reliability, timeliness of HMIS and use of HMIS at health facility levels, and ensure that the HMIS data reported in target districts also captures PFP data.

· Support the district collection and analysis of Lot Quality Assessment Sampling (LQAS) data for some districts in the Central region under the guidance of the Strengthening TB and AIDS Response (STAR-E) LQAS activity.

· Support the Project efforts to strengthen national malaria surveillance by: 1) improving data quality at health facilities, 2) improve timeliness and completeness of reported data, and 3) use data for decision making at health facilities, district, regional performance monitoring team and at national level.

· Provide technical assistance for the implementation of an MCDI-supported platform to harmonize the multiple malaria databases into an integrated system.

· Assess and implement innovative technologies (mHealth) supportive of improved health information system reporting.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

· Monitoring and Evaluation Professional with health program M&E work experience in developing countries, preferably in Uganda; Master’s degree in Public Health, epidemiology, bio-statistics, statistics, monitoring and evaluation or another relevant field;

· A minimum of six years relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation of donor funded projects;

· Established track record in monitoring and evaluation of health programs, with extensive experience designing, developing and implementing health data information systems, preferably in Uganda in malaria control or other infectious diseases;

· Extensive experience in data processing and data management (from data capturing to data analysis for decision making). This should include high level knowledge in the use of database management software (e.g. MS Access, SQL-Server and/or other), SQL, MS Excel, and data analysis software (e.g. STATA, SPSS, EPI Info and/or other). Experience in the use/programming of PDAs will be considered an asset;

· Experience in mentoring counterparts in monitoring and evaluation, database management, data analysis using the software identified above;

· Experience in implementing/managing household surveys an advantage (preferably malaria indicator surveys), including training and supervision of enumerators, processing and cleaning of data, merging datasets, and basic data analysis;

· Have a basic understanding of GIS applications such as ESRI, and be able to analyze geo reference data as part of HMIS and M&E protocol;

· Ability to work independently and manage a high volume work flow;

· Must possess excellent management and English communication skills.

All candidates should send a cover letter and a CV/resume by email to: mcdijobs@mcd.org . Please quote the Job Title in the email subject line.

Organization: The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation- Uganda
The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation - Uganda (Baylor- Uganda) headquartered at Mulago hospital, is a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care and treatment organization that supports the treatment and care of HIV infected and affected Children and Adults. Baylor- Uganda has four operational areas; HIV/AIDS care, treatment and prevention services, maternal child health services, Health Professional training and Clinical Research. Baylor-Uganda is in receipt of PEPFAR grant through CDC and Ministry of health
Job Summary: The Health System Strengthening Advisor will initiate, develop and monitor the implementation of systems, strategies and procedures for strengthening health systems in liaison with the Ministry of Health, District Health Teams (DHT), other government sectors involved in the HIV response to ensure sustainability of PEPFAR and post-PEPFAR activities in Baylor-Uganda supported regions in line with HIV/AIDS National Strategic Plan (NSP) and Baylor- Uganda mission.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  The ideal candidate should possess a Master's degree in public health, or its equivalent with a degree in Medicine. At least five (5) years' experience in health systems strengthening, project management, and financial management, especially in the context of HIV/AIDS issues and programs, with at least two (2) years' experience in a national or resource challenged setting with preference a developing country.Past exposure and experience in program design, strategic planning, program management and implementation, especially within a developing country context. Prior experience working with Donor funded health programs is preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy, required to establish and maintain a wide range of senior level and working level contacts with HIV/AIDS programs in government, non-governmental, and private-sector circles. Possess the ability to work effectively within team and interagency environments. Skills in monitoring and evaluation frame works. Willing to spend 60% of the time in the regionsHow to Apply: 
If you have the relevant qualifications and experience, please send your application to the address including a detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements, current position, names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional/Academic documents, email address, and day time telephone contact. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda Block 5 Mulago Hospital, P.O. Box 72052, Clock Tower, Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 26th September 2014 by 4PM
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews by the 24th of September 2014

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Technical Advisor II

Project Description:

FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Technical Advisor for the anticipated USAID-funded Regional Health Integration to Enhance Services in South Western Uganda (RHITES-SW) project in Uganda. The expected duration of the project is five years. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.

RHITES SW will work to increase utilization of health services by strengthening systems; improving quality; increasing availability of, access to, and demand for quality services; and supporting the health sector to sustain the high rate of utilization in the South Western Region of Uganda. The health services that will be supported will include HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, nutrition, family planning, and maternal, neonatal and child health care.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

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