The Human Resources Manager,
Infectious Diseases Institute,
Mulago Hospital, P.O. Box 22418, Kampala. Uganda.

Deadline: Monday, 7th July 2014.

The Human Resources Manager,
Infectious Diseases Institute,
Mulago Hospital, P.O. Box 22418, Kampala. Uganda.

Deadline: Monday, 7th July 2014.

Job Title: Operations  Manager
The mission of  Infectious  Diseases Institute  is to build capacity  of health systems  in Africa.
Policies  and Procedures
•    Prepare draft policies , procedures and guidelines  for senior management  consideration and approval , and implement approved  policies ;
•    Develop  operating and maintenance  schedules  and procedures  that ensure high quality  standards , continually of service  and cost effective  operations
•     Develop an  Environment , Health  & Safety plan  for  IDI.

Education
•    Ten years of   Senior Experience in  Operations management  idearly in  the  NGO or private sector
•    Master’s degree in  a relevant field  (for example  MBA or engineering )
•    Experience in project management  or engineering works  or management of  large, mult-site facilities  would be a significant  advantage
•    Demonstrated ability  to direct and  motivate a diverse and talented workforce

How to apply
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply  may hand deliver , email and post  an application letter  with a detailed  CV, naming of at least two  professional referees  to:
The Manager , Human Resource
Infectious  Diseases Institute
P. O. Box  22418, Kamapala , E-mail:hr@idi.co.ug

Deadline: 31/03 /2013

Job Title:  Assistant  Procurement  Officer
The mission of  Infectious  Diseases Institute  is to build capacity  of health systems  in Africa.
Responsibilities
•    Check and prepare  specifications , terms of reference  & statement  of requirements  in liaison  with user  departments
•    Preparing and issuing  Request for  quotations  or  request  for proposals
•    Conduct evaluation  of bids and make  appropriate recommendations

Qualifications
•    A University  degree  in Procurement  & Supply chain  management , Procurement  & Logistics  Management , Business   administration –procurement  or any other related field .
•    At least two  years experience  in procurement  and supply chain  management  in a busy  reputable  organization .
•    Should have good interpersonal skills
•     Strong  verbal and written   communication skills

How to apply
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply  may hand deliver , email and post  an application letter  with a detailed  CV, naming of at least two  professional referees  to:
The Manager , Human Resource
Infectious  Diseases Institute
P. O. Box  22418, Kamapala , E-mail:hr@idi.co.ug

Deadline: 31/03 /2013

Job Title: Counselors

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) FULL TIME

The counselor will be responsible for providing the clients relevant information about SMC. He/ she will perform counseling sessions ensuring high level confidentiality without discrimination. He/ she must treat each client with dignity and respect.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provides a full range of counseling services to MMC clients
• Identify clients problems and document pertinent information
• Assist clients in formulating plans for addressing problem areas
• Refers clients for further counseling to other social support institutions as required
• Participates as a full member of the expanded AMAKA team
• Support other circumcision related activities as required
Requirement:    

Educational Requirements:
• A diploma or degree in a health related field
• Completion of a recognized course in a counseling with a specialty in counseling services for persons living with HIV/AIDS
• Minimum of 3 years work experience in a clinical setting

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
• Excellent communication skills
• Good counseling skills
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary work
• Knowledge and understanding of recent advances in HIV/AIDS.

How to apply:    
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand-deliver, email or post an application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to:
The Human Resource Manager Infectious Diseases Institute P.O. Box 22418, Kampala. hr@idi.co.ug
Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, 4th June 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 4th June 2012

Job Title:Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Inspect the sanitary conditions of all IDI facilities
• Conduct safety and environmental audits
• Ensuring all work injuries, work caused illnesses or dangerous events at the work place are investigated

Educational Requirements:
• A bachelors degree/ advanced diploma in environmental health science, public health or any other related field
• Training in occupational health and safety
Knowledge, skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge and practical understanding of occupational health and health procedures
• Knowledge of conducting appropriate health and safety education program
• Good analytical skills
• Investigative skills

How to Apply:
Qualified Candidates who wish to apply may hand-deliver, email or post an application letter with a detailed cv, naming at least two professional referees to:

Human Resource Manager,
Infectious Disease Institute
P.O.Box 22418, Kampala

Deadline: 21st December 2011

Job Title: Medical Clinical Officer

Background:
IDI received 5-year funding ending September 2013 for implementation of activities funded through the US Department of Health and Human Services/Centres for Disease Control Cooperative Agreement awarded for the Project “Building Capacity for Scaling up HIV/AIDS Services in the districts of Kibaale, Kiboga, Kyankwanzi, Hoima, Masindi and Buliisa.”

This project facilitates collaboration between the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), other partners and the mentioned districts to build capacity of the districts’ health systems to enable them scale up HIV/AIDS services.

As part of the continued plan to implement the above objectives, IDI is in the process of recruiting a qualified individual to fill the position of Medical Clinical Officer.

1. Medical Clinical Officer- (1 position)

Educational Requirements:

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community health.
• Must be registered with the Allied Health professionals’ Council
• At least 2 years of post-qualification professional experience
• Formal training in HIV/AIDS care and treatment for Clinical officers.
• Use of computers including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, email and Internet.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
• Ability to communicate with patients in local language
• Knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS related issues
• Knowledge of good clinical procedures and practices
• Ability to work effectively in a team as well as working with district teams

Responsibilities:

1. Participate in drawing up schedules for the Short Team Technical Assistance Team (STTAT) in the District.
2. Conduct technical support supervision of HIV /AIDS activities in project supported Health facilities in the Districts.
3. Ensure the capacity of Health Workers in supported facilities is built through appropriate Continuous Professional Development sessions and Mentorship Programme.
4. Participate in the planning, budgeting and report generation for STTAT related activities.
5. Ensure quality in all activities conducted by the STTAT.
6. Participate in the quality management of HIV patients in the supported health facilities.
7. Communicate professionally in writing as well generation of reports.
8. Ensure that all activities pertaining to HIV prevention, care and treatment services are offered according to National policies and guidelines.
9. Any others responsibilities assigned by management in line within project scope of work

Key outputs:
• Improved quality of service provision in supported HIV clinics
• Improved linkages of HIV positive persons identified through HCT (both Community and PITC) to care.
• Regular support supervision visits, mentorship sessions and CME’s in all supported facilities.
• Participate in the process of accreditation of sites that are yet unaccredited for provision of Anti retroviral therapy services.

COMPENSATION:
Compensation for the position will be commensurate with experience, and training.

Qualified and interested persons may apply online at hr@idi.co.ug OR Send an application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to:

The Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P. O. Box 22418, Kampala.

The closing date for the applications is 22nd July 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

NB: Candidates MUST be willing to work and live in Kibaale district.

Job Title: Procurement Officer

He/she shall be responsible for the IDI procurement function which involves both local and international purchases, covering a range of requirements from medical drugs, laboratory equipment and supplies, office supplies; IT related requirements, renovations, and service agreements among
others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to negotiate procurement terms and conditions; Good communication skills, both oral and written; Knowledge of procurement procedures; Proficiency in the use of computers especially Excel spreadsheets, word-processing packages and e-mail;
* Ability to use judgment and initiative in the course of executing responsibilities;
* Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures;
* Ability to communicate with employees, vendors, and IDI contacts in a courteous and professional manner and
* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

To Apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand-deliver, email or post an application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to:

The Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P. O. Box 22418, Kampala.
hr@idi.co.ug

For more information please check the Institute’s website: http://www.idi-makerere.
com/ Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 25th February 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Position: Clinic Manager

Responsibilities:
? Responsible for organizing and coordinating the day to day activities of the clinic
? Responsible for ensuring quality of patient care, liaises with medical team and administration to improve qualify of patient care as well as providing support services to discordant couples
? Ensures availability and safe storage of clinic supplies; Receipts, Issues, and maintenance of stores Ledger
? Supervises Nurses and Counselors
? Responsible for the daily petty cash expenses at the clinic and ensures proper accountability for the funds,

Educational Qualifications and experience
? BSC Nursing , Registered Nursing, Diploma in Nursing from a recognized Institution
? Should be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives
? At least three years experience in a research setting;
? Certificate in HIV/AIDS Counseling from a recognized Institute.
? Fluency in Lusoga and Swahili is an added advantage.

Other requirements
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills;
Should be fluent in oral and written English
Should be a highly motivated person and should be able to work under a high workload;
Competent in the use of standard office software;
Ability to work in a team but also work independently

Compensation:
Compensation for these positions will be commensurate with train?ing and experience.

To Apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand -deliver application letters with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to;

The Jinja PrEP Study site.
Infectious Diseases Institute,
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala Partners House, Plot 27B, Kiira Road,
Jinja (Next to the World War Cemetery, opposite the gate to the Jinja Hospital Mortuary)

OR
Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala,
Tel: 256 - 0414 - 307200, 0312 - 307 200
Fax: 256 - 0414 - 307 290
E-mail: office@idi.co,ug

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, October 29, 2010.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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Background

The mission of the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is to build high quality care and prevention of HIV/AIDS and related infectious diseases through training, research, and advanced clinical services. IDI has four operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission; Prevention, Care and Treatment; Training, Research; and Laboratory services (provided through a partnership with the Makerere University-John Hopkins University Core Lab).

As part of its activities to sustain its objectives, the IDI is involved in a study on prevention of HIV transmission among the HIV discordant Couples and is in a process of recruiting suitable candidates to fill the following positions:

Position: Study Physician

Responsibilities:
? Responsible for implementing study specific clinical procedures, performing physical and genital examinations of study participants as well as HIV related counseling.
? Prescribes medications for treatable medical conditions, and makes referrals to other agencies for acute medical conditions not covered by this research/ study,
? Participates in filling and reviewing case report forms and source documents and ensures integrity of study data through QA/QC activities/procedures.
? Participates in developing and implementing of standard operating procedures.
? Ensures adherence to set quality standards.

Educational Qualifications and Employment Experience
? M.B.Ch.B
? Registered with the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council

Other Skills and Experience
? Experience in working and/or management of HIV/AIDS or STDs
? Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
? Experience in recording information for research purposes
? Ability to work as a team
? Experience in working in a clinical trials research setting is an

To Apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand -deliver application letters with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to;

The Jinja PrEP Study site.
Infectious Diseases Institute,
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala Partners House, Plot 27B, Kiira Road,
Jinja (Next to the World War Cemetery, opposite the gate to the Jinja Hospital Mortuary)

OR
Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala,
Tel: 256 - 0414 - 307200, 0312 - 307 200
Fax: 256 - 0414 - 307 290
E-mail: office@idi.co,ug

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, October 29, 2010.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

View the original article here