Mhealth Specialist Jobs at World Vision Uganda

Job Title: Mhealth Specialist

Employer: World Vision Uganda

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 13th September, 2013.



Job Summary:

The Mhealth Specialist will offer leadership in all Mhealth interventions for World Vision Uganda and ensure that roll out of programs using Mhealth technology are compliant to the ICT laws and regulations of the country and are compatible to the global IT standards of World Vision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Project Management:
• Take the lead in the roll out of Mhealth projects in World Vision Uganda by ensuring that the projects are using the most appropriate innovative and cost effective technologies.
• Provide necessary  technical guidance to project  implementing staff during the course of the project
• Manage, supervise and build capacity of staff on Mobile Health technologies for health programming
• Ensure that all Mhealth and other related deliverables are achieved according to the detailed implementation plan.

2.  Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation:
• Works with the Program office in the preparation of quality project reports and ensure they are submitted on time to support offices and donors.
• Work with health staff and program development team in the roll out of baseline surveys and evaluation of project
• Oversee the rollout of the Mhealth data collection process at the community and health facility level

3. Documentation, Research and Learning:
• Generate relevant reports from Mhealth systems and ensure that Mhealth stakeholder have access to information.
• Documentation of best practices and success stories in the application of Mhealth interventions.
• Identify innovative trends and new technologies that can be applied or used in WV health programming.
• Contribute to the testing, appraisal, eventual promotion and adoption of innovative ICT4D applications within WVU and among WVU partner organizations;

 4. Capacity Building:
• Provide or create avenues for learning for other WV staff to learn and apply Mhealth in programming by conducting Mhealth trainings and exhibitions.
• Coach and mentor staff on Mhealth technologies and applications

5. Partnership Development:
• Liaise with development agencies and partners on collaborative work related to Mhealth and other initiatives to position World Vision as a strategic partner in Mhealth landscape


Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should hold a university degree in IT or related field with further training in computer programming and IT project management approaches.
• Two to three years of relevant professional experience in the Mhealth domain as well as exposure to the full project cycle (i.e., programming, project processing to project administration);
• Past international NGO experience or in communications industry will be an advantage.
• Experience and keen interest in Mhealth in the contexts of Uganda/East Africa.
• Proficient in the use of a range of innovative technologies. These may include mobile or PC-based ICTs, phone (SMS) and SMS to web technologies and broadcasting. Eager to discover and explore Mhealth application appropriate to WVU working contexts.
• Experience in the integration of new technologies in development programs like health, education, water and sanitation with an intention of improving the well being of children.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Good organizational, inter-personal and communication skills in a multi-cultural working environment; international experience is an asset.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates must send their applications with complete Curriculum Vitae, via email to: wvujobs@wvi.org.  Please address the application to the People and Culture Specialist (Recruitment) and do indicate the post title in the email subject line.

NB: Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Program Specialist Jobs at Ministry of Health

Job Title: Program Specialist

Employer: Ministry of Health

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda


Application Deadline: 30th Aug 2013

Responsibilities:
• Become familiar with the joint work plan, joint budget, partnership agreements, contracts and the national implementation guidelines for the mass campaign distribution
• In consultation with MoH, MC and PMI develop a clear scope of work for SMP/JHU’s role in the LLIN distribution and establish performance benchmarks for SMP
• Together with COP, participate in National Coordinating Committee meetings and other discussions that may be held with MoH, donors and MC. Participate in national, regional and local planning and review meetings, trainings, supervision activities and workshops to ensure that.

Education and Experience, Skills:
• A post graduate degree in public health, business administration, supply chain, pharmaceutical management or related field
• A minimum of 5 years experience in managing health commodities, preferably LLIN distribution
• Additional experience in health information systems and desirable
• Prior work experience and knowledge of the public health context in Uganda strongly desirable
• Ability to lead strategic planning, results based management, financial tracking and reporting; Familiarity with USAID regulations
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to manage a team oriented setting, excellent oral and written communication skills in English


How to Apply:
Send your CVs/ copies of academic transcripts/testimonials and 3 professional referees. You can either drop them off in person at JHU-CCP offices, plot 15 Binayomba avenue, Bugolobi, opposite Ambrossoli international school and Royal Suites, attn HR Manager or email them to applications@jhuccpug.org

Media Specialist Jobs at IREX in Uganda

Job Title: Media Specialist, Uganda Rights of Rule of Law Activity

Employer: IREX

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda


Application Deadline: 30th Aug 2013

Job Summary

IREX seeks a Media Specialist to assist in implementing an expected USAID-funded rule of law program in Uganda. The program goal is to empower Ugandans to demand and assert their rights, and help increase the capacity of duty bearers to provide rights. The project will address three major areas: supporting an independent judiciary; fostering advocacy; and advancing the flow of information, including through media.


The position is contingent on funding.

Duties & Responsibilities


• Support efforts to protect the free flow of information using the media and help professionalize the media.
• Improve professionalism and ethics of the media as a key source of information for Ugandans
• Foster expertise on human rights and rule of law issues among journalists and editors to help improve the accuracy of reporting, and to help in the dissemination of factually objective information
• Strengthening institutions that regulate the media while also promoting and protecting the rights of individuals
• Develop and maintain effective collaborations with program partners and key stakeholders
• Represent IREX and support its organizational development

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in journalism, mass media, or in a related social science discipline is highly preferred
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in media advocacy and engagement on rule of law and rights matters
• Must have at least 2 years of technical experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders including the media, judiciary, CSOs, and adjudication institutions in a developing country
• Possess demonstrated experience in media in Uganda
• Demonstrated team player with visionary leadership
• Experience working with USG supported projects
• Experience in mentoring, coaching and skills transfer
• Excellent representational and communication skills, written and oral proficiency in English


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