_edited.png){kind=small}
Share this Job:
Consultant job at UNICEF | Apply Now
Are you looking for Consultant jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Consultant job at UNICEF
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Deadline:
May 10, 2024 at 9:00:00 AM
About the Organisation
UNICEF, originally called the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund in full, now officially United Nations Children's Fund, is an agency of the United Nations responsible for providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide
Job Title
Consultant job at UNICEF
Job Description
The main objective of this Consultancy is to support the Government of Uganda to support the development of training manuals for the NCHS to streamline operationalization at different levels of care from national to household level. Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Commissioner Community Health, the Consultant will work closely with the Community Health Department and collaborate with stakeholders to prove technical guidance and expertise in develing this training manual.
Duties and Responsibilities
Review global and national strategic documents related to training manuals and tools to operationalize NCHS implementation guidelines. Documents to be reviewed should include and may not necessarily be limited to the following:
National community health strategy & NCHS implementation guidelines
RMNCAH Sharpened Plan & VHT strategy
VHT and CHEWs training manuals
ICCM implementation guidelines
Program specific community health packages and implementation guidelines (Nutrition, TB, HIV/AIDS, Malaria etc.)
Develop training manual & curriculum
Develop mentorship tools & checklist
Develop HCW and CHW Job-aids
Develop training materials including standard training slide for the different level
The Community Health Department of the Ministry of Health will be the counterpart and the consultant will work closely with the focal point from the department in the execution of this assignment:
Liaise with MoH and key stakeholders
Organize stakeholder consultations
Provide the minutes of any meetings
Discuss the outputs and outcomes with relevant MoH TWG members
.png)
Qualifications and Competencies
Postgraduate degree in Public Health, Health and Social Policy social sciences, social work, or related qualifications
Work-experience:
Over 10 years of experience working in the public health sector in Africa is required
Core knowledge of government public health programs, strategies, methods, and processes used to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate results of health programs is required
Intimate knowledge of best practices for implementing community health programmes globally with experience in developing guidance for implementation of community health programmes
Previous experience working with the government of Uganda’s Ministry of Health is an a. added advantage working knowledge of the objectives and operations of the MOH, or the public health activities of other East African communities, or international donor organizations, is required
Should have a good understanding of the power-related dynamics at district and community levels
Should have a good understanding of the national community health strategy and other community health programs like iCCM, CAPA, among others
Should have demonstrated negotiation and convening skills to bring together powerful actors in the Community Health area
Worked in data analysis and generated data-driven insights
Experienced stringent reporting demands and can write professional project plans and reports
Has experience working with both Government and international NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)
Engaged diverse stakeholders among public and private sectors as well as development agencies
Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Technical knowledge
Community health systems in Uganda & Region
Human Resources for Health
Public Health
Health System Strengthening
Language skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication in English is required. Knowledge of the local language is considered as an asset.
Other desired attributes:
Communication: expresses opinions, speaks clearly has a sense of diplomacy while interacting with external stakeholders
Drive for results: passionate about action and helping to get things moving
Team spirit: enjoys working as part of a group with members of diverse backgrounds
Learning agility: rapidly learns new tasks and demonstrates an understanding of newly acquired information
Independence: can take initiative and work with limited supervision to deliver results
Coping with pressure: maintains a positive outlook at work and works productively in a pressurized environment and in a crisis while keeping emotions under control.
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Are you interested? Click the "APPLY" button below to submit your application.
0
PRO CV WRITER
Increase your chances of getting hired with the perfect resume
Let us help you create a perfect CV and Cover Letter!
30% higher chance of getting a job
42% higher response rate from recruiter
Interview Pack @ shs. 5,000 only
Related Jobs
You may also Like!
