Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG) Latest Jobs in Uganda: Recruitment for Project Manager– Family Planning

THE ORGANIZATION:

Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG),  is a Company Limited by Guarantee, whose vision is Vision is “A good life for all Ugandans”. We envision a Ugandan society with good life, when products and services in Reproductive Health, HIV, Malaria and Child Health are accessible, affordable and effectively utilized by all those in need. 

Our Mission is “To improve the quality of life of Ugandans, through the provision of superior and affordable health care solutions.” Our Core Values are; Integrity, Transparency, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence, Flexibility, and Equity.

UHMG is currently expanding and is seeking a dynamic qualified individual to fill the following position as part of its team. This position responsible for supporting the team in the coordination of these intervention areas, including planning, implementing and reporting, and follow-up with all the partners in the field and government ministries.

POST TITLE:   Project Manager– Family Planning (1 Post)

DUTY STATION: UHMG HEAD OFFICE – KAMPALA

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR PROGRAMS & SERVICES

JOB SUMMARY: 

• The primary responsibility of this position is to provide strategic leadership for improved accessibility and use of Family Planning Commodities in Uganda by increasing geographical coverage with emphasis to rural penetration of these commodities working through the private health sector,
• This position requires a person who has specific hands-on knowledge and skills in designing, planning, implementing of Reproductive Health,
• The person should also have vast knowledge on communication and community based demand generation strategies for Family Planning.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Project Manager will be specifically responsible for the following tasks:

• Lead Design the implementation strategy that supports penetration and use of Family Planning, Commodities to the targeted population down to the rural areas,
• Provide overall management and coordination of Family Planning Product distribution and use by guiding the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting,
• Leverage on the contributions of other players (including MoH and UNFPA) engaged in Family, Planning product and service provision by establishing strategic working relationship and partnerships,
• Work closely with the targeted district Local Governments for increased UHGM visibility as a partner of choice in the provision of Family planning products and services at the district level,
• Work closely with the targeted district Local Governments for increased UHGM visibility as a partner of choice in the provision of Family planning products and services at the district level,
• Manage the staff for effective and efficient implementation of the Family planning program.

JOB MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelors degree in social sciences or health related discipline,
• A Masters degree in project management, business management and planning is an added advantage,
• Good knowledge of MS Office programs like Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint,
• At least 5 years experience working in public health communication,
• Experience in working with community health-intervention programs is needed,
• Should have experience in working on community-health referral models,
• Evidence on having established and managed an effective referral network is essential,
• Experience in working on Behavior change communication programs,
• Experience in working with the private sector and NGOs is an added advantage,
• Should have training experience and partnership building with HIV/AIDS/T.B service providers,
• Should be familiar with PEPFAR and USAID reporting requirements,
• Should be flexible, innovative, with reporting writing, communication, presentation, interpersonal, and team work skills, as well as networking, facilitation, strategic thinking,
• A self-starter, and able to work with minimum supervision,
• Able to work under pressure with competing deadlines,
• Able to work with a multi-cultural environment within the organization.

SALARY/ REMUNERATION:  USD/month  

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:  4:30pm on Friday, 27^th January 2012.

METHOD OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Send or deliver your CV, copies of certificates and cover letter clearly indicating position applied for on the “top left- hand side of the envelope” to:  

The Human Resources & Administration Manager, 

Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG), 

Plot 20-21,27-28, 

Martyrs Crescent, Ntinda, or 

to P. 0. Box 4553, Kampala.

NOTE: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE DELIVER YOUR APPLICATIONS TO THE UHMG RECEPTION