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AFENET Epidemiologist Project Coordinator Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs

AFENET Epidemiologist Project Coordinator Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

AFENET Uganda looking for “Epidemiologist Project Coordinator”.

Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before September 01, 2023.

The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is a not-for-profit networking and service organization dedicated to improving health outcomes of the communities we serve in liaison with ministries of health and other partners. Strengthening capacity for public health preparedness and response through Field Epidemiology (and Laboratory) Training Programs {FE(L)TPs}, and other applied epidemiology training programs is one of our core activities.

AFENET Epidemiologist Project Coordinator Jobs 2023

The AFENET has published a job vacancy announcement on August 24, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Epidemiologist Project Coordinator to be based in Kampala, Uganda.

Recruiter African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
Position Epidemiologist Project Coordinator
Location Kampala, Uganda
Country Uganda
Total Vacant Post 01
Qualification University Degree
Experience Required Minimum Three years
Application Deadline September 01, 2023

AFENET Job Vacancy 2023

Major responsibilities:

The Epidemiologist will work with the CDC Foundation and other partners to:

  • Develop request for proposals for mini-grants to strengthen mortality surveillance across subSaharan Africa and circulate it widely through ministries of health, public health institutes, universities among others
  • Develop a criterion for evaluation of the submitted proposals and mini-grant applications to select the most impactful projects that will contribute to strengthening mortality surveillance in implementing countries.
  • Establish a technical committee with clear terms of reference that will support the review of minigrant applications and monitor implementation across countries.
  • Spearhead timely review of all the mini-grant applications and provide feedback to the applicants
  • Work with successful applicants to finalize their technical proposals integrating comments from reviewers and develop budget for project implementation
  • Works with AFENET grants office to develop sub-grant documentation for each of the successful applicants to define terms and conditions of the funding as well as the expected deliverables and their respective timelines.
  • Develop technical reporting templates for the sub-grantees and work with the information technology unit at AFENET to develop electronic platforms through which the implementing countries can report on their progress
  • Conduct mini grant kick off meetings/webinars or physical workshops with the successful sub grantees to orient them on the terms and conditions, expectations and address any questions.
  • Organize regular check in conference calls with the sub-grantees to discuss project implementation, progress and challenges.
  • Develop budgets, workplans and track expenses in line with the approved budget and as needed obtain budget redirections.

Position in Organization:

  • Date: Friday August 18, 2023
  • Position: Epidemiologist-Project Coordinator
  • Programme: Programs Department
  • Number of vacancies: (01)
  • Duty Stations: AFENET Secretariat –Kampala, Uganda
  • Application Deadline: Friday September 1, 2023

Qualification:

  • Masters or Doctoral-level professional degree in academic fields related to health or allied sciences, preferably in human medicine, Public Health, veterinary medicine nursing & laboratory science.
  • Graduate from a Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) in Africa within the past 2-3 years will have added advantage.
  • A track record in project management including coordinating teams, and delivering as required on tasks and projects
  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate with others as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Flexibility to work on a varied and dynamic portfolio of activities.
  • Ability to think critically and analyze findings, as well as recognize emergent situations as they arise
  • Ability to manage resources effectively to achieve objectives.
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word (word processing) and Excel (spreadsheets), as well as data analysis software (such as R, STATA or SPSS).

Desired qualifications and experience:

  • Previous experience working with international partners
  • Previous experience coordinating multi-country projects/ working in a multicultural environment
  • Post-graduate training or work experience

How to Apply AFENET Epidemiologist Project Coordinator Jobs 2023

All interested candidates are encouraged to send their Application Letters detailing their experiences and skills, Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant academic documents plus Certificates together with complete contact details of three professional references to:

  • The Administration & Human Resource Office
  • African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
  • https://recruitment.afenet.net and a copy on Email: sec@afenet.net

*ONLY successful candidates shall be contacted for an interview.

Please note that all applications should be sent online by close of business 5:30 pm (EAT) Friday September 1, 2023.

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