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About the Organisation
Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) was set up by an Act of Parliament (Cap 208) in 1992. The Commission’s mandate is to coordinate and oversee the prevention and control of HIV and AIDS activities in Uganda. The Commission does not engage in direct implementation of interventions but takes strategic leadership in effective harmonization of action by the various players, within agreed policy and programs under thePrinciples of “Three Ones”:
» One National HIV/AIDS Coordinating Authority
» One Strategic Plan
» One Monitoring and Evaluation Framework
The Institution is composed of both the Commission (Board) and Secretariat (Management). In 2015, Uganda AIDS Commission developed a Strategic Plan (2015/16 – 2019/20) to achieve its Vision, Mission, Goal and Objectives.
Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) was established in 1992 by an Act of Parliament (Cap 208) and is under the Office of the President of the Republic of Uganda. The Act provides for the Commission to Oversee, Plan and Coordinate AIDS Prevention and Control activities throughout Uganda.
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5 Zonal Coordinator jobs at Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)
Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)
Job Description
Job Title: Zonal Coordinator (5 Jobs)
Organisation: Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director Partnership
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Establish partnerships and advocate for greater involvement of Self Coordinating Entities and stakeholders in the National HIV/AIDS Response at the District Level i.e. PLHIV, Local Government, Parish Development Committees, Local Councils, Faith Based Organizations, and Cultural Institutions in HIV/AIDS issues at community level.
Provide guidance to the districts and partners in planning and coordination of HIV/AIDS prevention and control Programs.
Collaborate with districts and partners in the implementation HIV/AIDS prevention and control Programs.
Coordinate with the district structures and partners in the preparation of UAC advocacy events at National and Sub-National Level.
Initiate and undertake regular technical meetings, supervision visits with districts and implementing Partners in the HIV/AIDS Response in order to review implementation, identify implementation bottlenecks and agree on resolutions.
Disseminate HIV Messages, Reports, Guidelines, Regulations, and Policies at zonal / district level, and act as a resource person on HIV/AIDS information at the district level.
Build the capacity of Non state actors/ Partners on accreditation and certification for state actors.
Support monitoring and surveillance on the implementation of HIV/AIDS guidelines, policies, regulations at districts and implementing Partners.
Supervise staff at the Zonal offices i.e. Program Assistant, Driver etc.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications:
A Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences or Humanities from recognized awarding institutions.
Post Graduate Diploma or Master’s degree qualification in Public Administration or Management or Development Studies from a recognized awarding institution.
Experience:
A minimum of eight (8) years of working experience, three (3) of which must have been served at Senior Management level in Government or equivalent level of experience in any other reputable organization.
Competences:
Effective Communication skills
Lobbying and advocacy
Team work and interpersonal Relations
Good knowledge of UAC’s policies, regulations and programmes
Planning, organizing and coordinating
Concern for quality and standards
Ethics and integrity
Project Management skills
Good Computer Skills
Negotiation Skills
How to Apply
All applications indicating the title of the position being applied for should be addressed to the Director General, Uganda AIDS Commission, Plot 1-3 Salim Bay Road Ntinda, P.O Box 10779, Kampala or sent by mail to recruitment@uac.go.ug
Applicants should attach the following to their applications
Letter expressing interest
Detailed curriculum vitae with names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees
Copies of relevant academic/professional certificates
Copies of previous appointments letters or contract agreements. Any period of employment not backed up by a letter shall not be considered as relevant experience
Copy of National Identity Card
Deadline: 20th December 2024 at 5.00pm
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present your original Academic Transcripts, Certificates and National Identity Card during interviews. UAC is an equal opportunities employer.