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12 School Surveillance Assistant jobs at Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) | Apply Now
Are you looking for Healthcare jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in 12 School Surveillance Assistant jobs at Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)
About the Organisation
The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) is a non-profit research organization based in Uganda, dedicated to conducting high-quality research on infectious diseases such as malaria, HIV, and tuberculosis, aiming to improve public health outcomes through collaboration and partnerships. Established in 2007, IDRC has earned recognition for its significant contributions to infectious disease research, leading to over 300 publications that have influenced disease management practices in Uganda.
The organization fosters a work culture anchored in its I-TRAIN core values—Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, and Innovation—promoting a supportive environment that emphasizes professional growth and excellence. IDRC offers diverse job opportunities across research, administration, and field operations, with work arrangements designed to accommodate both field-based and office-based roles. Since its inception, IDRC has expanded its reach across Uganda, collaborating with various national and international partners to enhance research capacity and public health interventions.
Its innovative business model integrates research with practical health solutions, ensuring that findings translate into tangible health improvements. Guided by core values such as integrity, excellence, and accountability, IDRC also engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on community health education and sustainable development. For more information, visit their website at www.idrc-uganda.org.
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12 School Surveillance Assistant jobs at Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)
Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)
Job Description
Job Title: School Surveillance Assistant – 12 Positions (Fresher Data Collection Jobs)
Organisation: Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)
Duty Station: Jinja, Uganda
Other locations: Mayuge, Kole, Apac, Omoro, Kaabong, Moroto, Kiryandongo, Amolatar, Kitgum, Kwania, and Otuke Kaabong, Moroto, Kiryandongo, Amolatar, Jinja, Kitgum, Kwania, and Otuke. Candidates are encouraged to indicate their district of preference in the application letter
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Provide technical support to school staff in regard to malaria surveillance and school attendance in schools
Supervision and technical support for the administration of IPT study drugs in children enrolled in schools in the intervention arms of the IPT in schoolchildren study.
Work as liaison contact between IDRC and the District health teams, District education teams, and School administrations.
Obtain parental consent for administration of IPT drugs in schoolchildren enrolled in the intervention schools.
Lead in networking and liaising with the districts, schools, and other partners in the area.
Oversee the conduct of the school surveys
Build and maintain effective relationships with the administration and staff of the schools
Work with the school leadership to ensure that data use meetings are regularly held at the schools.
Provide support to the Regional surveillance officers
Support the Field Coordinator in ensuring that malaria study drug stock monitoring charts are regularly updated.
Ensure the use of school registers at the schools and the completion of data entry in a timely manner.
Ensure uninterrupted supply of the school registers (School attendance, drug stock etc) and other essential supplies at the schools
Support malaria surveillance program activities at all malaria reference centers.
Submit weekly updates and quarterly achievements to the supervisor.
Key Result Areas/Outputs
Completed parental consent for all children participating in study activities
Timely, complete, and accurate administration of study drugs to schoolchildren in the intervention arm
Timely data entry and sharing
Completed school surveys
School support supervision is undertaken for all schools every quarter
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Diploma/degree in Medical-related field, e.g, Clinical Medicine, Nursing, and Community Health
A postgraduate degree in Public Health or a related field is an added advantage
Experience working with Schools, government establishments, and other NGOs focusing on malaria-related work
Experience riding a motorcycle with a valid riding permit
At least 2 years’ working experience in the public health sector
Ability to settle upcountry for field work
Evidence of good writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work under stringent deadlines and to work independently
Must have valid GCP and HSP certificates
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the APPLY Button below.
Deadline: 30th September 2025
