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The Ministry of Health (MOH) in collaboration with Makerere University School of Public received funding from the United States Governments Centers for Disease Control wild Prevention (CDC) to implement the 2024-2025 Uganda Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA) survey. The main goal of the survey is to get a better understanding the impact of public health interventions on the burden of HIV at national level. The enrol approximate& 15.000 participants across the entire country over a of about 4 months. To achieve the survey goals, the Ministry of Health is !oolong to employ qualified personnel to constitute survey teams to undertake various tasks and responsibilities throughout the country. All survey personnel should be able to read and write in English and at least one of the eight (8) major local languages spoken in Uganda namely; Ateso, Luganda, Lugbara, Luo, Lusoga, Ngakarimojong, Runyakole-Rukiga and Runyoro-Rutoro.
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Kampala, Uganda
The Ministry of Health (MoH) of Uganda is the government body responsible for policy formulation, coordination, and oversight of the health sector, with a mission to provide the highest possible level of health services to all people in Uganda through a well-functioning and sustainable health care system. Renowned for its pivotal role in combating public health challenges such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, and most recently COVID-19, the Ministry has earned national and international recognition for its resilience and innovation in healthcare delivery.
MoH fosters a collaborative and service-oriented work culture, supporting employee development, professional ethics, and public service excellence, while offering job opportunities across a wide range of roles in administration, clinical services, public health, and health systems strengthening, often on both permanent and contractual terms. Since its establishment, the Ministry has evolved through various reforms aimed at decentralization, health financing, and community-based health initiatives, embracing digital health innovations and public-private partnerships to improve service delivery.
As a national institution with extensive reach across all districts of Uganda, MoH operates through a network of regional referral hospitals, health centers, and affiliated agencies. Its core values include equity, integrity, transparency, professionalism, and people-centered care. The Ministry is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, prioritizing community health education, disease prevention, and vulnerable population outreach programs. More information is available on their official website at www.health.go.ug.
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120 Interviewer jobs at Ministry of Health
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Job Description
Job Title: Interviewer (120 Data Collection Jobs)
Organisation: Ministry of Health (MOH)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Field Team Leader
As part of the Uganda Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA) Survey, qualified Ugandans will be enlisted to conduct individual interviews to participants who are eligible and consent to the survey. UPHIA interviewers will be required to conduct quality interviews using hand held tablets.
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The Applications should be filled ONLINE at the following link provided in the table below respectively and submitted to the Permanent Secretary. Ministry of Health
Applicants are advised to:
Scan and attach only he relevant documents
Create an email address in case you do not have one
Required Documents include the following:
Application. cover letter (type in section)
Detailed Curriculum Vitae showing three referees
Copies of academic papers
Copies of record of employment history (Appointment letters & Contract Agreements) stated in the Curriculum Vita. My period of employment not backed up by an appointment instrument shall not be considered as relevant experience. Scan documents 2-4 as one document and upload under the (CV / Resume) section.
Applicants who will be shortlisted for interviews shall be required to present Originals of their Academic Transcripts. Certificates and National Identity Cards at the time of sitting the Interviews
Deadline: 6th December 2024
Responsibilities:
Collect all materials needed for fieldwork.
Safely maintain the tablet and ensure that it is charged when needed.
Taking responsibility for the safety and good condition of all materials and equipment under his/her care
Approach participants as assigned by Team Leader.
Conduct interview consent procedures using the tablet.
Conduct individual interviews using the tablet.
Conduct biomarker consent procedures using the tablet.
Must be able to complete interviews on the tablets with accuracy and reasonable speed.
Conduct all other survey activities including collection of informed consent and interviewing participants in accordance with the procedures described in the interviewers’ manual.
Responding to any questions that individuals have about the survey
Schedule return visits for any incomplete interviews.
Any other duties as assigned from time to time.
Valid certificate in GCP, GCLP and protection of human research participants
Identify participants who are in need of referrals. Provide such participants with appropriate referrals by completing the relevant referral form.
Storing and transmitting survey data electronically as indicated by survey procedures
Inform the Team Leader of interviews completed and partially completed on a daily basis.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications:
Minimum educational requirement: Diploma or above in any relevant field.
Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English and at least one main local language in the geographical areas where they are posted to work.
Able to collect data using electronic devices such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
Experience with data collection software such as ODK, CSPro, SurveyCTO, KoboCollect.
Must have good organizational and interpersonal skills.
Experience working in large population surveys such as UPHIA and DHS in the last 7 years.
Competences:
Able to work on the program continuously for the contract period.
Attend all technical trainings as outlined by survey Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Willingness and commitment to work away from home and travel continuously.
Must be able to organize oneself and work independent of close supervision.
Ability to adapt to local field conditions.
Must be a team player.
