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3 Counselor jobs at Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) | Apply Now
Are you looking for Counselor jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in 3 Counselor jobs at Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
About the Organisation
The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is a leading center of excellence in infectious disease research, prevention, and treatment, dedicated to strengthening healthcare systems and improving lives in Uganda and beyond. Renowned for its impactful work in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and emerging infections, IDI has earned global recognition for its cutting-edge research, clinical care, and capacity-building initiatives.
The institute fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, attracting top talent in healthcare, research, and administration while offering professional development opportunities, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements. Established in 2002 as part of Makerere University, IDI has evolved into an independent organization at the forefront of medical innovation, leveraging technology and data-driven solutions to enhance disease surveillance and response.
With operations spanning Uganda and regional collaborations across Africa, IDI serves millions through its extensive network of clinics, training programs, and public health interventions. Guided by values of integrity, excellence, innovation, and service, the institute remains committed to addressing pressing health challenges while driving sustainable community impact.
Its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts focus on strengthening local healthcare infrastructure, promoting public health education, and supporting vulnerable populations. For more information, visit www.idi-makerere.com.
Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
3 Counselor jobs at Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Job Description
Job Title: Counselor (3 Positions)
Location: Uganda – Kanungu (1 position at Makiro HC III), Kabale (2 positions at AIDS Information Centre III and Buhara NGO HC III)
Employer: Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
Project: USAID/Local Partner Health Services (LPHS) – Kigezi
Contract Duration: 3 months
Reports To: N/A (No supervisory role)
Application Deadline: Friday, 12th September 2025
Apply To: jobs@jcrc.org.ug
About the Project
The Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) is implementing the USAID Local Partner Health Services – Kigezi Region (LPHS-Kigezi) project, a five-year initiative (2020–2025) funded by PEPFAR through USAID. The project aims to improve access to and quality of integrated HIV and TB services in the Kigezi sub-region of southwestern Uganda, supporting the achievement of the UNAIDS 95:95:95 targets across six districts.
Position Summary
JCRC is seeking three (3) qualified and compassionate Counselors to support the delivery of HIV/TB services in Kabale and Kanungu districts. This role involves providing high-quality counseling, psychosocial support, and community-based services to ensure continuity of care and improved health outcomes for people living with HIV (PLHIV) and TB patients.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Deliver targeted HIV screening and testing services, including Pre-ART, adherence, and IAC counseling for new and existing clients.
Collaborate with health workers and expert clients to mobilize and deliver TB, PrEP in MCH, cervical cancer, and NCD screening and treatment services.
Offer client-centered psychosocial support to caregivers and PLHIV, including children and adolescents.
Work with community health workers to support client linkage to ART/TB treatment, retention, adherence, and treatment completion.
Assist health facility staff in managing appointment systems and follow-ups to ensure client continuity in care.
Conduct community outreaches for non-suppressed clients, index testing, home-based IAC, TPT, treatment refills, and follow-up visits.
Perform TB contact tracing and community TB screening at high-risk locations.
Refer clients to relevant health, social, and legal services as needed and maintain accurate daily activity logs and reports.
Use data tools in collaboration with data clerks/HIAs to plan and report on community HIV/TB activities including PMTCT/EID, care & treatment, and HIV testing services.
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure holistic patient care.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
A certificate or diploma in HIV/AIDS Counseling, or Counseling and Guidance
Nursing or midwifery training is an added advantage
Experience working in rural health settings
Familiarity with current MOH HIV/TB guidelines and donor-funded project priorities
Proficiency in the local language is required
How to Apply
Submit your application via email to: jobs@jcrc.org.ug
Your application must include:
A cover letter and CV combined into one PDF document, not exceeding six pages
Use the subject line format:
COUNSELOR – [Facility Name], [District Name]
(e.g. COUNSELOR – BUHARA NGO HC III, KABALE DISTRICT)
Important Notes
Deadline: Friday, 12th September 2025
JCRC is an equal opportunity employer.
Attempts to influence the recruitment process will lead to automatic disqualification.
Beware of fraudsters – JCRC does not use WhatsApp or unofficial platforms for recruitment.
