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Job Summary

Job Title:
Newborn Health Technical Officer
Employer:
Adara Development
Location:
Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Medical jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 25 July 2025

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Newborn Health Technical Officer job at Adara Development | Apply Now

Uganda

Full Time

Are you looking for Medical jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Newborn Health Technical Officer job at Adara Development

Deadline: 

25 Jul 2025

About the Organisation

Adara Development is an international non-profit organization dedicated to improving health and education outcomes for people living in extreme poverty, with a strong focus on maternal, newborn, and child health, as well as remote community development. Founded in 1998, Adara has earned global recognition for its evidence-based, high-impact programs and its unique business-for-purpose model, which leverages funding from Adara’s corporate advisory arms to support its charitable mission.

The organization cultivates a values-driven, inclusive work culture that emphasizes integrity, compassion, and excellence, offering employees the opportunity to work on transformative projects while benefiting from professional development and flexible work arrangements. With operational hubs in Uganda and Nepal, and support offices in Australia, the UK, and the US, Adara combines local knowledge with global expertise to deliver sustainable, community-led solutions.

Its innovative approach ensures long-term impact through strategic partnerships, research, and capacity building. Guided by core values of service, competence, teamwork, and humility, Adara remains committed to ethical practice, transparency, and social justice. Its work is rooted in corporate social responsibility, with a deep commitment to uplifting marginalized communities and advocating for global equity. For more information, visit www.adaradevelopment.org.

Job Title

Newborn Health Technical Officer job at Adara Development

Adara Development

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Newborn Health Technical Officer

Organization: Adara Development

Location: Uganda (with regular travel to Adara’s project sites and partner hospitals)

Employment Type: Full-time | Ongoing Contract

Reports To: Newborn Health Manager


We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Newborn Health Technical Officer to join our dedicated team in Uganda. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Ugandan professional to contribute to life-saving work that supports vulnerable communities.


Role Summary:

The Newborn Health Technical Officer will play a critical role in strengthening the quality and delivery of newborn care in Adara-supported health facilities. The focus is on building the capacity of health workers and systems to provide evidence-based care for sick, small, and healthy newborns. This includes:

  • Providing technical mentorship and on-the-job training

  • Supporting health systems strengthening

  • Collaborating with health facility teams, district health offices, and the Ministry of Health

  • Contributing to the reduction of neonatal morbidity and mortality in line with national health strategies

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities


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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Key Requirements:

  • A tertiary qualification in Nursing, Midwifery, Medicine, Public Health, or a related field

  • Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in neonatal care, including work in a Neonatal Care Unit

  • Demonstrated experience in health worker training and mentorship

  • Strong understanding of Uganda’s national strategies for newborn and maternal health

  • Proficiency in Luganda and English

  • Excellent communication, organisational, and project management skills

  • Willingness to travel frequently and work in remote field locations, including extended stays

  • High levels of integrity, accountability, and teamwork


Child Protection & Safeguarding:

Adara Group is committed to child protection and ensuring only the safest and most suitable individuals work with the children in our programmes. The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check and sign our safeguarding and child protection codes of conduct before employment begins.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • A current CV

  • A cover letter

  • Contact details for three professional referees

Click the APPLY Button below to view the full job description and apply.

Have Questions?

Email us at: careers@adaragroup.org

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