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Job Title:
Program Assistant
Employer:
Jhpiego
Location:
Country:
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Public Health Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 31 May 2024

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Program Assistant job at Jhpiego | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

Jhpiego is a global health nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of women and families by providing transformative health care solutions and advancing innovative approaches to health systems strengthening. With a mission to prevent the needless deaths of women and children by improving health care delivery systems and ensuring access to quality care, Jhpiego has earned widespread recognition for its leadership in maternal, newborn, and child health, as well as its work in reproductive health and HIV/AIDS prevention. Known for its strong reputation in public health, the organization is valued for its evidence-based, sustainable, and culturally relevant solutions.

Jhpiego fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, emphasizing respect, diversity, and professional development, offering employees a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, a flexible work-life balance, and competitive benefits. Established in 1973 as part of Johns Hopkins University, Jhpiego has grown from a small technical assistance provider to a global health leader, operating in over 40 countries and delivering impactful programs in maternal health, family planning, and disease prevention.

The organization’s innovative approach blends research, technology, and local knowledge to create scalable, adaptable solutions that improve health outcomes in some of the world’s most challenging settings. Jhpiego's size and reach have made it a key partner to governments, international organizations, and local communities, making a difference through sustainable health interventions. Guided by its core values of excellence, innovation, and equity, Jhpiego continues to make a lasting impact on global health. Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Jhpiego invests in capacity building, health workforce development, and improving health access for underserved populations. For more information, visit www.jhpiego.org.

Are you looking for Public Health Jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Program Assistant job at Jhpiego

Full-time

Deadline: 

31 May 2024

Program Assistant job at Jhpiego

Jhpiego

Job Description

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

The program assistant will support timely implementation and delivery of project activities for the project. The program assistant is needed to provide programmatic and administrative support to the technical team in the implementation of the project activities. He/she should be strong in data analysis and take on a data driven approach to program implementation.

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  • Coordinate and support program, financial, and administrative functions of the project and country program such that activities are implemented according to plans and in a timely fashion.

  • Support data management for supported health facilities to ensure timely reporting.

  • Coordinate with the study coordinator, focal point from the research organization and NMCD on support requirements.

  • Assist with preparation, monitoring and tracking of project budgets.


  • Ensure that required technical and administrative reports and presentations are submitted in a timely way.

  • Responsible for recording and disseminating project meeting minutes.

  • Assist with organization of meetings, field visits, and other project activities.

  • Assist in preparation of monthly, and quarterly work plans including ensuring that the Project Monitoring and Management System.

  • Perform other programmatic and administrative duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure smooth functioning and achievement of project goals as required.

Program Assistant job at Jhpiego

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  • A bachelor’s degree in relevant areas – Bachelor of social sciences, public health, population studies.

  • At least three years’ experience in a similar position in an international or large local organization.

  • Experience working with Ministry of Health and/or partners in the National Malaria Control Division

  • Experience in data management including entry and analysis is a MUST.


  • Effective organizational skills and ability to handle a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner.

  • Fluent English both spoken and written.

  • Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Willingness to work long hours and frequent travel.

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