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Job Title:
Project Officer GC7-Malaria
Employer:
Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE)
Location:
Country:
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Administrative jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Thursday, 28 March 2024

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Project Officer GC7-Malaria job at Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE) | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

The Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE) is a Ugandan health-focused social marketing organization whose mission is to improve the health of Ugandans through effective behavior change communication, provision of quality health products, and strengthening of health systems. Since its establishment in 2004 as an affiliate of Population Services International (PSI), PACE has built a strong reputation for delivering impactful, evidence-based health interventions in areas such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, family planning, maternal and child health, and non-communicable diseases.

Known for its results-driven and inclusive work culture, PACE offers a dynamic environment where employees are empowered to innovate and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact health solutions. It provides a range of job opportunities and flexible work arrangements, particularly in field-based programming, research, and health communication roles. PACE leverages an innovative social enterprise model that blends commercial strategies with public health goals to ensure the accessibility and sustainability of essential health services and products.

With a nationwide reach and a network of partners across both public and private sectors, PACE is guided by core values of integrity, innovation, accountability, and equity. Its CSR initiatives are deeply integrated into its operations, focusing on underserved populations and ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare. More information can be found on their website at www.pace.org.ug.

Are you looking for Administrative jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Project Officer GC7-Malaria job at Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE)

Full-time

Deadline: 

28 Mar 2024

Project Officer GC7-Malaria job at Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE)

Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE)

Job Description

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE) is a local Health Non-Governmental Organization in Uganda and an Independent Network Member of Population Service International (PSI). PACE’s work focuses on achieving universal health care coverage by addressing the health needs of Ugandans through consumer powered healthcare approaches and affordability of health products in the areas of HIV/TB, Reproductive Health, Malaria, Maternal and Child Health and access to clean water.

The Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria has supported Uganda’s fight against the HIV, Tuberculosis and Malaria epidemics since 2002. The Global Fund grants support priority areas in the National Strategic Plans for HIV, Tuberculosis and Malaria and National priorities of building resilient Health and community systems for delivery of quality services. In this context, PACE is awarded a Sub-Recipient (SR) role for the Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 that will commence April 2024. The core function of a Sub-Recipient is to lead the implementation of activities supported by Global Fund. The scope of work of a Sub Recipient includes coordination and implementation of program activities, managing sub-grantees (Sub-Sub-Recipients), managing and being accountable for grant funds, and reporting on the grants’ programmatic and financial results during implementation. PACE reports to TASO directly on periodic performance of grants. TASO is responsible for overseeing the performance of grant implementation by the SRs in conjunction with the District local Government where activities are implemented. PACE is required to coordinate in such a way that the district and the communities lead the implementation process so that there is ownership and sustainability.

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  • Implement and account for project activities that contribute to the achievements of the UMRSP indicators across the districts following donor contract obligations and PACE policies.

  • Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual work plans, budgets and procurement plans and monitor budget expenditures against work plan for the projects.

  • Implement advocacy, Human Rights and gender malaria related approaches, Public Relations, and partnerships development activities for effective achievement of project objectives.

  • Work and plan with the districts on the implementation of the project activities. Share monthly and quarterly,


Reports annual work plans with the districts.

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual donor reports and Account for all project activities undertaken according to the donor contract obligation and PACE policies.

  • Build capacity (training, mentoring, and coaching) of implementing partners to execute PACE projects.

  • Implement risk management and compliance activities to mitigate operational and financial risks.

  • Document and share best practices as agreed upon with Donor and PACE.

  • Ensure quality assurance and knowledge management of all activities in accordance to Global fund guidelines and PACE policies.

  • Distribute, track, and reconcile commodities and IEC materials in the district in line with the supply chain management procedures.

  • Plan forecast order, distribute and account for all project commodities and related materials to be distributed during project implementation.

  • Maintain crucial project documents which track project progress, file all project documents in an appropriate database and ensure that all documents are accurate.

  • Regularly meet with the project coordinator and the entire team to review progress and to discuss future steps.

  • Provide input for innovation and development of new resource planning tool and resourcing process.


THE BASICS

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Work-plan developed, implemented on schedule, and monitored.

  • Budget not overspent or underspent.

  • Effective and efficient implementation and accountability of activities.

  • Partners and stakeholders demonstrate competence in executing PACE projects.

  • Compliance to donor guidelines, PACE policies and standards in implementation of project activities.

  • Success stories documented, and best practices utilized.

  • Achievement of set targets and contribution to achievement of malaria indicators within the district as well as 100% reconciliation and evaluation of reports achieved.

  • Increased visibility of PACE within the assigned districts

Project Officer GC7-Malaria job at Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE)

SERVICES

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INDUSTRIAL

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  • Degree in Development Studies, community Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Administration, and related competences.

  • Additional training in Project Planning and Management is an added advantage.


Experience

  • A minimum of four years’ experience working with rural communities, local partners including local government.


Key Competencies:

  • The candidate shall live and embody PACE values of Transparency and Accountability; Recognition and Reward; Innovation and creativity; Open communication and teamwork and Speed and Efficiency

  • Create an environment where every individual can thrive by upholding PACE’s policy on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

  • Create a safe and respectful work environment for staff, beneficiaries, and third parties by upholding PACE’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policy.


Desired Competencies.

  • Strong understanding of health services, preferably understanding of the UMRSP objectives and indicators, community health system strengthening, Human Rights Gender and equity in Malaria programing, public and private health sector and CBOs in Uganda.

  • Knowledge of local language and scope of the above assignment will be an added advantage

  • Ability to work independently with minimal support, as well as in a team environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to work with various partners including Local governments, CBOs and other NGOs.

  • Excellent community mobilization skills

  • Good report writing and presentation skills coupled with good knowledge of MS Office programs including Word, Excel and power point.

  • Excellent communication skills, including experience of communicating effectively across cultures and with diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing excellent critical and creative thinking and analytical skills.

  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills and focus on quality of work.

Interested candidates should email their cover letter, an updated CV and copies of academic documents [as ONE pdf attachment] addressed to the Manger Human Resources, Administration and Safeguarding to apply@pace.org.ug, indicating the Job title in the subject of the email as well as the duty station region indicated in the subject of the application letter.

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