Job Title Healthcare Program Development Officer
Recruiter Africa Development Corps
City Kampala
Country Uganda
Closing date: 25 Nov 2013
Background Africa Development Corps (ADC), formerly known as Visions in Action, is an international NGO based out of Washington DC, working in relief and development throughout Africa. Over the past 23 years we have been involved in the implementation of a wide range of humanitarian activities in countries such as Uganda, Tanzania, South Africa and Liberia. In particular, ADC has implemented development and relief programs in the areas of HIV/AIDS, education, youth development and food security. Position The Healthcare Program Development Officer (PDO) will be based in Gulu, with some travel to Kampala, and will be responsible for securing grants and sub-granting opportunities from donor agencies and other international NGO’s. The PDO will be expected to meet fundraising targets for our Uganda program in the Healthcare sector from US Government, UN, and European donors as well as larger international NGO’s. Strong networking skills and evidence of past initiative-taking required. Ideal for a candidate who enjoys working independently and setting ambitious goals. Experience within the field of healthcare/public health is essential.
Responsibilities Program Development: • Create new program concepts by assessing needs in Uganda, particularly in the areas of HIV/AIDS, Malaria control/prevention, and the improvement of community healthcare systems. • Liaise with other NGOs, donors and the government, design programs and/or negotiate sub-granting opportunities with selected donors and NGO’s for funded relief and development programs. • Write and submit proposals with guidance from the head office to donors with the expectation that several proposed programs will receive donor support. • Attend program meetings with the international donor & NGO community, including attendance at monthly meetings sponsored by UNOCHA, and the Ministries of Health and Education in both Kampala and Gulu. • Report to the U.S. office by email on a daily basis, and compile written reports of program development activities each month, due by the 10th of the following month. • Post involves constant networking, research and writing.
Program Management: • Work to establish a fee for service health clinic providing HIV testing and other services in Gulu. • Liaise with local NGO’s to cultivate new opportunities and maintain current relationships for volunteer program placement. • Update and upkeep NGO Guide; arrange placements for incoming volunteers. • Organize orientation for incoming classic volunteer every 6 months. • Tend to volunteer issues and remain in contact with volunteer placement organizations.
Financial Management: • Operate checking account. • Track Petty Cash Disbursements. • Complete Monthly Financial Reports in Excel, due the 7th of each month.
House & Assets Management: • Rent out rooms to 2-5 tenants in the Gulu house to earn operating income. • Rent out vehicles and motorbikes to donors and NGOs to earn operating income. • Liaise with Landlord and make requests for repairs, including financial bids. • Assure security for assets in Gulu, managing the security guards.
Transportation: •Local transport using shared taxis (matatus) or boda-bodas is the norm. Occasional use of personal taxis (special hires) is allowed within reason. Use of ADC vehicles is allowed by permission on a case by case basis with a qualified driver for proposal assessments outside of Gulu town. SVs are not allowed to drive VIA vehicles. Travel from Kampala to Gulu is done by public bus or a shared ride with another NGO.
Qualifications:
• University Degree or equivalent experience required, Masters Degree Preferred. • Must have background in healthcare and/or public health. • Experience in non profit setting and/or international NGO setting required. • Previous experience researching, developing & writing program proposals required. • Must have excellent communication skills and be willing to take initiative and network in country, as well as travelling to challenging rural environments to gather data and develop needed programs. • Must have a fundraising and grassroots mindset, and be willing to accomplish program development objectives within budget.
To apply:
To apply for this position please send a CV, covering letter stating why you qualify for the position, and three references to both jobs@africadevcorps.org and the Country Manager, Tom Evans, at tevans@africadevcorps.org
The subject line of the email should read: Application for the role of Uganda Healthcare Program Development Officer. The deadline for application is November 25th.
Please note that due to the amount of emails we receive, we will only be able to reply to those candidates who are short listed for interview. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
