Job: Senior Technical Officers

Job Description

Senior Technical Officers – Urban DoTs – 2 positions TRACKTB Project

Overall responsibilities:

a)    The Senior Technical Officer Urban DOTS will be responsible for implementation of activities that fall under the Urban DOTS result area of TRACK TB Project.

b)    Working in collaboration with KCCA and partners under the Kampala City Tuberculosis Task Force (KCTF), s/he will provide technical and operational support to implementation of TB control services at diagnostic and treatment units (DTUs) in Kampala city in order to meet the national targets for TB control.

c)    In close collaboration with the community coordinator at Aids Information Centre (AIC), s/he will provide technical and operational support towards control of tuberculosis at community level including community DOT, TB health education, and tracing of contacts of infectious TB cases diagnosed in health care facilities.

d)    Provide technical operational support implementation of the urban DOTS model for KCCA and monitor its contribution towards achieving the set targets.

e)    Support the district and divisional TB control teams in implementation of TB control activities including support supervision, mentorship of health care workers in TB control and preparation of quarterly performance reports.

f)    Lead the process of implementation of SOP use for TB case notification and quality of care at health facility level.

g)    Identification and timely communication of innovative approaches to TB and TB/ HIV control based on field experiences.

h)    In collaboration with the district divisional and community TB control teams, identify gaps in TB, TB/HIV care at district, divisional and health facility level that need support and bring them to the attention of the technical advisor Urban DOTs for necessary intervention.

Qualifications

1) An MB.Ch.B degree or a degree in Public Health, nursing or social Work and social Administration, community psychology, a Masters in public health will be an added advantage, 2) At least 2 years’ working experience in TB or TB/HIV care and support at district or health facility level, 3) Effective interpersonal and excellent communication and computer skills

How to Apply

All applications should be addressed to: Human Resources Partner - MSH Plot 15, Princess Anne Drive, Bugolobi IP o. Box 71419, Kampala Email: HRUG@msh.org Deadline for submission: November 15, 2013. We thank all applicants for their interest, but can only acknowledge shortlisted candidates. Please note that any form of canvassing by candidates will lead to immediate disqualification.