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• Conduct training needs identification,
  assessment and prioritization to ensure development of relevant and
  applicable programmes for improved service delivery
• Conduct district stakeholders meetings aimed at
  disseminating of findings from the various analyses and to develop
  district-specific training plans
• Work with identified technical working groups
  to develop curricula ensuring that the cognitive, psychomotor and emotive
  dimensions of learning are captured and that identified learning needs are
  well-addressed
• Review developed curricula to ensure they meet
  the required standards for the different levels and they are in-line with
  national guidelines and policies
• Lead teams to pilot curricula and make the
  necessary adaptations.
• Continuously monitor curricula and document any
  areas that may need review

• Work with teams and key stakeholders to design
  training and mentorship plans
• Offer technical input in the rolling out of
  mentorship programmes in the supported districts
• Work with training and HSS staff to design and
  deliver training programmes taking into consideration the unique needs of
  different districts, using innovative adult learning methodologies to
  ensure that theory is translated into practice to improve health outcomes
• Co-ordinate the monitoring and evaluation of
  training and mentorship activities in the targeted districts and
  periodically reviewing strategies to match the dynamic competence gaps in
  the supported districts.
• Manage resources allocated to him/her to
  conduct training and mentorship ensuring efficient usage and high
  standards of accountability

• Offer technical input in the rolling out of
  mentorship programmes in the supported districts
• Work with training and HSS staff to design and
  deliver training programmes taking into consideration the unique needs of
  different districts, using innovative adult learning methodologies to ensure
  that theory is translated into practice to improve health outcomes
• Co-ordinate the monitoring and evaluation of
  training and mentorship activities in the targeted districts and
  periodically reviewing strategies to match the dynamic competence gaps in
  the supported districts.
• Manage resources allocated to him/her to
  conduct training and mentorship ensuring efficient usage and high
  standards of accountability

• Participate in the review various sections of
  curricula and develop appropriate time-tables ensuring that all learning
  outcomes for the particular course or unit are captured
• Prepare lesson plans for the various sessions
  ensuring that key content areas for achieving
• the intended learning outcomes are captured and
  that appropriate learning methodology is used
• Participate in the development and updating of
  learning content ensuring it is in line with current evidence and ministry
  of health guidelines and work with administrative officer to prepare
  course handbooks
• Prepare necessary teaching aids (both visual
  and audio) including training equipment to  enhance participants’ acquisition of the
  desired knowledge, skills and attitude and for improved application of
  theory to practice.
• Basing on the lesson plan, utilise appropriate
  adult learning methodology to deliver sessions
• Receive feed-back from participants and course
  coordinators and support lecturers to address identified areas of weakness
  for growth and enhanced facilitation skills relevant to adult learners
• Stay up to date in clinical practice by working
  for an agreed number of days in the Mildmay Uganda clinic and in other
  clinics in the MUg supported districts
• Stay up to date in teaching and learning by
  undertaking personal reading, participating in peer reviews and staff
  development workshops organised in the directorate.
• Work with the research department to undertake
  research on identified areas in the MUg supported districts

• Review/familiarize self with the assignment
  guidelines to ensure critical understanding of the assignment for an
  objective view point.
• Work with lecturers to conduct timely first
  marking, second marking and/or moderation of  the given assignment as per the set
  guidelines to ensure consistency and comprehensiveness.

• Prepare and design relevant training plans
  appropriate to a set group of participants and intended learning outcomes
• Liaise with the Registrar and Administrative
  office to identify and invite appropriate participants ensuring that the
  right people are admitted for the training.
• Identify and notify facilitators for timely
  submission of relevant and updated visual and audio learning materials
  required for compiling the participants’ reference base
• Proof read materials submitted ensuring that
  they are up-to-date and in line with current evidence and ministry of
  health policies
• Communicate to all the stakeholders involved in
  the training for participation and buy-in
• Monitor the smooth running of the training
  ensuring that participants’ achieve the intended learning outcomes and
  that any issues are addressed in time to minimise impact on training
• Conduct both participants’ and trainers’
  evaluations of the training and write a comprehensive report highlighting
  the relevant learning points, challenges and recommendations for future
  improvements.
• Work with partners to plan for follow up of the
  trainees to support application of theory to practice and to identify any
  gaps that may need further training and mentorship

• Ensure client satisfaction through delivery of
  high quality programmes and demonstrating a high level of professionalism
  in dealing with students and partners.
• Contribute to designing and circulation of
  brochures by providing information on the courses and reviewing the drafts
  developed by the librarian/registrar
• Participate in writing training and funding
  proposals in order to increase on income generation
• Participate in consultancy activities ensuring
  that they are completed in time and delivered to the highest standard
  possible for customer satisfaction
• Actively identify opportunities for marketing
  MUg courses and attend partner meetings/conferences to make presentations,
  and circulate brochures to improve on MUg’s visibility.

Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:

• The candidate
  should possess a degree in health or social care
• Registration and
  up to date practicing License with a relevant professional body
• Training in
  palliative care is an added advantage
• At least three
  years teaching experience
• Experience/knowledge
  of HIV and/or other chronic illnesses
• Experience in
  project planning and co-ordination
• Good
  understanding of principles of mentorship
• Knowledge of
  district systems
• Knowledge of
  current WHO and MOH guidelines
• Ability to
  network and liaise with various partners
• Good communication
  and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in
  various MS office packages and working knowledge of English and local
  language(s) are crucial.
• Hard working,
  trust-worthy, and holding the highest levels of integrity and
  confidentiality.
• Must be
  flexible, reliable, able to work under pressure; and in sympathy with the
  Christian values of Mildmay Uganda.
• Evidence of a
  non-judgemental approach regarding race, religion, culture, sexuality and
  lifestyle is critical.  

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