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• The Project Coordinator will provide
  guidance on the preparation of work plans, procurement plans,
  implementation support and such other project management aspects as shall
  be required in project implementation. This includes agreeing schedules
  and formats for the submission of necessary reports and other inputs by
  the partners and agents.
• Regularly interact with implementers to
  ensure an up-to-date knowledge on project activities, schedules, issues,
  opportunities, etc.
• Explicitly ensure that implementing of the
  project is in compliance with relevant GoU and World Bank safeguard,
  fiduciary and that adequate documentation exists to demonstrate
  compliance.
• Generate, compile and provide feedback on
  project progress and achievements.
• Identify implementation issues and
  bottlenecks and, and in consultation with the implementing agencies
  actively and creatively seek durable solutions., proactive follow-up with
  the implementers to agree and ensure implementation of measures to improve
  progress toward the Development Objectives.

• Work closely with the World Bank, regional
  partners, donors, ECSA-HC team and other stakeholders in the
  implementation of the project.
• Convene progress review meetings of the
  implementing agencies aimed at addressing emerging issues and identifying
  opportunities for improving project outcomes;
• Take responsibility for overall project
  financial status including regular monitoring of commitments and
  disbursements compared to projections. This includes taking timely and
  effective action in the event that adjustments to project allocations are
  needed.
• The jobholder will also receive and review
  quarterly reports from the implementing agencies with a view of ensuring
  completeness and compliance with agreed reporting arrangements.
• Prepare project financial quarterly and
  annual reports; and
• Prepare project quarterly and annual
  progress reports as well as other reports for the Government of Uganda.
• Manage personnel contracts in accordance
  with the Project Implementation Manual (PIM).

• The Project Coordinator shall coordinate
  all activities for the Bank Supervision Missions and mid-term and
  full-term reviews of project.
• Lead and/or participate in public
  information dissemination activities to assist in communicating the
  project approach, objectives and activities.
• Work in close liaison with the World
  Bank’s operational staff and consultants to facilitate implementation.
• Supervise and monitor implementation of
  the procurement plan, and timely identify and address bottlenecks to
  performance of the procurement function. Prepare in a timely manner,
  accurate project implementation progress reports which indicate both the
  technical and financial position of the project.
• Build and foster a team environment,
  mentor staff, and ensure that capacity building is integrated into all
  project activities.
• Supervise project staff, international and
  local consultants to ensure effective resource allocation, quality and
  timeliness of work.
• Maintain quality assurance and facilitate
  effective project monitoring and evaluation.
• Work closely and support the Internal and
  External Auditors on financial reviews

• Project annual and Quarterly reports prepared
  within a month after the end of
  each reporting period.
• Project Management support to the project
  activities and required actions taken to ensure progress,
• Work plans, procurement plans, financial
  management reports and other planning tools from all participating
  institutions updated regularly.
• Up to date project information including
  an effective communication strategy for the project approach, objectives
  and activities,
• Timely submission of monthly and quarterly
  progress reports, work plans, procurement plans and all other reports
  required under the project within the Ministry and to the World Bank.

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s
  Degree in Medicine (MBChB) with a Master’s Degree in a Biological sciences
  or related field.
• A minimum of five years of relevant
  project coordination/management experience.
• Significant exposure and experience in
  project management and proven management and collaborative skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication
  skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse
  group toward a common objective.
• Proven ability to establish an effective monitoring system and
  utilize it for improving performance.
• Broad knowledge of GoU and World Bank
  procurement, financial management and safeguard requirements.
• Good understanding of development issues –
  especially those related to health is desirable.

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