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Job Title:  Technical Director

Organisation: Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit (JH-IIRU)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

The Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit (JH-IIRU) is affiliated to Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. It strives to identify effective solutions to the growing burden of injuries in low- and middle-income populations, influence public policy and practice, and advance the field of injury prevention throughout the world. We currently work in over 30 countries around the globe on a coordinated strategy involving research, practice and education.

About USAID SLHS Project:

Johns Hopkins SPH (IIRU) is pursuing an anticipated USAID-funded opportunity called the Uganda Strengthening Local Health Systems (SLHS) Activity. This activity will be a comprehensive initiative to strengthen key elements of Ugandan health systems focusing on health care financing, human resources for health, health information systems, and community health systems. With a focus on sustainability and long-term impact, this program will work closely with Ugandan health authorities to enhance healthcare delivery, resources, and capacity.

Johns Hopkins SPH IIRU is currently implementing Learning, Acting & Building for Rehabilitation in Health Systems (ReLAB-HS) funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) with partners Humanity & Inclusion, Momentum Wheels for Humanity, Physiopedia, and the University of Melbourne. The five-year activity aims to support the strengthening of health systems that are responsive to growing needs for rehabilitation across the lifespan. ReLAB-HS builds leadership and creates an enabling environment for lasting improvements in the integration of rehabilitation and assistive technology (AT) into health systems

Job Summary:   Johns Hopkins SPH IIRU is seeking a Technical Director for the upcoming five-year USAID/Uganda Strengthening Local Health Systems (SLHS) Activity, valued at $25-$50 million. The purpose of the activity is to strengthen key elements of Ugandan health systems focusing on health care financing (HCF), human resources for health (HRH), health management information systems (HMIS), and community health systems.

With guidance from the Chief of Party, the Technical Director will be responsible for technical oversight and coordination of SLHS program activities and directions. The Technical Director reports directly to the Chief of Party and works in coordination with the SLHS leadership team. This position will take a leadership role in ensuring SLHS meets stated project goals, quality standards, and reporting requirements. The Technical Director will also work in collaboration and coordination with USAID, the Ugandan Ministry of Health, other health implementing partners (IPs), and numerous GOU institutions and representatives, particularly at the regional- and district-level, to design and implement health systems strengthening (HSS) and integrated health activities.

This position is contingent upon award and approval by USAID.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide overall technical leadership in the design and implementation of HSS interventions in coordination with key project technical leads.

• Ensure technical integration and alignment across technical teams to assure high- quality project deliverables.
• Serve as a key technical liaison and work collaboratively with USAID, the Ugandan Ministry of Health, other health IPs, and numerous GoU institutions and representatives, particularly at the regional- and district-level, to design and implement HSS and integrated health and HIV strengthening activities.
• Build, maintain, and effectively manage strategic partnerships and collaborations for the project at national, regional, and district levels.
• Ensure efficient implementation of project activities and timely reporting of activities internally and externally.
• Lead provision of technical support to develop relevant HSS and integrated health policies, guidelines, training materials, standard operating procedures, and job aides.
• Ensure coordination with — and provide support for — development and implementation of digital technology initiatives.
• Work with the MEL Director in promoting the use of data for decision-making at all levels of the health system.
• Promote a team approach that emphasizes performance, creative approaches, accountability, and the achievement of personal and project goals.

 




Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree or other advanced degree in a relevant field, such as medicine, public health, health economics, Social Sciences, health system management, or other relevant areas.

• At least ten (10) years of experience in managing and/or implementing integrated HSS programming in a similar context, with technical experience in two or more areas (human resources for health, community health, integrated health systems) and at least three of those years working in Uganda as a senior advisor.
• At least five years of experience working on a USAID-funded activity in a senior-level role (project director, technical director, or technical advisor/manager).
• At least five years of supervisory experience of teams and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve goals, advance project activities, and produce high-quality deliverables.
• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of senior and mid-level public and private sector counterparts, donors, and other key stakeholders.
• Experience supervising technical staff in the implementation of integrated health programming.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and English language oral presentation skills.

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants should submit their CV, cover letter, references, addressed to the Country Director ReLAB-HS, Uganda Country Office on the following email address: relabhs.uganda@gmail.com . Please include “Technical Director: [YOUR NAME]” in the subject line. Only applications submitted by Monday 15^th April 2024 will be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 15^th April 2024

Johns Hopkins SPH (IIRU) is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, and disability. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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