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Job Title:   School Health Project Assistant (8 Fresher Jobs)   

Organisation: AIDS Information Centre (AIC)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Jinja, Mbale, Soroti, Mbarara, Kabale, Arua and Lira, Uganda

Reports to: School Health Project Officer

About the Company:

The AIDS Information Centre -Uganda is a catalytic not-for profit Non-Governmental Organization established on 14th February,1990 to provide Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) services to the population of Uganda. AIC was the pioneer HIV Counselling and Testing Centre in Africa. Over the last 33 years, AIC has since evolved into a thought-leader in HIV programming, Health Systems Strengthening and Knowledge Management. AIC currently has 10 Centers of Excellence spread across the country, which include: Arua (West Nile region), Lira (Mid North region), Soroti (North-Eastern region), Mbale (Mid-Eastern region), Jinja (Eastern region), Kampala (Central region), Mbarara (Western region), Kabale, Kanungu and Rukungiri (South-Western region).

About Program:

AIC Intends to implement an integrated high quality school program, to provide early detection, Care and Treatment for both communicable and non-communicable diseases for the children, adolescents and youths wellbeing. This will entail a comprehensive and contextualized package of health services that will include: TB Screening, Voluntary HIV Counselling and Testing, Nutritional Assessment, Counselling and Support, Sexually Transmitted Infections, screening, diagnosis and early management, deworming, dental checkups, eye sight assessment, screening for skin diseases, HPV Vaccination for girls (10 years and above) to prevent cervical cancer, breast cancer screening, BMI measurements and NCD screening (Hypertension and Diabetes), mental health assessment, novel vaccination for Ebola, COVID-19, Viral Hepatitis and Monkey Pox, VMMC, kidney function testing and liver function testing. The program also aims to tackle cross cutting issues including health education on climate change and mitigation needs, Infection Prevention Control (IPC) and proper waste management practices at the learning institutions and surrounding communities.

Job Summary: The School Health Project Assistant shall support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of health initiatives. He/ she will be responsible for promoting student health and well-being, as well assist the School Health Project Officer in collaborating with educators, health professionals, and community partners.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day operations of health projects, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking meeting minutes.
• Help collect, organize, and analyze data related to health programs. Maintain accurate records and databases to track project progress and outcomes.
• Support communication efforts by creating promotional materials, newsletters, and updates for stakeholders, including students, parents, and staff.
• Establish peer support programs in at least 50% of participating schools, training a minimum of 3 student mentors per class to provide emotional guidance and support.
• Assist in planning and organizing health-related events, workshops, and training sessions, ensuring all logistical details are managed effectively.
• Contribute to the development and dissemination of health education materials and resources for students and staff.
• Work closely with the School Health Project Manager and other team members to support project goals and foster partnerships with community organizations and health providers.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of health programs by collecting feedback and assisting in reporting outcomes to stakeholders.
• Any other duties assigned

Key Outputs:

• Health projects operations coordinated
• Project information systems and databases maintained
• Peer support programs developed and implemented
• Health-related events, workshops, and training sessions organized
• Health education materials and resources disseminated
• Communication and feedback SOPs developed and disseminated

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
• Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in in administrative support, public health, or educational settings.

Key Skills:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Personal Attributes
• Passion for student health and wellness
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment

How to Apply:

Only qualified candidates who meet all the above requirements are invited to submit their recommendation letters recommended by their immediate supervisors, resume, copies of academic certificates or credentials and three referees. All referees’ designations should be stated and contact details included i.e. physical address, telephone/ mobile numbers and email contacts.

All interested Candidates MUST fully fill the AIC Online Job Application Form, scan and save all the relevant documents requested for above as one document (labeled with candidate’s full names) and forward only online applications with the relevant credentials to:

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Also note that only applications received online shall be considered.

Deadline: 25th November 2024 at 4:30pm

AIC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to having a diverse work force and does not ask for money at any stage of recruitment, with a Zero tolerance for Fraud, Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse, and Sexual Harassment. Please contact: fraud@aicug.org.

NB: Please note that any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. While AIC appreciates all the interested applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. In case you do not hear from AIC Uganda One (01) month after the closing date, please consider yourself unsuccessful.

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