Job Title: Counsellors (3 Fresher USAID Project Jobs)
Organisation: Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)
Duty Station: Jinja, Namutumba, Namayingo and Iganga, Uganda
Reports to: District Program Specialist
About Organisation:
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP) emerged from the Mulago – Mbarara Teaching Hospitals Joint AIDS Program (MJAP) which was established in November 2004 under the then Makerere University Faculty of Medicine. Over the last 20 years, we have broadened our work beyond the support of provision of comprehensive HIV and TB services to include capacity strengthening for health care workers across Uganda and conduct research to inform policies for HIV/TB and other HIV comorbidities in the country.
About USAID (LPHS-EC) Project:
The USAID Local Partner Health Service Project East & Central (LPHS-EC) is a project of Makerere Joint AIDS Program (MJAP) funded by USAID. MJAP’s Mission is to strengthen Health Systems to optimally respond to HIV/AIDS, TB and other diseases of public health importance in Africa. MJAP was granted the PEPFAR funding Award for the USAID Local Partner Health Services in the East Central Uganda. Under this activity, MJAP supports public health facilities and their communities in 12 districts that include Bugiri, Bugweri Busia, Buyende, Iganga, Jinja, Kamuli, Kaliro, Luuka, Mayuge, Namayingo and Namutumba; to implement quality Integrated HIV/AIDS and TB services and contribute to the attainment and sustenance of epidemic control.
Job Summary: To provide comprehensive HIV counselling to clients, their families, Community members and to mobilize and support communities to respond to the HIV epidemic.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide Quality and Comprehensive Counselling Services to Clients, their partners and other family members (Pre-test, Post-test, Adherence support, Intensive Adherence Counselling).
- Conduct assessment of Patients for HTS and provide necessary psychosocial care.
- Participate in the process of empowering patients with skills for self-reliance and making appropriate succession plans.
- Conduct CMEs at the facility and community based on the assessed training needs.
- Provide technical support to facility and community volunteers on HIV/AIDS and TB awareness and document success stories.
- Conduct health education talks on HIV prevention and other HIV related issues.
- Conduct home visits to clients/patients and their family members.
- Offer Index client counselling & testing to house members of facility clients she/he is attached too.
- Support linkage Volunteers in linking clients to appropriate Health & Social Services.
- Document key outputs in the relevant MOH data capture tools.
- Compile weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for the facilities supported on key HIV/AIDS and TB indicators.
- Participate in facility and program meetings as may be scheduled by the supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Diploma in Nursing, Counselling from a recognized institution.
- At least 1 years’ experience in HIV counseling in a busy clinical setting.
- Mentorship, Counseling, and Communication skills.
- Must be willing to travel and provide care services at selected health facilities and outreaches.
- Willingness to work and live in rural areas is required.
- Special knowledge in the management of adverse events following circumcision and its related complication.
- Confidentiality, team player and ability to empathize.
- Ability to communicate in the language dialects used in East Central region (Lusoga, Lugweri, Swahili, Samia, Luganda).
Financial, Anti- Fraud, Safeguarding and Risk Management Clause:
MJAP enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy against fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment in all program areas. All employees must uphold high ethical standards and ensure transparency and fairness, in line with MJAP Human Resource policies. In your role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the organization’s financial integrity and supporting effective safeguarding and risk management practices.
Key responsibilities include.
- Financial Accountability: Uphold MJAP’s commitment to financial integrity by effectively managing resources and accurate reporting of expenditures. Ensure responsible and transparent resource management in compliance with organizational standards and donor requirements and take ownership of any discrepancies that arise.
- Safeguarding: Uphold the organization’s dedication to protecting vulnerable populations, including beneficiaries, staff, and volunteers. This includes identifying, reporting, and addressing safeguarding issues per established policies. Your role is essential in fostering a safe and supportive environment for everyone involved in our programs.
- Risk Management: Actively identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to program implementation and operations. Collaborate with teams to create and maintain risk management plans in line with organizational policies. Regularly review and update practices to address new challenges or changes in the operational environment.
Application Procedure:
MJAP is dedicated to inclusion and diversity, evaluating all job applicants solely based on merit, regardless of race, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, marital status, or disability. As an equal opportunity employer, MJAP does not charge applicants at any stage and is not responsible for losses from fraudulent recruitment activities.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply by emailing a single PDF containing their cover letter, CV, academic documents, and contact details of three referees to the Human Resources Manager at [email protected]
Deadline: 14th April 2025 by 5:00 PM.
Your attachments should not exceed 25 MB. For job details, visit the MJAP website. If you do not hear from us by April 26th, 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful. Employment offers depend on satisfactory references and background checks, and applicants confirm their understanding of these procedures by applying.
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