Personal Assistant Of The PI Makerere University School of Public Health

Makerere University School of Public Health through the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics in collaboration with Windsor laboratory Uganda Limited received funding from the Ministry of Science, technology and Innovations (STI/OP) to conduct an observation study titled Vitamin D as a therapy for chronic conditions: Covid-19, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Covid-19 and Malaria. The study will also offer training and mentorship sessions to selected medical doctors, nutrition scientists, laboratory technicians and clinical officers to equip them with knowledge about Vitamin D therapy, testing and diet supplementation.

5. PERSONAL ASSISTANT OF THE PI: a minimum of a diploma in business administration, secretarial studies, human resources or related discipline from a reputable institution

JOB DESCRIPTION
To support the activities of the pi, act as a primary point of contact for both internal and external clients/customers on all matters pertaining to the office and assist in communicating with them. Research, prioritize and follow up on multiple issues and concerns addressed to the pi

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as primary point of initial contact on any matter directed to the office of the pi and independently research
• Prioritise incoming issues and determine appropriate course of action and independently formulate and disseminate written responses as appropriate
• Assist the pi in gathering, investigating, researching, analysing and/or studying information that may be required by both internal and external stakeholders.
• Co-ordinate and/or assist with establishing or recommending budget allocations for the office and review revised final budgets as specifically assigned.
• Oversee and coordinate the day to day activities of the office and implementation of effective operating policies, procedures and systems
• Provide assistance in understanding and interpretations of government policies and procedures as appropriate and ensure that the office operations are in compliance with policy provisions and standards.
• Oversee the planning, co-ordination of special key events for the office of the pi
• Carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time