Job Title: Project Supervisor
Organisation: Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director Health and Director Operations
About the Company:
Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) is the leading National Humanitarian Organization in Uganda and a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
About FORECASE Project:
With funding from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), URCS will partner with Malaria Consortium, Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI), Uganda National Meteorological Authority (UNMA), Erasmus University, and the Netherlands Red Cross – 510 to implement a 4-year Research Project “FORECAST – Forecasting Outbreak Risks from Extreme Climate with Active Surveillance Technology” that aims at improving early warning and control of mosquito-borne disease outbreaks associated by extreme weather in Uganda. The two major outputs of the study include: (a) an epidemic risk mapping system based on an impact-based forecast (IBF) platform; and (b) an improved outbreak preparedness and response plan with guidance on specific actions based on various risk scenarios produced by the IBF platform.
Job Summary: The main purpose of this position is, in collaboration with the consortium members, supervise the collection, review and analysis of data on malaria and extreme weather events; lead the development of risk mapping systems and development of an outbreak preparedness and response plan.
The Project Supervisor will report directly to the Director Health with a secondary reporting line to the Director Operations.
S/He will reinforce the capacity within the project and operations department to conduct malaria-related and other key research. S/He will serve as a member of the URCS’ Research team, support design, implementation, delivery and dissemination of research outputs. S/he will also support resource mobilization in the focus areas of URCS work through proposal writing and other initiatives.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Heath, Health Services Research or a related field from an approved, recognized and reputable university is required.
- Postgraduate qualification with research aspect, projects management is an added advantage.
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience as a public health research professional within a humanitarian or development-oriented research/policy organization, a government agency, think-tank, foundation, or consulting firm; two (2) of the years with supervisory responsibilities in the relevant field
- Demonstrated ability to understand and synthesize humanitarian services & policy issues, manage projects from start to finish, produce written analytic products, and show an affinity for working with data and statistics.
- Negotiation and conflict management
- Innovation and creatively
- Stakeholder management
- Commitment to continuous learning
- Communication
- Technology awareness
- Policy research and development
- Change capability and adaptability
- Manage resources
- Empowering and building trust.
- Research skills
- Excellent command of English language, both written and spoken.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: collegial, energetic, flexible, motivated, and able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, consultants, and others who contribute to program development and management.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population, establish and maintain working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, Power point, access, data analysis software, etc.)
- Ability to work self-motivated and independently and as member of a team
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation and listening skills for multiple and diverse audiences.
- Ability to learn, understand and maintain current best practices in fundraising
- Respect for cross-cultural perspectives and experiences
- Commitment to promoting and encouraging generosity
- Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive information in accordance with organizational standards
- Excellent data analysis capabilities
- Superb project management and organizational skills, including attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
- Can work independently and as part of a team, and welcomes opportunities to work across diverse cultures.
- Demonstrated maturity and seasoned judgment. Ability to make decisions and justify recommendations.
How to Apply:
Please send your filled application form Download Here and attach your academic transcripts and certificates. The filled application forms, academic transcripts and certificates should be e-mailed to; vacancies@redcrossug.org or hand delivered, and or by post to:
The Secretary General,
Uganda Red Cross Society,
Plot 551/555 Rubaga Road,
P.O. Box 494, Kampala, Uganda.
Email: vacancies@redcrossug.org
Due to large volumes of applications; only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.
Deadline: 19th August 2024 at 5: 00pm
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