Program Assistant (Fresh Ngo Job) – Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

Job Title: Program Assistant

Organization: Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)
Job Type: Contract
Location: Zonal Office

Deadline: 20th December 2024 at 5:00 PM

Job Summary:

The Program Assistant will provide programmatic and administrative support to the Zonal Office, contributing to the effective implementation of HIV/AIDS programs and activities.

Reports to: Zonal Coordinator

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and facilitate capacity-building sessions on accreditation for Non-state actors/Partners and certification for state actors.
• Monitor and report on the implementation of HIV Programs.
• Disseminate HIV/AIDS messages and information at Zonal, local government, and community levels.
• Collect HIV/AIDS-related data to support databases and the information center.
• Facilitate communication and information sharing between the Secretariat and the Zones.
• Maintain an HIV/AIDS database and Information Resource Management at the Zonal Level.
• Organize and schedule appointments, meetings, field visits, UAC advocacy events, and other activities at the Zonal Level.
• Receive, record, and route all incoming and outgoing correspondences.
• Manage the provision of logistical supplies at the Zonal Office.
• Produce monthly progress reports on HIV/AIDS using UAC reporting tools.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Health Sciences, Public Health, HIV/AIDS Community & Social Care, Integrated Primary Health Care, Clinical Medicine, or Project Planning and Management from a recognized institution.
• A qualification in Computer Literacy will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 3 years of working experience in a public or reputable private organization.

Competencies:

• Good communication, reporting, and advocacy skills.
• Logistics management.
• Teamwork, networking, and interpersonal relations.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating.
• Negotiation and lobbying skills.
• Ethics and integrity.
• Good computer skills.

How to Apply:

All applications should indicate the title of the position being applied for and be addressed to:

Director General
Uganda AIDS Commission
Plot 1-3 Salim Bay Road Ntinda,
P.O Box 10779, Kampala

Applications can also be sent via email to recruitment@uac.go.ug.

Applicants must attach the following:

• Letter expressing interest.
• Detailed curriculum vitae with names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees.
• Copies of relevant academic/professional certificates.
• Copies of previous appointment letters or contract agreements.
  Note: Any period of employment not backed up by a letter will not be considered as relevant experience.
• Copy of the National Identity Card.

Important Notes:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to present original academic transcripts, certificates, and their National Identity Card during interviews.
• UAC is an equal opportunities employer.

About Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC):
Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) was established in 1992 under an Act of Parliament (Cap 208) and operates under the Office of the President of Uganda. The Commission is mandated to oversee, plan, and coordinate AIDS prevention and control activities throughout the country.