HUMAN RESOURCE FOR HEALTH (HRH) MIS ADVISOR

The Government of The Republic of Uganda has received for financing from the International Development Association (IDA) toward the cost of the Uganda Health Systems Strengthening Project (UHSSP).
The Project objective is to deliver the Uganda National Minimum Health Care Package (UNMHCP), with a focus on maternal health, newborn care and family panning through improving: human resources for health; physical health infrastructure; and management, leadership and accountability for health service delivery. Implementation of the Project is mainstreamed into the Government Systems through the existing Institutional arrangements.
The Government wishes to engage the Services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant posts under the UHSSP project as specified below:

HUMAN RESOURCE FOR HEALTH (HRH) MIS ADVISOR;
The objective of the Technical Assistance is to strengthen and consolidate the Human Resource Management Information Systems at the Ministry of Health for effective and efficient implementation of the human resource functions.
2.2 Reporting:
The position holder will work directly with the MoH to provide technical assistance in the areas of strategic human resource information management and use. This will be a full time position. The primary counterparts will the heads of HRD and HRM Divisions. The TA will be answerable to the Under Secretary (Finance and Administration) in the MOH.

2.3 Responsibilities and Tasks:
In accordance with the Project Objectives, the HRH MIS Advisor shall;
i. Ensure the functioning of the HRMIS to provide reliable HRH data
ii. Focus on developing capacity for use and sustenance of the HRMIS
iii. Work closely with the Ministry of Health's Human Resources team and Resource Center team to implement data collection plan and related forms.
iv. Ensure current accurate data entry and data quality.
v. Participate in and supervise activities of data entry, which include entry of new records as well as entry of data updates collected from all levels of district health facilities.
vi. Ensure system is operational with current, accurate data. Coordinate efforts with all HRIS stakeholders.
vii. Maintain access accounts to database ensuring appropriate user policies and security is enforced.
viii. Communicate regularly with technical, applications, and operational staff, to ensure overall database integrity and security.
ix. Generate reports as needed for Ministry of Health staff and related stakeholders.
x. Provide training for database users and support for developing regular and ad hoc reports so that key users are confident in using the HRIS to respond to information needs.
xi. Develop a culture among the key stakeholders of using data for decisions making and as new features are implemented, ensure all staff are informed of new features and are properly trained.

Job requirement

2.4. Qualifications and Competences:
i. The applicants must be Nationals of East African Community with a Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or closely related field from a recognized University / Institution.
ii. Knowledge of database software and development including Open Source systems (Linux, Apache, PHR MySQL)
iii. Experience in operations research, working with government and donors and in working as leader and manager in muIti-sectoral environment
iv. A minimum of three-years related database management experience
v. Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
vi. Ability to work as an effective team member in a complex and fast paced environment.
vii. Strong verbal and written English language skills.
viii. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diverse people, clients and consultants

2.5 Deliverables:
i. HRMIS reports
ii. Monthly, quarterly and annual HR technical reports related to the assignment.
iii. Progress reports on specific tasks of the assignment,
iv. Completion Report of the assignment,

How to apply

6 Duration of assignment
The assignment will be for a period of two years including 1 year probation period renewable on
satisfactory performance.

3.7 The procurement schedule
The procurement schedule (subject to minor changes) is as follows:
Activity
Date

Publish Bid Notice
13th June 2011

Bid Closing
2Tn June 2011

Short listing Process and approvals
15th July 2011

Interviews
29th Julv2011


4.0 Submission of Applications.
Applications accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials and at least two competent referees, one of whom MUST be from your current or previous employer should be addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Health,
Plot 6/7 Lourdel Road, P. O. Box 7272, KAMPALA
The applications must be delivered not later than 27lh June 2011 to:
The Procurement Specialist,
Uganda Health Systems Strengthening Project
Ministry of Health Headquarters,
Plot 6/7 Lourdel Road,
Room C101, KAMPALA
Dr. Lukwago Asuman For. PERMANENT SECRETARY