The management of the program will be integrated into the systems and processes of the Uganda Catholic Secretariat (UCS) for the purpose of sustainability and continuity. The Uganda Catholic Medical Bureau (UCMB – the Health Department) will be the lead department managing this program which primarily aims at ensuring continuation of support to antiretroviral therapy (ART) program in twelve (12) health facilities within the UCMB network. In order to manage the ACT program, the UEC would now like to fill the following job positions that are still vacant.. Other than as specified for each job position, UEC seeks to recruit highly self-motivated candidates that are able to work with the rest of the team at the UCS.
Laboratory Specialist:
Job Summary;
In collaboration with the Lab Technical Advisor provide technical support and guidance to ACT supported HCF in overall laboratory services management.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Train HCF lab staff on the use of various laboratory equipments for HIV diagnosis and monitoring.
Providing technical advice on how to improve the laboratory service of the targeted Health Care Facilities.
Support HCF in developing, implementing and monitoring laboratory services quality improvement plans.
Develop and evaluate protocols for safe disposal of sharps and contaminated wastes and other infection control processes.
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Requirement:
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
A laboratory technologist registered with Uganda Allied Medical Workers.
Minimum of Higher Diploma in Lab Technology, B.Sc/HND Laboratory Science desirable.
Significant experience in laboratory diagnosis of AIDS, tuberculosis and other opportunistic infections and laboratory monitoring of clinical status of people living with HIV essential
Familiarity with ministry of health national VCT guidelines and diagnosis algorithms essential
Salary: - USD/month
How to apply:
More details about each job may be got from www.ucmb.co.ug . Eligible and interested candidates should submit their signed and complete application to the following address not later than 5.00 p.m., October 26′h 2011: The Secretary General Uganda Catholic Secretariat Plot 672, Hanlon Road, Nsambya Hill P. O. Box 2886 Kampala
A complete application shall have the following attached to it:
At least three letters of reference that must include one from the current or most recent employer, one from a professional working in the HIV/AIDS field.
Photocopies of academic certificates, degrees and testimonials
One passport-size photograph
Signed curriculum vitae Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within a week after the deadline for submission of application.
Laboratory Specialist Uganda Episcopal Conference (UEC)
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