The Bible Society of Uganda is a non-profit Christian NGO, that serves Christian Churches by translating, reviewing, publishing and distributing Holy Scriptures. Our mandate is to achieve the widest possible, effective and meaningful distribution of the Holy Scriptures in languages and media which meet the needs of people worldwide; and in translations that are faithful to the Scripture texts in their original languages which communicate the correct biblical message; and helping people interact with the word of God at the prices they can afford.
We are a member of the fellowship of the United Bible Societies (UBS), which is a global fellowship that serves the Churches in over 140 countries.
The Bible Society of Uganda is an equal opportunity employer; and now seeks to recruit competent and dynamic self driven persons to fill the posts described below:
Job Title: HIV/AIDS Coordinator
Reports to: Program Manager
Duty Station: Bible House, Plot 38 Bombo Road Kampala
JOB PURPOSE:
- Coordination, Planning, Supervision and Implementation of all the HIV/AIDS project activities within the HIV/AIDS project of the Bible Society of Uganda (BSU).
Key Responsibilities:
- To be able to provide technical support to BSU in the implementation of the HIV/AIIDS project within the organization;
- To develop and maintain detailed project schedules that include administrative tasks and support all project beneficiaries and networks participants;
- Develop and maintain new and existing strategic alliances with other key actors in the region, such as women’s rights organisations, child’s rights organisations, LGBTI, PLHIV, the UN and other social justice movements;
- Conceive and develop new research projects in consultation and collaboration with others as well as formulates a long term agenda in that area;
- Prepare periodic project work plans and budgets in conjunction with the Programme Manager and other related activities in liaison with other section heads, to ensure appropriate utilization of project resources;
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Requirement:
- Holder or candidate of a master's degree in Public Health or other social sciences from a recognised institution
- Bachelors Degree, or an equivalent, in social sciences,
- Business Administration, management, or finance, AND work experience in the following areas (work experience could have been gained simultaneously, or consecutively)
- Post-graduate Diploma in Project Planning & Management or Human Resource Management an advantage
Competencies
- Must have at least 3 cumulative years of experience non-governmental and development organisations at national and regional levels, managing national-wide or regional projects in gender, HIV, or any related field.
- Must have experience in national public policy formulation and advocacy.
- Must have good track record of human rights advocacy for women, children and young people
- Must be a seasoned trainer and facilitator, with experience in adult learning techniques
- Must have at least 2 years experience in planning, developing and implementing HIV and AIDS programmes
- Must possess well developed writing skills
Person Attributes:
- Must have well developed communication and advocacy skills
- Must hold a valid driving license and have at least four years' clean driving record
- Must be a committed Christian with proven faith standing
- Has the ability to be objective, accommodative and professional In judgment
- Must be able to demonstrate sensitivity to individual and cultural differences
- Has good temperament and excellent reconciliatory nature
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How to apply:
Hand written, typed or word processed applications from qualified candidates, with copies of academic and/or professional certificates and testimonials; a detailed CV containing names, full addresses and telephone contacts of three referees;
A letter of commendation from a Priest, Pastor of a recognised church, or Head of Christian congregation All the above should be addressed to:
The General Secretary, Bible Society of Uganda, P. O. BOX 3621, KAMPALA OR Emailed to: infobbiblesociety-uganda.org OR Hand delivered to: The General Secretary, Bible Society of Uganda Bible House, Plot 38, Bombo Road Kampala NB: All applications must reach the above by S.OOp.m. on Friday 21st December 2012; and any applications received after the above date and time SHALL NOT be considered
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