TASO EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

THE AIDS SUPPORT ORGANIZATION (TASO UGANDA)
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda), an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of Life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease, requires the services of dedicated, competent, innovative and results oriented personnel to fill in the following positions.

9. Job Title : Accountant
Department : Finance
Reports to : Chief Accountant
Supervises :None

Main Purpose of the Job
To ensure that all financial records within the given areas of
responsibility are accurately written, properly maintained and
regular/periodic returns properly compiled and submitted to the
Chief Accountant

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following
tasks;
• Reconciling funds disbursed with actual receipts at the Centre
• Ensure that Centre payrolls are properly prepared, statutory deductions made and remitted to the relevant authorities.
• Provide technical support to Regional Offices and Centre Accountants.
• Assist the chief Accountant in process of the consolidation of financial statements
• Ensure proper utilization and accountability of funds by all Centres.
• Ensure that the Centre manual records are up to date and reconciled with the computerised information.
• Monitor Centre expenditure against budgets to ensure adherence to set financial policies.
• Prepare and submit reports as required.
• Ensure that established internal controls are implemented.
• Ensure that monthly, quarterly, annual and other necessary financial reports are prepared and submitted to Headquarters in time.
• Review all the monthly, quarterly, annual and other necessary financial reports before being submitted to the Chief Accountant
Requirement:

Academic Qualifications: 1st degree preferably in B.Com (Accounting) or BBA, and 2nd Part of professional qualification such as ACCA or CPA or ACA
Minimum Experience and Exposure: 4 years in a position with heavy accounting responsibilities in a reputable organisation preferably an NGO
Special Knowledge: Knowledge of financial accounting procedures, Knowledge of planning, budgeting, reporting and auditing, Supervisory skills, Hands-on-computer skills in MS Word, Excel and relevant accounting packages (including NAVISION)

Job title : Program Officer – Advocacy and Policy.
Department/Location : TASO HQ, Advocacy and Networking
Reports to : Team leader Advocacy and
Networking. Supervises: None
Main purpose of the Job:
Advocate with a strong PLHIV voice on relevant aspects of healthcare policy, and human rights with the aim of influencing health agendas and policies.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Translate evidence into sound policy -linking policy, research and practice on HIV/AIDS to promote more effective health care services in line with HIV/AIDs and health policies.
• Disseminate key policy issues of concern to PLHIV and PLHIV organizations, and how TASO is addressing them through proactive and reactive policy-making, policy statements, collaborations, organizing and participating in key events
• Promote advocacy and policy work through strong coalitions and networks
• Develop and communicate policies that are consistent and transparent to help promote PLHIV voice effectively
• Provide quick access to TASO’s views on addressing key policy issues of relevance to PLHIV and PLHIV organizations in Uganda.
• List and share all upcoming events relevant to PLHIV-centered healthcare, especially those which may be of interest to PLHIV organizations.
• Promote the fundamental right to PLHIV centred healthcare that respects their unique needs, preferences and values, as well as their autonomy and independence
• Take up the responsibility of healthcare policy-making through meaningful and supported engagement to ensure that they are designed with the PLHIV at the centre
• Engaging PLHIV in health policy decision-making Process to ensure that policies reflect patient and caregiver needs, preferences and capabilities
• Liaise with the TASO training Centre in developing the advocacy training curriculum
• Build the capacity of PLHIV organizations to enable them be well-informed and effective PLHIV representatives and advocates. Train and help organise young PLHIV groups
• Develop consistent and compelling messages to promote sustained advocacy and produce publications that focus on policy-research-practice gaps and resource flows.
• Serve as delegate and a link to PLHIV meetings, forums and coalitions, social media and human rights networks
• Promote PLHIV Rights as in the charter of patients
• Identify, review and synthesize the most accurate evidence literature to provide accessible information to promote evidence-based programming, advocacy and policy positions.

NB:
The PO-Advocacy and Policy Must be a person living with HIV/ AIDS with a strong self confession of HIV status and females are particularly encouraged to apply
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:
Program officer • Advocacy and Policy Academic Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines: Medicine, Social Sciences, Education, SWSA, Development Studies, Community and Adult Education, Community Psychology or Guidance and Counselling
Additional Training Necessary
Training in Advocacy and policy formulation, Training in HIV/ AIDS Counselling, Knowledge of human rights and protection, Training in research and budget analysis
Minimum Experience and Exposure:
5 years experience in a HIV/AIDS related work, 2 of which should have been in advocacy, policy and networking positions.

Job Title : Resource Mobilisation Officer
Department/Location : Executive Director’s Office
Directly Reports to : Executive Director

Main Purpose of the Job
To identify possible partners who can provide technical, financial or other support to TASO, prepare proposals for mobilizing such support, and follow up the proposals to their logical conclusions.

Also to maintain liaison with donors
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Identify opportunities for funding and other support from development partners and other sources
• Prepare draft project proposals, get them discussed and endorsed by TASO management, and produce the final versions for submission to prospective development partners and other parties
• Develop and implement resource mobilization strategies according to terms agreed upon in consultation with TASO management
• Draft reports to donors in conformity with reporting requirements
• Collect and record all data related to donor funds, the activities they finance, produce accountability statements to donors, and submit them through the appropriate authorities
• Keep donors promptly informed of all developments in TASO that are relevant to them
• Attend Donor/TASO meetings.
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS – Resource Mobilisation Officer
Academic Qualifications
Degree, preferably B.Com (Accounting or Finance) or BBA, plus Post-graduate qualifications in Project Planning and Management or Development Studies or Investment Analysis

Minimum Experience and Exposure
4 years in a senior position, with substantial technical responsibilities in project/grant proposal writing

Special Knowledge
Project planning and management, Project proposal writing with
attendant financial flow projections, Report writing, Negotiation
skills, Communication Skills, and Public Relations skills

Job Title : Public Relations Assistant (2)
Department Location : Service Centre
Reporting to : Centre Manager
Responsible for: None
Main Purpose of the Job:
To take charge of the Public Relations and Advocacy functions at the Service Centre and promote and protect TASO’s public image at the Centre level.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Develop and implement public relations strategies and plans.
• Develop, manage and disseminate public relations materials.
• Take lead in receiving and attending to visitors to the centre.
• Make arrangements for potential visitors.
• Keep an updated record of visitors by updating the visitor’s information system.
• • Monitor the media and public opinion to ensure projection and protection of TASO’s image.
• Contribute to the Centre advocacy work.
• Manage events at the Centre
• Take photos of clients and process their identity cards
• Coordinate internship-activities at the Centre
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS – Public Relations Assistant Academic Qualifications
1st Degree in Social Sciences, preferably in Social Work and Social Administration, or Mass Communication
Additional Qualifications
Training in Public Relations and Advocacy
Minimum Experience and Exposure
2 years in public relations work
Special Knowledge
Key facts about HIV/AIDS, Trends and developments in HIV/ AIDS Care, TASO’s mandate, programmes and activities, The activities of other AIDS Support organizations in Uganda, TASO’s Key Supporters and their roles.

Job Title : Trainer-Psychosocial Department/Location : TASO Training Centre
Reports to : Team Leader Counselling and
Community Training Directly Supervises: None
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide training services to individuals and organizations interested in TASO training services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Carry out Psychosocial Training Needs Assessment in line with the training policy.
• Provide input in development of training curriculum
• Participate in the development of training programmes
• Participate in the development training plans
• Develop training materials
• Organise training activities
• Conduct training programmes in line with the training policy.
• Produce daily, weekly, monthly, annual and ad hoc reports on training activities carried out.
• Follow up and evaluate training programmes in line with the training policy.
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: Trainer-Psycho social Academic Qualifications
1st Degree in Education or Social Sciences, Bachelor of Arts.
Additional Training
HIV/AIDS Counselling, and Training of Trainers
Minimum Experience and Exposure
3 years’ experience related to training Special Knowledge
Curriculum design, Developing training programmes, and Communication Skills

Job Title : Human Resource Officer
Department/Location : Human Resource, HQ.
Reports to: Director Human Resources & Administration.
Directly Supervises: Human Resource Assistant
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide support to the Director Human Resources & Administration in the management of the Human Resource function, with special focus on recruitment/appointments, terms and conditions of service, staff welfare management, and compensation management.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Disseminate, and where necessary interpret human resource policies and regulations to staff
• Provide administrative support to the staff appraisal process, including sending appraisal forms to the various appraisers, providing technical guidance to appraisers as required, analysing the forms when filled, preparing summary reports on the appraisals in line with the HR policies.
• Make arrangements for the implementation of decisions on confirmation and promotion of staff
• Monitor the staffing situation throughout TASO, by reviewing staff levels, identify staff gaps, and compile data on vacancies and other inadequacies
• Implement and monitor staff recruitment and deployment
• Maintain a record of impending staff retirements, and plan for timely replacements
• Manage the communication and feedback on human resource issues between the Directorate and other TASO units
• Process staff separation from TASO
• Provide for staff welfare, including insurance, health and safety in line with the HR policies.
• Make arrangements for insurance of staff
• Provide the human resource information necessary for the remuneration of staff
• Provide administrative support in conducting periodic salary reviews
• Monitor expiry of staff contracts, and make arrangements to keep them valid
• Manage leave schedules for Headquarters staff in line with HR policies.
• Participate in the development of TASO human resource policies
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: Human Resource Officer Academic Qualifications
Bachelors’ degree in Human Resources and Administration, Social Sciences, Public Administration, plus a Post-graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Minimum Experience and Exposure
2 years in the provision of human resource services at a senior level
Special Knowledge
Records Management, Uganda Labour Laws

Job Title : Technical Advisor -Malaria
Reports to : Project Coordinator
Directly supervises : None
Functionally supports:M&E Manager, M&E Officers, Program Administrator
Main Purpose of the Job
The Technical Advisor -Malaria will be the primary point of contact for the Sub-recipients and service delivery points on Malaria. He/she will take responsibility to ensure overall coordination of the implementation and the monitoring and evaluation of Malaria activities and provision of related technical support, training and capacity building to the Sub-recipients. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Liaise with relevant representatives from the Sub-recipients and health service delivery points to facilitate the implementation of work plans and activities and the delivery of programmatic results that meet or exceed the grant performance framework targets.
• Ensure that sub-recipients and health service delivery points are provided directives, support, and training in the areas of program implementation, monitoring and reporting in compliance with Grants Management Unit requirements and proper guidance on programmatic and financial reporting.
• Identify bottlenecks to implementation and propose solutions, and develop specific capacity building interventions for the sub-recipients and staff at health service delivery points.
• Oversee the delivery of appropriate inception training programmes to strengthen the capacity of health service delivery points to understand and comply with all aspects of the Grants Management Unit grant implementation and reporting.
• Monitor, review, and provide feedback to sub-recipients and staff at health service delivery points on work plan implementation, results achieved, utilization of grant funds and relevance of expenditure to work plan activities.
• Liaise with the Finance Manager and his team, Program Administrator, M&E Manager and M&E officers to ensure proper implementation and interpretation of approved financial and accounting system and monitoring and evaluation guidelines.
• Review periodic programmatic reports submitted by the sub-recipients and staff at Service Delivery Points and prepare consolidated programmatic progress updates, including supporting documentation, and in liaison with (tie M& E Manager, prepare programmatic reports for submission to the Grants Management Unit.
• Promote policies and best practices that enable effective prevention and treatment of Malaria among the target population.
• Ensure compliance to the set national standards, procedures and guidelines in the delivery of Malaria services
• Acquire, review, roll out and ensure adherence to up to date Standard Operating Procedures during the implementation of programme activities
• Ensure effective participation of the project in relevant existing and potential networks and fora and attend collaborative meetings in the field of Malaria as required
• Organize and coordinate training activities under the Global Fund programs and Organize orientation and review workshops
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: Technical Advisor – Malaria
Academic Qualifications & Required Skills
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch. B); and advanced degree in Public Health
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public health or related field in programme/project management; at least 3 years’ experience in Malaria, HIV/AIDS and TB is a must.
• Experience working with Civil Society Organizations or Government health programs.
• Excellent leadership and management skills coupled with the ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in the design of M&E programs and data collection instruments
• Proven experience in preparation and analysis of work plans, complex programmatic and financial reports.
• Proven interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical, financial management and evaluation skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in working in a complex/dynamic environment.
• A team player with excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office coupled with excellent writing skills.
Additional Training necessary
Epidemiology of Malaria, TB and HIV, Understanding of the core principles of Malaria prevention and control program interventions, Trainer of Trainers (TOT) and Facilitation Skills
Minimum Experience and Exposure:
The ideal candidate must be a senior medical officer with at least 5 years’ experience in Malaria, HIV/AIDS or TB work, two of which should have been in a supervisory position.
Special Knowledge
National Health priorities, Malaria Prevention and control interventions in Uganda and globally, Current national and International Health Statistics especially on Malaria, HIV and TB, National and international declarations and commitments/ initiatives such as the Roll Back Malaria; President’s Malaria Initiative, etc, National Malaria strategic plans and performance frame works, including policies and procedures, Malaria diagnostics and management.

Job Title : Technical Advisor TB/HSS
Reports to : Project Coordinator
Directly supervises ; None
Functionally supports:
M&E Manager, M&E Officers, Program Administrator
Main Purpose of the Job
The Technical Advisor TB/HSS will be the primary point of contact for the Sub-recipients and service delivery points on TB/HSS issues. He/she will take responsibility to ensure overall coordination of the implementation of the Grants and monitoring and evaluation of TB/HSS activities and provision of related technical support, training and capacity building to the Sub-recipients!
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Liaise with relevant representatives from the Sub-recipients and health service delivery points to facilitate the implementation of work plans and activities and the delivery of programmatic results that meet or exceed the grant performance framework targets.
• Ensure that sub-recipients and health service delivery points are provided directives, support, and training in the areas of program implementation, monitoring and reporting in compliance with Grants Management Unit requirements and” proper guidance on programmatic and financial reporting.
• Identify bottlenecks to implementation and propose solutions, and develop specific capacity building interventions for the sub-recipients and staff at health service delivery points.
• Oversee the delivery of appropriate inception training programmes to strengthen the capacity of Sub Recipients and health service delivery points to understand and comply with all aspects of the Grants Management Unit grant implementation and reporting requirements.
• Monitor, review, and provide feedback to sub-recipients and staff at health service delivery points on work plan implementation, results achieved, utilization of grant funds and relevance of expenditure to work plan activities.
• Liaise with the Finance Manager and his team, Program Administrator, M&E Manager and M&E officers to ensure proper implementation and interpretation of approved financial and accounting system and monitoring and evaluation guidelines.
• Review all periodic programmatic reports submitted by the sub-recipients and staff at Service Delivery Points and prepare consolidated programmatic progress updates, including supporting documentation, and in liaison with the M& E Manager, prepare programmatic reports for submission to the Grants Management Unit.
• Promote policies and best practices that enable effective prevention of HIV and TB treatment of the same among the target population.
• Coordinate the capacity building of Sub-recipients in relation to the implementation of and reporting on program activities and organize orientation and review workshops
• Ensure compliance to the set national standards, procedures and guidelines in the delivery of TB/HSS services
• Acquire, review, roll out and ensure adherence to up to date Standard Operating Procedures during the implementation of programme activities
• Ensure effective participation of the project in relevant existing and potential networks and fora and attend collaborative meetings in the field of TB/HSS and M&E as required
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: Technical Advisor – TB/HSS Academic QualificationsS Required Skills
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch.B); and advanced degree in Public Health
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public health or related field in programme/project management; at least 3 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS and TB is a must.
• Experience working with Civil Society Organizations or Government health programs.
• Excellent leadership and management skills coupled with the ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in the design of M&E programs and data collection instruments
• Proven experience in preparation and analysis of work plans, complex programmatic and financial reports.
• Proven interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical, financial management and evaluation skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in working in a complex/dynamic environment.
• A team player with excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office coupled with excellent writing skills.
Additional Training necessary
Epidemiology of TB and HIV especially the CB DOTS, Understanding of the core principles of Health Systems Strengthening(HSS), Trainer of Trainers (TOT) and Facilitation Skills, Training in HIV/AIDS Counselling
Minimum Experience and Exposure:
The ideal candidate must be a senior medical officer with at least 5 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS and TB or Malaria work, two of which should have been in £ supervisory position.*
Special Knowledge
National Health priorities, Health Systems Strengthening, Current national and International Health Statistics especially TB and HIV, National and international HIV/AIDS declarations and commitments, National HIV/AIDS and TB strategic frame works, including policies and procedures, HIV/AIDSJB and Malaria diagnostics and management

Job title : Centre Manager
Department/Location : TASO Service Centre
Reports to : Regional Manager
Directly Supervises
Counselling Coordinator, Medical Coordinator, Information Management Officer, Accountant, Human Resources and Administration Officer, Public Relations Assistant, and Administrative Assistant-

Main Purpose of the Job
To provide overall leadership and management of service centre activities to ensure effective and efficient implementation of centre programmes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Lead and coordinate the preparation of periodic plans and budgets for the centre
• Monitor staffing numbers and skills within the centre, and liaise with the Human Resource Department to bridge existing gaps through recruitment, training and development in line with HR policies.
• In conjunction with the respective Coordinators, organise for the resources needed for the effective and efficient implementation of programmes at centre level, to be available as and when required.
• Oversee the procurement of goods and services in line with procurement policy.
• Oversee and coordinate the implementation of centre plans and programmes by the respective Centre Heads of Department in line with the strategic plan.
• Provide “effective leadership to subordinates, maintain good teamwork among them and conduct staff performance appraisals for supervisee in line with the HR policies.
• Take overall responsibility for the proper allocation of centre resources and ensure that available resources are utilised effectively and efficiently, and that they are properly safeguarded in line with TASO policies.
• Maintain oversight of financial expenditure and approve requests for financial expenditure at the centre in accordance with TASO policies, plans and budgets
• to ensure adherence to set financial policies, as well as plans and budgets
• Ensure compliance with TASO policies, regulations and standards in all the activities of the centre
• Take lead in the advocacy for TASO services and programmes .at the centre level, and oversee the organising of advocacy functions and events
• Take lead in ensuring gender mainstreaming in all TASO programmes and oversee the effective and meaningful involvement of PLWHAs in the Centre Programmes.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of planned programmes at the centre, and take actions as necessary
• Foster harmonious working relationships between TASO staff, clientele and other major stakeholders
• Spearhead trie building of partnerships and Networks for Centre programme activities and attend key Advocacy and partnership meetings in the area of operation.
• Identify sources of local funding and support to TASO, and develop an effective focal resources mobilization strategy.
• Organize quarterly review meetings with the Centre Advisory committees
• Prepare and submit performance and other reports as required, document success stories for the Centre and maintain up-to-date records on all centre activities and resources.
Requirement:

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: Centre Manager Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences with a component of management, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch.B), Bachelor of Social Work and Social Administration, and Bachelor Public Administration, plus relevant post graduate qualifications
Additional Training
MPH, Counselling, Management skills improvement, Finance for
non-finance executives
Minimum Experience and Exposure
5 years of which 3 years are in managerial positions.
Special Knowledge
Programme Management, Strategic Planning, Project Planning and Management, Proposal Writing, Planning and Budgeting

Salary: - USD/month

How to apply:

Only qualified candidates that meet all the above requirements are invited to submit their resume, copies of certified academic certificates, testimonials and three referees. Please firmly staple your papers together and specify the position applied for on the top right corner of the envelope. TASO offers a competitive package for all the positions.

Note: only short listed candidates will be contacted. CLOSING DATE: 12th June 2012.
Please forward your applications to:

The Human Resource & Administration Director
P.O. BOX 10443, KAMPALA
“OR hand deliver your application to TASO HQ level II, located at Old Mulago Hospital”.