APCA Programmes Manager

The Programmes Manager has a unique role in ensuring that APCA’s vision of ensuring access to palliative care for all in need across Africa is realised in practice. He or she is responsible for day today management and coordination of APCA’s programmes, which aim to increase an understanding of palliative care across Africa as well as strengthening health systems by integrating this form of care. Main areas of responsibility.

The Programmes Manager will support the Programmes Director in overseeing all APCA programmes and will ensure that APCA complies with all donor requirements. This will involve coordinating and guiding the programme development, planning and implementation process, based on funded and unfunded work with guidance from APCA’s strategic plan.

The Manager will liaise with the Programmes Director to ensure that relevant technical input is provided to partners for programme development, planning and implementation and will provide supervision and programme management related mentorship to programmes officers.

Education and Aptitude.

The person is expected to hold a Masters degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development studies or any other health or development related disciplines relevant to Programme Development, Planning, and Management from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.

Job related experience and knowledge:

5 years experience in Programmes development , project planning and management as well as experience in basic financial management in a health related NGO. Proven experience of working in Africa and a track record of effective grants development and management of donor funded programmes including PEPFAR/ USAID, DFID, EU and other donors in a reputable organisation. Knowledge of palliative care is an added advantage.

How to apply:

Please send your full CV, covering letter, copies of academic certificates and the names of two referees tojobs@africanpalliativecare.org addressed to: Executive Director, African Palliative Care Association, P. O. Box 72518, Kampala, Uganda or hand deliver at plot 95 Dr Gibbons Road, Makindye. Closing date for the receipt of applications is 27th January 2013. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. To receive a full job description for each post and for more information about APCA, please contact us throughinfo@africanpalliativecare.org or visit our website at www.africanpalliativecare.org.