Country: Uganda
Closing date: 03 Feb 2017
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
EngenderHealth’s vision is Women and Girls First. The vision is underpinned by the mission, namely catalyzing the value of women and girls by harnessing the power of sexual and reproductive rights and health. EngenderHealth is a leading global women’s health organization committed to ensuring that every pregnancy is planned, every child is wanted, and every mother has the best chance of survival.
EngenderHealth is seeking expressions of interest from highly qualified candidates for the following full-time staff positions for an anticipated five-year USAID project named, Expanding and Strengthening Family Planning Service Options in Uganda. The following project staff will be based in Kampala or field offices providing technical assistance to the Government of Uganda (GOU), civil society and community-based organizations and the private sector at the community, facility, district, and national levels. The goal of the project is to increase use of equitable, quality and sustainable family planning (FP) services through increased FP service delivery options and demand for modern contraception including long-acting reversible contraception (LARCs) and permanent methods (PMs). Cross cutting themes include gender programming and youth sexual reproductive health (SRH) services. Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
The Operations Officer plays a crucial role and is responsible for overseeing multiple project systems including human resources, compliance, office/facility management, and management of project assets (such as vehicles and other equipment). Master’s degree in management, business, finance, or related field is preferred. At least five years of facilities or operations management experience is required; experience coordinating operations between multiple offices is an advantage. Familiarity with USAID compliance requirements is preferred, including those related to procurement and asset management. Excellent past performance references are required (references must be provided, including email addresses).
How to apply:
Please visit the careers page at www.engenderhealth.org and search job openings under the ‘Uganda’ location to submit your details by Friday, 3 February 2017. Please submit an application along with resume and cover letter including details of your salary requirements and salary history. Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.
EngenderHealth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, ancestry, citizenship, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, political belief, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, disability or any other protected characteristic or status under applicable federal, state and local laws.