Project Coordinator

The Project Coordinator will report to the UNCDA Program Manager. She/he will be responsible for project Assistants, Branch teams and other program-based volunteers, interns and part time personnel attached to programs.

– Must hold a diploma in any clinical-related field (Nurse/midwife or Clinical Officer) and a bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Administration and Management, or related field.

– At least three years’ experience working with projects.

– Proven track record in programmes operations.

– Possession of basic knowledge and skills in Monitoring and Evaluation is an added advantage

– Experience in None communicable Diseases, community health services and programs is an asset

– Fluency in Runyakitara (particularly Runyankole-Rukiga) or any Bantu Language and English.

The Project Coordinator will report to the UNCDA Program Manager. She/he will be responsible for project Assistants, Branch teams and other program-based volunteers, interns and part time personnel attached to programs.

– Must hold a diploma in any clinical-related field (Nurse/midwife or Clinical Officer) and a bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Administration and Management, or related field.

– At least three years’ experience working with projects.

– Proven track record in programmes operations.

– Possession of basic knowledge and skills in Monitoring and Evaluation is an added advantage

– Experience in None communicable Diseases, community health services and programs is an asset

– Fluency in Runyakitara (particularly Runyankole-Rukiga) or any Bantu Language and English.

1. Project implementation and Oversight:

– Coordinate implementation of UNCDA/ICI Blue print project and oversee effective implementation of UNCDA program activities in all branches in Western Uganda

– Coordinate NCDs screening and Awareness raising at Health facility and within the Community

– Support branch teams carry out branch-based activities within their specific branches

– Provide NCDs updates to guide project implementation.

– Ensure effective communication between and within district teams and UNCDA Secretariat.

– Take leadership for the Blue Print project and other UNCDA supported projects.

– Work with the UNCDA branch team and partners to identify NCDs needs and funding opportunities for the branch (es).

– Receive, compile and submit project reports including Activity, Monthly and quarterly

2. Staff Management

– Manage branch teams in Sheema and surrounding UNCDA branches in Western Uganda.

– Support the Program Manager as required, to capacity-build branch teams and identify training needs within the branches and project teams.

3. Representation of UNCDA

– Attend meetings and webinars on behalf of UNCDA, sharing notes and learnings with UNCDA secretariat.

– Attend NCDs meetings within the districts or and as needed.

– Represent UNCDA in interactions with current and potential National and District health partners

focussing on the NCDs agenda, clearly communicating our work, NCDs prevention and control philosophy and culture.

4. Clinical Expertise

– Assist UNCDA Program Manager to establish and prioritise NCDs clinical needs within the operational areas

– Provide guidance to UNCDA branch teams, UNCDA staff and volunteers regarding clinical questions when necessary.

– Work in close collaboration with ICI partners (based in Kenya) for a medical and clinical advisory service, equipment procurement, in collaboration with UNCDA and Ministry of Health.