Management Sciences for Health Vacancies

MANAGEMENT Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide.

MSH Uganda is currently running a number of USAID and other donor funded projects, both in Kampala and other parts of the country including STAR E.

STAR E is a 5-year USAID supported District Based HIV/TB Project focusing on the prevention, care, and treatment of HIV/TB in health facilities and communities, headquartered in Mbale but with activities in Budaka, Bududa, Bukwo, Busia, Butaleja, Kapchorwa, Pallisa and Sironko districts

MSH now invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions in the STAR E project:

1. DISTRICT HEALTH ADVISOR
Overall Responsibilities:
Serves as the district representative for the STAR-E Project, and supports the project in 2-3 designated districts in the region to improve the management of health services at all levels.

Establish relationships with public and private sector representatives in the assigned districts

Assist in development of district work plans, capacity of human resources, management systems, and institutions at the district levels

Supervise community mobilization activities to increase uptake of HIV/TB services, improve linkages between health facilities and the community, assess community systems and identify NGOs/ CBOs for potential subcontracting Work with the Health Management of Information Systems Advisor to improve management of data related to health services at all levels

Manage the implementation of project activities in selected health districts in which the project provides direct technical assistance Qualifications:
1) Degree in Medicine, with a Masters Degree in public health (MPH) or equivalent experience

2) Additional postgraduate qualifications and training is an added advantage

3) Minimum ten years of experience, including prior experience with HIV/AIDS & TB 4) Excellent communication skills 5) Previous USAID experience would be an advantage

2. SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Overall Responsibilities:
The Senior Accountant helps the Director, Finance, Administration and Grants (DFAD) to oversee the maintenance of accurate, comprehensive, and up to date financial records using approved accounting/bookkeeping software

Assists the DFAD in developing and implementing procedures and programs for monitoring and analyzing program budgets and a sound internal control system
Assists the DFAD in preparation of the required financial reports

Ensures that all financial and accounting activities are done efficiently according to MSH regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Supports the Grants team with disbursement of funds to Districts and grantees
Review accountabilities of advances submitted by staff members and grantees and ensures that all travels are authorized and approved in accordance to the budget

Prepare monthly fund requirement for the MSH STAR -E office in consultation with the relevant regional staff members and submit the requests

Provides an audit interface with local and external auditors Supervises the accounting department staff

Qualifications:
1)University degree in accounting from a recognized University 2) Masters degree in a relevant field or full professional qualification in accounting is an added advantage 3) At least five years relevant years experience in large international projects 4) Demonstrated understanding of audit principles, and of the performance necessary to ensure audit compliance 5) Unimpeachable integrity and mature judgment 6) Ability to work independently, take initiative, meet deadlines with attention to detail 7) Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, with hands-on experience with
Quick Book Accounting is highly preferred 8) Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants 9) Experience in a USAID financed NGO is an advantage

3. ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER – STAR E
Overall Responsibilities:
Provide administrative support and ensure compliance with USAID, MSH policies and procedures and Uganda legal requirements, in operational matters

Manage the procurement of goods and services for the project, negotiating with various stakeholders, suppliers and service providers

Ensure an effi cient inventory tracking and management system while maintaining adequate stock levels at all times
Oversee the management of the vehicle and motorcycle fleet
Supervise the procurement, stores, transport and administration teams
Ensure adequate security for assets and staff is in place

Qualifications:
1) Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or equivalent 2) Masters Degree in Business Administration is an added advantage 3) At least 3 years relevant experience in a busy working environment 4) Initiative, creativity and flexibility to originate, articulate and adapt contract management policies to serve evolving priorities 5) Proven leadership capabilities in supervising, organizing and multitasking 6) Strong organizational and communication skills
7) Experience with USAID-funded program/projects is an added advantage

All applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Partner – MSH, Plot 15 Princess Ann Drive Bugolobi, P.O.Box 71419, Kampala Email: HRUG@msh.org

Deadline for submission: 25th February 2011. We thank all applicants for their interest, but can only acknowledge shortlisted candidates