Infectious Diseases Institute

College of Health Sciences

Makerere University

Employment Opportunity
Background
The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is a Ugandan not-for-profit organization
whose mission is to strengthen health systems in Africa, with strong emphasis on
infectious diseases, through research and capacity development. IDI has six
operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care
and Treatment; Training, Research, Laboratory services (including the CAP-
certified IDI Core Lab & Translational Lab), Global Health Security and Health
System Strengthening.

In order to contribute to achievement of the above objectives, IDI wishes to recruit

a motivated and competent individual for the positions as indicated below:-

Job Title : Locum Medical Officer

Vacancy Code : LMOX001

Classification : Locum

Duty Station : Arua and Adjumani

General summary:

The position holder will provide technical assistance to ensure timely and quality
attainment and sustenance of HIV epidemic control interventions in supported
districts.

Infectious Diseases Institute Main locations:

IDI McKinnell Knowledge Centre IDI Mulago
School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences
(ED office, Training, Health Systems Strengthening, Grants (Clinic, Research, Lab Services, Information Services)
PO Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda
Management, Finance and Administration, Global Health Security Mulago Hospital Complex
Website: www.idi.mak.ac.ug
Makerere University Main Campus Tel: +256 (0) 312 307 000
Email: office@idi.co.ug
Tel: +256 (0)312 211 422
 Infectious Diseases Institute
College of Health Sciences
Makerere University

Key Responsibilities:

 Design, monitor and report on key activities related to HIV/AIDS/TB

treatment scale up.
 Support mentoring activities for HCWs in relation to HIV/AIDS/TB care and
treatment.
 Support roll out of National HIV treatment guidelines and related guidelines
in HIV/TB care.
 Provide on call/distance TA support for the handling of complicated
HIV/AIDS/TB cases.
 Support Quality Assurance of HIV//TB services at facilities and recommend
corrective action.
 Provide technical assistance in planning related to HIV/AIDS/TB care and
treatment
 Provide team lead roles for the field office technical supervisory teams.

Required Qualifications skills and attributes:

 A Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and surgery.

 Postgraduate training in project planning and management will be an added
advantage.
 Specialized training in HIV/AIDS management will be an added advantage.
 Active Registration with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners
Council required.
 At least 2-3 years of HIV/AIDS/TB clinical experience.
 Experience in providing technical Assistance to large scale HIV HSS
interventions within MoH structures and systems.
 Comprehensive knowledge and experience in HIV/AIDS/TB management.
 Good working knowledge of HIV/AIDS/TB programs, strategies, processes
and techniques used to plan, develop, implement and evaluate results of
HIV/AIDS programs.
 Excellent communication& interpersonal skills plus the ability to work
effectively in a team.
 Knowledge of USG programming policies and regulations
 Willingness to work and live in rural areas is required

Infectious Diseases Institute Main locations:

IDI McKinnell Knowledge Centre IDI Mulago
School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences
(ED office, Training, Health Systems Strengthening, Grants (Clinic, Research, Lab Services, Information Services)
PO Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda
Management, Finance and Administration, Global Health Security Mulago Hospital Complex
Website: www.idi.mak.ac.ug
Makerere University Main Campus Tel: +256 (0) 312 307 000
Email: office@idi.co.ug
Tel: +256 (0)312 211 422
 Infectious Diseases Institute
College of Health Sciences
Makerere University

Candidates that meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in these
positions should send their CVs, including details of email address, present
position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3)
Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address not later than 31st
May 2023. Please follow this link https://idi.mak.ac.ug/hrms to apply for this
position.

Key Notes:
1. IDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or
any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process
2. Internal candidates who meet the required specifications and have worked with
IDI for a period of at least one year will be given priority.
3. Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one
document
4. Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email
5. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
6. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Senior Human Resource Manager

Infectious Diseases Institute — IDI Knowledge Centre, Makerere University Main
Campus; College of Health Sciences, Makerere University
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda

Infectious Diseases Institute Main locations:

IDI McKinnell Knowledge Centre IDI Mulago
School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences
(ED office, Training, Health Systems Strengthening, Grants (Clinic, Research, Lab Services, Information Services)
PO Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda
Management, Finance and Administration, Global Health Security Mulago Hospital Complex
Website: www.idi.mak.ac.ug
Makerere University Main Campus Tel: +256 (0) 312 307 000
Email: office@idi.co.ug
Tel: +256 (0)312 211 422