Job Summary:
The Site VMMC Mobiliser will participate in community mobilisation activities for SMC, disseminate SMC &HIV Prevention messages, implement demand creation plans for SMC services as well as support adoption of SMC mobilisation strategy.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Plan, design and oversee the implementation of community mobilization and demand creation activities for VMMC services in the assigned site.
· Develop and disseminate SMC and HIV prevention messages in appropriate local languages.
· Participate in the implementation of the community mobilization and demand creation plan for VMMC services.
· Work with team members to ensure the set targets for the site are achieved.
· Participate in the implementation of the demand creation plan for SMC services amongst the communities in the targeted sites.
· Adopt the existing MOH SMC mobilization strategy to suit the different project sites.
· Support the development of a brand name – emphasizing safety, no pain and benefits of SMC
· Develop and disseminate SMC and HIV prevention messages in appropriate languages targeting primary and secondary audiences in the communities.
· Promote advocacy for SMC in the site catchment areas
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and Social Administration, social sciences, Mass communication or related field.
· Three years of proven working experience in mobilizing communities to utilize health services.
· At least two years of experience managing community mobilization teams
· Excellent oral and computer presentation skills.
· Ability to work under minimal supervision.
· Possession of key personal competences in Team and communication skills, networking and partnership skills.
· Experience in mobilization for SMC will be an added advantage.
· Experience of working in a medical setting, knowledge of the local language (Madi,Kakwa, Alur, Lugbara) and some understanding of HIV/AIDS is highly desirable
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates 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. Email your application and CV to hr@idi.co.ug
Key Notes:
· IDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
· Internal candidates who meet the required specifications and have worked with IDI for a period of at least one year will be given priority.
· Make sure that your application letter, CV (Not more than 4pages) and certificates are attached as one PDF document.
· Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject line of your email.
· Please note that if you DO NOT indicate the vacancy code as instructed above, your application will not be considered.
· Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
· Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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
Deadline: 4th October 2020