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APCA is a pan-African organisation located in the capital of Uganda, Kampala.
The organisation exists to ensure that palliative care is underpinned by evidence, widely understood and integrated into all health systems to reduce pain and suffering associated with life-limiting illnesses across Africa.
APCA works through a network of national, regional and international partnerships and we are currently seeking a self- directed and highly motivated individual to join our core staff as a Programmes Manager.
The Programmes Manager has a unique role in ensuring that APCA’s vision of ensuring access to palliative care for all in need across Africa is realised in practice.
He or she is responsible for coordinating all of APCA’s programmes, which aim to increase an understanding of palliative care across Africa as well as strengthening health systems by integrating this form of care.
Main areas of responsibility
The Programmes Manager will support the Programmes Director in overseeing all APCA programmes and will ensure that APCA has compliances with all donor requirements.
This will involve coordinating and guiding the programme development, planning and implementation process, based on funded and unfunded work with guidance from APCA’s strategic plan.
The Manager will liaise with the Programmes Director to ensure that relevant technical input is provided to partners for programme development, planning and implementation and will provide supervision and programme management related mentorship to programmes officers.
Education and Aptitude:
The person is expected to hold a degree in Social Sciences, Development studies or any other disciplines relevant to Programme Planning, Management and Development from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.
Job related experience and knowledge:
5 years experience in Programmes development, project planning and management with proven experience of working in Africa and a track record of effective management of PEPFAR funded programmes in a reputable organisation.
Salary
APCA will offer a competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience.
How to apply
Please send your full CV, covering letter, and names of two referees to Jobs@africanpalliativecare.org addressed to:
Executive Director
African Palliative Care Association
P.O Box 72518, Kampala
Closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 20th May 2011.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
For more information about APCA and to receive a full Job description, please contact us through npalliativecare.org or visit our website at www.africanpalliativecare.org
The organisation exists to ensure that palliative care is underpinned by evidence, widely understood and integrated into all health systems to reduce pain and suffering associated with life-limiting illnesses across Africa.
APCA works through a network of national, regional and international partnerships and we are currently seeking a self- directed and highly motivated individual to join our core staff as a Programmes Manager.
The Programmes Manager has a unique role in ensuring that APCA’s vision of ensuring access to palliative care for all in need across Africa is realised in practice.
He or she is responsible for coordinating all of APCA’s programmes, which aim to increase an understanding of palliative care across Africa as well as strengthening health systems by integrating this form of care.
Main areas of responsibility
The Programmes Manager will support the Programmes Director in overseeing all APCA programmes and will ensure that APCA has compliances with all donor requirements.
This will involve coordinating and guiding the programme development, planning and implementation process, based on funded and unfunded work with guidance from APCA’s strategic plan.
The Manager will liaise with the Programmes Director to ensure that relevant technical input is provided to partners for programme development, planning and implementation and will provide supervision and programme management related mentorship to programmes officers.
Education and Aptitude:
The person is expected to hold a degree in Social Sciences, Development studies or any other disciplines relevant to Programme Planning, Management and Development from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.
Job related experience and knowledge:
5 years experience in Programmes development, project planning and management with proven experience of working in Africa and a track record of effective management of PEPFAR funded programmes in a reputable organisation.
Salary
APCA will offer a competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience.
How to apply
Please send your full CV, covering letter, and names of two referees to Jobs@africanpalliativecare.org addressed to:
Executive Director
African Palliative Care Association
P.O Box 72518, Kampala
Closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 20th May 2011.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
For more information about APCA and to receive a full Job description, please contact us through npalliativecare.org or visit our website at www.africanpalliativecare.org
