Overview
Research Triangle Institute (RTI) has over 30 years’ experience assisting governments, communities, and the private sector. As a not-for-profit, independent research institute based in North Carolina, USA, RTI has roughly 6,000 employees with global experience implementing international development projects.
The Global Health Division (GHD), within the International Development Group (IDG), works in Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases; Global Health Security and Public Health Preparedness; Heath Systems Strengthening - including Health Governance, Health Finance, Human Resources for Health, Capacity Building, and Health Policy and Advocacy; and Integrated Care - including Reproductive, Maternal, and Child Health and Family Planning. We address a range of public health problems to reduce disparities, lower disease burdens, and build locally owned sustainable health programs.
Project Description
The GHD is pursuing an anticipated USAID-funded opportunity called the Uganda Strengthening Local Health Systems (SLHS) Activity. This activity will be a comprehensive initiative to strengthen key elements of Ugandan health systems focusing on health care financing, human resources for health, health information systems, and community health systems. With a focus on sustainability and long-term impact, this program will work closely with Ugandan health authorities to enhance healthcare delivery, resources, and capacity.
This position will be based in Kampala, Uganda with the need to travel to other regions throughout the program implementation period.
Responsibilities
Position Description
The GHD is seeking a MEL Director for the anticipated USAID Uganda Local Health Systems (LHS) Activity. The MEL Director will lead and guide the Uganda LHS team on MEL and collaboration related activities while working with all technical staff to oversee tools for data collection, storage, and analysis, as well as train staff and partners on MEL system operations, collection methods, and tools. The MEL Director will perform data analyses, generate reports of findings, and create graphics to contribute to reporting requirements and project communications. The MEL Director will also plan for and supervise intermittent performance evaluations, collect and disseminate lessons learned, and share successes during project implementation. This position will directly report to the Chief of Party.
Position is contingent upon award and funding.
Your primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Ugandan natives highly encouraged to apply.
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