World Education Inc. Bantwana Initiative Case Management Advisor Jobs in Uganda

World Education Inc. Bantwana Initiative Case Management Advisor Jobs in Uganda


Job Summary

  • The Case Management Advisor supports and manages the technical implementation of the USAID ICYD Activity case management approach across the four USAID ICYD Activity zones and 38 districts of the project.

  • Guided by the National SOPs, the Advisor will provide technical guidance and will oversee the strengthening of an integrated HIV/GBV and child protection community-based case management system with the four Primary Local Partners (PLPs).

  • She/he will be responsible for dissemination of case management SOPs, oversee training of government and partner staff in case management to ensure delivery of comprehensive services to OVC and AGYW.

  • She/he will ensure the Case Management
    System supports the identification, enrollment, retention and provision of a continuum of health and social protection services to OVC and AGYW on the project.

  • She/he will provide support supervision and mentorship of case management actors and program staff and ensure harmonization of the project deliverables in all result areas.

  • S/he will liaise closely with the NCP Systems Strengthening Advisor, Institutional Development Manager, Clinical Manager, and SRGBV Advisor to ensure seamless integration across school, clinic and community platforms that are responsive to and feed into development of the national case management system.

    The Case Management Advisor will have the following responsibilities:

    Key Result Area

    Specific Responsibilities and Duties:

    Major Responsibilities

    ● Oversee, plan, and coordinate all case management activities under the project.

    ● Provide strategic advice and technical support to key government ministries and
    departments, as well as project staff on case management design and implementation.

    ● Oversee implementation of case management standard operating procedures, tools, job aids, guidelines, and trainings for government and project staff.

    ● Oversee and coordinate all capacity building efforts on case management for government staff at national, district and TA levels as well as for CSO staff.

    ● Champion strategies to strengthen bi-directional facility/community linkages
    towards improved OVC/AGYW continuum of care with focus on optimizing health and social services.

    ● Oversee and ensure case conferencing takes place between health facility and social welfare staff to support index testing, retention on care, ART adherence and
    viral load suppression for children and adolescents living with HIV.

    ● Provide technical assistance to PLPs strengthen identification of GBV, child
    protection and VAC issues and to facilitate case conferences and referrals for services.

    ● Analyse and monitor trends, opportunities and challenges
    in the case management system and provide technical support as needed.

    ● Provide quality assurance towards strengthening case management and referral
    coordination.

    ● Generate evidence on the case management system by spearheading the data analysis and documentation of the system, as well as draft policy briefs for the government’s consideration.

    ● Work closely with project staff to identify innovations, promising practises and
    strategic opportunities for enhancing case management activities.

    ● Support and monitor partners and consultants on deliverable-based contracts.

    ● Liaise with the M&E team in tracking and reporting related targets.

    ● Compile quarterly and annual progress reports.

    Job Specifications

    ● Advanced degree Social Work or any Social Sciences with similar qualifications.

    ● At least five years’ experience working on a large project and experience with USAID funded programs/projects necessary.

    ● Demonstrated ability in designing, coordinating and implementing OVC/Youth HIV
    programs and PEPFAR supported activities within an integrated referral network and case management system.

    ● Proven experience in the design, implementation, and management of case
    management programs in Uganda.

    ● Experience with implementing OVC interventions and programing, case management direct service to OVC households and knowledge of HIV/AIDS service delivery among positive caregivers and children.

    ● Ability to work with multi-sectoral agencies, such as community social services, schools, health facilities, and OVC service providers, preferably including experience in leading coordination efforts.

    ● Knowledge of capacity building initiatives, including mentorship, and coaching of the case management workforce.

    ● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

    ● Ability to work independently, take initiatives and leadership

    ● Proven ability to develop and maintain partnerships with government stakeholders.

    ● Experience managing teams and building partnerships in complex situations

    ● Proven leadership qualities, depth and breadth of technical expertise and experience, and strong interpersonal skills.

    ● Ability to represent the organization at different levels.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; World Education Inc. Bantwana Initiative Case Management Advisor Jobs in Uganda

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