The America First Global Health Strategy – Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (AFGHS-MJAP) is a U.S. Department of State–funded Fixed Amount Award implemented by the Makerere University Joint AIDS Program. The project sustains integrated HIV, tuberculosis (TB), malaria, epidemic preparedness, and maternal, newborn and child health services. It does this by strengthening facility and community service delivery, health information, supply chain and laboratory systems, and outbreak readiness. Working closely with District Health Teams, local governments and supported health facilities, AFGHS-MJAP uses a district-led approach to build local capacity and accelerate a sustainable transition to government-owned, resilient national health systems.

MJAP invites competent, passionate, and committed individuals to apply for the position of Locum Nurse (to be hired on rolling basis).

Job summary:

To provide quality patient care through assessment, treatment, monitoring and management of patients in line with MJAP records policy

Roles and responsibilities

1. Receive patients and their files, assess, take patients vital signs (blood pressure, weight, respiratory rate, heart rate and temperature) and organize them for investigations, forward them to clinicians and counselors according to urgency and need of the patient in line with the program guidelines and procedures

2. Review patients’ prescriptions, explain the procedure and possible side effects and administer the drug(s) in line with program guidelines and procedures.

3. Conduct both initial and ongoing counseling, attend to clinical nurse’s only visits (clerking, examination and prescription of drugs) to stable patients in line with program guidelines and procedures

4. Assess, prepare and conduct health education talks to patients and implement infection control practices in the clinic in line with program guidelines and procedures.

5. Give reproductive health services including family planning and cervical cancer screening services to clients in line with program guidelines and procedures

6. Assess, maintain and organize the clinic stock (drugs, equipment and sundries) in line with program guidelines and procedures.

7. Provide continuous job guidance to Nursing Assistants and expert clients in controlling clinic flow and performing general health education talks in line with program guidelines and procedures

Qualifications and job requirements

• Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution
• Three (3) years’ experience working in a busy HIV clinic setting
• The applicant must have registration with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council
• Highly self-motivated, able to work under minimum supervision
• Ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously
• Good training, facilitation, coaching and mentorship skill

Financial, Anti- Fraud, Safeguarding and Risk Management Clause:

MJAP enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy against fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment in all program areas. All employees must uphold high ethical standards and ensure transparency and fairness, in line with MJAP Human Resource policies. In your role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the organization’s financial integrity and supporting effective safeguarding and risk management practices. Key responsibilities include.

• Financial Accountability: Uphold MJAP’s commitment to financial integrity by effectively managing resources and accurate reporting of expenditures. Ensure responsible and transparent resource management in compliance with organizational standards and donor requirements and take ownership of any discrepancies that arise.
• Safeguarding: Uphold the organization’s dedication to protecting vulnerable populations, including beneficiaries, staff, and volunteers. This includes identifying, reporting, and addressing safeguarding issues per established policies. Your role is essential in fostering a safe and supportive environment for everyone involved in our programs.
• Risk Management: Actively identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to program implementation and operations. Collaborate with teams to create and maintain risk management plans in line with organizational policies. Regularly review and update practices to address new challenges or changes in the operational environment.

MJAP is dedicated to inclusion and diversity, evaluating all job applicants solely based on merit, regardless of race, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, marital status, or disability. As an equal opportunity employer, MJAP does not charge applicants at any stage and is not responsible for losses from fraudulent recruitment activities.

• Receive patients and their files, assess, take patients vital signs (blood pressure, weight, respiratory rate, heart rate and temperature) and organize them for investigations, forward them to clinicians and counselors according to urgency and need of the patient in line with the program guidelines and procedures
• Review patients’ prescriptions, explain the procedure and possible side effects and administer the drug(s) in line with program guidelines and procedures.
• Conduct both initial and ongoing counseling, attend to clinical nurse’s only visits (clerking, examination and prescription of drugs) to stable patients in line with program guidelines and procedures
• Assess, prepare and conduct health education talks to patients and implement infection control practices in the clinic in line with program guidelines and procedures.
• Give reproductive health services including family planning and cervical cancer screening services to clients in line with program guidelines and procedures
• Assess, maintain and organize the clinic stock (drugs, equipment and sundries) in line with program guidelines and procedures.
• Provide continuous job guidance to Nursing Assistants and expert clients in controlling clinic flow and performing general health education talks in line with program guidelines and procedures

• Highly self-motivated
• able to work under minimum supervision
• Ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously
• Good training, facilitation, coaching and mentorship skill

• Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution
• Three (3) years’ experience working in a busy HIV clinic setting
• The applicant must have registration with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council