Job description

The Biomedical Engineer is responsible for ensuring proper installation, maintenance and functionality of medical equipment supplied by Adara to health facilities. The Biomedical Engineer will play a pivotal role in strengthening the capacity of AdaraNewborn health facilities to effectively manage and sustain critical neonatal and maternal care equipment. This position is focused on building facility-level expertise through hands-on training, mentorship, and continuous professional development for biomedical technicians, clinicians, and equipment users. By developing practical tools, delivering structured training programs, and fostering a culture of preventive maintenance and proper equipment utilization, the Biomedical Engineer will ensure that life-saving technologies are used safely, efficiently, and sustainably to improve outcomes for mothers and babies.

Job requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in medical equipment installation and maintenance.
• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or related field.
• Strong technical knowledge of biomedical equipment used in neonatal and maternal care settings. Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and maintaining biomedical devices.
• Familiarity with Uganda’s healthcare regulations and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and training skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work under pressure in clinical settings.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical content into clear, accessible messages.
• Strong understanding of Uganda’s health system and national MNCH priorities.
• Experience engaging with government, development partners, or academic collaborators.
• Proficiency in computer-based tools for record keeping and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital content tools.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work across disciplines and geographies.
• Passion for health equity and social justice, with a commitment to Adara’s mission and values.
• Be willing to undergo police check, as you may be working with children when on project sites.

Job responsibilities

1. Training and Capacity Building
   • Train clinicians and health facility staff in AdaraNewborn partner facilities on the proper use and care of medical equipment through demonstrations, quick-start guides, and videos.
   • Train, mentor and support biomedical technicians and apprentices at partner facilities to build local capacity for equipment management and sustainability.
2. Equipment Management and Maintenance
   • Implement and oversee biomedical maintenance programs at AdaraNewborn partner facilities, ensuring preventive maintenance schedules are completed on time and according to manufacturer guidelines.
   • Conduct regular site visits to assess equipment functionality and identify gaps; provide recommendations for improvement.
   • Oversee installation, calibration, maintenance and timely repair of medical equipment (e.g., Radiant warmers, oxygen concentrators, monitors etc) to support clinical operations.
   • Maintain accurate records of equipment inventory, service schedules, and compliance reports.
   • Ensure adherence to hospital policies, Ministry of Health guidelines, and international standards (ISO, WHO).
   • Collaborate with clinical and procurement teams to evaluate and recommend suitable medical technologies for the health facilities by preparing specifications for equipment, spares, and consumables, and maintain a preferred supplier list.
3. Systems Strengthening and Knowledge Sharing
   • Contribute to the development of training materials and digital resources for clinicians and technicians, including developing and updating standard operating procedures for equipment use, maintenance, and disposal.
   • Work collaboratively with district and regional health authorities to strengthen biomedical systems and capacity.

Job benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to life-saving maternal and newborn health programs
• Meaningful work in a mission-driven, values-based organisation
• Hands-on professional development through training, mentoring, and field experience
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to national and district health systems and partners
• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and local market conditions
• Contracted role with opportunities to build specialised technical expertise

• Train clinicians and health facility staff in AdaraNewborn partner facilities on the proper use and care of medical equipment through demonstrations, quick-start guides, and videos.
• Train, mentor and support biomedical technicians and apprentices at partner facilities to build local capacity for equipment management and sustainability.
• Implement and oversee biomedical maintenance programs at AdaraNewborn partner facilities, ensuring preventive maintenance schedules are completed on time and according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess equipment functionality and identify gaps; provide recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee installation, calibration, maintenance and timely repair of medical equipment (e.g., Radiant warmers, oxygen concentrators, monitors etc) to support clinical operations.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment inventory, service schedules, and compliance reports.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies, Ministry of Health guidelines, and international standards (ISO, WHO).
• Collaborate with clinical and procurement teams to evaluate and recommend suitable medical technologies for the health facilities by preparing specifications for equipment, spares, and consumables, and maintain a preferred supplier list.
• Contribute to the development of training materials and digital resources for clinicians and technicians, including developing and updating standard operating procedures for equipment use, maintenance, and disposal.
• Work collaboratively with district and regional health authorities to strengthen biomedical systems and capacity.

• Strong technical knowledge of biomedical equipment used in neonatal and maternal care settings.
• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and maintaining biomedical devices.
• Excellent communication and training skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work under pressure in clinical settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical content into clear, accessible messages.
• Strong understanding of Uganda’s health system and national MNCH priorities.
• Experience engaging with government, development partners, or academic collaborators.
• Proficiency in computer-based tools for record keeping and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital content tools.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work across disciplines and geographies.

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in medical equipment installation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with Uganda’s healthcare regulations and safety standards.