MDR-TB Coordinator
Ministry of Health
Uganda
Full time
Others
Posted: Jun 08, 2026
3 months ago
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Job Description
Ministry of Health – Global Fund Program (Uganda)
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has received funding from the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) and to strengthen resilient health systems for responding to current and emerging public health threats.
Accordingly, the Ministry of Health invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandan candidates to fill positions under the Global Fund Program.
Detailed job descriptions can be accessed at: https://www.health.go.ug
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Job Title: MDR-TB Coordinator
Number of Positions: One (1)
Reports to: Assistant Commissioner, Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control
Engagement Terms: 2-year renewable contract
Reports to: Assistant Commissioner, Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control
Engagement Terms: 2-year renewable contract
Job Purpose
The MDR-TB Coordinator will provide technical leadership and coordination in planning and implementation of Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) activities across all levels of the health system.
The role ensures effective supervision of health workers involved in MDR-TB surveillance, capacity building of TB health teams and implementing partners, and strengthening community mobilization and sensitization for MDR-TB prevention and patient management.
The Coordinator will also support Programmatic Management of Drug-resistant TB (PMDT), organize Technical Working Group (TWG) meetings, review national guidelines, and lead surveillance, operational research, and strategy development for MDR-TB control.
Person/Job Specifications
A. Qualifications
Applicants should be Ugandans holding:
- MBChB Degree or its equivalent from a recognized university or institution
- Postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Health, Health Services Management, or any medical specialization
- Certificate in TB management is an added advantage
B. Experience
- At least six (6) years of relevant experience, with at least three (3) years at Senior Medical Officer level or equivalent
- Proven experience in DR-TB units, treatment, care, and program management within public health or NGO settings
- Current registration with relevant professional bodies
Application Procedure
All applications must be addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Health
P.O. Box 7272
Plot 6, Lourdel Road, Wandegeya, Kampala
Ministry of Health
P.O. Box 7272
Plot 6, Lourdel Road, Wandegeya, Kampala
Applications must be hand-delivered to the Ministry of Health Headquarters Security Registry, Room A.102, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on working days.
Deadline: Monday, 22nd June 2026
Required Documents
Applicants must attach:
- Application letter (with job title clearly indicated)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Detailed CV with three referees
- Copies of academic certificates
- Employment history evidence (appointment letters/contracts)
- Copy of National ID
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants must present originals of all documents during interviews.
Diana Atwine
Permanent Secretary
Permanent Secretary
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Job Overview
- Job Type: Full time
- Experience Level: Intermediate
- Education Level: Bachelors
- Vacancies: 1
- Category: Others
- Location: Uganda
- Application: External Website
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