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AWE-Change Project Positions: Manager, Clinical Officer, Study Nurse & EEG Technician

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The Parking lot and gardens, School of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University Mulago Campus, Kampala Uganda

Epilepsy is a common, chronic, non-communicable disease of the brain which can affect any individual irrespective of age, race, sexual, social or geographical boundaries, and contributes approximately 0.5% to the total global burden of disease. The majority of affected individuals (>80%) live in low resource settings such as is found in Uganda, with the poor most at risk in view of their high exposure to other co-existing conditions associated with epilepsy, as well as limitations in accessing appropriate care. The AWE-Change project is an NIH funded initiative set up by the collaboration of researchers from Makerere University, School of Medicine in Uganda and Duke University, School of Medicine in USA to study various aspects of epilepsy in Uganda. The series of studies will clinically characterize epilepsy, and its psychiatric comorbidities and functional impacts, among children and adult cases; describe the magnitude, drivers, and the impact of epilepsy-related stigma on adolescents; and evaluate the impact of a community-based engagement program to reduce stigma among adolescents with epilepsy in Uganda.

The AWE-Change project seeks to employ the following personnel to work on the project and in the respective study clinics to be set up in various districts all over Uganda.

  1. Position:Project Coordinator/Manager. (1 Post)

Qualifications and abilities:

  1. Diploma or degree holder in a social science or health related field. (A Master’s degree will be an added advantage)
  2. Previous experience in the co-ordination of research studies, and some basic understanding of the scientific and ethical aspects of research studies.
  3. Ability to prioritize to appropriate deadlines.
  4. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  5. Computer literacy and experience with MS Office packages.
  6. Professional registration with an accredited organization.
  7. Flexibility to travel and reside in various districts all over Uganda over a two-year period.
  8. Expected to live in a nearby location next to the respective study clinics set up in various districts all over Uganda
  9. Fluency in three or more local languages will be an added advantage.
  10. Prior research experience in epilepsy or a related field will be an added advantage
  1. Position:Clinical Officer (2 Posts)

Qualifications and abilities:

  1. Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health or Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry.
  2. A minimum of 2 year’s work experience in a clinical setting.
  3. Registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.
  4. Previous training in epilepsy care or management is an added advantage.
  5. Good demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills.
  6. Prior research experience in epilepsy or a related field will be an added advantage.
  7. Fluency in three or more local languages will be an added advantage.
  8. Flexibility to travel and reside in various districts all over Uganda over a two-year period.
  9. Expected to live in a nearby location next to the respective study clinics set up in various districts all over Uganda.
  1. Position: Study Nurse (2 Posts)

Qualifications and abilities:

  1. A certified registered nurse however one with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing will be an added advantage.
  2. Registration with the Nurses and Practices Council.
  3. Minimum of 2 years work experience in a hospital or research setting
  4. Certified Good Clinical Practice training is a MUST
  5. Knowledge and experience in management of cases with epilepsy is an added advantage
  6. Good interpersonal skills.
  7. Fluency in three or more local languages will be an added advantage.
  8. Flexibility to travel and reside in various districts all over Uganda over a two-year period.
  9. Expected to live in a nearby location next to the respective study clinics set up in various districts all over Uganda.

4. Position:EEG technicians (2 Posts)

Qualifications and abilities:

  1. A diploma or high school education with evidence of on-the-job training in EEG, however one with a certificate or associate degree in EEG will be an added advantage.
  2. Minimum of 1 years work experience in a hospital or research setting.
  3. Knowledge in reading and distinguishing particular kinds of brainwave patterns.
  4. Experience in preparing, operating and maintaining electroencephalograph machines.
  5. Good interpersonal skills.
  6. Fluency in three or more local languages will be an added advantage.
  7. Flexibility to travel and reside in various districts all over Uganda over a two-year period.
  8. Expected to live in a nearby location next to the respective study clinics set up in various districts all over Uganda.

Duty Station:

Respective study clinics set up in various districts all over Uganda.

Applications should be e-mailed to:  awechangeproject@gmail.com

Closing date for sending applications: 18th March 2022

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. If you do not hear from us two weeks after the deadline of this advert, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Please see detailed advert below.

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Announcement: 2026 Intake – Certificate in Applied Health Systems Research

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Announcement: 2026 Intake – Certificate in Applied Health Systems Research. Photo: Nano Banana 2

Makerere University School of Public Health invites applications for the 2026 intake of the Certificate in Applied Health Systems Research, a short, intensive virtual programme designed for professionals working at the intersection of research, policy, and health system practice.

Why this course matters

Health system challenges are rarely linear. They are shaped by institutional complexity, political realities, and competing stakeholder interests. In many cases, the issue is not the absence of evidence, but the difficulty of producing research that is relevant, timely, and usable within real decision-making environments. This course is designed to address that gap, equipping participants to generate and apply evidence that responds to actual system constraints.

Apply via: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SjPWK37nZGuLb25S2X6d9NPtME2AKlEW_kJjCimivhY/viewform?ts=6821a62d&edit_requested=true

What you will gain

Participants will develop the ability to:

  • frame research problems grounded in real system conditions
  • analyse complex interactions within health systems
  • design policy-relevant and methodologically sound studies
  • translate findings into actionable insights for decision-making

Course format and key details

The programme runs virtually from 6th to 17th July 2026 (2:00–5:45 PM EAT) and combines interactive sessions, applied learning, and expert-led discussions across:

  • systems thinking and problem framing
  • research design and mixed methods
  • evidence use in policy and practice

For full course details:https://sph.mak.ac.ug/program-post/certificate-in-health-systems-research/

Who should apply

This course is suited for:

  • Researchers and graduate students
  • Policy analysts and programme managers
  • Health practitioners involved in planning, implementation, or evaluation

Fees

  • Ugandan participants: UGX 740,000
  • International participants: USD 250

Application Deadline: 14 June 2026

Please find the course details below:

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WHO Report Highlights Global Drowning Burden as MakSPH Contributes to Evidence and Action

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Demonstration of emergency medical procedures performed by the Uganda Red Cross Society at the first-ever National Water Safety Swimming Gala organised by the Ministry of Water and Environment at Greenhill Academy in Kibuli on March 21, 2026. Photo: Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Makerere University School of Public Health, through its Centre for the Prevention of Trauma, Injury and Disability, contributed to the Global Status Report on Drowning Prevention 2024, the first comprehensive global assessment of drowning burden, risk factors, and country-level responses.

Published by the World Health Organisation, the report estimates that approximately 300,000 people died from drowning in 2021, with the highest burden in low- and middle-income countries, which account for 92% of deaths. The African Region records the highest mortality rate, underscoring the urgency of targeted interventions. Children and young people remain the most affected, with drowning ranking among the leading causes of death for those under 15 years.

While global drowning rates have declined by 38% since 2000, progress remains uneven and insufficient to meet broader development targets. The report highlights critical gaps in national responses, including limited multisectoral coordination, weak policy and legislative frameworks, and inadequate integration of key preventive measures such as swimming and water safety education.

It further identifies persistent data limitations, with many countries lacking detailed information on where and how drowning occurs, constraining the design of targeted interventions. At the same time, the report notes progress in selected areas, including early warning systems and community-based disaster risk management.

MakSPH’s contribution to this global evidence base reflects its role in advancing research, strengthening data systems, and supporting context-specific approaches to injury prevention. Through its Centre, the School continues to inform policy and practice, contributing to efforts to reduce drowning risks and improve population health outcomes in Uganda and similar settings.

The full report can be accessed below:

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MakSPH Contributes to Global Strategy to Reduce Drowning Deaths

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Illustrative photo of a man splashing in a water body. Photo: MakSPH

Makerere University School of Public Health, through its Center for the Prevention of Trauma, Injury and Disability, contributed to the Global Strategy for Drowning Prevention (2025–2035): Turning the Tide on a Leading Killer, a landmark framework guiding coordinated global action to reduce drowning.

Developed through the Global Alliance for Drowning Prevention, a multi-agency platform hosted by the World Health Organization, the strategy identifies drowning as a leading yet preventable cause of death, responsible for over 300,000 deaths annually. The burden falls disproportionately on low- and middle-income countries, particularly among children and young people.

The strategy sets a global target of reducing drowning deaths by 35% by 2035 and outlines six strategic pillars, including governance, multisectoral coordination, data systems, advocacy, financing, and research. It also prioritises ten evidence-based interventions such as strengthening supervision, improving water safety and swimming skills, enhancing rescue capacity, and enforcing safety regulations.

MakSPH’s inclusion in the Global Alliance for Drowning Prevention reflects its contribution to advancing research, policy engagement, and capacity strengthening in injury prevention. Through its Centre, the School supports the generation and application of context-specific evidence, positioning itself as a key contributor to global efforts to reduce drowning and strengthen community resilience.

The full document can be accessed below:

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