Examinations Officer Job – Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB)

Job Title:    Examinations Officer – Clinical Medicine and Community Health

Organisation: Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Senior Examinations Officer

 

About US:

The Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB) was established by the BTVET Act 2008 to streamline, regulate and coordinate examinations and awards in the Allied Health Profession in Uganda. It is composed of thirteen (13) members drawn from the constituencies involved in Health Training, Stake Holders and Professionals.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in setting test items, invigilation of examinations, marking and compilation of examination reports.
• Preparation of examination materials i.e. examination cards, examination answer booklets and letters of invitation to stakeholders who participate in the examinations.
• Analyze the results of examinations, compiles and disseminate reports.
• Participate in registration of students.
• Assist in supervising of examiners, moderators, markers and invigilators to ensure timely execution of their respective services.
• Maintain students’ records/database.
• Assist in designing and reviewing the examinations syllabuses and curriculum. viii. Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

 

Key Outputs:

• Test items set, examinations well invigilated and reports compiled.
• Examination materials well prepared
• Examination results analyzed, compiled and reports disseminated.
• Students registered
• Examiners, moderators and Invigilators supervised.
• Students’ records/ database well maintained
• Curriculum reviewed and harmonized.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Education and Diploma in Clinical Medicine from a recognized awarding Institution. Master’s Degree in a health-related discipline is an added advantage.
• At least three years working experience a tutor or Clinical Instructor in the same field in a public or private organization.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Age: between 35 – 45 years

 

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their applications addressed to: The Executive Secretary, Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB),  P.O. Box 22733 Kampala and hand delivered to the UAHEB Offices at Plot 920 East African Road Kisosonkole Zone Upper Estate parish Kyambogo, Uganda

 

UAHEB respects equal opportunities and would like to encourage women to apply.

Strictly observe the following:

• Applications must bear the title of the post applied for as well as the reference number.
• PHOTOSTAT copies of academic certificates and transcripts fully certified by the awarding institution must be attached to the applications.
• A current Annual practicing license (2021/2022) for the Examination Officer positions.
• A valid driving permit for the position of a Driver.
• Photocopy of your National ID.
• Day time telephone contact numbers/E-mail address should be clearly indicated

 

Deadline: 4^th August 2022