About The Job

Apply by :

April 15, 2026

Know By

June 1, 2026

Depart On

November 5, 2026

Duration

2 years, plus 3 months training

ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Project description

If you’re looking to start a rewarding career in public health, Ugandan communities have a space for you.

The Uganda Bureau of Statistics reported in 2024 that 75% of the country’s disease burden was preventable. Factors that contribute to ongoing challenges for maternal and child health, include limited access to preventative health services, low community awareness of healthy behaviors, a prioritization of care and treatment over prevention, insufficient staffing of local health facilities, low capacity for using health data systems, and high HIV stigma. The Ministry of Health is committed to strengthening both the country’s health education and overall awareness of available support and care.

As a Community Health Promoter, you will mobilize the community to prevent disease and adopt healthy behaviors. In collaboration with community leaders, you create sustainable health programs that promote maternal and child health, improve sexual and reproductive health, and strengthen the capacity of community health workers.

Required Skills

Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in the health sector and one or more of the following criteria:

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field

OR

5 years' professional work experience