• Partnership and Contribution Management • Manage contributions and partnerships in health, SRHR, and GBV, including project appraisals, risk analysis, follow-up, and partner dialogue. • Coordinate Sweden’s support for increased access to basic health and SRHR. • Ensure compliance with internal governance and control requirements. • Representation, Coordination, and Normative Dialogue • Lead dialogue with partners and key stakeholders. • Represent Sweden in development partner coordination groups, such as the Health Development Partner Group (HDP) and SRHR working group, potentially as chair/co-chair. • Contribute to the Embassy’s normative dialogue. • Strategic Planning and Analysis • Support method development to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and results of Swedish development cooperation. • Stay informed about developments and trends in SRHR, public health, and gender equality. • Communication and Reporting • Monitor and report on health and SRHR trends in Uganda and the region. • Support the Embassy’s communication and public diplomacy efforts related to health, SRHR, and gender. • Contribute to communication materials, including social media content and Embassy events.

• Educational Background • Relevant academic degree in public health, gender studies, development studies, social sciences, or a related field. • Professional Experience • Minimum five years of demonstrated professional experience in health and SRHR, including maternal health, family planning, adolescent health, and rights-based approaches. • Experience working for or in close cooperation with a bilateral donor, international NGO, or multilateral organization. • Skills and Competencies • Strong project management skills, including appraisal, budgeting, risk assessment, and monitoring. • Experience with strategic communication, including producing content for public diplomacy, advocacy, or social media. • Excellent written and spoken English. • High degree of independence, initiative, and sound judgment. • Ability to manage a high, fluctuating workload under pressure with strong organizational skills and prioritization. • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills. • Intercultural competence, diplomacy, and political sensitivity. • Terms of Employment • Permanent position with a six-month probationary period. • Preferred start date: 11th August 2025. • Individual salary to be discussed with final candidates. • Terms and conditions for locally employed staff apply.

Submit your application in English, including a CV and cover letter, to vacancy.kampala@gov.se by 6th June 2025. Use the email subject: “National Program Officer Health & SRHR-VACANCY”. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Contact Information For more details, contact Adam Kahsai Rudebeck, Head of the Development Cooperation Section, at +256 417 700 800 or adam.kahsai.rudebeck@gov.se