Principal Nursing Officer (Midwifery)

Reference: HRM 72/173/36 - Kawempe RH

Reports to: Senior Executive Consultant

Qualifications: i. BSc. Midwifery Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institution. ii. Post-graduate qualification (Diploma or Master’s Degree) in Administration or Management or Health Services Management from a recognized Institution or University. Experience: At least six (6) years’ experience three (3) of which should be at the level of Senior

Nursing Officer (Midwifery) in Government. Other

Demonstrable good leadership qualities and integrity. Duties and

Responsibilitie

s: i) Plan, organize and coordinate nursing services.

j) Supervise the provision of quality nursing services. k) Provide professional guidance and support supervision. l) Plan and implement quality assurance programmes. m) Enforce ethical professional conduct and manage performance of nursing staff. Page 49 of 62

n) Conduct and utilize evidence-based research to improve nursing practice. o) Mentor, train and coach nursing staff and interns p) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.