JOB DETAILS:

Salary Scale: U5
Department: Health
Reference No.: KDSC/10/2025

Job Summary:
The Child Care Technician will provide direct care and support to children in health care facilities or community outreach programs. This includes monitoring children's health, assisting with medical treatments, providing nutritional advice, and supporting public health education efforts. The technician will also help in administering immunizations and ensuring the general well-being of children.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide care for children in health centers or community settings.
• Assist in administering medical treatments and vaccines to children.
• Monitor the growth and development of children, and record any concerns.
• Educate parents and caregivers on child health, nutrition, and hygiene.
• Support public health campaigns and child welfare initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience:
• A Diploma in Child Care or Pediatric Health.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children in a health-related field.
• Knowledge of child health and development.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with families and children.

Karenga District Local Government
Office of the Secretary District Service Commission

P.O. Box 102, Kitgum – Uganda, Tel: +256 772 718541,
1. Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the vacant posts that exist in Karenga District Local Government.
2. Applications should be submitted in triplicate using PSC Form 3 (Revised 2008) and should be addressed to the SECRETARY DISTRICT SERVICE COMMISSION, P.O. Box 102, Kitgum.
3. The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 16th January 2025 at 5:00 pm.
4. Application forms can be obtained from the District Service Commission offices Countywide and at Public Service Commission (PSC) offices, or can be downloaded from Public Service Commission Website ( www.publicservice.go.ug ).
5. Applicants should attach 3 copies of their Certified Certificates, Pass slips, academic transcripts, passport size photographs, and other relevant documents. Applicants should also indicate their telephone numbers and contact details, and should write their applications through the respective heads of departments.

NOTE:
For Job Description and Person Specification, please contact Public Service Commission Website ( www.publicservice.go.ug ).
Important Notice:
The Secretary District Service Commission DOES NOT SELL JOBS. Anyone who demands any bribe from a job applicant should be reported to the appropriate government authority like the RDC, DPC. Karenga has zero tolerance to corruption.
Secretary District Service Commission
Karenga District Local Government