Scope of Work
IDI seeks a creative, hands-on Communications Officer to lead visual storytelling for the organisation. This role sits at the intersection of graphic design, video production and digital communications. You'll turn complex research and health data into polished, on-brand content, infographics, videos, social media assets and donor-facing materials. You'll manage IDI's digital platforms and strengthen the systems that capture, organise and share our work. The ideal candidate pairs design skills with a storytelling instinct, making science accessible to researchers, partners, policymakers, and the public alike.
Detailed Responsibilities
Graphic Design (35%)
Create visually appealing materials, such as infographics, brochures, posters, reports, newsletters and presentations communicating IDI's research, programmes and initiatives.
Develop digital assets for the website, social media and email campaigns, consistent with brand guidelines.
Translate complex scientific data into accessible visualisations and illustrations for non-expert audiences.
Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards (WCAG) and are optimised for print and digital platforms.
Video & Photography Production (30%)
Script, shoot and edit video content, including educational visuals, and promotional pieces to raise awareness and engage relevant audiences.
Collaborate with subject matter experts, including coordinating external vendors or freelancers as necessary, to ensure scientific accuracy.
Web & Social Media Management (20%)
Maintain and update the IDI website, ensuring content is current, accurate and accessible.
Grow and manage social media accounts (LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) through consistent, data-led content.
Maintain a well-organised media bank for storage, retrieval and repurposing of communications assets.
Brand, Events & Capacity Building (15%)
Maintain IDI's visual brand identity across all platforms and documents, including donor branding requirements.
Provide communications support for events, launches, workshops and field visits.
Build staff capacity through storytelling, photography and videography training.
Support emergency communications by promptly packaging and sharing time-sensitive content.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia arts, visual communication, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years' professional experience in graphic design and video production, preferably within a healthcare, scientific or non-profit environment.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects) and other relevant tools, including Canva.
A robust portfolio demonstrating expertise in graphic design, data visualisation, photography and video production.
Proven ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging visuals for diverse audiences.
Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG) and best practices for print and digital media.
Excellent project and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working across functions.
Experience with donor-funded programmes and knowledge of public health or infectious disease topics is advantageous.
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Scope of Work
IDI seeks a creative, hands-on Communications Officer to lead visual storytelling for the organisation. This role sits at the intersection of graphic design, video production and digital communications. You'll turn complex research and health data into polished, on-brand content, infographics, videos, social media assets and donor-facing materials. You'll manage IDI's digital platforms and strengthen the systems that capture, organise and share our work. The ideal candidate pairs design skills with a storytelling instinct, making science accessible to researchers, partners, policymakers, and the public alike.
The Graduate Trainee will generally be responsible for supporting the internal audit function, assisting the Internal Auditors, Senior Internal Auditors, and the Manager in conducting internal audits of IDI projects and sub-grantees, performing risk assessments, and undertaking any other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Supervisor.
The Graduate Trainee will generally be responsible for supporting the internal audit function, assisting the Internal Auditors, Senior Internal Auditors, and the Manager in conducting internal audits of IDI projects and sub-grantees, performing risk assessments, and undertaking any other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Supervisor.
The post holder will be required to provide nursing care to patients attending IDC, provide health education and advise to patients and their family members, provide translation whenever necessary, guide in clinical practice and duties of other nurses. Participate in clinical research studies.
Background:
The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University has been awarded a grant from the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) to carry out a large-scale trial of secondary TB preventive therapy. The Recurrent TB Screening and Prevention Study (RECENT TB study) is a randomized controlled trial which will be carried out in Uganda and South Africa from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2030. The study will examine the effectiveness of secondary TPT for preventing recurrent TB while also evaluating the implementation considerations for the successful implementation of secondary TPT in public health settings and the potential of biomarkers to identify patients at the highest risk of recurrence.
To support the successful implementation of this trial, IDI is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a study coordinator while simultaneously pursuing a PhD. This dual role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge clinical research while developing advanced research skills at the doctoral level.
Job Purpose:
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of the trial. S/he will work closely with the Scientific Lead and the broader study team to ensure high-quality, protocol-compliant study implementation. Concurrently, s/he will be enrolled in a doctoral program, using the trial data and research experience to develop and complete a PhD thesis within the contract period.
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – MASTER’S SCHOLAR FOR THE PERIOD 2026/2027
The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) in collaboration with the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Busitema University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for ONE opportunity for a master’s in the field of Pharmacology. The program is targeting young health scientists interested in solidifying their research scientific skills with focus on Quantitative Pharmacology and Physiologically Based Pharmacokinetic (PBPK) modelling.
In the period 2026-2027 we seek to support a master’s student during their dissertation year as part of the Maternal and Infant Lactation pharmacokinetic (MILK) – Physiologically Based Pharmacokinetic (PBPK) i.e. MILK-PBPK Modelling program at the IDI supported by the Gates Foundation, which will provide hands-on research training, and high-level mentoring to a young scientist in the area of PBPK. We will consider a highly motivated individual, able to undertake research with minimal supervision and with excellent written and oral communication skills
During this one-year period, the scholar is expected to develop and implement the master thesis work within the MILK PBPK program with a focus of leveraging the PBPK methodology to address a clinically-relevant research question. The scholarship will be embedded within the MILK-PBPK program at the IDI (PI: Prof. Catriona Waitt).
Supervision: the scholar will be jointly supervised by a faculty member from Busitema University and an expert in PBPK from the MILK PBPK program
Reporting: progress of activities will be reported to the core supervision team as indicated above
The scholarship will cover:
• Research costs associated with the duration of the program
• Tuition fees for the second year of studies (The scholar should provide proof of completion of fees for the first year of studies)
• A monthly stipend.
• Scholars affiliated with this program will have the opportunity to participate in various short structured courses and skills building organized by the IDI.
| Budget Item | Estimated Cost (USD) |
| Student research stipend (12 months) | 6000 |
| Research year Tuition and functional fees (12 months) | 3000 |
| Software License | 1000 |
| Dissemination (Publications, conferences) | 3000 |
| Total | 13000 |
| Timeline (12 months) | |
| Phase | Duration |
| Proposal development and preliminary software engagement | 1-2 months |
| Data analysis and model development | 5-7 months |
| Report writing and dissemination | 3 months |
Key deliverables at the end of the scholarship period will be:
a) Submission of the master thesis for final viva voce examination
b) Submission of a manuscript
The application should comprise:
a) a letter of application stating the motivations to pursue a research career and future aspirations. Include your mobile phone number and email address
b) A 2-page summary of how PBPK can be useful to predict clinically-relevant drug exposure
c) CV (max 2 pages) including publications if available d) 2 letters of reference e) copies of their academic transcripts