Nutritionist (Dietician)

About the Uganda Heart Institute (UHI)

The Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) is established by the Uganda Heart Institute Act CAP 258 as an Autonomous Government Entity to undertake and coordinate the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease in Uganda. Established in 1988, UHI is the sole National Referral Facility for heart diseases in Uganda, providing comprehensive preventive, promotive, and clinical cardiovascular services, as well as conducting cutting-edge research and training in cardiovascular science. UHI is guided by a dedicated Board of 9 Directors and is currently establishing 16 Regional Heart Centers to expand specialised cardiac care across the nation. Our Vision is to be a global centre of excellence in cardiovascular services.

Job Details

• Position: Nutritionist (Dietician)
• Salary Scale: UHI 4 MED-2
• Number of Posts: One (1)
• Reports to: Senior Clinical Nutritionist
• Duty Station: Mulago – Kampala
• Job Purpose: To provide Nutrition services and guidance to patients and the Institute.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' nutritional needs in relation to their medical conditions, their nutrient requirements while relating it with their medication.
• Sensitize patients and clients especially in the Out Patient Department (OPD) in the area of Nutrition and CVDs (Prevention and Management).
• Discuss the nutrition and eating habits with the patients admitted that may be helpful in their treatment and management.
• Adjust dietary plans as required depending on the prognosis and as per the clinician recommendations while working with the Senior Clinical Nutritionist.
• Discuss and consult with the Principal Clinical Nutritionist and Senior Clinical Nutritionist on how to best manage a patient nutritionally.
• Screen and assess patients for nutritional risks and needs (anthropometry, Clinical, Dietary, and Biomedical assessment).
• Attend to consultations from outpatients regarding their cardiac nutrition requirements in liaison with the Senior Clinical Nutritionist.
• Conduct outreaches wherever scheduled and called upon to sensitize the public about using nutrition to prevent CVDs.
• Perform any other duties as may be required by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, or Human Nutrition, or Dietetics, or Clinical Nutrition, or Food Science and Nutrition, or Nutritional Sciences from a recognized University/College/Institute.
• OR a Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology or Food Processing Technology.
• One (1) year of experience working in a hospital setting or any other health care provider.

Application Procedure

• Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.
• Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under-listed positions.
• Eligible persons should address their applications including a cover letter, copies of their academic/professional certificates and transcripts, certificates of registration and valid practicing licenses where applicable, curriculum vitae (CV), O Level Certificates, A level certificates (where applicable), copy of the National Identity Card and evidence of work experience where required, to the Executive Director, Uganda Heart Institute, P.O. Box 37392, Kampala.
• Applications can also be hand delivered to Uganda Heart Institute Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala.
• Online applications should be sent on the UHI official recruitment mail: erecruitment@uhi.go.ug.
• Applications which will be submitted or mailed without complete attachments or any applications which will be sent on any other mail addresses other than one mentioned above, will not be accepted.
• Applications both physical and online must be received not later than 5:00 pm on 11th November 2026.
• This job advertisement can also be downloaded from the UHI website: www.uhi.go.ug.

Summary

• Job Category: Healthcare
• Job Type: Full-time
• Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
• Duty Station: Mulago – Kampala
• Date Posted: Monday, October 12, 2026
• No of Positions: 1
• Application Link: Apply Now