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Office of the Director Human Resources

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17 years ago

November 4, 2009

The Director, Mr. Sebastian M. Ngobi oversees the Directorate of Human Resources and initiates, develops and implements Human Resource systems and processes in line with the Human Resources policy and consistent with the University Strategic plan. The Director also develops the Annual Development Budget and monitors the Utilisation of The Directorate resources in line with the financial regulations.

The Directorate of Human Resources consists of divisions namely;

Records and Information Division
The Division is headed by a Manager and is in charge of developing, managing, updating and controlling the Human Resources Information System (HURIS) of the University in line with the Human Resources Policy as well as initiating, developing updating and implementing policies on the various Benefits Schemes in the University in line with the Human Resources Policy.

Performance and Appraisal Division
The Division is in charge of initiating, developing, implementing and updating performance management and control systems in line with the Human Resources Policy. The Division further: initiates the review and implementation of employee terms of service; and develops, implements and monitors staff performance control systems. The Division is headed by a Manager.

Employment Division
The Employment Manager provides headship of the Employment Division, which initiates, develops and updates management systems of recruitment, selection, placement, motion and discipline in line with the Human Resources policies.

The Division also reviews, updates and recommends vacant positions for establishment in the University in line HR policies, as well as initiates, reviews and develops procedures for recruitment, confirmation, promotion and discipline in line with the Human Resources policies and procedures.

The Division is also responsible for initiating, developing and maintaining a record of The Appointments Board decisions in line with the records management systems of the University, and providing secretarial services to the Appointments Board in line with University Council guidelines.

Staff Development Division
Headed by a Training and Development Manager, the Division coordinates the Staff Development function in line with the Training Policy and the University mission.

The Division provides a needs assessment framework for workplace skills education, training and career development (and mentoring) at the University in line with the Staff Development Policy. It further identifies and develops priority areas for Academic training by means of a consultative process, and initiates resource mobilization strategies for staff development in line with the University financial regulations

Benefits Section
This section is headed by the Deputy University Secretary – Pensions and handles all matters relating to Terminal benefits as well as issues of Loans to Members of Staff by Financial Institutions.

Contact Information

Office of the Director, Human Resources: Mr. Sebastian Ngobi
Directorate of Human Resources
Room 408, Second Floor, Main Administration Building
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256 414 530295
Email: hrd[at]admin.mak.ac.ug

Deputy University Secretary – Pensions: Mr. Godfrey Bazanye Nkangi
Room 409, Second Floor, Main Administration Building
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256 414 531424
Email: bnkangi[at]hrd.mak.ac.ug

Training and Development Manager: Mrs. Josephine Apolot Opolot
Staff Development Division
Room 409, Second Floor, Main Administration Building
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256 414 531373
Email: ajopolot[at]hrd.mak.ac.ug

Manager, Employment Division: Mrs. Dora S. Zake
Room 406, Second Floor, Main Administration Building
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256 414 540632
Email: dzake[at]hrd.mak.ac.ug

Manager, Performance and Appraisal Division: Mrs. Mary Tizikara
Room 413, Second Floor, Main Administration Building
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256 414 531372
Email: mtizikara[at]hrd.mak.ac.ug

Ag. Manager, Records and Information Division: Dr. Rehema Baguma-Kabiito
Room 401, Second Floor, Main Administration Building
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Email: rbaguma[at]cit.mak.ac.ug

Human Resources Manager: Mr. Richard Mugisha
College of Health Sciences
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Email: rmugisha[at]hrd.mak.ac.ug

The Director, Mr. Sebastian M. Ngobi oversees the Directorate of Human Resources and initiates, develops and implements Human Resource systems and processes in line with the Human Resources policy and consistent with the University Strategic plan. The Director also develops the Annual Development Budget and monitors the Utilisation of The Directorate resources in line with the financial regulations.

The Directorate of Human Resources consists of divisions namely;

Staff Development Division
Headed by a Training and Development Manager, the Division coordinates the Staff Development function in line with the Training Policy and the University mission.

Contact Information

Human Resources Manager: Mr. Richard Mugisha
College of Health Sciences
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
Email: rmugisha[at]hrd.mak.ac.ug

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AAP Africa Office Hosts UiB Research and Innovation Delegation

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1 day ago

May 14, 2026

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Dr. Racheal Ddungu Mugabi (2nd L) poses for a group photo with the Head GAMSU and UiB delegation on 14th May 2026. Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), Africa Office hosts delegation from the University of Bergen (UiB)'s Division of Research and Innovation, 14th May 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

_{By Dr. Racheal Ddungu Mugabi}

The Alliance for African Partnership, Africa Office, today received a delegation from the University of Bergen (UiB)’s Division of Research and Innovation. The visiting team comprised Kristin Svartveit, Vivil Valvik Haraldsen, and Emmanuel Ovon Babatunde.

The delegation was officially introduced by Prof. Sylvia Tamale Tamusuza, Head, Grants Administration and Management Support Unit (GAMSU), together with Dr. Ronald Semyalo (Makerere University coordinator for UiB)

The visit aimed to strengthen institutional collaboration and promote research excellence through international partnerships. The key objectives of the meeting included:

UiB team sharing information and experiences on enhancing success in EU grant acquisition and management.
UiB application support process for Postdoc fellowships at Bergen up to a period of 2 years
AAP Africa Office providing insights into the AAP consortium programs and activities in order to foster collaboration between the AAP consortium and UiB.

L-R: Dr. Ronald Semyalo, Emmanuel Ovon Babatunde, Kristin Svartveit, Vivil Valvik Haraldsen, Prof. Sylvia Nannyonga Tamusuza and Dr. Racheal Ddungu during the engagement. Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), Africa Office hosts delegation from the University of Bergen (UiB)'s Division of Research and Innovation, 14th May 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***L-R: Dr. Ronald Semyalo, Emmanuel Ovon Babatunde, Kristin Svartveit, Vivil Valvik Haraldsen, Prof. Sylvia Nannyonga Tamusuza and Dr. Racheal Ddungu during the engagement.***

The engagement provided an important platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and exploring opportunities for future collaborative research initiatives between Makerere University, the AAP consortium, and the University of Bergen.

The Author is the Director of the AAP Africa Office

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Call For Abstracts: National Symposium on Climate Migration among Youths in Uganda

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2 days ago

May 13, 2026

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Call For Abstracts: National Symposium on Climate Migration among Youths in Uganda. Submission Deadline: 9th June 2026

Makerere University, in collaboration with the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), Tufts University, and Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA), invites researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and community actors to submit abstracts for the National Symposium on:

Climate Migration among Youths in Uganda: Local Voices for Policy Impact

Date: Wednesday, 12^th August 2026
Venue: Makerere University Main Hall

The symposium will examine the drivers, patterns, and impacts of climate-induced youth migration in Uganda, while advancing evidence-based and community-informed policy responses.

Theme: Climate-Induced Youth Migration and Urban Futures in Uganda: Evidence, Voices, and Pathways for Action

Submission Deadline: 9^th June 2026

Submit Abstracts To: citiesofyouth@musph.ac.ug

Researchers and practitioners are encouraged to contribute research findings, case studies, policy analyses, and practice-based experiences. Abstracts will be considered for oral and poster presentations.

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Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University

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2 days ago

May 13, 2026

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Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University. Photo: Nano Banan 2

Makerere University, in partnership with Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Independent University of Bangladesh, Eduardo Mondlane University, and Pokhara University, with funding from Norwegian Programme for Capacity Development in Higher Education and Research for Development (NORHED), is implementing a project: ‘Co-creating Knowledge for Local Adaptation to Climate Change in LDCs (COLOCAL).

The expected outputs of the project include strengthened educational and research capacity, improved knowledge on inclusive Locally Led Adaptation (LLA) and Community Based Adaptation (CBA) including delivering skilled knowledge co-creators, and partnerships to support needs-driven, locally-based and contextually sensitive adaptation. The outputs are anticipated to influence policy, planning and practice around LLA and CBA through collaborative learning and knowledge translation.

In line with targets and activities for 2026/2027, COLOCAL project is offering research support for three (3) Master’s students who have completed their first academic year of taught classes at Makerere University and are interested in undertaking research under one of the following thematic areas. The students MUST have undertaken the course offered under the auspices of the project on Disability, Social Justice and Climate Resilient Development.

Requirements:

A first degree from a reputable university in a field related to the focus of the project
Ugandan citizen below 35 years
Good command of English (spoken and written)
Demonstrated interest in inclusive and climate resilient development
Evidence of practical experience in conducting relevant research during and after undergraduate level
Evidence of full payment of all university fees for the first academic year
The Masters programme being undertaken MUST have explicit content on climate change mitigation and adaptation
Special consideration will be given to students with disabilities, financial challenges, students from ethnic minority groups, internally displaced students, among others

Scholarship and study/research conditions

Availability to complete all research activities in a maximum of 10 months.

Scope of the scholarship

The project will specifically cover stipends and support for field activities only. Support with tuition fees, for the research year, will be provided for students who will complete and submit the research thesis for examination within 10 months from the date of receiving the scholarship offer letter.

How to apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit the following documents: Application letter, research concept note of not more than 2 pages, academic transcripts/certificates, an updated CV (including contacts of at least two referees) and two recommendation letters.

Send applications via email to: colocal.caes@mak.ac.ug, not later than 20^th May, 2026. This contact can as well be used for inquiries, where necessary.

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