On Tuesday 4th July 2017, the Outgoing Director of Human Resources, Mrs. Mary K. Tizikara handed over office to the Acting Director, Mrs. Dorothy Sennoga-Zake. Mrs. Sennoga-Zake is the Manager-Staff Development, Welfare and Benefits Division in the Directorate of Human Resources, Makerere University.
Appointed Director Human Resources effective 1st May 2012 for a period of five years, Mrs. Tizikira’s contract ended on 30th April 2017. The Makerere University Appointments Board then granted her a two-month extension which ended on 30th June 2017.
Reflecting on her tenure at the helm of the Directorate of Human Resources, Mrs. Mary K. Tizikara said: “I wish to thank Makerere University for the opportunity accorded to me to make some contributions despite the many challenges, having risen through the ranks from a humble position of Administrative Assistant to the Director Human Resources. This attests to my commitment and performance that was realized and rewarded.”
Mrs. Tizikara, a Chartered Human Resource Specialist, looks forward to completing her PhD Studies, and in the true Makererean spirit has pledged to support the Acting Director when contacted. She applauded the staff in the Office of the Director Human Resources for their cooperation and also appreciated the support of all staff who stood by her through thick and thin to ensure the provision of HR solutions to the University.
Witnessing the handover, her Supervisor- the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration), Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe thanked Mrs. Mary K. Tizikara for her dedicated service to Makerere University and equally wished her successful completion of her PhD studies. Welcoming the Acting Director-Mrs. Dorothy Sennoga-Zake into office, Prof. Nawangwe expressed his readiness to provide oversight in the execution of the HR mandate. He advised the incoming Director to liaise with the respective organs/officers for the successful implementation of the Health Insurance Scheme and to expedite the HR matters highlighted in the handover report.
Mrs. Sennoga-Zake thanked Mrs. Tizikara for her invaluable contribution to Makerere University, and in particular for uplifting the HR function in the University. “Makerere University is a family. We have enjoyed the cordial working relationship. I will always treat you as a sister. Please always feel at Makerere University, and in particular at the Directorate of Human Resources,” remarked Mrs. Sennoga-Zake
The following officers also witnessed the handover: Mr. Benson Barigye-Acting Director Internal Audit; Mr. Godwin Okiror-Acting Senior Employment Officer; and Ms Ritah Namisango-Senior Public Relations Officer.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe on 20th April 2026 inaugurated the Second Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC). The Committee was established by the Vice Chancellor in 2022 as part of his strategic mandate to strengthen and oversee the University Hospital services delivery.
Chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi from the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Mak-HUC has as its members; Prof. Josaphat K. Byamugisha-Director Makerere University Health Services (MakHS) and Dr. Daniel Ronald Ruhweza-Department of Law and Jurisprudence, School of Law.
Other members include; Dr. Arthur Kwizera-Department of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, College of Health Sciences (CHS) and Makerere University Academic Staff Association (MUASA) Representative, Dr. Lillian Tukahirwa-Makerere University Administrative Staff Association (MASA) Representative, Mr. Godfrey Othieno- National Union of Educational Institutions (NUEI) Representative, and as Secretariat, Ms. Kevin M. Nabiryo-Directorate of Human Resources.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (C) interacts with members of the 2nd Mak-HUC.
The 2nd Mak-HUC has been appointed for a period of four years effective 1st January 2026 with a mandate to: Guide, monitor and oversee delivery of health services by MakHS; Represent the interests and concerns of staff and students that use MakHS; Advise on alignment with sustainable health financing and insurance models; Strengthen systems for fraud prevention, digital transformation and access to specialized treatment, among other responsibilities.
The 1st Mak-HUC was chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi and had as members; Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha, Dr. Fred Mayambala, Dr. Zahara Nampewo, Mr. Othieno Godfrey, Mr. Apunyo Paul Okiria and Ms. Ikiriza Racheal. Milestones during the first era included; Outpatient Department visits growth from 4,802 (2022) to 7,388 (Nov 2025) for staff and 14,641 (2022) to 19,069 (Nov 2025) for students.
Others milestones included; Commissioning of a fully equipped Operating Theatre, Establishment of a modern Imaging Hub, Development of a fully functional Audiology Unit, Expansion of the Temporal Bone Laboratory, Launch of the Olink Proteomics Platform and Enhancement of the Dental Unit with 32 dental chairs and experienced personnel.
All applications must be submitted electronically via the Makerere University Electronic Human Resource Management System through the above link (ehrms). Applicants will be required to provide the necessary information on the ehrms and attach the following documents:
An application letter clearly stating the job applied for and duly signed by the applicant.
An up-to-date curriculum vitae. The curriculum must also state the names and addresses of at least three referees.
Copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
A minimum of three recommendation letters duly signed by the referees.
The application should be addressed to:
The Chief Human Resource Officer Makerere University P.O. Box 7062 Kampala