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Mak Position of Director Human Resources

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5 years ago

December 18, 2020

Mark Wamai

Pedestrians walk up Northcote Road with the Main University Library to the left and Quarry Road Flats to the right, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

Makerere University is currently governed by the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001 (as amended) of the Republic of Uganda. The University is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to take up the position of Director Human Resources.

Salary Scale: M3
Age Limit: 55 years
Application Deadline: 17:00 Hours (5:00PM) EAT on 7th January 2021

Qualifications:

A Master’s Degree in Human Resources or MPA (Master’s degree in Public Administration), Master’s degree in Business Administration (Human Resource option) or
other master’s degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources Management from a recognized institution;
An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Arts or Social Sciences or Education or other Humanity with a bias in Human Resource Management or Bachelor’s degree in Human
Resources Management from a recognized Institution;
Membership with HR professional body is an added advantage.

Reports To:

The Director Human Resources reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration)

Other Essential Requirements

Computer literacy skills;
Excellent analytical ability;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Very good tactical and strategic planning skills;
Broad knowledge and understanding of Human Resource processes;
Proficient oral and written communication skills;
Team building and conflict management skills;
Good leadership and supervisory skills.

Experience:

A minimum of 12 years relevant working experience 3 of which must have been at level of Manager in a reputable organization.

Terms Of Employment:

Contract

Tenure:

5 years

Duties/Responsibilities:

The Director Human Resources will provide overall management and coordination of the human resource function of the University.

Initiate, develop, implement and review human resource policies and practices in line with the University strategic plan;
Act as a resource to management of HR in the areas of job design, organizational structures and workload distribution;
Develop and monitor HRD annual plan in line with the Human Resources Policies;
Develop work targets for the Human Resource Directorate in line with the Human Resource Policies;
Facilitate the update of HR records, information and knowledge;
Participate in various salary, wage and benefit surveys, publications, training or other means of sharing/networking; determine the optimal application of this new
information or trends for the University and propose implementation to various stakeholders;
Provide secretariat services to Committees of Council with a Human Resource component;
Mentor and coach Human Resources staff of the University and coordinate training and capacity building activities;
Analyze, develop and recommend sound plans, programs and procedures, in the areas of Human Resource planning, compensation, employee recognition and other
matters related to employee relations;
Formulate, implement and monitor organizational development and change management systems and strategies in line with the University Strategic plan;
Introduce and implement competence based Human Resource Management systems;
Design and implement performance Management and control systems;
Coordinate and implement the payroll and terminal benefits pay schedules as well as the employee wellness programs;
Establish measure to ensure consistency in various HR practices as it relates to recruitment, compensation, job descriptions, job profiles including demand analysis and
specifications, organizational structure among other HR related issues;
Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor.

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Mak Hosts NCHE Competence-Based Education Standards Validation Meeting

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3 days ago

January 23, 2026

Mark Wamai

Prof. Mary Okwakol (Centre) with Prof. Sarah Ssali and other leaders of Higher Education Institutions after the CBE minimum standards validation meeting on 23rd January 2026. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Makerere University on 23^rd January 2026 hosted the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions. The meeting held in the Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium brought together Vice Chancellors, Rectors, Principals and Academic Registrars from Higher Education Institutions in Uganda.

Prof. Sarah Ssali. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Sarah Ssali.***

Hosted by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Sarah Ssali, the meeting followed institutional input into the draft minimum standards and was aimed at validating them prior to their formal adoption by the NCHE Council at their next meeting in February 2026. The minimum standards cover nine areas namely; 1) Curriculum Design, 2) Teaching and Learning Approaches, 3) Assessment, 4) Faculty Training and Support, 5) Student Support Services, 6) Quality Assurance Systems, 7) Industry and Community Linkages, 8) Monitoring and Evaluation, and 9) Gender and Equity Mainstreaming.

Prof. Mary Okwakol (Left) and Dr. Vincent Ssembatya listen to feedback from leaders. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Mary Okwakol (Left) and Dr. Vincent Ssembatya listen to feedback from leaders.***

Following feedback into presentations by the various leaders present, a motion to adopt the draft minimum standards, with institutional input incorporated, was moved by Bugema University, seconded by UMCAT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, and unanimously supported by institutions present.

Prof. Mary Okwakol. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Mary Okwakol.***

At the conclusion of the meeting, Prof. Sarah Ssali appreciated NCHE for choosing Makerere to host the landmark event, reiterating that the University greatly respects each and every Higher Education Institution and regards them as partners and collaborators in the quest to improve Uganda’s Higher Education sector.

Part of the audience that attended the validation meeting. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Part of the audience that attended the validation meeting.***

The Executive Director NCHE, Prof. Mary Okwakol reassured leaders present that all the pertinent issues raised for input into the draft minimum standards would be incorporated, and urged those with pressing issues to submit them before month’s end. She reiterated NCHE’s readiness to continue lobbying Government for the resources required by Higher Education Institutions, particularly Public Universities, to implement Competence-Based Education (CBE).

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Press Release: Semester II Set to Start 10th Feb, 76th Graduation Dates Confirmed

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6 days ago

January 20, 2026

Mak Editor

An older photo of the Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda as seen from across the Freedom Square. Date taken: 22nd October 2012. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Kampala, Uganda – 20^th January 2026 – Makerere University has postponed its opening date for Semester Two of Academic Year 2025/2026 from the earlier communicated 24^th January 2026 to 10^th February 2026.

This adjustment is in response to the Ministry of Education and Sports directive to all Schools and Education Institutions to postpone re-opening until 10^th February 2026. Consequently, Semester Two at Makerere University will now run from 10^th February 2026 until 6^th June 2026. Attached is the detailed Calendar for Semester Two 2025/2026.

Confirmed dates for the 76^th Graduation Ceremony

Makerere University also wishes to inform the general public that Makerere’s 76^th Graduation Ceremony will be held from Tuesday 24^th February 2026 to Friday 27^th February 2026.

Specifics including the graduation schedules and standard operating procedures for participants will be communicated officially in due course.

Please see downloads for the statement, Ministry directive and revised calendar.

Makerere-Press-Release-Semester-2-Opening-Postponed-20thJan2026 Download

Ministry-of-Education-and-Sports-Directive-16thJan2026 Download

Makerere-Semester-2-Revised-Academic-Calendar Download

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Call for applications: E-JUST TICAD8 African MSc. Scholarships

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2 weeks ago

January 13, 2026

Mak Editor

E-JUST Fall 2026 International Admissions (M.Sc. TICAD8 Scholarships). Courtesy Photo.

The Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST) TICAD8 African Scholarship for STI is available for all African (Non-Egyptian) students who wish to obtain their M.Sc. degree in the programs of Faculty of Engineering (FoE), Basic and Applied Science (BAS), Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT), Faculty of International Business and Humanities (FIBH) and Heritage Science (HS).

Please note that interested applicants have to apply through E-JUST’ website (online application system). Applications will only be accepted via E-JUST’s website (online application system).

Interested applicants must complete and submit their application forms before February 15, 2026. The applicant will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail as proof of successful submission of the application.

Important Links:

For information about admission requirements: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-pg

For information about the available scholarships: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-scholarships

For information about the required documents: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-documents

For any inquiries, please contact the Regional and International Affairs (RIA) Office: international.affairs@ejust.edu.eg