The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University has been renewed for a second phase from 2023 to 2034. The second phase of the Program will offer 1000 Scholarships to young African women and men, admitted to both the Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Programmes at Makerere University Main Campus. The Program aims to deepen inclusive University education and empower the Youth to transform into leaders who will make meaningful contributions to national and regional development. Makerere University is pleased to announce Eight (8) Vacant Positions.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should submit their application letter, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates, and Transcripts giving full details of applicants’ qualifications, skills, and work experience, indicate three referees, and full contact details via the https://apply.mcfsp.mak.ac.ug/jobs. Applicants should make sure to upload reference letters from 2 referees.
Deadline for submission of the application: Friday 14th June 2024 by 5.00 pm
Notes:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Makerere University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect for all, as such the University recruits, and employs without any form of discrimination.
Reasonable accommodation shall be provided to candidates with disabilities upon request to support their participation in the recruitment process.
Falsification of documents or giving false information will lead to disqualification and/or prosecution in courts of law.
Makerere University does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview meetings, or processing of employment contracts.
VACANT POSITIONS FOR OPEN ADVERTISEMENT
POSITION: SENIOR TRANSITION OFFICER (COMMUNITY AND ALUMNI ENGAGEMENTS)
Position Summary: The Senior Transition Officer shall coordinate the Transition, Career development, and alumni engagement activities in the transition portfolio.
POSITION: SCHOLARS RECRUITMENT OFFICER
Position Summary: The Scholars Recruitment Officer shall implement the pre-enrolment engagements and recruitment portfolio of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
POSITION: PRINCIPAL MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING OFFICER
Position Summary: The Principal Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer shall lead the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning portfolio of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
INCLUSION AND SAFEGUARDING LIAISON OFFICER
Position Summary: The Inclusion and Safeguarding Liaison Officer shall lead in advancing Inclusion and Safeguarding at the University, support Program-related activities, and coordinate with Program Partners focusing on Inclusion and Safeguarding.
POSITION: SENIOR COMMUNICATION OFFICER (SAFEGUARDING)
Position Summary: The Senior Communications Officer shall ensure effective communication strategies, manage crises, and uphold the safety and reputation of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
POSITION: SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR & IT SUPPORT OFFICER
Position Summary: The Systems Administrator and IT Support Officer shall be responsible for all ICT requirements of the Program, Web Maintenance, and the technical operations of the Disability Resource Unit.
POSITION: TRANSITION LEAD
Position Summary: The Transition Lead shall lead in the implementation of the transition portfolio and agency/voice of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. This includes managing Transformative Leadership, entrepreneurship, and career services.
POSITION: PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
Position Summary: The Program Administrator shall provide administrative support to all program operations
The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Successful appeals and supplementary lists. Below is a list arising from appeals of Government Sponsored candidates who have been admitted:
Makerere University and DFCU Bank have today signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster innovation, student leadership, research and community impact initiatives.
The collaboration which will see the equipping of the Disability Support center for students living with disabilities through the MAK run and more leadership trainings for students will begin this July.
“The MoU will strengthen research collaborations across sectors like agriculture and health and it will also support the Mutebile Centre to assist private sector growth, which is crucial in lifting Africa out of poverty,” said Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (R) flanked by Mr. Charles Mudiwa (L) makes his remarks at the MoU signing ceremony.
Speaking during the event, Mr. Charles M. Mudiwa, the DFCU Bank Chief Executive Officer, welcomed the move, noting its alignment with the bank’s mission to transform lives and support national development through four pillars: funding, financial inclusion, enterprise development, and vocational education.
“This MoU crowns years of effort and shared intent between our institutions,” he stated. Mr. Mudiwa highlighted the bank’s commitment to skilling youth through internships, curriculum development, and support for innovation hubs and centres of excellence at the university. “We consume the graduates of Makerere. In our most recent graduate intake of 87, 60% were Makerere alumni. The bank allocates around 30 internship positions annually to equip young people with the skills necessary for future roles within the institution,” Mr. Mudiwa, noted.
Representing the student body, Guild President His Excellency, Sentamu Churchill James, commended the partnership as a timely intervention that will empower youth, support SMEs, and expand internship and leadership development opportunities.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd L) presents a framed portrait of the Main Building to Mr. Charles Mudiwa (C) as L-R: University Secretary-Mr. Yusuf Kiranda, 91st Guild President-H.E. Ssentamu Churchill James and Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration)-Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta witness.
“Students are the heartbeat of the university. This collaboration will empower youth and strengthen their role in national development,” His Excellency Ssentamu, said.
About MAK RUN 2025
The Makerere Run 2025 (#MakRun2025), hosted by the Makerere University Endowment Fund (MAKEF) on 17th August 2025, returns for its fifth edition as Kampala’s premier charity marathon, uniting 8,000+ runners—students, alumni, corporate teams, and elite athletes—to tackle the city’s iconic hills under the theme “Run the Hills for the Future.” This landmark event combines competitive racing with transformative impact, channeling proceeds to strengthen Makerere University’s community programs while offering unmatched branding opportunities for partners through Kampala’s largest university-led sporting spectacle.
The Mak Run, scheduled this year for August 17th, is a flagship initiative that mobilizes students, staff, alumni, and partners to raise funds for projects such as the Disability Support Unit and the Student Centre.