Makerere University, Uganda’s premier institution of higher learning, is undertaking a huge recruitment drive to fill over 219 full-time job vacancies across the spectrum of academic, administration, and support staff. This ambitious recruitment exercise brings a great opportunity for deserving individuals to be a part of one of the most prestigious universities in Africa.
Position Available
Makerere University invites applications for the following posts:
Academic Staff
- 35 positions: Lecturer
Senior academics who have reached the Ph.D. level of education in a relevant program of study and are published in refereed reputable academic journals. - 20 positions: Assistant Lecturers
Young candidates with a Master’s degree and below 40 years of age yearly, with a possibility of a CGPA of 4.0 and above at the time of application.
Non-Academic Positions
- Assistant Administration Officers (10 posts):
They should have excellent organizing and managing skills. The applicants should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Management, or the other related field and a working experience of not less than two years. - Administrative Secretaries (3 posts):
They should have good communication and be familiar with office management software. They should have a Secretarial Studies or Office Management Diploma or a degree.
Support Staff
- Library Clerks (6 posts):
A candidate with a Library and Information Science background will be preferable. The job would involve cataloging books, assisting patrons in getting relevant information, and maintaining library resources. - Drivers (6 posts):
The candidates should have a valid driving license without any point deduction and experience of at least five years. - Assistant Accountants (9 posts):
University degree in Accounting or Finance, with demonstrated accountancy software competencies; knowledge in preparation of financial reporting and budgeting. - Post Bus Drivers (7 posts):
Valid license for a professional driver with a good track record of driving experience, not less than five years. - Post Bus Conductors (6 posts):
Effective communication skills, with prior customer service experience. - Mail Handlers (21 positions):
Position open to experienced mail and parcel handlers for effective sorting and delivery. - Office Attendants (21 positions):
Position open for experienced office management personnel—clean, orderly, and efficient—and providing support to staff.
Application Process
All applications should be filled and submitted online through the Makerere University Electronic Human Resource Management System (EHRMS). For detailed job profiles, interested applicants should also access the advertisements for all job positions on the Makerere University Recruitment Portal and submit the applications.
- Application Letter:
All applicants are requested to submit an application for appointment to a position together with the following: - Curriculum Vitae (CV):
An updated CV containing names and contacts of a minimum of three referees. - Academic Certificates and Transcripts:
Attach copies of all your academic certificates and transcripts. - Recommendation Letters:
The application should come with a minimum of three recommendation letters signed by your referees.
Key Details
- Application Deadline:
For consideration, ensure to submit all applications not later than 16th September 2024. Late applications will not be considered. - Maximum Age:
Assistant Lectureship applicants should not be above 40 years and 55 years for the other positions at the time of applying for the particular post. - Qualifications:
The academic qualifications for all the admitted positions should be awarded by recognized and accredited institutions. Makerere University holds its recruitment process up to standard to ensure that it only selects the best candidates. - An Equal Opportunity Employer:
Makerere University recognizes diversity and inclusion within the recruitment process and, as such, calls for applications from all backgrounds.
About Makerere University
Makerere University started as a technical school in 1922 but grew and developed into the largest and most prestigious institution of higher learning in Uganda. Being independent and national, it housed a good portion of academic excellence within East Africa after 1970. The University has recognition for the research and teaching of high quality, which it has produced in contributing to regional developments.
This recruitment drive is a great opportunity for all professionals to become part of a world-class institution committed to developing excellence in academics and professionalism.
