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Friday 6 December 2013

Development Officer(Makerere University Kampala)-Jobs in Uganda

Job Title:   Development Officer
Organisation: Makerere University Kampala (MUK)
Job location:  Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 31st December 2013  

Reports to: Deputy Director

About MUK:

Established in 1922 as a humble technical school, Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious Universities in Africa. In January of that year, the school, which was later renamed Uganda Technical College, opened its doors to 14 day students who began studying Carpentry, Building and Mechanics. The College soon began offering various other courses in Medical Care, Agriculture , Veterinary Sciences and Teacher Training. It expanded over the years to become a Center for Higher Education in East Africa in 1935. In 1937, the College started developing into an institution of higher education, offering post-school certificate courses. In 1949, it became a University College affiliated to the University College of London, offering courses leading to the general degrees of its then mother institution.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

· Facilitate the development and strengthening of relationships between key donor prospects (including alumni) and Makerere University Constituent colleges.
· Assist the Deputy Director and Director in developing strong relationships between fundraising prospects and the Colleges of Makerere University.
· Prepare stewardship reports, develop and co-ordinate the production of fundraising and appreciation materials in close liaison with the respective Colleges and the Public Relations Office.
· In liaison with Research Assistants to identify key prospects, qualify them and develop an appropriate strategy for developing the relationship.
· Oversee the development and implementation of prospect relationship management system & provide regular written reports.
· Participate in department strategies and solution in implementation of relevant Council policies.

    Perform any other duties that may be assigned in the normal course of doing business

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:


  •     The applicant should possess a Master’s Degree in Business or Economic Policy and Planning or Related discipline
  •     Professional qualifications in fundraising will be an added advantage.
  •     At least three years of progressive professional experience in Financial Services and / or related   positions.
  •     Exposure with fundraising is required for this position.
  •     Good networking skills,
  •     Time management skills
  •     Attention to detail, consistency, proficiency, diligence and hard work.

Age: Less than 50 years

How to Apply:
All applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacancies above. Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala. Uganda

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