Human Resource Officer (Makerere University Kampala)-Jobs in Uganda

Job Title:  Human Resource Officer
Post(s):4 Vacancies
Organisation: Makerere University Kampala (MUK)
Job location:  Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 31st December 2013  
Reports to: Director Human Resources

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.

Job Summary:
The Human Resources Officer will implement, maintain and update programs, procedures and Strategies for the College in line with Human Resources Policies.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

•     Implement annual work plans for the College in line with Human Resource targets.
•     Provide technical; support and implement decisions of the College committees in line with Human Resources Policy.
•     Implement College development and change management programs in line with Human Resources Policy.
•     Implement and identify gaps in the Human Resources Manual and recommend inputs for updating it in line with Human Resources Policy.
•     Capture, process, maintain and update College records on HURIS in line with Human Resources Policy.
•     Compile and keep records of payroll, benefits and allowances of College staff in line with Human Resources Policy.
•     Coordinate with the relevant University divisions/departments in the implementation of Human Resources Policies.
•     Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director Human Resources

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

•     The applicant should possess an honours Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics or Social Sciences or Human Resource Management or Organizational Psychology or its equivalent from a recognized Institution/University.
•     At least a year’s experience in Human Resource related work.
•     Computer literacy skills;
•     Good research and data analysis skills
•     Proven Counseling skills
•     Good Interpersonal and Communication Skills
•     High  sense of self drive/motivation
•     Excellent writing and analytical skills
•     Knowledge of the Labour Laws

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