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Job Title:  Director Human Resource   

Organisation: Ndejje University

Duty Station: Ndejje, Uganda

Reports to: University Secretary

About Organisation:

Ndejje University is private, multi –campus, Christian university in Uganda. Established in 1992, Ndejje University is the oldest private university and the fastest growing in Uganda. In 1995 the university gained its status under the ownership of six church of Uganda dioceses in Buganda Region in what is known as “Ndejje university Foundation consortium”. The consortium is registered as Company limited by Guarantee, not having share capital.

Job Summary:   The Director Human Resource (DHR) is a senior position in the University. The DHR shall provide strategic leadership to the Directorate of Human Resource, and initiate, develop and implement human resource and administrative policies, systems and processes in accordance with the University Strategic Plan.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and monitor a Human Resource strategic and annual plan consistent with the University Human Resource Policies.
• Prepare annual work plans and budgets for the Directorate of Human Resource and monitors the utilisation of the Directorate resources in line with financial regulations.
• Initiate, develop, implement and review the University human resource policies, plans, strategies, guidelines and procedures.
• Develop strategies, systems and procedures to attract, develop and retain competent staff, while ensuring good work ethos and adherence to approved policies.
• Coordinate performance management in the University.
• Provide professional guidance and counsel on human resource matters to Management,
• governing bodies of the University, line managers, and Deans.
• Supervise, mentor, coach and appraise the staff in the Directorate.
• Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Have a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management; Business Administration (HRM option); Public Administration ,Management; or Organisational Psychology (HRM option) from a recognized university or institution of higher learning.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of proven working experience in human resource management, five (5) of which should be in a senior management position in a reputable organisation.
• Member of a professional human resource management body.
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• ICT literate.
• Have a demonstrable excellent track record of high ethical standards and professionalism.
• A mature and practicing Christian who subscribes to the University’s Core values and Philosophy.
• A person with experience in higher education institutions will have an added advantage.
• Be between 40-50 years of age at the time of application.

How to Apply:

All applications must be submitted electronically via Email to; hrsearch@ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug

Submit a signed application letter together with an updated curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three references (including a reference of the priest of your local church).

Attach copies of certified academic and professional certificates and transcripts and valid national ID or bio data page of passport.

Attach any other relevant documents to support the application.

Please Note: Electronic applications should have all the above documents scanned and submitted as ONE (1) PDF document clearly indicating the position applied for otherwise they will not be considered.

The application should be addressed to:

The University Secretary

Ndejje University

P.O. Box 7088

Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 31st January, 2025 by 5:00 PM

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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