Job Title: Higher Education Officer – Research and Innovation (2 Jobs)
Organisation: National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) is a statutory body established under the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, Cap 262 to regulate the provision of higher education, advise the Government on policy matters relating to higher education on Uganda and to equate qualifications of higher education from within and outside the country.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assisting in the planning and management of research studies and general research policy;
- Assisting in the development and review of the NCHE Research and planning related policies and programmes;
- Managing and updates the NCHE Research Database and Agenda;
- Assisting in the management and training of Research Assistants/Field Officers etc., to implement research projects;
- Assisting in designing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and instruments for data collection;
- Assisting in reviewing of appropriate software for statistical analysis;
- Assisting in data collection and analysis;
- Assisting in carrying out research activities and publication of results in reputable journals and internationally recognized conference proceedings;
- Assisting in the organization of awareness workshops to inform Higher Education institutions on issues regarding statistical data;
- Assisting in the preparation of dissemination reports;
- Carrying out any other duties that may be assigned from time-to-time by the immediate supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Holds a Master’s degree in Science, ICT, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering or related fields recognized by National Council for Higher Education;
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Research & Innovations from a reputable organization.
- Must have sound knowledge of research & innovations
- Must be ICT literate;
- Must have good communication and interpersonal skills;
- Knowledge and experience of research methods and research projects management;
- Knowledge and experience in using statistical analysis software and Database management systems is essential
How to Apply:
Applications should be filled ON-LINE at the link below. The link to the e-recruitment system can be accessed and viewed at the link below.
Deadline: 28th February 2025
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