Job Title: Senior Consultant Research and Projects
Organisation: Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT) is a Public Tertiary Institution established by Statutory Instrument No. 79 of October 2005. The Institute is under the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, operated and managed by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) the regulator of the Communications Sector in Uganda.
Job Summary: The main purpose is to provide strategic leadership in research initiatives, project management, and innovation and also to develop research policies, secure funding, oversee project execution, and ensure alignment with institutional objectives and national development goals.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Research Development and Management
- Lead and coordinate research initiatives across various academic disciplines.
- Develop research policies and guidelines in line with institutional and national research frameworks.
- Oversee ethical compliance in research activities.
- Coordinate tech transfer, patenting, and prototyping activities.
Project Planning and Implementation
- Design and manage research-based projects from inception to completion.
- Ensure projects align with institutional strategic goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Monitor project progress, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
Funding and Grants Acquisition
- Identify and secure research grants and project funding from local and international sources.
- Develop proposals and funding applications to support institutional research and projects.
- Maintain relationships with funding agencies and donors.
- Participate in the securing of collaborative research grants with industry and other HEIs.
Capacity Building and Knowledge Transfer
- Provide mentorship and training to lecturers and students on research methodologies and project management.
- Organize workshops, seminars, and conferences to promote research excellence.
- Facilitate knowledge transfer and commercialization of research findings.
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
- Collaborate with government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions on research initiatives.
- Establish networks for interdisciplinary and cross-institutional research.
- Represent the institution in research and innovation forums.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
- Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks for research projects.
- Prepare reports on research impact, funding utilization, and project outcomes.
- Ensure accountability and transparency in project execution.
Key Result Areas
- Research Excellence and Innovation
- Project Management and Execution
- Funding and Grants Acquisition
- Capacity Building and Institutional Support
- Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Impactful publications, conferences, and commercialization.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Project Management, Research Methods, Data Science, Statistics, Innovation Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or any ICT related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Research Methods, Data Science, Statistics, Innovation Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or any ICT related field.
- Additional training in research methodologies, innovation management, or project management is desirable.
- Professional/ Industry IT Certification in one of these i.e ITIL4, MCSE, CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, PMP etc is desirable
- Certification in Research Administration such as Certified Research Administrator (CRA) is an added advantage
- Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in research, project management, or consultancy.
- Proven track record of securing and managing research grants and projects.
- Strong knowledge of research methodologies, project management frameworks, and funding procedures.
- Experience in leading or coordinating research projects, particularly in ICT and innovation.
- Familiarity with academic writing, policy briefs, and research dissemination.
- Hands-on experience with data analysis tools and research management software.
Key Skills and Attributes
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.
- Exceptional proposal writing and grant acquisition skills.
- Effective communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in research software and project management tools.
- Institute Secretary’s Office
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should fill the online application form and attach the CV and required documents on this link: Click Here. All inquiries should be through [email protected] or Tel No. 0762944050
Deadline: 31st July 2025
Note:
- The eligible applicants are encouraged to submit before the deadline.
- Hand delivered and or any other applications sent to any other e-mail
- other than filling the link provided above will not be accepted.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Any form of canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate.
- Positions not provided for in this advert or previously advertised and deadline is over should not be applied for.
- All applicants will be considered fairly and equitably, without discrimination based on gender, race, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic.
- The Institute promotes an inclusive work environment and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to foster innovation and representation.
- Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and commits to providing reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.
- Personal data submitted through applications will be handled securely and used only for recruitment purposes, in compliance with relevant data protection regulations.
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Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60