Inaugurated in 2001 and licensed by the National Council for Higher Education in March 2003, Kabale University (KAB) has enjoyed steady growth and progress. KAB Main Campus is located on Kikungiri Hill, one Kilometre off Kabale-Katuna Highway in Kabale Municipality. Mandated to bridge a highly felt gap in South Western Uganda and the surrounding areas of the Great Lakes Region, KAB offers a serene reflective environment which is enhanced by the cool all-year-round energizing climate. The general uniqueness and added value of Kabale University is in its identity of a secular, community founded and supported University. The University offers an opportunity for men and women who wish to realize their full potential in pursuit of academic and non -academic careers.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts:

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

University Engineer (01 Post); Qualifications: At least a Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering plus 3 years working experience in construction management and inspection of works in a reputable organization/institution.

Duties: The selected candidate will be responsible for all civil works, including construction management and inspection of works, providing technical guidance from time to time; supervising staff under his/her supervision and other related tasks.

University Librarian (01 Post); Qualification: At least a Masters Degree in Library and Information Science or related field. A PhD is an added advantage. At least 3 years administrative and managerial experience in a large academic institution or a big commercial organization.

Duties: As head of the Unit, the University Librarian will be responsible for the planning, promotion and management, of quality library and information services of a growing University.

Assistant Academic Registrar/ Admissions Officer (01 Post), Qualifications: a Masters Degree from a recognized University with a minimum of 5 years working experience in a similar or related position in a big academic institution.

Duties: Assisting the Academic Registrar in admissions, registration of students, verification of academic qualifications, recruitment of students and any other related tasks.

Procurement Officer (01 Post) Qualifications: A Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution, plus 2 years working experience in a big organization or institution.

Administrative Assistant (01 position), Qualifications: At least a Bachelors Degree in Secretarial Studies or related field from a recognized institution, plus a minimum working experience of 3 years.

Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support to the top University Officials, General Office Administration, Disseminating Information to various Offices and Persons, Record Keeping, Protection of Office furniture and equipment, arranging and providing secretarial services at various meetings.

Female Students Warden (01 position), Qualification: A Degree in Education from recognized institution, plus 5 years working related experience.

Duties: be in charge of female students general welfare; oversee records of all female resident students, provide counseling and guidance where necessary, work with University medical personnel in providing for students health needs, and effectively ensure that the social and academic needs ate taken care of.

Store Keeper (01 position), Qualifications: A Diploma in the relevant field, with at least 4 years working experience.

Duties: He/she will be in charge of the general stores, receiving and keeping records of purchases and supplies, taking stock of the University property and providing stocking taking records as and when required.

Estates Officer (01 position), Qualifications: A Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering, plus 3 years working experience in a big institution/organization.

Duties: The selected candidate will be responsible for providing technical guidance relating to estates management and maintenance.

Office Secretary (01 position), Qualification: Diploma in Secretarial Studies with 3 at least years working experience.

Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for office management, providing clerical support to his/her supervisor(s), disseminating information to various Officers and Persons, record keeping, protection of office furniture and equipment, arranging and providing secretarial services at various meetings.

ACADEMIC POSITIONS

Deputy Director Postgraduate Studies (1 post), Qualification: A PhD degree with proven research and teaching experience, and publications. In special cases, a Masters Degree holder with vast experience in research will be considered.

Duties: Teaching, Assisting the Director in postgraduate managerial tasks, coordinating students research and related duties.

Lecturers/Senior Lecturers, Qualifications:

At least a Masters Degree and wide teaching and research experience, with adequate publications. A PhD will be an added advantage. Persons who meet the above requirements are needed to fill positions in the following disciplines/fields:

Library and Information Science (02 posts)

Institute of Languages (French & Kiswahili) (02 posts)

Social Work and Social Administration (02 posts)

Business Administration (01 post)

Secretarial Studies (02 posts)

Information Communication Technology, with a focus on education (02 posts)

Public Administration and Management (02 posts)

Applications with copies of comprehensive typed Curriculum Vitae, copies of transcripts and certificates, giving full details of applicants education and qualifications, work experience, present salary, postal and telephone contacts, names and telephone contacts of three referees should be sent to:

The University Secretary

Kabale University

Kikungiri Campus

P.O Box 317

Kabale

APPLICATIONS SHOULD REACH THE ABOVE ADDRESS WITHIN 14 DAYS OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT