Jobs & Careers

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for providing administrative support to all senior and mid-level administrative units of the University, ensuring that services are efficient, effective, and adaptable to the changing circumstances and operations of the University’s programmes and services. Working in close consultation with the head of the relevant unit, the Administrative Assistant will be the immediate point of reference for the unit and will accordingly answer queries addressed to the unit and assist the head in the planning, scheduling, and execution of tasks. He/she will be charged with the dissemination of the information concerning the different events, activities, programmes and services offered in the concerned unit, keeping the diary of the head of the unit as well as attending to all the unit’s visitors.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Administrative Assistant shall provide support for administration, teaching, learning, research, and  community engagement of the relevant unit by coordinating the following functions of both the academic and non-academic units:

1. Support for Teaching, Learning and Administration

1. Acting as a point of contact for students and staff to deal with enquiries concerning the programmes and services offered in the relevant unit.
2. Disseminating information to both students and staff regarding the different academic and non-academic issues in the concerned unit.
3. Developing and maintaining mailing lists for both staff and students in order to ensure effective communication channels and timely information dissemination.
4. Assisting in the production of materials, teaching and learning aids, handbooks, and any other relevant information about the programmes and services offered in the concerned unit.
5. Ensuring that copies of all forms, registers and any other documents used for the proper maintenance of records in the concerned unit are up-to-date and appropriately stocked for use by students and/or staff
6. Collecting and filing all the information collected from both students and staff in the relevant unit.
7. Preparing information packs for incoming and/or prospective students in the relevant unit, as well as assisting them to find additional information where necessary.
8. Developing and disseminating the teaching/learning as well as any other schedules of the unit for each academic period, in liaison with the other relevant offices of the University.
9. Drafting the schedule of meetings and any other events for the head of the unit, and assisting him/her to keep abreast with his/her diary in a timely manner.
10. Providing general support to the head of department, students and staff to ensure the smooth running of the relevant unit.
11. Carrying out any other duties as may be assigned by the University authorities from time to time.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

1. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Information and Administrative Management/Human Resource Management/Business Administration/Information and Secretarial Sciences or an equivalent relevant degree from an Institution recognised by the
2. Two (2) years’ experience in an administrative support role in a reputable organisation, preferably with experience of student administration.
3. Experience of working within the Higher Education sector will be an added advantage.
4. Excellent working knowledge of standard IT systems and web-based management information systems.
5. Experience of maintaining clear and accurate records.
6. Good organisational management skills.
7. Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
8. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.

 Personal Attributes and Competences

1. A clean track record and a high level of integrity and professional ethics
2. Good time management and ability to meet deadlines
3. Ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems
4. Ability to work under strict timeframes and to prioritise tasks
5. Openness to diversity, and ability to attend to people with diverse backgrounds
6. Attention to detail, good analytical capabilities and thoroughness
7. Ability to multi-task
8. Good self-presentation
9. Ability to learn easily and to adapt to rapidly changing situations
10. Ability to produce positive results under minimum supervision

Application Guidelines

Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit their application to hr@unik.ac.ug in one document as a PDF, including the following: –

1. Application letter.
2. An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
3. Copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
4. Copy of a valid National Identity Card
5. Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address of the applicant.
6. Any other relevant documentation to support the application.

NOTE:

The email subject line should include the job title and the applicant’s name.

Applications not submitted as one single PDF file and those arriving after the application deadline will not be considered.

The deadline for receiving the applications is Friday, 7^th August 2026, by 12.00 pm.

Only short-listed candidates will be informed by email.

The Security Officer is the University’s principal custodian and adviser on all matters relating to the security of University personnel and property. The primary responsibility of the role is to coordinate the University’s security interventions to safeguard people and property on campus and to supervise all other staff engaged in campus security. The Security Officer coordinates with external security agencies, particularly the Uganda Police Force and relevant private security companies, to enforce best practices, ensure compliance with national private security regulations, and stay up to date on security matters. The Security Officer is the first point of contact for all matters concerning campus security.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Advising Management on all security matters affecting the C
2. Investigating incidents reported or arising from the conduct of students or any other members of the University community, and recommending appropriate action to Management.
3. Attending to reported cases concerning the security of members of the University and their property.
4. Taking overall responsibility for the general security of the University and its property.
5. Supervising and directing other security personnel on the management of security at the University.
6. Identifying security gaps at the University and developing plans to close them.
7. Developing and continually updating security plans to ensure comprehensive security at the University.
8. Overseeing the day-to-day security of students, staff members, and University
9. Intercepting and checking any person, vehicle, or suspicious circumstance that may pose a threat to campus security and safety, and managing vehicular and pedestrian traffic and parking on the C
10. Monitoring and managing access-control points, CCTV, and other security installations, and maintaining an up-to-date register of security incidents and actions taken.
11. Coordinating the University’s response to fires and other emergencies, including leading evacuation procedures, in line with the University’s health and safety policy.
12. Liaising with the Uganda Police Force and other relevant authorities on matters of campus security, including the reporting and follow-up of criminal cases.
13. Carrying out any other duties as may be required from time to time to ensure the total security of the persons and property of the University.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

1. A Diploma in Security Management, Criminology, Law Enforcement, or a related field.
2. Certified training in security management or law enforcement from a recognised institution, e.g. Uganda Police Force, Uganda Prisons Service, or an accredited private security training provider, is an added advantage.
3. At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar or related security role.
4. A valid Certificate of Good Conduct (police clearance), and a clean criminal record, are a must.
5. Working knowledge of Ugandan security and law-enforcement procedures, including the regulations governing private security organisations.
6. A reasonable level of computer skills.
7. Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Personal Attributes and Competences

1. A clean track record, with a high level of moral integrity and professional ethics.
2. Ability to work independently and deliver good results under minimal supervision.
3. Ability to take initiative and find innovative solutions to emerging challenges.
4. Ability to adjust to changing work schedules, including night, weekend, and public-holiday shifts.
5. Good physical fitness, with the demonstrated ability to carry out tasks that involve lifting and carrying heavy loads.

Application Guidelines

Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit their application to hr@unik.ac.ug in one document as a PDF, including the following: 

1. Application letter.
2. An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
3. Copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
4. Copy of a valid National Identity Card
5. Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address of the applicant.
6. Any other relevant documentation to support the application.

 NOTE:

The email subject line should include the job title and the applicant’s name.

Applications not submitted as one single PDF file and those arriving after the application deadline will not be considered.

The deadline for receiving the applications is Friday, 7^th August 2026, by 12.00 pm.

Only short-listed candidates will be informed by email.

The Sports Coach shall provide professional coaching and leadership to University sports teams, developing student-athletes for competitive excellence while fostering physical fitness, discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork, with the aim of improving the University’s sporting performance, reputation, and visibility.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Planning and conducting structured coaching and training programmes to improve the technical, tactical, physical and mental performance of University sports teams.
2. Identifying, recruiting and nurturing sporting talent among students and supporting the development of competitive University teams across the available sporting disciplines.
3. Preparing, accompanying and coaching University teams for inter-faculty, inter-university, regional and national competitions, including those organised by the Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS), while ensuring compliance with competition regulations.
4. Monitoring athletes’ performance, fitness, discipline and welfare, providing individual development plans where appropriate, and referring injuries or medical concerns to the relevant personnel.
5. Promoting broad student participation in sports and recreation by supporting inter-faculty competitions, sports galas, recreational programmes and initiatives that enhance teamwork, wellbeing, leadership and holistic student development.
6. Ensuring the safe, proper use and accountability of sports facilities, equipment, uniforms and training materials, maintaining accurate inventories and recommending procurement or replacement where necessary.
7. Maintaining accurate records and preparing periodic reports on training activities, player attendance, team performance, competition outcomes and sports equipment, and making recommendations for continuous improvement.
8. Working collaboratively with the Sports Tutor, Dean of Students and other university stakeholders to organise University sporting events, mentoring student sports leaders, upholding discipline and strengthening the University’s sporting profile.
9. Carrying out any other duties as may be assigned by the University authorities from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

1. Diploma in Sports Science, Physical Education, Sports Management, Exercise Science or a related field from a recognised institution.
2. Recognised coaching certification in at least one competitive sport.
3. Valid First Aid and CPR certification is an added advantage.
4. At least two (2) years’ coaching experience, preferably in a university, secondary school or recognised sports club.
5. Experience coaching youth or university athletes.
6. Experience in preparing teams for the FUFA games is an added advantage.

Personal Attributes and Competences

1. Sports coaching and athlete development.
2. Training planning and performance analysis.
3. Knowledge of sports rules, officiating and competition management.
4. Talent identification and player development.
5. Ability to motivate, mentor and inspire young adults.
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Planning, organisation and record management skills.
8. Teamwork and collaboration skills.
9. Integrity, discipline and professionalism.
10. Ability to administer basic first aid during sporting activities.

 Application Guidelines

Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit their application to hr@unik.ac.ug in one document as a PDF, including the following: –

1. Application letter.
2. An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
3. Copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
4. Copy of a valid National Identity Card
5. Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address of the applicant.
6. Any other relevant documentation to support the application.

 NOTE:

The email subject line should include the job title and the applicant’s name.

Applications not submitted as one single PDF file and those arriving after the application deadline will not be considered.

The deadline for receiving the applications is Friday, 7^th August 2026, by 12.00 pm.

Only short-listed candidates will be informed by email.