Jobs & Careers - University of Kisubi

VACANT POSITIONS MAY 2026

The Assistant Accountant shall be responsible for maintaining proper invoicing and credit records for students, as well as responding to all their queries regarding their financial obligations and standing with the University. He/she will also be the official agent with the University’s bankers and the immediate point of reference for the University’s correspondence relating to the finances owed by and to the University.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performing clerical work in the Finance department as might be assigned from time to time
Filing accounts records and ensuring that they can be retrieved and accessible to authorised persons whenever needed.
Maintaining students’ ledgers and responding to their queries.
Ensuring that incoming and outgoing correspondence is handled expeditiously.
Preparing schedules for accounts receivable and accounts payable.
Monitoring advances and accountabilities in compliance with regulations
Maintaining a sound accounting system, filing and accountability attached to payment vouchers.
Attending to students’ queries and providing them with statements of their fees.
Assuring the timely collection of monies due to the University.
Monitoring and reporting on deviations from the University’s credit policy and regulations.
Assuring timely and accurate invoicing for students and for any other transactions within his/her competence.
Conducting credit checks on all students’ accounts as well as establishing and managing credit limits
Making recommendations to improve the quality of invoicing and collection procedures.
Monthly reporting of invoicing totals/ageing totals/cash receipts/invoice adjustments, or as requested.
Generating accounting statements and reports for the accountant.
Reconciling daily bank and cash deposits.
Developing both automated and hard copies of financial reports using spreadsheets or any other format.
Organising and maintaining up-to-date financial records.
Participate in the annual stock-taking
Carrying out any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

A Bachelor of Business Administration/Management, Bachelor of Commerce, or an equivalent relevant degree from an Institution recognised by NCHE.
Full professional qualification as a certified public accountant, i.e., CPA.
At least two (2) years of working experience in a similar or related position in a reputable organisation, preferably in an institution of higher learning.
Proven experience in using automated accounting systems and diverse accounting packages
Excellent computer skills in MS Word, Spreadsheet, and PowerPoint.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written

Personal Attributes and Competences

An impeccable track record and a very high level of moral integrity and professional ethics.
A strong sense of business acumen.
Willingness to listen and attend to students’ queries.
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to build and work as a team
Ability to develop and sustain healthy working networks both within and outside the University.
Thoroughness and ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to set targets and beat deadlines
Ability to work under pressure, and to deliver positive results under minimum supervision

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit an email to hr@unik.ac.ug as one attachment in PDF the following: –

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

N.B:

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

Applications not in a single PDF file and those received after the date and time will not be considered.

The deadline for receiving the application is 23^rd May 2026 by 12.00 pm

Only short-listed candidates will be informed by email.

Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer - One (1) Position

The Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer shall be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the University’s digital marketing strategies and social media presence in a manner that upholds its Catholic identity, mission, and values. He/she will serve as the primary custodian of the University’s digital brand voice, ensuring that all online communications reflect the institution’s academic excellence, Catholic ethos, and community engagement. The Officer will work closely with the Public Relations, Admissions, and Academic departments to drive student recruitment, institutional visibility, and stakeholder engagement across all digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Developing and executing a comprehensive digital marketing strategy, covering campaigns across search engines, email, social media, and display advertising, aligned with the University’s mission, Catholic values, and student recruitment objectives, while managing the paid digital advertising budget to maximise return on investment.
Managing all official University social media accounts, including Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and WhatsApp, by creating, scheduling, and publishing high-quality content that is consistent with the University’s brand guidelines, Catholic identity, and institutional priorities.
Together with and in the absence of the Webmaster to ensure the University’s website content is accurate, current, brand-consistent, and optimised for search engines, by regularly reviewing pages, sourcing and editing departmental updates, and providing Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) recommendations for technical implementation.
Producing compelling and diverse digital content, including blog posts, feature articles, press releases, short videos, reels, infographics, and podcasts, that communicate the University’s story, promote its academic programmes, and reflect its Catholic intellectual tradition.
Developing and maintaining a digital content calendar that aligns with the University’s academic year, key events, and strategic communications milestones, ensuring a consistent and purposeful online presence across all platforms.
Managing the University’s email marketing activities, including newsletters, event announcements, and targeted outreach, while maintaining and growing the institutional subscriber base and tracking campaign performance metrics.
Monitoring, analysing, and reporting on the performance of all digital marketing and social media activities, using tools such as Google Analytics, and presenting data-driven insights and actionable recommendations to Management on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Enforcing the University’s digital brand standards and style guide across all online platforms and communications, advising departments on brand compliance, and managing the University’s online reputation by monitoring and responding appropriately to digital mentions and community feedback.
Collaborating with academic departments, student organisations, and the University Chaplaincy to develop community-centred content that reflects the University’s Catholic mission and engages both internal and external stakeholders.
Engaging relevant influencers, Catholic networks, education forums and associations, and media partners to amplify the University’s digital reach, enhance institutional reputation, and support student recruitment and alumni engagement efforts.
Supporting the University’s public relations function by producing digital press materials, coordinating media responses, and ensuring timely and professional communication across all digital channels during institutional events and programmes.
Carrying out any other duties relevant to digital communications and marketing as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.