The Directorate of Human Resource Management at Kabale University invites all newly appointed academic and administrative staff to an orientation session aimed at providing comprehensive insights into university operations, expectations, and professional conduct. This orientation is designed to facilitate a seamless integration into the Kabale University community by focusing on key areas of service, academic excellence, and institutional values.
Details of the Orientation Program:
- Date: Monday, 18th November 2024
- Venue: KABSOM – Medical Students Hostel, Makanga
- Starting Time: 8:40 AM
- Training Moderator: Mr. Fred Kakuru, Senior Human Resource Officer
Program Schedule:
Arrival and Registration
Facilitator: Secretariat (Mr. Peter Natukunda & Mr. Alex Baingana AAO)
Time: 08:45 AM – 08:59 AM
Prayer & Opening Remarks
Facilitator: Mrs. Anny Katabaazi – Bwengye (DVC F&A)
Time: 09:00 AM – 09:20 AM
Participants’ Expectations from the Training
Vision, Mission Statement, Core Values, Principles, Customer Care, Communication, Personal Profiles/Website/CVs/Photos, KAB Branding
Facilitator:
- Mr. Godfrey Joseph Sempungu, Principal Communications Officer
- Mr. Collins Nowamani, Web Systems Administrator
Time: 09:20 AM – 10:10 AM
Governance and communication structure of the University
- Staff Development processes
- Supervision of staff in the Department
- Office etiquette, confidentiality and/or protection of information
- Handling academic promotions applications and meetings
Facilitator: Mrs. Anny Katabaazi – Bwengye (DVC F&A)
Time:10:10 AM – 10:50 AM
Break Tea
Facilitator: Secretariat
Time: 10:50 AM – 11:20 AM
The Role of the University Library in Promotion of Academic Excellence
Facilitator: Dr. Bernard Bazirake Bamuhiga
Time: 11:20 AM – 11:50 AM
Kabale University Culture and Career Guidance
Facilitator: Mrs. Peace Tushabomwe Tindyebwa (Deputy University Secretary)
Time: 11:50 AM – 12:20 PM
Terms and Conditions of Service of Kabale University
Facilitator: Mr. Samson Olum, Chief Human Resource Management
Time: 12:20 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
Time: 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Performance Management, Performance Agreements and Appraisal
Facilitator: Mrs. Jackline Masamba Rukyamuzi (PHRO)
Time: 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM
Research and Supervision Processes,
Supervisor-Student Relationship,
Professionalism and Dress Code
Guiding Students
Facilitator: Prof. Sabiti Makara, Director of Graduate Studies
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Research/Publications & Grant Writing,
Role of a Faculty Dean in Grant Writing and Resource Mobilization
Facilitator: Dr. Julius Arinaitwe Alexander, Chief Directorate of Research & Grants
Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Structure and Functions of a Faculty in a University,
Handling Academic Programs (Drafting, reviewing and/or implementing)
Facilitator: Mr. Michael Okopa, Principal Quality Assurance Officer
Time: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
New Employees Taking Official Oath & Oath of Secrecy
Closing Remarks
Facilitator: University Secretary
Time: 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Evening Tea
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
This orientation is an essential step towards fostering academic and administrative excellence and ensuring a collaborative, informed, and committed workforce at Kabale University. All newly appointed staff are encouraged to actively participate and engage with facilitators to gain valuable insights and align themselves with the university’s strategic goals.