2026 Employment Opportunities (External Advert No. 2, 2026)

Career Opportunities

Kabale University invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill various academic, administrative, technical and support staff positions under External Advert No. 2 of 2026. Qualified Ugandans are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and interested Ugandans to fill the following vacant positions at the University.

JOB TITLE: PROFESSOR – LAW

Salary Scale : PU3TNSc
No. of posts: 01
Serial. No.: EXT AD 01/2/2026
Responsible to: Head of department
Responsible for: Lower level Academic Staff in the relevant discipline.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To provide academic leadership and knowledge in the relevant discipline and lead the development and implementation of research and publications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides academic leadership, guidance and mentorship in the department.
  • Prepares and delivers lectures to students.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Advises students on their academic performance.
  • Participates in curriculum development and review.
  • Supervises student projects, field trips and placements where required.
  • Sets, marks and assesses course work and examinations and provides timely feedback to students.
  • Prepares and submits proposals and applications to external bodies for funding and accreditation purposes.
  • Conducts research and produces scholarly publications
  • Promotes quality assurance in all spheres of service delivery.
  • Initiates and participates in outreach services for the development of the community
  • Gives an inaugural lecture in the relevant discipline.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD in the relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution of higher learning
  • Should have demonstrated outstanding professional ability or exceptional academic capability in accordance with the Universities promotions policy for academic Staff.
  • Should have a good track record of relevant teaching, research, publication and service to the public of not less than seven (7) years three (3) of which should have been at the level of Associate Professor.
  • Should have the ability to provide academic leadership.
  • Should have at least seven (7) publications in the area of specialization in a referred Journals since promotion to the rank of Associate Professor.
  • Should have supervised at least five (5) Masters students to completion since promotion to Associate Professor.
  • The applicant shall be the first author for at least 50% of the 7 publications.

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 JOB TITLE              :         ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR-Business

Salary Scale           :         PU4 TNSc
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 02/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Head of department
Responsible for      :         Lower level Academic Staff in the relevant discipline

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To provide academic leadership and knowledge in the relevant discipline and lead the development and implementation of research and publications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares and delivers lectures to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings.
  • Promotes knowledge transfer of his/her subject through original work.
  • Guides and supervises students doing research.
  • Conducts seminars
  • Sets and marks tests, examinations and course work
  • Guides and advises students on their performance.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution of higher learning
  • Should have had at least seven (7) years of teaching experience three (3) of which should have been at a rank of Senior Lecturer in a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Should have had five (5) publications in the area of specialization in a recognized Journals since promotion to the rank of Senior Lecturer.
  • Should have supervised at least five (5) Masters Students to completion since promotion to Senior Lecturer.
  • The applicant shall be the first author for at least Two (2) of the publications.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :         SENIOR LECTURER-Civil Engineering (Structural)

Salary Scale           :         PU5TSc
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 03/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Head of department
Responsible for      :         Lower level Academic Staff in the relevant discipline

PURPOSE OF JOB

  • To teach, supervise students and conduct research and publish.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares well-researched lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
  • Sets tests, examinations and course work.
  • Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
  • Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
  • Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
  • Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
  • Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Should have proven academic ability in research, publication and teaching.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience at a recognized academic institution of higher learning, three (3) of which should have been at Lecturer level
  •  Should have had three (3) publications in the area of specialization since promotion to the rank of Lecturer Or
  • If the applicant is in the Department of Applied Design & Fine Art three (3) exhibitions in the international fora.
  • Should have supervised at least three (3) graduate students to completion since promotion to Lecturer.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :         LECTURER-Crop Science (Agronomy)

Salary Scale           :         PU6.1TSc
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.             :         EXT AD 04/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Senior Lecturer
Responsible for      :         Lower-level Academic Staff

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To conduct high quality research and teach undergraduate, postgraduate and research students as appropriate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
  • Sets tests, examinations and course work.
  • Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
  • Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
  • Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
  • Attends to students’ non-academic challenges and refers those that need further counseling and guidance.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
  • Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
  • Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Should have a Masters and Bachelors Degree in a relevant Discipline
  • Should have excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should have proven ability to conduct scholarly research.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have the ability to work in a team and network with the like-minded.
  • Should have at least two (2) years teaching experience at the level of Assistant Lecturer gained from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :      LECTURER-Culture & Heritage Studies

Salary Scale           :      PU6.1TNSc
No. of posts           :      01
Serial. No.             :      EXT AD 05/2/2026
Responsible to       :      Senior Lecturer
Responsible for      :      Lower-level Academic Staff

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To conduct high quality research and teach undergraduate, postgraduate and research students as appropriate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
  • Sets tests, examinations and course work.
  • Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
  • Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
  • Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
  • Attends to students’ non-academic challenges and refers those that need further counseling and guidance.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
  • Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
  • Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  1. Should have an earned PhD in a related field
  2. Should have a Masters and Bachelors Degree in a relevant Discipline
  • Should have excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  1. Should have proven ability to conduct scholarly research.
  2. Should be computer literate.
  3. Should have the ability to work in a team and network with the like-minded.
  4. Should have at least two (2) years teaching experience at the level of Assistant Lecturer gained from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  5. Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :         LECTURER – Open Learning

Salary Scale           :         PU6.1TNSc
Vacancies               :        01
Ref. No.                 :        EXT AD 06/02/2026
Responsible to       :        Senior Lecturer
Responsible for      :         Lower-level Academic Staff

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To conduct high quality research and teach undergraduate, postgraduate and research students as appropriate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
  • Sets tests, examinations and course work.
  • Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
  • Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
  • Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
  • Attends to students non-academic challenges and refers those that need further counseling and guidance.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
  • Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
  • Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD in either Teacher Education, E-Learning, Digital Pedagogy or Curriculum Management)
  • Should have a Should a Bachelor of Education Primary and Masters in either (Teacher Education, E-Learning, Digital Pedagogy, Curriculum Management)
  • Should have excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should have proven ability to conduct scholarly research.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have the ability to work in a team and network with the like-minded.
  • Should have at least two (2) years teaching experience at the level of Assistant Lecturer gained from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :         LECTURER- Law

Salary Scale           :         PU6.1TNSc
No. of posts            :        01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 07/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Senior Lecturer
Responsible for      :         Lower-level Academic Staff

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To conduct high quality research and teach undergraduate, postgraduate and research students as appropriate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
  • Sets tests, examinations and course work.
  • Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
  • Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
  • Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
  • Attends to students non-academic challenges and refers those that need further counseling and guidance.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
  • Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
  • Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD in a relevant discipline.
  • Should have excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should have proven ability to conduct scholarly research.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have the ability to work in a team and network with the like-minded.
  • Should have at least two (2) years teaching experience at the level of Assistant Lecturer gained from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              : LECTURER-Kiswahili

Salary Scale           : PU6.1TNSc
No. of posts:          : 01
Serial. No.             :  EXT AD 08/2/2026
Responsible to       : Senior Lecturer
Responsible for      : Lower-level Academic Staff

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To conduct high quality research and teach undergraduate, postgraduate and research students as appropriate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
  • Sets tests, examinations and course work.
  • Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
  • Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
  • Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
  • Attends to students’ non-academic challenges and refers those that need further counseling and guidance.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
  • Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
  • Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD in Kiswahili
  • Should have a Masters and Bachelors Degree in a relevant Discipline
  • Should have excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should have proven ability to conduct scholarly research.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have the ability to work in a team and network with the like-minded.

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JOB TITLE              :         LECTURER- Anaesthesia

Salary Scale           :         PU6.1TSc
No. of posts            :        01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 09/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Senior Lecturer
Responsible for      :         Lower-level Academic Staff

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To conduct high quality research and teach undergraduate, postgraduate and research students as appropriate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
  • Sets tests, examinations and course work.
  • Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
  • Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
  • Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
  • Attends to students’ non-academic challenges and refers those that need further counseling and guidance.
  • Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
  • Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
  • Conducts seminars and tutorials.
  • Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
  • Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have an earned PhD or Masters degree on PhD track in a relevant discipline.

OR

  • Master’s degree in Clinical Sciences
  • Should have excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should have proven ability to conduct scholarly research.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have the ability to work in a team and network with the like-minded.

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JOB TITLE              : ASSISTANT LECTURER-Law)

Salary Scale           : PU6.2TNSc
No. of posts            : 01
Serial. No.              : EXT AD 10/2/2026
Responsible to        : Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  • Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  • Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters degree in the relevant discipline.
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :          ASSISTANTLECTURER-Agri Business

Salary Scale           :         PU 6.2TSc
No. of posts            :          02
Serial. No.              :          EXT AD 11/2/2026
Responsible to        :          Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  • Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  • Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters degree in the relevant discipline.
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :         ASSISTANTLECTURER-Soil Science

Salary Scale           :         PU 6.2TSc
No. of posts           :          01
Serial. No.             :          EXT AD 12/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  • Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  • Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters degree in the relevant discipline.
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              : ASSISTANTLECTURER-Crop Science

Salary Scale           : PU 6.2TSc
No. of posts            : 01
Serial. No.              : EXT AD 13 /2/2026
Responsible to       :  Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  2. Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  3. Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  4. Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  5. Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  6. Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  7. Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters degree in the relevant discipline.
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE           : ASSISTANT LECTURER-Culture and Heritage Studies   

Salary Scale        :  PU 6.2TNSc
No. of posts        :  01
Serial. No.          :  EXT AD 14/2/2026
Responsible to    :  Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  • Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  • Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters degree in the relevant discipline.
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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TITLE                    :       ASSISTANT LECTURER-Tourism

Salary Scale          :       PU 6.2TNSc
No. of posts           :       01
Serial. No.             :       EXT AD 15/2/2026
Responsible to       :       Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  • Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  • Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters degree in the relevant discipline.
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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TITLE                    :       ASSISTANT LECTURER- Hospitality    

Salary Scale          :       PU 6.2TNSc
No. of posts           :       01
Serial. No.             :       EXT AD 16/2/2026
Responsible to       :       Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  • Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  • Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters degree in the relevant discipline.
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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TITLE                     :       ASSISTANT LECTURER-Open Learning (Languages)

Salary Scale          :        PU 6.2TNSc
No. of posts           :       01
Serial. No.             :       EXT AD 17/2/2026
Responsible to       :       Senior Lecturer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist the design, development and production of learning material and teaching.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists to prepare lecture material and conducts lectures to undergraduate students under the guidance of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in setting tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in marking tests and examinations scripts and compiling examinations results.
  • Assists in administering and invigilating tests, examinations and coursework.
  • Assists in supervising student projects under guidance and supervision of a Lecturer.
  • Assists in mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research.
  • Carries out official administrative duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Bachelor of Primary Education or Childhood Education and Masters degree in either (Teacher Education or English Language or Early Childhood )
  • Should have a high level of academic potential to pursue higher degrees.
  • Should have good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE              :         RECORDS OFFICER

Salary Scale           :         PU6.2 NTNSC
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 18/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Senior Records Officer
Responsible for      :         Assistant Records Officer

 PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To facilitate the Records Management function to ensure records security, appropriate maintenance and ease of accessibility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Initiates, develops and implements programs, procedures and strategies for the records section in line with University policies.
  • Develops work plans for records section in line with work targets.
  • Implements and evaluates the effectiveness and impact of records policies.
  • Sets up and monitors records management information systems or electronic data management systems.
  • Periodically audits the University records management system.
  • Coordinates the transition of records from semi current to archives.
  • Identifies and reports risks and hazards or where appropriate take action to eliminate or mitigate against the risk occurring again

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Masters Degree in Information Science, Records and Archives Management, Library and Information Science, Information Technology or any other related field.
  • Should have at least three (3) years working experience in records management in a reputable organization.
  • Should have organizational skills.
  • Should be computer literate.
  • Should have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills.

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JOB TITLE              :         ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Salary Scale           :         PU7 NTNSc
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 19/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Supervisor where deployed
Responsible for      :         Lower Level Administrative & Support Staff

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To support the supervision of provision of shared administrative support services to the University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervises the delivery of common user goods and services.
  • Coordinates mail, postage and courier services.
  • Oversees the management of guests where deployed.
  • Assists in the Unit where deployed in organizing events and ceremonies of a non-academic nature.
  • Compiles data and information for administrative decision making or speech preparation.
  • Follows up and reports on status of implementation of administrative decisions taken by either Management or Council.
  • Assists in assembling relevant administrative data or information as requested.
  • Supervises lower level administrative and support staff.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a degree in either Social Sciences, Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration, Management Science, Law, Commerce (Management option), Business Administration (Management option) or Business Studies (Management option) Public Administration or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • This is a graduate entry level position that does not require prior experience.  Any relevant experience however constitutes an added advantage.
  • Should have interpersonal skills.
  • Should be computer literate.

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JOB TITLE              :         ASSISTANT ESTATES OFFICER/ ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS

Salary Scale           :         PU7 NTSc
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 20/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Estates Officer/ Electrical and Electronics
Responsible for      :         N/A

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To support the design and implementation of electrical and electronics at the University and related projects.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supports the design and budgeting for electrical and electronics engineering works of the University.
  • Supervises routine installation, repair and maintenance of electrical and electronics facilities and reports accordingly.
  • Deploys staff to routine electrical and electronics engineering assignments, oversees and reports on their implementation.
  • Monitors, undertakes on-site supervision and reports on compliance of internally instituted electrical and electronics engineering projects to design specifications and standards of safety, emergency and security.
  • Offers technical and professional advice to the Estates Officer/ Electrical and Electronics on issues related to electrical and electronics engineering installations at the University.
  • Performs any other official duties as may be assigned.

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a degree in relevant field in Engineering from a recognized University.
  • Should be registered by a recognized professional body where required.
  • Should have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.

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JOB TITLE              :         ASSISTANT ESTATES OFFICER/ CIVIL

Salary Scale           :         PU7NTSc
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 21/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Senior Estates Officer/ Civil
Responsible for      :         Principal Technician/ Civil Clerk of Works

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To support the design and implementation of civil engineering works at the University and related activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supports the design and budgeting for civil engineering works at the University.
  • Supervises routine installation, repair and maintenance of civil engineering infrastructure and reports accordingly.
  • Deploys staff to routine civil engineering assignments, oversees and reports on their implementation.
  • Monitors, undertakes on-site supervision and reports on compliance of internally instituted civil engineering projects to design specifications and standards of safety, emergency and security.
  • Offers technical and professional advice to the Estates Officer/ Civil on issues related to civil engineering works at the University.
  • Performs any other official duties as may be assigned.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a degree in Civil Engineering or any other related field from a recognized University.
  • Should be registered by a recognized professional body where required.
  • Should have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
  • Should be computer literate.

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JOB TITLE              :         LIBRARY ASSISTANT

Salary Scale           :         PU7TNSc
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 22/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Assistant Librarian
Responsible for      :         Library Clerk

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist in providing routine and basic support services in the University Library.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists library users in locating required library materials and handles general inquiries about Library services.
  • Processes loaned and borrowed library materials.
  • Sorts, dusts and shelves books and other reading materials.
  • Maintains library records and performs security checks.
  • Opens and closes the library as stipulated.
  • Monitors the security of books, furniture and other assets of the library.
  • Assists with Library stock maintenance and presentation including shelf arrangement and mounting displays.
  • Operates reproduction equipment in the Library including photocopiers and scanners.

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Should have a Bachelor degree in Library or Information Science from a recognized institution.
  • Should have at least two (2) years working experience in library services of a reputable institution.
  • Should have good organizational skills and interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Computer literacy is an added advantage.

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JOB TITLE              :         ASSISTANT SPORTS OFFICER

Salary Scale           :         PU7 NTNSc
No. of posts           :         01
Serial. No.              :        EXT AD 23/2/2026
Responsible to       :         Sports Officer
Responsible for      :         N/A

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To assist in the conduct of sporting activities at the campus and off campus.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists in preparing students for participation in national, regional and international games and sporting events.
  • Implements sporting and recreational programs for the University.
  • Conducts physical exercises for the University Team.
  • Notifies the medical team of the physical condition of players for necessary action.
  • Supports the running of University sports tournaments and other sporting and recreational events.
  • Assists in coaching the University Teams in the relevant field of expertise.
  • Assists in managing the welfare of the University sports teams while on training.
  • Manages training kits and other equipment for sporting and recreational programs.
  • Assists in supervising support staff tending the sports grounds.
  • Performs any other official duties as assigned by the supervisor.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS 

  • Should have a degree in either Sports Science, Physical Education, Education, Sport and Exercise Psychology, Sports Management or Biological Sciences from a recognized institution.
  • Should have coaching qualifications in at least one game.
  • Working experience with students is an added advantage.
  • Should be a person of high moral character and integrity

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TECHNICIAN –FINE ART

Salary Scale       :    PU7NTSc
No. of posts       :    01
Serial. No.              : EXT AD 24/2/2026
Responsible to   :    Senior Technician
Responsible for  :    Senior Assistant Technician

Job Purpose:

To providing technical assistance in studios during departmental projects to ensure effective delivery of practical-based courses in areas such as ceramics, sculpture, painting, drawing, product design, graphic design, fashion and textiles, and other applied design disciplines.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Managing and preparing studios and workshops for practical teaching, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and readiness of equipment and materials.
  • Providing technical support to lecturers and students during practical classes, demonstrations, and workshops, including guidance on the proper use of tools, equipment, and artistic production techniques.
  • Operating, maintaining, and conducting basic repairs on workshop equipment and ensuring proper records of maintenance and usage are kept.
  • Managing workshop materials, tools, and consumables, including inventory control and supporting procurement by providing technical specifications.
  • Supporting students in practical assignments, exhibitions, research, fabrication, and final-year projects to achieve professional-quality outputs.
  • Assisting academic staff and students in research, innovation, prototyping, and the development of creative products while contributing to the improvement of production techniques and technologies.
  • Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards in all studio and workshop activities.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS 

  • Should have a degree in Fine Art or a relevant filed.
  • Practical skills and experience in art, design, fabrication, and studio practices.
  • Ability to operate and maintain creative production equipment.
  • Knowledge of occupational health and safety procedures.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with lecturers and students.
  • Problem-solving skills and willingness to support innovation and creative experimentation Submitted.

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POST                      : ENROLLED NURSE

Salary Scale           : PU13NTSc
No. of posts           :  01
Serial. No.              : EXT AD 25/2/2026
Responsible to       : Assistant Nursing Officer

Job Purpose:

An enrolled nurse shall work under Assistant Nursing Officer to provide patient care in clinical and other medical settings in helping to create patient care plans, providing practical day-to-day assistance to patients and monitoring their vital signs, and working with other medical professionals to ensure the best treatment outcome for patients.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • working under the supervision
  • performing physical exams, including checking patients’ pulse, temperature and blood pressure
  • assisting patients with mobility issues with personal hygiene tasks
  • working with registered nurses, doctors and other healthcare providers to create a patient care plan
  • writing patient notes
  • providing first aid in medical emergencies

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  • Certificate in Nursing from a recognized institution.
  • Registered with Uganda Nursing and Midwifery Council
  • Proven experience working as Enrolled Nurse.
  • empathetic and caring towards patients
  • organized and have excellent communication skills
  • able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • resilient and able to spend long shifts on feet
  • professional with a strong work ethics
  • work as part of a team to achieve the best patient outcomes

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JOB TITLE              :         SECURITY GUARD

Salary Scale           :         PU15NTNSc
No. of posts           :         04
Serial. No.             :         EXT AD 26/2/2026
Responsible to       :         SECURITY GUARD SUPERVISOR
Responsible for      :         N/A

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

  • To guard the places where deployed and implement all approved security protocols.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Guards and patrols places where deployed.
  • Checks lock up of premises at the close of the day.
  • Checks vehicles, persons, luggage or packages according to the established security policies and security protocol of the University.
  • Maintains register at the security entry points.
  • Apprehends and questions suspicious persons.
  • Directs clients to their inquired destinations on the University premises in accordance with the security protocols.
  • Reports infringements to security including theft, burglary, vandalism and disturbances to public order to the Supervisor.
  • Performs any other official duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

 PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

  1. Should have Uganda Certificate of Education.
  2. Should be ready to undergo training in basic policing duties.
  3. Able bodied Ugandan.
  4. Should be disciplined with no criminal record

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Application Procedure

Applications for all advertised positions shall be submitted strictly through the Kabale University Online Recruitment System. Applicants are required to create their profiles, complete the online application form and upload all the required supporting documents through the recruitment portal.

Online Recruitment Portal: https://jobs.kab.ac.ug/

Applicants should ensure that they upload the following documents:

  • An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates
  • Names and telephone contacts of three referees
  • Any other relevant supporting documents as required

Please note that applications submitted in hard copy will not be accepted. The University will only consider applications successfully submitted through the Online Recruitment System before the deadline.

The deadline for submission of online applications is Thursday, 7 August 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Important Notice

  • Applications must be submitted only through the Kabale University Online Recruitment System.
  • No hard copy applications will be received or considered.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • Successful applicants shall be subjected to a background check.
  • Kabale University is an Equal Opportunities Organization.

Comments (3)

  • KARUNGI MONICA Reply

    Thank you for the advert, I am speciised in sSocial studies Education Masters in Teacher education.
    I am in my second year, completed theory , now on research, University; Kyambogo University, I did my degree at Kabale University graduated in 20217, if given opportunity I can handle students pursuing diploma and degree in primary education Social Studies. If that program is handled in the university.
    Thank you.

    July 26, 2026 at 9:53 pm
  • Julie Sheilae Reply

    Can a midwife apply also?

    July 27, 2026 at 10:52 am
  • Kyomugisha Ronah Reply

    Will interviews be also conducted via online or it will be physical

    July 27, 2026 at 11:50 am

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