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Job Summary

Job Title:
Election Officer/Assistant District Election Administrator
Employer:
Electoral Commission of Uganda
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Administrative jobs
Number of Positions:
15
Deadline:
Friday, 17 January 2025

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About the Organisation

The Electoral Commission of Uganda, also Uganda Electoral Commission, is a constitutionally established organ of the Government of Uganda, whose mandate is to “organise and conduct regular, free and fair elections” in the country, in an +efficient, professional and impartial manner. It was established under Article 60 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda

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Uganda

The Electoral Commission of Uganda is an independent body established to oversee and manage electoral processes in Uganda, with a mission to ensure free, fair, and credible elections, as well as uphold the democratic rights of citizens to participate in the political process. Renowned for its vital role in strengthening democracy, the Commission has earned recognition both locally and internationally for its commitment to transparency, impartiality, and integrity in electoral management.

The Electoral Commission fosters a professional, transparent, and inclusive work culture, prioritizing staff development, innovation, and collaboration, and offers diverse job opportunities across various sectors, with flexible work arrangements for those dedicated to advancing democratic governance. Since its establishment in 1995, the Commission has continuously evolved, incorporating technology and best practices to enhance the electoral process, including innovations such as biometric voter registration and electronic results transmission.

Operating nationwide with regional offices across Uganda, the Electoral Commission is driven by core values of independence, fairness, transparency, and accountability, ensuring that the electoral process remains a foundation for peace and political stability. Its corporate social responsibility initiatives include voter education, youth engagement, and promoting gender equality in political participation. For more information, visit www.ec.or.ug.

Are you looking for administrative jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Election Officer/Assistant District Election Administrator job at Electoral Commission of Uganda

Full Time

Deadline: 

17 Jan 2025

Job Title

15 Election Officer/Assistant District Election Administrator job at Electoral Commission of Uganda

Electoral Commission of Uganda

Job Description

Job Title:  Election Officer/Assistant District Election Administrator – 15 No Experience Jobs

Organisation: The Electoral Commission

Duty Station:  Any District Electoral Commission Office in Uganda, Uganda

Reports to: District Election Administrator/ Returning Officer

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

All qualified and interested applicants can apply.

Applications with comprehensively typed CVs showing the applicant’s contact address with day time telephone numbers, addresses and day time telephone numbers of three referees, copies of certified academic transcripts and certificates should be sent to the Human Resource Office/Central Registry or mailed to the address indicated below

Envelopes should be clearly marked at the top with the words “Application for the post of ASSISTANT DISTRICT ELECTION ADMINISTRATOR”

Head, Human Resource Management,

Electoral Commission,

P.O. Box 22678,

Kampala.

Deadline: 17th January 2025

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How to Apply

  • Assist in drawing and implementing work plans for the District Electoral Commission office;

  • Maintaining records for the District Electoral Commission equipment and reusable materials;

  • Compiling periodic District Electoral Commission reports;

  • Assisting in supervision of subordinate staff;

  • Monitoring electoral activities in the district; nominations, campaigns and polling;

  • Co-signatory to the district Electoral Commission bank account;

  • Counter signing payment vouchers;

  • Minute Secretary to District meetings;

  • Any other official duties as assigned.

15 Election Officer/Assistant District Election Administrator job at Electoral Commission of Uganda

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Minimum Qualifications:

  • Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Honors Bachelors Degree in Arts, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Education, Business Administration, Law, IT, Procurement or a related field in Humanities from a recognized University/ Institution.


Preferred skills, competencies and personal attributes:

  • High moral character and integrity

  • Ability to command respect.

  • Self-motivated and strategic thinker

  • Knowledge of Government Policies and Administrative Procedures.

  • Excellent written and spoken English with strong report writing and presentation skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal and team work skills.

  • Capacity to work with senior personalities in different occupations.

  • Analytical and problem solving skills.

  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure.

  • Age: Between Twenty one (21) years and forty five (45) years


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