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Executive Secretary Job at Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST)
Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST)
Job Description
The UNCST is inviting applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, experienced, and visionary individuals for the position of Executive Secretary based in Kampala. The ideal candidate should provide strategic, financial, and administrative leadership to UNCST.
The Executive Secretary (ES) is responsible for the overall strategic direction, thought leadership, institutional development, resource mobilisation, and operational excellence of the Council. The role demands a dynamic leader capable of translating national aspirations into impactful STI programs, policies, and innovations that contribute to Uganda’s overall STI goals.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Spearhead the strategic vision and long-term growth of UNCST, ensuring alignment with national development plans and global STI trends.
- Be responsible for the day-to-day administration and financial operations of UNCST.
- Spearhead the necessary reforms to transform and align the UNCST to become an effective Scientific Regulatory Agency which supports Industrial STI and productive STI, rebranding the national STI regulatory ecosystem to support safe R&D and access to STI products on the market.
- Develop and implement a framework to build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Serve on the UNCST Council and be responsible for keeping the Council informed of the activities of UNCST. The Executive Secretary will ensure that Council resolutions are implemented.
- Provide direction in establishing a sound human capital strategy and resources for the institution that build and ensure a work environment that attracts, retains, and supports a quality, motivated workforce.
- Initiate, develop and implement a framework for resource mobilisation and fundraising for research and STI activities in the country.
- Prepare quarterly reports, both narrative and financial, for timely presentation to the Governing Council and other key stakeholders.
- Oversee the public relations function of the Council and be responsible for the promotion of the corporate image of UNCST.
- Develop and monitor the implementation of the framework, policies, and strategies to guide the execution of UNCST Procurement and Disposal activities.
- Enhance STI impact in Uganda by focusing the UNCST program implementation to meet the national research agenda and priorities, and promoting apt research and technology that will lead to a vibrant Science industry in Uganda.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit duly signed application letters, certified copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts and a curriculum vitae giving full details of the applicant’s education, qualifications, experience (with evidence), naming three referees, plus their postal, email and telephone contacts.
All applications must be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Future Options Consulting Ltd, Kampala and must be received by email vacancy@futureoptions.org not later than 5:00 pm Ugandan time on Monday, 23rd March 2026.
Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
“UNCST is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any recruitment fees”.
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