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Senior Officer Outreach & Advocacy job at UBOS | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
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Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is the national statistical agency mandated to coordinate, supervise, and monitor the National Statistical System (NSS) to ensure the production of quality, timely, and relevant official statistics for informed decision-making and national development. With a strong reputation for statistical excellence and integrity, UBOS plays a critical role in shaping Uganda’s socio-economic planning by providing data used by government, private sector, civil society, and development partners.
The organization fosters a professional and collaborative work culture that values competence, integrity, and innovation, offering diverse career opportunities, structured training programs, and flexible work arrangements to enhance employee growth and effectiveness. Established by the UBOS Act of 1998, the Bureau has evolved into a modern data-centric institution that leverages advanced technology and international best practices in data collection, analysis, and dissemination. Its business model focuses on decentralization and inclusivity, with statistical offices across all regions of Uganda ensuring nationwide coverage and accessibility.
UBOS is grounded in core values of professionalism, objectivity, user-focus, and accountability, and is committed to corporate social responsibility through promoting statistical literacy, engaging with communities during census and surveys, and supporting evidence-based governance. For more information, visit www.ubos.org.
Senior Officer Outreach & Advocacy job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics
Uganda Bureau of Statistics
Supervise, mentor, develop and conduct performance appraisals of staff in the department.
Prepare and submit timely accountability for resources. Perform any other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
Initiate the design, review and implement advocacy and outreach strategy for the Bureau.
Organize regular user satisfaction inquires for UBOS statistical products and services
Draft advocacy and outreach materials and messages.
Mobilize and sensitize stakeholders for participation in statistical activities in the NSS.
Plan and organize the Bureau’s participation in national events to increase visibility for UBOS’ products.
Prepare the section’s budget, workplan, and procurement plan.
Supervise, mentor, develop and conduct performance appraisals of staff in the department.
Prepare and submit timely accountability for resources.
Perform any other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time
• Three (3) years working experience at officer level.
Qualifications:
• An honors degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, Mass Communication, Library and Information Science or relevant field.
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration and Management, Public Relations, Mass Communication or relevant field is an added advantage.
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