UBOS Announces Deadline Extension for Census Job Applications Amidst Applicant Feedback

AfriCareers

13 August 2024

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In response to a wave of feedback from applicants, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has announced an extension to the application deadline for census enumerator and supervisor positions. This move comes as a relief to many who faced challenges during the initial application process.

UBOS Announces Deadline Extension for Census Job Applications Amidst Applicant Feedback

A Second Chance for Aspiring Census Workers

The UBOS has taken a proactive stance in ensuring that all potential candidates have a fair opportunity to be considered for the upcoming census roles. The new deadline, set for April 12th, 2024, provides additional time for applicants to rectify any issues and submit their applications.

Addressing the Concerns

The decision to extend the deadline was not taken lightly. It reflects UBOS’s commitment to a transparent and equitable recruitment process. The bureau has acknowledged the complaints, which ranged from technical difficulties on the application portal to concerns over the shortlisting of unqualified candidates and reports of solicitation for money in exchange for interviews.

Ensuring Fair Play

UBOS Executive Director Chris Mukiza has emphasized the organization’s dedication to fair employment practices. He assured that the extension is aimed at addressing evidence-based complaints effectively and reiterated that the final selection of candidates will be based solely on interview performance.

Looking Forward

With the new deadline in place, UBOS has adjusted the census timetable accordingly, with interviews now set to begin on April 15th, 2024. This extension is a testament to UBOS’s responsiveness to public input and its resolve to conduct a comprehensive and inclusive national census.