Deputy Principal, College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity
2026-06-22T06:15:58+00:00
Makerere University
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Education, and Training
Management, Education
2026-07-06T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
Makerere University, Uganda’s premier institution of higher learning and one of Africa’s leading research universities, invites applications from suitably qualified and distinguished individuals for the positions of Principal and Deputy Principal in the Colleges listed below. The University seeks visionary leaders with demonstrated academic excellence, strategic leadership, and a commitment to institutional transformation. This advertisement is for the positions of:
A Deputy Principal is the Deputy Head of a College, as established by the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions (Management of Colleges and Other Academic Units of Makerere University) Statute, 2026.
Purpose of the job
The Deputy Principal deputises the Principal of a College and performs such other duties as may be assigned by the Principal in accordance with the laid down procedures of Makerere University.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
- Possess a PhD or any other academic Doctorate from a lawfully recognised institution in a discipline offered at the College where the applicant intends to lead.
- Be at the rank of Senior Lecturer and above in an institution whose academic ranking is comparable to that of Makerere University, as accepted by the Makerere University Senate.
- Applicants at the rank of Senior Lecturer should not be above 56 years of age at the time of application.
- Applicants at the rank of Associate Professor should not be above 61 years of age at the time of application.
- Applicants at the rank of Professor should not be above 66 years of age at the time of application.
Experience needed
- At least five (5) years of senior academic leadership at the level of Head of Department and/or its equivalent or higher in a recognised institution comparable to that of Makerere University, as accepted by the Makerere University Senate.
- Demonstrated experience in managing budgets exceeding UGG 100,000,000 (One Hundred Million Uganda Shillings), ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
- Proven ability to mobilise resources, secure grants, and attract external funding to support institutional growth.
- Experience in handling procurement and asset management, ensuring transparency and value for money.
- Experience in leading workforce planning, recruitment, and talent development strategies, ensuring a high-performance institutional culture.
- Track record of mobilising resources for research and other academic activities.
- Evidence of capacity to network locally and globally.
- Experience in integrating ICT solutions in academic, financial and administrative operations, improving service delivery and efficiency.
- Experience in students’ mentorship and managing student grievances.
- Experience in building partnerships with government agencies, donors, private sector investors, and international organisations to enhance institutional funding.
- Evidence of supervision of at least five (5) postgraduate students (Masters and PhD) to completion. At least one (1) of the students must have been at the PhD level.
- Evidence of publication of a minimum of eight (8) papers in peer-reviewed journals within the disciplines offered within the College where the candidate intends to lead.
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
- High level of integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership, with a record of financial prudence.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, backed by evidence of successfully managing complex academic challenges.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement.
- A visionary leader with the ability to drive academic excellence, financial sustainability, administrative efficiency, and institutional growth.
The appointment shall be for a term of four (4) years and may be eligible for renewal for re-appointment for one further term, in accordance with the applicable laws, policies, and procedures of Makerere University.
Salary Scale: PU4
Makerere University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified individuals regardless of gender, disability, or other legally protected status. The University is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and excellence in all its activities.
THIS ADVERT CANCELS THE EARLIER ISSUED ADVERT DATED 17TH JUNE 2026
* PhD or any other academic Doctorate from a lawfully recognised institution in a discipline offered at the College where the applicant intends to lead. * Senior Lecturer and above in an institution whose academic ranking is comparable to that of Makerere University, as accepted by the Makerere University Senate. * Applicants at the rank of Senior Lecturer should not be above 56 years of age at the time of application. * Applicants at the rank of Associate Professor should not be above 61 years of age at the time of application. * Applicants at the rank of Professor should not be above 66 years of age at the time of application. * At least five (5) years of senior academic leadership at the level of Head of Department and/or its equivalent or higher in a recognised institution comparable to that of Makerere University, as accepted by the Makerere University Senate. * Demonstrated experience in managing budgets exceeding UGG 100,000,000 (One Hundred Million Uganda Shillings), ensuring financial sustainability and accountability. * Proven ability to mobilise resources, secure grants, and attract external funding to support institutional growth. * Experience in handling procurement and asset management, ensuring transparency and value for money. * Experience in leading workforce planning, recruitment, and talent development strategies, ensuring a high-performance institutional culture. * Track record of mobilising resources for research and other academic activities. * Evidence of capacity to network locally and globally. * Experience in integrating ICT solutions in academic, financial and administrative operations, improving service delivery and efficiency. * Experience in students’ mentorship and managing student grievances. * Experience in building partnerships with government agencies, donors, private sector investors, and international organisations to enhance institutional funding. * Evidence of supervision of at least five (5) postgraduate students (Masters and PhD) to completion. At least one (1) of the students must have been at the PhD level. * Evidence of publication of a minimum of eight (8) papers in peer-reviewed journals within the disciplines offered within the College where the candidate intends to lead. * High level of integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership, with a record of financial prudence. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, backed by evidence of successfully managing complex academic challenges. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. * A visionary leader with the ability to drive academic excellence, financial sustainability, administrative efficiency, and institutional growth.
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Vacancy title:
Deputy Principal, College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Management, Education]
Jobs at:
Makerere University
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 6 2026
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
Makerere University, Uganda’s premier institution of higher learning and one of Africa’s leading research universities, invites applications from suitably qualified and distinguished individuals for the positions of Principal and Deputy Principal in the Colleges listed below. The University seeks visionary leaders with demonstrated academic excellence, strategic leadership, and a commitment to institutional transformation. This advertisement is for the positions of:
A Deputy Principal is the Deputy Head of a College, as established by the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions (Management of Colleges and Other Academic Units of Makerere University) Statute, 2026.
Purpose of the job
The Deputy Principal deputises the Principal of a College and performs such other duties as may be assigned by the Principal in accordance with the laid down procedures of Makerere University.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
- Possess a PhD or any other academic Doctorate from a lawfully recognised institution in a discipline offered at the College where the applicant intends to lead.
- Be at the rank of Senior Lecturer and above in an institution whose academic ranking is comparable to that of Makerere University, as accepted by the Makerere University Senate.
- Applicants at the rank of Senior Lecturer should not be above 56 years of age at the time of application.
- Applicants at the rank of Associate Professor should not be above 61 years of age at the time of application.
- Applicants at the rank of Professor should not be above 66 years of age at the time of application.
Experience needed
- At least five (5) years of senior academic leadership at the level of Head of Department and/or its equivalent or higher in a recognised institution comparable to that of Makerere University, as accepted by the Makerere University Senate.
- Demonstrated experience in managing budgets exceeding UGG 100,000,000 (One Hundred Million Uganda Shillings), ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
- Proven ability to mobilise resources, secure grants, and attract external funding to support institutional growth.
- Experience in handling procurement and asset management, ensuring transparency and value for money.
- Experience in leading workforce planning, recruitment, and talent development strategies, ensuring a high-performance institutional culture.
- Track record of mobilising resources for research and other academic activities.
- Evidence of capacity to network locally and globally.
- Experience in integrating ICT solutions in academic, financial and administrative operations, improving service delivery and efficiency.
- Experience in students’ mentorship and managing student grievances.
- Experience in building partnerships with government agencies, donors, private sector investors, and international organisations to enhance institutional funding.
- Evidence of supervision of at least five (5) postgraduate students (Masters and PhD) to completion. At least one (1) of the students must have been at the PhD level.
- Evidence of publication of a minimum of eight (8) papers in peer-reviewed journals within the disciplines offered within the College where the candidate intends to lead.
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
- High level of integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership, with a record of financial prudence.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, backed by evidence of successfully managing complex academic challenges.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement.
- A visionary leader with the ability to drive academic excellence, financial sustainability, administrative efficiency, and institutional growth.
The appointment shall be for a term of four (4) years and may be eligible for renewal for re-appointment for one further term, in accordance with the applicable laws, policies, and procedures of Makerere University.
Salary Scale: PU4
Makerere University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified individuals regardless of gender, disability, or other legally protected status. The University is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and excellence in all its activities.
THIS ADVERT CANCELS THE EARLIER ISSUED ADVERT DATED 17TH JUNE 2026
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Job application procedure
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Interested individuals for the positions of Principal or Deputy Principal should submit the following documents sealed in an envelope addressed to the University Secretary:
- A signed letter of application;
- Certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts;
- The curriculum vitae of the candidate;
- Three (3) letters of recommendation;
- Copies of the required minimum number of publications;
- Copies of letters of appointment to leadership positions at the level of Head of Department and/or its equivalent or higher in a recognised institution comparable to that of Makerere University;
- A copy of the applicant’s national ID or passport; and,
- A copy of the last letter of clearance from the Inspectorate of Government or other equivalent national body.
The deadline for applications is 6th July 2026 at 5:00 p.m East African Time.
Applications should be hand-delivered to:
The University Secretary
Makerere University
Main Administration Building,
Level 2, University Secretary’s Office
Or submitted via mail
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