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Principal Research Officer – CPD & Extension (Re-advertised)

Full time @Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE) posted 13 minutes ago in Education Email Job

Job Detail

  • Job ID 24633
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Education
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

Principal Research Officer – CPD & Extension (Re-advertised)

Salary Scale: PU5

Reports to: Chief -Research and Extension

Responsible for:

  • Senior Research Officer (Extension)

Reference No.: PRO-UNITE-2026(4)

Job Purpose

To supervise the administration of extension programmes and activities.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Initiates, submits and follows-up grant proposals for CPDs.
  • Supports the development and implementation of the CPD framework and programmes.
  • Participates in organizing and attending CPD research engagements and reports to Supervisor.
  • Participates in organizing and attending conferences, workshops and seminars on CPDs.
  • Supports the organisation of meetings on the management of CPD research and extension programmes and activities.
  • Liaises with the Finance Unit to track and ensure the planned flow of funds to recipients and proper maintenance of disbursement records.
  • Analyses information and reports on CPD research and extension programmes and activities to supervisor.
  • Compile and analyse feedback on CPDs and Extension activities.
  • Supervise, mentor and appraise staff in the Research and Extension Unit.
Person Specifications

Qualifications

  • An Honors Bachelor’s degree in Education from a recognized Institution.
  • Master’s degree in Education from a recognized Institution.

Working Experience

  • A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in developing, implementing and evaluating Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
  • At least three (3) Years’ experience in implementing the competence based curriculum with a recognised Education Institution, Government/Non-Government Organisation or agency.
Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit five (5) hard copies of their application in a sealed application package containing the following documents:

  • A signed application letter clearly indicating the position applied for and the Job Reference Number in the subject line.
  • A detailed, up-to-date, and signed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including current contact details and the names and contacts of three (3) referees (Academic, Professional, and Personal). One referee must be the applicant’s current or most recent employer. Referees should send confidential reference letters directly to jobs@unite.ac.ug.
  • Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
  • Equated certificates from the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) for all foreign academic qualifications.
  • A copy of the National Identity Card (NIN).
  • Copies of previous appointment letters.
  • Serving officers must attach copies of their current payslips.

Applicants should clearly indicate “Application for the Post of ……………” on the envelope.

Applications that are incorrectly addressed or do not include the required documents will not be considered.

Additional Information
  • Age Limit: Applicants should be 45 years or below at the time of application, except for the position of Dean of Students, where the maximum age is 55 years.
  • Tenure of Appointment: Positions on Salary Scales PU1–PU3 are offered on a contract basis. Positions on Salary Scales PU4–PU15 are permanent, subject to successful completion of a six-month probationary period.
  • Detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications are available on the Institute’s website: www.unite.ac.ug.
Submission of Applications

Applications should be delivered physically to the address below not later than 18th August 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (East African Time).

The Secretary, Appointments Board
Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE)
Kira Municipality
P.O. Box 7112
Kampala

Important Notes
  • UNITE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation, such as a helper or sign language interpreter, are encouraged to indicate this in their application to facilitate the necessary arrangements.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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