Senior Social Protection Inclusion Officer
Full time @Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development posted 6 minutes ago in Government Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 20397
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Government
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD), under the National Child Disability Assistance Programme NCDAP invites suitable applicants to fill the positions below, to complement the existing National, Regional and District level expertise
in disability.
Job Title: Senior Social Protection Inclusion Officer
- Job Title (Alternate): Social Protection Inclusion Manager
- No. of Vacancies: One (01)
- Reports to: Commissioner Disability & Elderly
- Duty Station: National level with frequent field travel
- Responsible for:
- Disability Inclusion Officers
Job Purpose
To lead in designing, implementing, and monitoring policies and programs aimed at reducing poverty, vulnerability, and social exclusion marginalized such as Children with Disabilities, Youth with Disabilities, Adults with Disabilities and Older Persons.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Leading the design, review and implementation of child, older persons and disability-responsive social protection
- Guiding on periodic reviews for integration of Persons with Disabilities of different age groups and Older Persons across the Government sectors
- Developing and evaluating referral pathways (medical and non-medical) for effective multi-sectorial and multi-level rehabilitation services
- Supporting inclusion across sectors (health, education, social care, ICT) in line with Global, regional and national commitments
- Capacity building on disability inclusion and social protection for the vulnerable groups and those at risk among Older Persons and Persons with Disabilities
- Conducting, disseminating and implementing research recommendations on minimum inclusion and affirmative action requirements by Persons with Disabilities and Older Persons
- Supporting development and review of policies and operational guidelines for improved welfare of Persons with Disabilities and Older Persons
- Conducting programme evaluations and performance reviews for improved programme outcomes
- Strengthening linkages between the Ministry and rehabilitation service providers
- Guiding on strengthening management information system for the different programs for effective referral and meaningful inclusion
- Mobilizing resources to expand disability and Older Persons inclusion programs and affirmative actions
- Strengthening implementation and reviews of the Community based disability inclusive development (CBDID) approaches
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Social Work and Administration, Community Based Rehabilitation, Social Gerontology or Disability Studies
- Master’s degree in Disability Studies or Social Gerontology is a must
- Post Graduate qualification in M&E will be an added advantage
Experience
- At least 10 years working experience on inclusion and rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities and Older Person’s related work
- A minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in designing and implementing CBDID approaches or social protection programs or research on vulnerable groups (Older Persons and Persons with Disabilities) is a must
- Evidence on social protection or rehabilitation work/research experience (links, pictures, reports, etc.) should be attached as part of the application attachments
Competencies
- Disability inclusion and rights-based programming
- Leadership and policy analysis
- Programme design and review
- Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
- Strong facilitation and communication skills
Interested eligible applicants should submit applications including a cover letter, current Curriculum Vitae, a copy of the National ID, and copies of Academic Certificates and Certified Transcripts, to Email: ncdap@mglsd.go.ug not later than 17: 00hrs on Friday 22nd May, 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Details of the job descriptions are attached, and can be accessed by clicking the button below to download the PDF.
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- Eligible Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development
Gender and Labour House, Plot 2, George Street,
P.O. Box 7136, KAMPALA
Tel: +256 414 673 526
Email: ncdap@mglsd.go.ug
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