Senior Assistant Secretary

About the role

The Uganda Heart Institute is looking for a Senior Assistant Secretary in Kampala to provide day-to-day administrative services that support the effective operation, review and implementation of government and institutional policies.

Key responsibilities

• Take minutes during executive, management and committee meetings.
• Participate in protocol and official event arrangements.
• Provide administrative support to departments and units within the entity.
• Oversee the proper use and maintenance of institutional assets, vehicles and facilities.
• Help organise national celebrations, conferences and stakeholder engagements.
• Supervise administrative support staff.

Required profile

• Honours Bachelor's degree in Arts, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration (SWSA), Management Science, Law, Commerce (management option), Business Administration (management option) or a related field from a recognised institution.
• Administrative Officer's Law Course certificate.
• Postgraduate diploma in Public Administration, Management, Development Administration or a related field from a recognised institution.
• At least three years of experience at the level of Assistant Secretary or an equivalent administrative level in government or a reputable organisation.