National Planning Authority Senior Planner Economic Governance and Management Jobs in Uganda

National Planning Authority Senior Planner Economic Governance and Management Jobs in Uganda


The National Planning Authority (NPA) was established by an Act of Parliament No.15 of 2002 in compliance with article 125 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda (1995). Accordingly, it is the principal statutory agency responsible for the management of national and decentralized development planning in Uganda.

The primary function of the Authority is to produce comprehensive and integrated development plans for the country elaborated in terms of the perspective Vision, Long and Medium-term Plans.

Through its external sourcing strategies and career offers, NPA Executive Authority is desirous of filling selected vacancies to strengthen its human resources capacity by recruiting dynamic and self-motivated professional individuals to complement its current staff in the effective and efficient
implementation of its mandate. The offer is open to interested professionals with the required qualifications, experience, competencies, skills and the right work attitude. A competitive and attractive remuneration package is attached to each position.

To produce and disseminate the Economic
Governance and Management thematic area
reports, and coordinate the integration of the
APRM Programme of Action (POA) activities as
contained in the thematic area into the National Development Plan.

The incumbent will also support the APRM
Governing Council with monitoring and
evaluation of the POA implementation.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare the thematic area components of
    the APRM Country Self-Assessment
    Reports, Country Review Reports and
    APRM National Programme of Action
  • Ensure implementation of Economic
    Governance and Management issues in the
    National Development Planning processes;
  • Ensure shared national indicators for
    Economic Governance and Management
    are in place for monitoring progress;
  • Work with the sector focal points and local
    government structures to ensure that the
    POA prioritized actions and indicators in
    the Economic Governance and Management thematic area are incorporated in the sector strategic plans, annual budgets and work plan
  • Review annual the sector budget framework
    papers to ensure that the POA prioritized actions on Economic Governance and Management are included.
  • Review the POA activities in this thematic area and align them with the National budget priorities
  • Track implementation of POA activities that are incorporated in the National Development plan
  • Prepare and produce Annual monitoring reports for the APRM Governing Council
  • Support advocacy and dissemination of the
    Country Review Report at national and subnational levels
  • Provide support and work closely with the
    National Governing Council, especially the
    relevant thematic area committee
  • Perform any other duties as and when directed by the relevant authority.

    Requirements

  • Hon. first degree majoring in any of the
    following fields: Economics, Law,
    Democratic Governance, Public Policy,
    Management Studies, Public Administration
    and Management, Business Administration
    and Management, Development Planning,
    Economic Policy and Planning, Development
    Economics, Statistics or a closely related
    discipline from a recognized University;
  • A
    Masters’ Degree and first degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Law,
    Democratic Governance, Public Policy,
    Management Studies, Public Administration
    and Management, Business Administration and
    Management, Development Planning,
    Economic Policy and Planning, Development
    Economics, Statistics or a closely related
    discipline from a recognized University;
    Added advantage
  • PhD degree in a related field will be an
    added advantage.
  • At least 6 years working experience in
    democratic governance or in a similar position,
    and at least 4 years of which must be at Senior
    level in a reputable organization;
  • Must have a good working knowledge of public sector management, Policy development and other related areas;
  • Must have a good understanding of democratic governance at both national and International levels
  • Evidence of developing and sustaining linkages, working with stakeholders, and liaising with government MDAs and development partners;

    How to Apply

    NB Canvassing or any attempt thereof will lead to immediate disqualification.
    Applicants are to forward two sets of applications with detailed curriculum vitae, including phone and email contacts; photocopies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts addressed to:

    The Executive Director,
    National Planning Authority,
    P.O.BOX 21434
    Kampala Uganda;

    Planning – House Plot 17 Clement Hill Road.
    Note:

  • The preferred method of applications’ is recorded delivery through the NPA Front Desk / Reception. However, candidates using post office should post early enough to avoid late deliveries and retrievals from post office beyond the closing date.
  • “NPA” is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants with the relevant experience and qualifications are encouraged to apply
    for positions of their choice.
    (c) Shortlisted candidates shall be notified through their email addresses and or phone contacts indicated in their applications or CVs.
  • Academic documents for the successful candidates will be vetted their authenticity and background checks conducted before considered for appointment into the Authority.
  • The successful candidates will be offered contracts in accordance with NPA guidelines.
  • Advertised positions not filled thereafter will remain open until when filled.
  • A detailed advert is accessible on NPA website under opportunities on www.npa.go.ug.
  • The closing date for receipt of applications at NPA (both: hand delivered, post office & courier) shall be Friday 8th November, 2019 at 16:55 hours.

    For more information and job application details, see; National Planning Authority Senior Planner Economic Governance and Management Jobs in Uganda

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