School Doctor (Re-advertised)

Makerere University Business School (MUBS) is a Public Tertiary Institution established under the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act (UOTIA), Cap. 262, and academically affiliated to Makerere University. The School seeks to attract and retain highly qualified and committed professionals who will thrive in a collegial, diverse, and supportive environment that upholds integrity, accountability, and service excellence.

Reports to: School Secretary  |  Salary Scale: PU 4  |  Tenure: Five (5) year contract, renewable subject to good performance. (Re-advertised)

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The School Doctor shall serve as Head of the School Health Services Centre, a fully-fledged department under the Office of the School Secretary, responsible for the delivery of medical, preventive, and health promotion services to the MUBS community, ensuring compliance with the UOTIA (Cap. 262), Public Service Standing Orders, Ministry of Health guidelines, and Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Plan, organize, and supervise the delivery of comprehensive medical services within the School Health Services Centre, including preventive, promotive, and curative care.
2. Provide medical diagnosis, treatment, and appropriate referrals in line with national treatment guidelines and professional standards.
3. Develop and implement institutional health policies, protocols, and emergency preparedness plans aligned with Ministry of Health and MUBS requirements.
4. Promote public health and wellness programmes for students and staff, including disease prevention, mental health, reproductive health, and health education.
5. Supervise and appraise medical, nursing, and support staff, ensuring professionalism, competence, and continuous professional development.
6. Ensure compliance with occupational health, infection prevention, and environmental health standards.
7. Maintain proper medical records, health statistics, and reporting systems, submitting periodic reports to the School Secretary and relevant Council Committees.
8. Advise Management on health trends, risks, and interventions to support institutional resilience and wellbeing.
9. Coordinate with external health partners, regulators, and development partners to strengthen referral networks.
10. Carry out any other professional or administrative duties as assigned by the School Secretary or Principal.

Person Specification (Mandatory Requirements)

• An MBChB degree (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) from a recognized institution.
• A Master’s degree in Medicine in any clinical specialty (e.g., Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Paediatrics, Surgery) from a recognized University.
• Full and current registration with a valid practising license from the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC).
• At least five (5) years working as a Medical Officer in an academic medical facility (university health centre, teaching hospital, or tertiary institution health service).
• Must have held a position of Clinical Head, Senior Medical Officer, or equivalent supervisory role in a health facility.
• A valid Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) from the Uganda Revenue Authority.
• Must be a citizen of Uganda, minimum 35 years of age, with no record of professional misconduct or disciplinary sanction.
• Added advantage: Diploma/Certificate in Health Service Management; training in Reproductive Health / Family Planning / Post-Abortion Care.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their applications as one signed hard copy (in duplicate where required) or as one consolidated PDF (soft copy) comprising:

• A formal application letter addressed to the Chief, Human Resource.
• A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
• A copy of the applicant’s National Identification Card, birth certificate, or passport bio-data page.
• Names and contact details of three referees (one academic, one professional, and one character). Confidential references may be requested at the shortlisting stage.

Sealed applications, clearly marked “CONFIDENTIAL – Application for the Position of [insert title of post as advertised]” and bearing the title of the post in the top right-hand corner of the envelope, must be forwarded to:

The Chief, Human Resource
Makerere University Business School (MUBS)
Plot 21A, Old Portbell Road
P.O. Box 1337, Kampala – Uganda

Electronic applications should be submitted as one PDF document (maximum 10MB) to hrd@mubs.ac.ug with the subject line: Application for the Position of …

Deadline for submission: 15th July 2026 by 5:00 p.m. East African Time (EAT).

For more information: Website www.mubs.ac.ug | Email hrd@mubs.ac.ug | Tel: +256 414 338 131

MUBS is an Equal Opportunities Employer and actively encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups. Only successful candidates will be contacted.