About US:
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) was established on the passing of the Uganda Registration of Persons Act, 2015. The Act was made to harmonise and consolidate the law on registration of persons; to provide for registration of individuals and to establish a national identification register. It provides for the mandatory registration of all Ugandan citizens within Uganda and abroad as well as aliens identification cards and for related matters.

Job Summary: The Manager, Planning and Strategy will oversee the planning and research activities to enable NIRA achieve its goals and targets

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Actively participates in the formulation and/or review of the corporate strategy and other plans including annual work plans
Manages the implementation of strategic plans and ensures management is abreast with the progress made towards achievement of goals and targets
Coordinates with other directorates to generate issues for research and organises for such research to be undertaken
Ensures that there is a clear approach on drafting and compiling planning briefs, public notices, site location plans, and other necessary documentation to aid planning processes
Regularly tracks deliverables and documents and reports progress and makes sure there is approval of the implementation of plans at every level
Documents lessons from research activities and creates for a for sharing and disseminating those lessons
Prepares reports, articles and blogs that synthesise key findings from across research activities
Builds and strengthens professional relationships with local government officials, other development organisations, and civil society organisations
Responsible for developing new evidence based solutions that are responsive to changing needs and identified gaps and prioritising the piloting of relevant new initiatives in NIRA’s programmes
Works with other Managers to ensure that activities are implemented on plan and progress towards targets is not compromised.
Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head, Planning and Strategy.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) Manager, Planning and Strategy job placement should hold a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in either: Statistics, Economics or related field from a recognised institution
Possession of a Master’s Degree in planning or equivalent will be an added advantage
Proven competence in qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques.
Hold formal certifications/qualifications in Computer Science/Information Technology; and Planning.
A minimum of seven (7) years relevant work experience, three of which should have been at managerial level in a reputable public or private organization
Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment to drive results.
Knowledge of relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.
Flexibility to react effectively to unforeseen circumstances
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Excellent analytical skills
Good negotiation skills
Ability to lead and motivate co-workers
Ability to meet tight deadlines
IT literacy

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested persons should send their applications, curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates/ testimonials to the National Director, Profiles International Uganda Limited (PIUL), Plot 26B Tufnell Drive, Kamwokya, Kampala, P.O. Box 3024, Kampala or hand deliver the application at its offices indicated above from 8.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Please indicate a daytime telephone contact and names and contact details of three professional referees. Also, in your application letter and on the cover of the envelope, clearly indicate which position you are applying for.

Deadline: 20th July, 2016