JOB DETAILS:

Salary Scale: USTECH
Department: Education
Reference No.: KDSC/03/2025
Job Summary:
The Head Teacher will be responsible for the overall management of a primary school. This includes supervising the implementation of the curriculum, overseeing teacher performance, ensuring student discipline, and managing school resources. The Head Teacher will work to promote academic excellence and foster a positive learning environment. The role also requires strong leadership skills to engage with parents, the local community, and other stakeholders to enhance the educational experience.

Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise and manage the teaching staff to ensure effective implementation of the curriculum.
• Promote academic excellence by ensuring students’ performance is regularly assessed.

• Address student discipline and create a conducive learning environment.

• Organize and coordinate extracurricular activities and school events.
• Liaise with parents and guardians to ensure the well-being of students.

• Ensure proper school resource management, including classrooms, equipment, and teaching materials.

Qualifications and Experience:
• A Bachelor's degree in Education (Primary).
• At least 5 years of teaching experience, with 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to handle school administration and manage resources effectively.

Karenga District Local Government
Office of the Secretary District Service Commission

P.O. Box 102, Kitgum – Uganda, Tel: +256 772 718541,
1. Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the vacant posts that exist in Karenga District Local Government.
2. Applications should be submitted in triplicate using PSC Form 3 (Revised 2008) and should be addressed to the SECRETARY DISTRICT SERVICE COMMISSION, P.O. Box 102, Kitgum.
3. The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 16th January 2025 at 5:00 pm.
4. Application forms can be obtained from the District Service Commission offices Countywide and at Public Service Commission (PSC) offices, or can be downloaded from Public Service Commission Website ( www.publicservice.go.ug ).
5. Applicants should attach 3 copies of their Certified Certificates, Pass slips, academic transcripts, passport size photographs, and other relevant documents. Applicants should also indicate their telephone numbers and contact details, and should write their applications through the respective heads of departments.

NOTE:
For Job Description and Person Specification, please contact Public Service Commission Website ( www.publicservice.go.ug ).
Important Notice:
The Secretary District Service Commission DOES NOT SELL JOBS. Anyone who demands any bribe from a job applicant should be reported to the appropriate government authority like the RDC, DPC. Karenga has zero tolerance to corruption.
Secretary District Service Commission
Karenga District Local Government