How to Apply for a Clerical Job in the Public Service Commission in Uganda

How to Apply for a Clerical Job in the Public Service Commission in Uganda.

Apply In-Person:

Steps to Follow:

1. Obtain Application Form:
   • Visit the Public Service Commission (PSC) headquarters at 2nd Floor, Farmers House, Parliament Avenue, Kampala-Uganda.
   • Alternatively, download the Application for Employment form (PSC 3) from the Public Service Commission website.
2. Fill the Application Form:
   • Complete the form accurately, indicating clearly the post applied for, which in this case is “Clerical Position”.
3. Attach Required Documents:
   • Copy of your national identity card.
   • Original academic and professional certificates.
   • Testimonials.
4. Submit Application:
   • Send the duly filled application form along with the required documents to the PSC headquarters.
5. Wait for Shortlisting:
   • The shortlisting process will be conducted, and only successful candidates will be contacted. This is typically done via telephone call or email.

Required Documents:

• Copy of your national identity card.
• Original academic and professional certificates.
• Testimonials.

Office Locations & Contacts:

Public Service Commission – Head Office

• 2nd Floor, Farmers House
• Parliament Avenue
• Kampala, Uganda
• P.O. Box 7080, Kampala, Uganda
• Email: [email protected]
• Tel: +256-414-342279
• Fax: +256-414-250-725
• Website: Public Service Commission

Eligibility:

• Uganda Certificate of Education (O level grade) or its approved equivalent.
• Passes in Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers.
• Computer application skills.
• Any other qualification that may be approved by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Service.

Fees:

• The application is free of charge.

Validity:

• The validity of the application ends upon shortlisting.

Processing Time:

• The processing time depends on the government’s urgency of filling the position, but it typically takes about three months for shortlisting and interviews.

Instructions:

• Apply only when the commission has advertised a vacant clerical position.
• Serving officers should register their personal profiles on the commission’s website before applying for a job.
• Shortlisted candidates must produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, and testimonials during interviews.
• Serving officers need to provide the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post before the interview.
• Complete all sections of the application form in BLOCK letters and submit it to the Secretary, Public Service Commission.

Required Information:

• Vacancy applied for.
• Personal details of the applicant.
• Current employer.
• Position held.
• Effective date.
• Gross salary (monthly).
• Other personal details.
• Academic qualifications.
• Professional/technical qualifications/certifications relevant to the post.
• Relevant courses and training attended lasting not less than one week.
• Current registration/membership to professional bodies.
• Brief statement of current duties, responsibilities, and assignments.
• Employment details.
• Referees (people who have interacted with you professionally).
• Declaration.
• Signature of the applicant.

Need for the Document:

• The application provides an opportunity to be employed by the Ugandan government as a clerk.

Additional Information:

• The Public Service Commission is organized into three departments: Guidance and Monitoring, Selection Systems (SSD), and Finance and Administration.
• According to Article 166 section 1 of the Public Service Commission (Amendment Act 2008), providing false or misleading information to the Commission is punishable by a fine or imprisonment.

By following these steps and providing the necessary documentation, you can apply for a clerical position with the Public Service Commission in Uganda.