Leadership

Organisational Structure and Leadership

The Advancement Office team brings experience in higher education administration, alumni relations, strategic partnerships, and institutional communications.

Office of Advancement

Our team

The Makerere Advancement Office team is structured to foster meaningful engagement, strategic partnerships, and sustainable support for the University’s mission. Through its specialised team members, the Office strengthens relationships with alumni, donors, partners, and friends of the University while advancing institutional priorities.

Together, these functions enable the Office to build lasting connections that support academic excellence, innovation, student success, and long-term growth.

Chief Advancement Officer
Mr. Awel Uwianganye, Chief Advancement Officer

Makerere University's greatest strength lies not only in its history, but in the people and partnerships that continue to shape its future. Through meaningful engagement with our alumni, strategic collaboration with partners, and a shared commitment to excellence, we are building a stronger, more impactful university for generations to come.

Chief Advancement Officer

Mr. Awel Uwianganye

Advancement Office

awel.uwihanganye@mak.ac.ug

Meet the team

Advancement Office staff

Specialists supporting alumni engagement, partnerships, and communications across the University.

Ms. Hawa Ndagire, Stakeholder and Partnership Officer

Ms. Hawa Ndagire

Stakeholder and Partnership Officer

Advancement Office

Ms. Ndagire manages stakeholder relationships and strategic partnerships, working to strengthen collaborations with government, industry, and development partners.

hawa.ndagire@mak.ac.ug

Mr. Lubega Nsamba, Alumni Engagement Officer

Mr. Lubega Nsamba

Alumni Engagement Officer

Advancement Office

Mr. Nsamba oversees alumni engagement initiatives, managing the global alumni network, regional chapters, and alumni-focused events and programmes.

lubega.vicent@mak.ac.ug

Ms. Caroline Kainomugisha, Communications Officer

Ms. Caroline Kainomugisha

Communications Officer

Advancement Office

Ms. Kainomugisha manages communications, digital presence, and institutional storytelling for the Advancement Office, strengthening the University's visibility and brand presentation.

caroline.kainomugisha@mak.ac.ug