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About Us
In 2020, the University Council passed the Makerere University Grants Administration and Management Policy, which guided the set up of the Grants Administration and Management Support Unit (GAMSU) in 2021 as a central coordination unit for the administration and support of external grants and donations. GAMSU’s role is to support faculty and staff through the life cycle of a grant, including identifying funding sources, planning and preparing grant proposals, facilitating the administrative review and approval process, compliance to standards, managing the grants once received, and closing of grants.
To effectively implement its mandate, GAMSU needs a Strategic Direction (SD) to streamline the administration and management of grants and increase the university’s grant and donation profile. This strategic plan is anchored on two goals: Goal 1: “A research-led university responding to national, regional, and global development challenges,” and Goal 4: “An engaged university with enhanced partnerships with industry, the community, and international institutions.” Objectives (i) and (iv) aim to enhance collaboration with government agencies, increase Makerere University researchers’ participation in policy development and formulation, and increase Makerere University’s visibility globally through joint training and collaborative research.
Makerere University (MU) is a public institution established to provide access to higher education and promote research and innovations. Its Strategic Direction (SD) 2020/2030 aims to respond to changing national and global needs, which call for research-led interventions. The university’s SD is anchored within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) (2015) and Africa Agenda 2063, which can only be realized through decisions informed by research and innovations.
Makerere University (MU) is a public institution established to provide access to higher education and promote research and innovations. Its Strategic Direction (SD) 2020/2030 aims to respond to changing national and global needs, which call for research-led interventions. The university’s SD is anchored within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) (2015) and Africa Agenda 2063, which can only be realized through decisions informed by research and innovations.
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Our Mission
To facilitate the acquisition of grants and promote compliance.
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Our Vision
A Research led Makerere University.
Our Staff
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Prof. Sylvia Antonnia Tamsuza
Head of GAMSU
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CPA George Turyamureeba Mugabi
Head Of Finance
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CPA Suzan Kyamulabi
Accountant GAMSU
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CPA Christine Ninsiima
Accountant GAMSU
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Mr. Yunus Musisi
ICT Support
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Mr. Denis Wamala
ICT Support
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Mr. Lwasa Laban
Administrative Asistant
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Ms. Grace Nansubuga
Administrative Assistant
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Ms. Caroline Nabwiire
Administrative Assistant
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Mr. Elvis Lubanga
Assistant Public Relations Officer
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Mr. Charles Ouma Were
Custodian - GAMSU
MAK - GRANTS MANAGEMENT STEERING COMMITTEE (GMSC)
Welcome to the Grants Management Steering Committee (GMSC), where collaboration meets innovation. As stewards of impactful funding initiatives, we are dedicated to fostering excellence, transparency, and efficiency in grants management practices.
Our committee comprises of a diverse array of experts, each bringing unique perspectives and experiences to the Committee:
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Prof. Henry Alinaitwe
Ag Deputy Vice Chancellor (F&A) / Chair
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Assoc Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala
Representative of Humanities
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Mr. Yusuf Kiranda
University Secretary
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Assoc Prof. Charles Masembe
Representative of Sciences
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Assoc Prof. Agnes Rwanshana Ssemwanga
Representative of Sciences
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Mr. Gyaviira Lubowa Ssebina
Representative of Finance
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Assoc. Prof. Godfrey Akileng
Representative of Humanities
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Dr. Sabrina Bakeera Kitaka
Representative of Sciences
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Assoc Prof. Robert Wamala
Representative of Directorate Research and Graduate Training
About Us
The Grants Administration and Management Support Unit – GAMSU, at Makerere University supports faculty and staff through various stages of grant management and administration. It was established in 2020, through a University Council policy – the Makerere University Grants Administration and Management Policy, which details setup of the Unit in 2021 as a Centre for coordination and support of external grants and donations.
GAMSU supports Principal Investigators through the life cycle of a grant, starting from identifying funding platforms, planning and preparing grant proposals, facilitating the administrative review and approval process, compliance to standards, managing the grants once received, and closing of grants.
GAMSU’s Strategic move to streamline the administration and management of grants and increase the university’s grant and donation profile is anchored on two University goals and two objectives: Goal 1: “A research-led university responding to national, regional, and global development challenges,” and Goal 4: “An engaged university with enhanced partnerships with industry, the community, and international institutions.” And objectives (i) and (iv) aim to enhance collaboration with government agencies, increase researchers’ participation in policy development and formulation, and increase the University’s visibility globally through joint training and collaborative research.
Through establishments such as GAMSU, Makerere University is committed to maintaining a conducive environment for fundraising revenue to support research, infrastructure development, and other university activities while practicing the highest standards of accountability and efficient grant management.
Mission
To facilitate the acquisition of grants and promote compliance.
Vision
A Research led Makerere University.
What we do!
- Facilitate the acquisition of grants and promote compliance.
- Maintain a System to track and monitor Grants at Makerere University
- Establish partnership with other Institutions through scholarships, research infrastructure development among others
- Ensure that all projects are permissible by the Laws of Uganda.
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
Grants Cycle Support
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Pre-Award
Activity prior to Official Funding of the submitted Grant Proposal
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Award
At this phase, Grantors select, notify and obligate funds to recipients through signed agreements
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Post-Award
Activity prior to Official Funding of the submitted Grant Proposal
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Close-Out
This involves wrapping up activities and assessing the success or failures and ensuring that all documentation and reporting requirements are fulfilled
Our Projects
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Proposals Yearly
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PI Corner
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Stephen Ojiambo Wandera
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Charles Waiswa
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Ruth Nsibirano
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Eric Awich Ochen
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James Kalema
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Enock Matovu
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News and Updates
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GAMSU Holds Sensitization Workshop on Grants Administration & Management at Mak Jinja Campus
- February 21, 2024
By Elvis Lubanga The Director for the Makerere University Jinja...
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GAMSU Needs Assessment Survey Form for Faculty & Other Staff Within Makerere University
- February 21, 2024
The Grants Administration and Management Support Unit (GAMSU) invites...