Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the most common questions about grants administration and GAMSU’s services at Makerere University.

1. Who can access GAMSU services?

All Makerere University academic staff, research teams, and administrative units involved in grants or externally funded projects can access our services. We also work with the university leadership and external funders on coordination and reporting.

2. How do I know about current funding opportunities?

GAMSU curates and disseminates funding calls through a weekly bulletin, email alerts, and our portal's [Funding Opportunities] page. Staff are encouraged to subscribe and check regularly for updates.

3. When should I contact GAMSU for support?

Researchers should contact GAMSU as early as possible — ideally when identifying a funding call or starting a proposal — to ensure we can assist with compliance, budgeting, and submission requirements.

4. Does GAMSU help with post-award project management?

Yes. We support onboarding, account setup, compliance monitoring, reporting, and project close-out in collaboration with other university departments such as Finance, DRIP & DGT.

5. What policies guide grants management at Makerere University?

Grants management at Makerere is guided by the University Research and Grants Policy, Institutional Grants Manual, and relevant national and international funder guidelines. These documents are available in our Resources section.

6. Can GAMSU help facilitate partnerships with external institutions?

Absolutely. We support collaboration-building, partnership documentation, and MoU processes with both local and international research institutions.

7. Who should I contact if I have further questions?

You can reach us directly using the details shown below for personalized assistance.