Uganda Association of Public Administration and Management (UAPAM) is a national professional organization that promotes best practice, excellence, and professionalism in public administration and management in Uganda through research, publications, training, consultancy, conferences, and awards.
As the Uganda Chapter of the African Association of Public Administration and Management (AAPAM), UAPAM contributes to regional and continental transformation agendas such as the African Union Agenda 2063, SDGs, and Uganda’s National Development Plan III.
Vision
To be the leading professional Association of Public Administrators and Managers in Uganda
Mission
To uphold professionalism and values of Public Administrators and Managers in Uganda.
UAPAM serves as a platform for professional development, research, policy dialogue, and capacity building in public administration and management. We work with Government Ministries, Departments & Agencies (MDAs), Local Governments, Civil Society, Private Sector, and Academia to advance ethical leadership and excellence in governance.
- Develop and promote professional standards for public administrators and managers.
- Facilitate research, publications, and innovation in governance and management.
- Organize local and international conferences, seminars, and training programs.
- Promote awareness, visibility, and recognition of excellence in public service.
- Strengthen institutional capacity and sustainability for long-term impact.
| # | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mrs. Lucy Nakyobe Mbonye | Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet / President UAPAM |
| 2 | Dr. Pius Bigirimana | Permanent Secretary & Secretary Judiciary / Vice President UAPAM |
| 3 | Prof. James L. Nkata | Director General UMI / Secretary General UAPAM |
| 4 | Mr. Kintu David Kaggwa | Vice Secretary General UAPAM |
| 5 | Dr. John Nakabago | Director Finance & Administration, UMI / President AAPAM |
| 6 | Dr. Mugunga Emmanuel Freddie | Under Secretary / Treasurer UAPAM |
| 7 | Dr. Stella Kyohairwe | Lecturer / Vice Treasurer UAPAM |
| 8 | Mr. Alinage Kalule | Chairperson, Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) / Corporate Member |
| 9 | Kigenyi Moses Benon | Under Secretary, East African Community Affairs / Representative of Administrators |
| 10 | Assoc. Prof. Gerald K. Karyeija | Dean of School / AAPAM Council Member |
| 11 | Dr. Martin Muyingo | Head Teacher, Makerere College School / Corporate Member |
| 12 | Ms. Nakunda Docus | Principal Assistant Secretary Judiciary / Representative Young Professionals |
| 13 | Ms. Maria Namugga Kafeero | Human Resource Manager, UMI / Representative HRM Net |