Senior Planner
Local Government Finance Commission
About Local Government Finance Commission
Local Government Finance Commission, established under Article 194 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda and mandated to advise the President on all matters concerning the distribution of revenue between the Government and local governments and the allocation to each local government of monies out of the Consolidated Fund among others.
Job Description
The Local Government Finance Commission (LGFC) is recruiting for a Senior Planner on a four-year contractual basis to provide technical support in budgeting, formulation, and development of strategic plans and programs aligned with the National Planning and Budgeting Cycle.
Reference No: LGFC/SPL/01/2026
Salary Scale: LGF-5
Entry Age: 30–45 Years
Reports to: Principal Planner
Supervises: Planner
Responsibilities
Carry out research for the review, analysis and development of strategic plan options to guide the Office of the LGFC in determining priorities and resources allocation.
Oversee the Development and constant review of the LGFC plans, projects and policies.
Monitor and evaluate the Implementation of Local Government Commissions plans, programmes and projects.
Provide technical support and guidance to Directorates, Departments and Units in their priorities, work plans and budgets.
Draft projects proposals and submit to the Principal Planner for presentation to the relevant authorities.
Study and analyze strategic plans options for the LGFC and supports implementation of investment priorities.
Supervise and appraise the performance of the lower staff
Requirements
An Honors Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Statistics, Monitoring and Evaluation, Development Evaluation, Quantitative Economics from a recognized Institution or A Master's degree in Economic Policy and Planning, Economic Research, Monitoring & Evaluation, Development Evaluation, Quantitative Economics and Development from recognized professional institutions.
Must have at least three (3) years of working experience in the area of planning in the Public Sector or a reputable organization.
Planning, organizing and coordinating skills
Planning and budgeting skills
Negotiations skills
Professional knowledge of the budget policy and Public Finance and Management Act 2015
Good analytical, numeric, report writing and presentation skills
Project Planning and Financial management
Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Effective communication
Self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
Capacity to work under tight schedules
Concern for standards
Results orientation
Teamwork
Time management
How to Apply
All applications must be accompanied with recent CVs detailing work experience, present position, and current remuneration, certified professional and educational qualifications. Applicants must also include a copy of their National Identity Card and three (3) referees (including their names, workplace and contact details). Females are encouraged to apply and applications should be physically delivered to the address below not later than 24th February 2026 or may be submitted through LGFC Email: lgfc@lgfc.go.ug addressed to:
The Commission Secretary,
Local Government Finance Commission
P.O. Box 23143 -Kampala – Uganda
10th Floor, Northern Wing, Workers House
Plot 1 Pilkington Road.
Please submit your application materials to the following email address: