The Human Resource Department is led by the Principal Human Resource Officer, whose office looks after the people who keep Fort Portal City running, from recruitment and staff welfare to training, discipline, and career growth across every department.
Section Head
Kihunde Edna Darlin
Principal Human Resource Officer
What This Department Handles
- Recruiting, placing, and confirming staff across City departments in line with approved structures and establishment
- Maintaining accurate staff records, personnel files, and the City’s payroll data
- Coordinating staff training, capacity building, and professional development programs
- Managing staff performance appraisal systems and supporting departments in setting clear performance targets
- Handling staff welfare matters, including leave management, medical support, and pension processing
- Advising City leadership on human resource policy, labour law compliance, and best practice
- Managing staff discipline, grievance handling, and conflict resolution processes
- Coordinating staff promotions, transfers, and confirmations in line with Public Service guidelines
- Overseeing job evaluation and organizational structure reviews
- Promoting a healthy, motivated, and productive work environment across the City workforce
Services We Offer
- Staff recruitment and placement
- Payroll and personnel records management
- Training and capacity building
- Performance management support
- Staff welfare and pension processing
- Discipline and grievance handling