Assignment 10 — UGNMU
- Client: Uganda Nurses and Midwives’ Union (UGNMU)
- Start & End Date: September — November 2024
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Deliverables:
- Technical expertise for the development of a five-year strategic plan
- Advisory support on legal requirements for establishing a higher education institution
- Guidance on policy documents and institutional frameworks required for accreditation
- Preparation for submission of an application for a Letter of Interim Authority to NCHE
- Capacity building of the Union’s leadership on governance and compliance structures
Objective
The assignment sought to provide professional and technical guidance to UGNMU in the establishment of the proposed Specialized Nurses and Midwives University in Uganda. This included shaping a strategic plan that aligns with national priorities in health education, while ensuring compliance with higher education regulations and international best practices.
A core component of the assignment was advising on the legal procedures, institutional governance structures, and policy frameworks necessary to operationalize the University and secure approval from the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).
Strategic Focus Areas
- Designing an evidence-based five-year strategic plan
- Ensuring alignment with Uganda’s higher education policies and health sector strategies
- Developing draft governance and academic structures for the proposed university
- Advising on policy frameworks, curriculum design pathways, and compliance requirements
- Supporting UGNMU leadership in engaging key stakeholders and policymakers
Key Outcomes
- A clear five-year roadmap for the Specialized Nurses and Midwives University
- Enhanced understanding by UGNMU leadership of legal and accreditation procedures
- Draft policy documents and governance structures to support institutional setup
- Improved readiness for submission of the Letter of Interim Authority to NCHE
- Positioning the Union as a pioneer in advancing professional nursing and midwifery education in Uganda