Kabale University has appointed Associate Professor Helen Musanabera Byamugisha as its new Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, marking a significant addition to the institution’s top leadership.
The appointment was made by the University Chancellor, Hon. Mathew Rukikaire, and confirmed on Wednesday by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Joy Constance Kwesiga, in an official press statement.
Musanabera replaces Anny Katabazi Bwengye, who vacated the Deputy Vice Chancellor position approximately a year ago.
Prof. Kwesiga described Associate Professor Byamugisha as a seasoned academic and administrator with extensive experience in higher education governance and institutional management.
She expressed confidence that the new appointee will play a key role in strengthening the university’s administrative systems.
“Kabale University will benefit from her administrative counsel to ensure that the University achieves its mission and vision,” the statement noted.
She said that Associate Professor Byamugisha will enhance institutional efficiency, transparency, and sustainability.
Students, staff, and external stakeholders have been called upon to join the university leadership in congratulating her and to offer the necessary support as she assumes her new responsibilities.
Biography:
Assoc. Prof. Helen Musanabera Byamugisha is a distinguished academic and information science professional with extensive leadership experience in higher education management.
She brings a wealth of expertise in institutional administration, strategic planning, and resource management, grounded in decades of service in academic library systems and university governance.
She is a seasoned academic librarian and administrator, having served as the University Librarian of Makerere University from 2015 to 2023. Her career reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge systems, improving access to information, and strengthening institutional capacity in higher education.
She holds a PhD in Information Science, a Master of Science in Information Science, a Postgraduate Diploma in Librarianship, a Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation, and a Bachelor of Science in Botany and Zoology.
Her professional approach is defined by strategic thinking, strong leadership, and a results-oriented mindset. She is recognized for her ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, foster collaboration, and drive institutional transformation.
Her excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills have enabled her to effectively engage diverse stakeholders in academia and beyond.
Assoc. Prof. Byamugisha has held several senior leadership positions at Makerere University, including:
- University Librarian (2015–2023)
- Acting University Librarian (2015–2018)
- Deputy University Librarian (2012–2015)
- Head of Books Acquisition (1994–2012)
- Assistant University Bookshop Manager (1979–1994)
She was also an integral member of Makerere University’s top management structures, including the University Senate and various high-level committees. Her governance experience extends to Kabale University, where she previously served as Vice Chairperson of the University Council from 2010 to 2015.
