Office of the Director
Responsible for curriculum design, review, implementation and alignment.
Director
Deputy Director Research, Consultancy & Library Services
Deputy Director Curriculum Review & Instructional Materials Development
Departments
Functions of PDU
- Manage and coordinate all procurement and disposal activities of the Ministry.
- Act as a secretariat and support the functionality of the contracts committeee.
- Act as representative and liaison of the PPDA.
- Support the functioning and implement the decisions of the Procurement Authority.
- Prepare tendering documents and advertise the tender opportunities.
- Providing technical guidance to the Missions on procurement and disposal matters.
Head, Procurement & Disposal Unit
Functions
Plans, directs, oversees and coordinates the Human Resource and Administrative function at the Centre. Coordinates the designing and implementation of effective regular reviews of Human Resource policies, procedures and programmes for harmonious working relationships. Develops and coordinates employee induction and on the job- orientation courses aimed at providing employees with relevant information about their work and the Centre. Conducts training needs assessments and prepares staff Training and Development programmes under the guidance of the Human Resource Management.
Ag. Manager, HR and Admin
Functions of Internal Audit
- Verify the existence of assets and recommend proper safeguards for their protection.
- Evaluate the adequacy of the system of internal controls.
- Recommend improvements in controls.
- Assess compliance with policies and procedures and sound business practices.
- Assess compliance with laws and contractual obligations.
- Review operations/programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and whether the operations/programs are being carried out as planned.
- Investigate reported occurrences mismanagement of resources.
- Act as consultancy Unit of the Centre, etc.
Reporting structure of the Internal Audit function
The Internal Audit function has two reporting lines: to the Governing Council through the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee; administratively and to the Director/Accounting Officer. However, in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 2015 (as amended), Internal Audit functionally also reports to the Sector Audit Committee and the Internal Auditor General (IAG).
Chief Internal Auditor
Functions of Finance Department
- Obtaining and handling any monies on behalf of the NCDC.
- The department controls the income and expenditure in addition to ensuring effective business running with minimum disruptions.
- Handles the payroll, income and expenses.
- Conducts cost-benefit analysis to improve key business strategies.
- Keeps and manages all account records of NCDC.
- Reconciles NCDC’s financial registers to make suitable business decisions.
- Bookkeeping and income statement preparations.
- Manages statutory deductions from employees.
- Filing requisite financial data to the auditors and Ministry of Finance.
- Plans and implements the NCDC's financial year budget.
- Conducts research and collects data to use in temporary and permanent financial forecasts.
- Plans for acquiring, updating and maintaining the latest operations systems to improve efficiency.
Manager, Finance
The Planning and Development Unit is mandated to provide strategic leadership in the formulation, coordination, and implementation of plans and programmes within the National Curriculum Development Centre. The Unit ensures that all institutional initiatives are aligned with national development frameworks, education sector policies, institutional priorities and emerging global trends in curriculum design and delivery.
The Unit is responsible for the development of short-, medium-, and long-term strategic and operational plans. It undertakes research, needs assessments, and policy analysis to support evidence-based planning and informed decision-making. Through these processes, the Unit contributes to the development of relevant, inclusive, and competency-based curricula that respond to the evolving needs of learners and society.
The Unit also coordinates project development and management, resource mobilization, and fosters partnerships with government institutions, development partners, and other stakeholders. Through these collaborations, it supports the development of new curricula, the review and improvement of existing curricula, and the integration of cross-cutting themes such as digital literacy, sustainability, gender equity, and life skills.
In addition, the Planning and Development Unit is responsible for monitoring and evaluating curriculum initiatives at the Centre, tracking progress against set targets, and providing regular reports to inform continuous improvement. It promotes innovation by identifying emerging educational practices and supporting their integration into curriculum frameworks at all levels.
Through its strategic and forward-looking approach, the Unit ensures that the National Curriculum Development Centre remains responsive, effective, and aligned with the evolving demands of education and national development.
Head, Planning Unit (Senior Economist)
Directorate of Curriculum & Materials
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Deputy Director
Departments
About Early Childhood Care & Education
The Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Department promotes quality learning and development for children from birth to eight years. It develops curricula and learning approaches that support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and language development through play-based learning.
Mandate
To provide quality early childhood curricula and learning opportunities that prepare children for primary education and lifelong learning.
Key Functions
- Develop and review ECCE curricula and learning materials.
- Promote play-based teaching and learning.
- Support children's holistic development.
- Develop language, communication, and social skills.
- Promote national values and cultural appreciation.
Structure of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
ECCE covers three stages:
- Birth–3 Years: Early care and stimulation.
- 3–6 Years: Pre-primary education.
- 6–8 Years: Transition into primary education.
About the Primary Department
The Primary Department develops and supports the implementation of the Primary Education curriculum to equip learners with foundational knowledge, skills, values, and competencies for lifelong learning.
Mandate
To develop and review the Primary Education curriculum and curriculum support materials.
Key Functions
- Develop and review the Primary curriculum.
- Support curriculum implementation.
- Promote literacy, numeracy, and life skills.
- Develop learner-centred teaching approaches.
- Collaborate with education stakeholders.
Structure of the Primary Curriculum:
The Primary Curriculum is organised into three phases:
- Phase 1 (Primary One–Three):Thematic Curriculum focusing on foundational literacy, numeracy, life skills, and values.
- Phase 2 (Primary Four): Transition phase from thematic to subject-based learning.
- Phase 3 (Primary Five–Seven): Subject-based curriculum focusing on knowledge, skills, and competencies.
Primary Curriculum Learning Areas
The Primary Four to Seven Curriculum consists of the following subjects:
- English.
- Mathematics.
- Social Studies.
- Integrated Science.
- Local Language
- Creative Arts and Physical Education includes( CAPE 1 – Music, Dance and Drama -CAPE 2 – Physical Education -CAPE 3 – Art & Technology)
- Religious Education: Christian Religious Education -Islamic Religious Education
Nampeera Maureen
About the Secondary Department
The Secondary Department is among the seven departments that constitute the Directorate of Curriculum and Materials Development at NCDC. The department is responsible for designing and developing curricula and curriculum materials for secondary level education.
Mandate
The Secondary Department is mandated to create a structured, relevant and effective learning blueprint that aligns educational goals with student needs, societal demands and future challenges. This enhances teaching quality and improves student outcomes by defining what, why and how students learn.
Key Functions
- Investigate and evaluate the need for syllabus revision and curriculum reform at O and A Levels of Secondary education.
- Draft teaching schemes, textbooks and Teachers’ Manuals to support the teaching of the developed curricula.
- Draft examination guidelines for secondary education in cooperation with teaching institutions and examining bodies.
- Design and develop teaching aids and instructional materials.
- Devise, test and evaluate examination questions and methods of examining students.
- Organize and conduct in-service courses for acquisition of professional skills by teachers of new courses.
- Organize and conduct courses on objectives and methods of curriculum development for subject panels.
- Collect, compile, analyse and extract statistical information related to curriculum.
- Hold subject-specific seminars and conferences to promote best practices.
- Publish curriculum information to support uptake of changes.
- Disseminate and promote knowledge and understanding of new curricula, teaching methods and teaching aids.
Structure of Secondary Education
Secondary education is divided into two cycles:
1. Lower Secondary Education (UCE)
This cycle leads to the award of the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and lasts four academic years. The curriculum menu at this level consists of 35 subjects, including:
English, Mathematics, History & Political Education, Geography, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General Science, Physical Education, Christian Religious Education (CRE), Islamic Religious Education (IRE), Entrepreneurship, Kiswahili, Agriculture, Information Communication Technology (ICT), French, German, Latin, Arabic, Chinese, Literature in English, Art and Design, Performing Arts, Technology and Design, Nutrition & Food Technology, Ateso, Dhopadhola, Leb Acoli, Leblango, Luganda, Lugbarati, Lumasaaba, Lusoga, Runyoro-Rutooro and Runyankore-Rukiga.
At Senior One and Two, there are eleven (11) compulsory subjects: English Language, Mathematics, History and Political Education, Geography, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education, Religious Education, Entrepreneurship and Kiswahili. The rest are elective, giving schools a maximum menu of 15 subjects. Learners take one optional subject for a maximum of 12 subjects.
At Senior Three and Four, the compulsory subjects are seven (7): English Language, Mathematics, History and Political Education, Geography, Physics, Biology and Chemistry. Optional subjects are grouped into three clusters: Pre-vocational, Languages and Religious Education. Learners offer a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 9 subjects (See the Curriculum Frame).
2. Higher Secondary Education (UACE)
This cycle leads to the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) and lasts two academic years. The curriculum menu at this level is made up of 40 subjects, including:
Agriculture, Arabic, Art and Design, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Christian Religious Education (CRE), Clothing and Textile, Economics, Entrepreneurship Education, Foods & Nutrition, French, General Paper, Geography, German, History, Islamic Religious Education (IRE), Kiswahili, Latin, Literature, Mathematics, Metal Work, Music, Physics, Subsidiary ICT, Subsidiary Mathematics, Technical Drawing, Wood Work, Ateso, Dhopadhola, Leb Acoli, Leblango, Luganda, Lugbarati, Lumasaaba, Lusoga, Runyoro-Rutooro, Runyankore-Rukiga, Physical Education and Principal ICT.
Manager secondary Department
About Special Needs Education(SNE)
The Special Needs and Inclusive Education Department promotes inclusive education by ensuring learners with disabilities and special educational needs have equitable access to quality education and appropriate learning resources.
Mandate
To coordinate and promote inclusive education and provide curriculum support for learners with special educational needs.
Key Functions
- Develop inclusive curriculum materials.
- Support curriculum adaptation.
- Train teachers in inclusive education.
- Promote advocacy and awareness.
- Provide guidance and referral services.
- Support learners, parents, and other stakeholders.
Structure of Special Needs and Inclusive Education
The department supports learners with:
- Learning disabilities.
- Physical disabilities.
- Sensory disabilities.
- Communication disorders.
- Developmental disabilities.
- Emotional and behavioural needs.
Manager, Special Needs Education
About Pedagogy Department
The Pedagogy and Innovations Department promotes effective teaching and learning by integrating innovative and learner-centred pedagogical practices across all curriculum levels.
Mandate
To promote innovative teaching approaches and strengthen curriculum implementation through effective pedagogy.
Key Functions
- Develop innovative teaching approaches.
- Support curriculum integration.
- Produce teaching and learning resources.
- Conduct pedagogical research.
- Train teachers and subject specialists.
- Build partnerships that enhance teaching and learning.
Structure of Pedagogy and Innovations
The department operates through:
- Research pedagogies.
- Curriculum Support.
- Resource Development.
- Capacity Building and Partnerships.
Manager, Pedagogy & Innovations
About the Quality Assurance & Publishing Department
The Quality Assurance & Publishing Department is responsible for ensuring that curriculum and educational materials developed by NCDC and other stakeholders meet established quality standards for use in Uganda's education system. The department coordinates quality assurance processes, evaluates educational materials, and provides editing, proofreading, publishing, and certification services to ensure the production of accurate, relevant, and learner-centred resources.
Mandate
To ensure the quality, relevance, accuracy, and suitability of curriculum and educational materials, and to coordinate publishing processes in accordance with established national standards for use in Uganda's education system.
Key Functions
- Develop and implement quality assurance standards for curriculum materials.
- Coordinate quality reviews throughout curriculum development processes.
- Evaluate educational materials for quality, relevance, and curriculum conformity.
- Edit and proofread curriculum documents and publications.
- Coordinate certification and approval of educational materials.
- Manage publishing and production processes for curriculum materials.
- Monitor compliance with established curriculum and publishing standards.
- Support departments in improving the quality of curriculum products.
- Promote best practices in educational publishing and instructional materials development.
Structure of Quality Assurance and Publishing
- Quality Assurance.
- Curriculum Evaluation.
- Publishing and Production.
- Layout and Design Standards.
Parameters for Evaluating Materials
Conformity to the Syllabus
- Alignment with approved curriculum requirements.
- Consistency with learning outcomes and competencies.
Content/Subject Matter
- Relevance of the subject matter.
- Accuracy of facts and concepts.
- Appropriateness to the target users.
- Logical presentation and organization of content.
- Promotion of Ugandan local content and national values.
- Originality of content.
Language
- Appropriateness of language to the target users.
- Clarity and readability.
- Correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Tasks and Activities
- Relevance of tasks and activities.
- Suitability for the intended learners.
- Support for competency acquisition and learner engagement.
Illustrations and Visuals
- Quality and relevance of illustrations or pictures.
- Support for effective learning.
- Appropriateness to the age and level of the target users.
Sensitivity
- Persons and events portrayed.
- Gender responsiveness.
- Objectivity and fairness.
- Respect for national and cultural diversity.
- Consideration of learners and teachers with special educational needs.
Layout and Design
- Quality of binding.
- Quality of paper used.
- Appropriate font type and size according to target users.
- Appropriate use of colour.
- Attractive and user-friendly presentation.
Manager, Quality Assurance and Publishing
About the Pre-primary Department
The Pre-primary Department is responsible for developing and reviewing curricula and curriculum support materials for Pre-primary Education in Uganda. The department seeks to ensure that children from birth to six years receive quality early learning experiences that promote their holistic growth and development, laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Mandate
To develop/review curricula and curriculum support materials for Pre-primary education.
Goal of The Pre-Primary Department
The Department aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of Pre-primary Education, ultimately benefiting the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of young children.
Key Functions
The Department:
- Develops and reviews curricula and curriculum support materials for children from birth to six years to support holistic development.
- Develops, disseminates, and provides guidance on appropriate curricula, teaching methodologies, and instructional materials for Pre-primary service delivery.
- Develops teachers' guides and resource books and periodically reviews the Pre-primary Curriculum Framework.
- Develops guidelines and specifications for appropriate instructional and play materials.
- Promotes understanding and effective implementation of Pre-primary curricula, learning approaches, and instructional materials.
- Collaborates with relevant stakeholders, including government ministries, development partners, and non-governmental organisations, to ensure curriculum harmonisation and quality service delivery.
- Develops appropriate learning delivery and assessment frameworks.
- Strengthens caregivers', teachers', and other practitioners' professional and technical competencies in curriculum implementation, delivery, and assessment.
- Promotes research, innovation, and knowledge management to support evidence-based curriculum development and continuous improvement.
Structure of Pre-primary Department:
Pre-primary Education seeks to:
- Curriculum Development.
- Curriculum Implementation.
- Teacher Capacity Building.
- Research and Continuous Improvement.
Manager, Pre Primary
About LifeLong Skills and Co-curricular:
The department of Lifelong Skills and Co-curricular (LS and CC) aims at promoting holistic education through enhancement of lifelong skills and co-curricular activities to ensure that education addresses the diverse needs of learners beyond classroom. These skills boost both personal and professional development, prepare learners for real life and world challenges. They complement learning by promoting collaboration and teamwork, critical thinking and creativity, effective communication, problem solving, leadership, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship skills among others. Co-curricular activities on the other hand include sports, athletics, clubs, community services, arts, music, dance, and drama, etc.
Mandate
To develop and support lifelong skills and co-curricular programmes that enhance learners' personal, social, and professional development.
Key Functions:
- Design interventions that promote 21st-century skills.
- Align learners’ skills trainings with labour market demands.
- Foster implementation of vocational skills in basic education to promote lifelong learning.
- Design framework to guide the implementation of lifelong skills and co-curricular activities.
- Develop teachers’ guides on lifelong skills and co-curricular activities.
- Develop evaluation toolkits for Co-curricular activities.
- Develop learners’ handbooks on the different lifelong skills and co-curricular activities.
- Develop training manuals for teachers and facilitators of co-curricular activities.
- Develop guidelines on inclusive education for lifelong skills and co-curricular activities.
- Develop Guidelines for community engagement and partnership in lifelong skills and talent development.
- Develop career guidance handbooks on lifelong learning.
Structure of Lifelong Skills and Co-curricular Activities
The department focuses on:
- Community based learning initiatives and education beyond classroom.
- Benchmarking on STEI and STEM best practices in other countries, capacity development and conducting needs assessments.
- Corroboration frameworks with STEI/STEM programmes to align with main stream curricula. (Memorandum of understanding with Uganda national council for science and Technology, Uganda industrial research institute, technology innovation and business incubation centres.)
- Programmes of targeted interventions for marginalised groups and communities such as refugees, Batwa people. (skills curricula in local languages).
- Promotion of National and International competitions.
- Career Guidance and Lifelong Learning.
Manager, LifeLong Skills and Co-curricular Department
Message on the Directorate of Research, Consultancy and Library Services
The Directorate of Research, Consultancy and Library Services is responsible for conducting research to support curriculum review, curriculum development, instructional materials development as well as evaluating the effectiveness of existing practices in the education sector. Through the Directorate, NCDC offers scholarly writing, publication, production of text and non-text study materials, printing, ICT and Multimedia, and related consultancy services. The directorate hosts a library well-resourced with physical and online materials. It also hosts the NCDC Holdings Company Limited as the commercial arm of the Centre.
The Directorate is composed of the following Departments::
- Research, Evaluation and Consultancy: conducts research, evaluation studies for NCDC, and consultancy work for other MDAs and the public at a cost.
- ICT and Multimedia: responsible for development and implementation of ICT and Multimedia policies, procedures and projects at the Centre.
- Library Services: manages library resources and documentation at NCDC.
- Literature Bureau: responsible for promoting scholarly writing, authorship in local and other languages, and evaluating manuscripts to ensure quality before printing and production.
- Science, Technology and Equipment Production: responsible for research, innovation, development and production of non-text study materials, repair of laboratory and other science equipment for use in schools, training and capacity building of laboratory technicians and science teachers, and offering related services to the public at a cost.
- Printing and Production: responsible for printing, publishing and distributing literary and scholarly works produced by NCDC and external authors (at a cost).
To create a platform for authors, academics, and education practitioners to disseminate their work and share experiences, the Directorate regularly organizes a series of International Conferences on Curriculum Review and Development hosted in Kampala, Uganda. The conference calls and proceedings are published on the NCDC website (www.ncdc.go.ug). The Directorate also runs an open-source International Journal on Curriculum Development, Evaluation and Education (JCDEE), hosted on the NCDC website (Access JCDEE).
In summary, the Directorate offers a plethora of services to support the Centre to achieve it’s Vision of becoming “A Centre of Excellence in Curriculum Development” and Mission of “developing quality, inclusive, and holistic curricula and curriculum-related materials through research, innovation, stakeholder engagement, and technology integration to meet societal needs”.
Deputy Director RC&LS
Departments
About Research, Evaluation & Consultancy:
The Research, Evaluation and Consultancy department is a cross-cutting department under the directorate of research, consultancy and library services. The department provides technical support to other academic departments in areas of research, evaluation and consultancy all geared towards achieving excellence in producing competence -based curricula. The mandate of the department is to Conduct Research, Evaluation, and Consultancy on Curricula and Educational Programmes with a strategic objective is to provide relevant, timely, and evidence -based information to inform curriculum Development and implementation. The department has two units that is the research and evaluation units and consultancy units. Each plays a pivotal role in supporting curriculum development and implementation.
Functions of the Department:
- conducting research and evaluation studies in curricula and educational programs.
- Control, guide and coordinate and implement the centre’s research and consultancy programmes.
- producing research reports for curriculum planning and development.
- disseminating information and findings to promote general and better understanding of curricula, teaching methods, teachings aida and practices of curriculum implementation.
- Identifying and training panel members in research methods and techniques.
- Collect, compile, analyze and extract statistical information on curriculum and matters related to curricula.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of instructional methods and techniques used in schools.
- Maintaining and Managing Bankable research proposal on curriculum and educational programmes
FUNCTIONS OF CONSULTANCY ARM
Offering cconsultancy services is pivotal to NCDC in the execution of its mandate and specific functions adressing;
- the increasing need to offer curriculum, education and other centre related consultancy services.
- the need to structure and organise the identification of such business opportunities,
- the need for intentional pursue for publicised and non publicized consultancy business opportunities,
- the need for innovation and increase of income generation options to support Centre operations, and yet still keep staff proactively engaged to be a highly professional generator, innovator and value contributor to curriculum and education development trends.
ACTIVITIES
The department engaged in a number of activities including; validating study findings on most feasible languages to be used as medium of instruction at lower primary across the country targeting multilingual districts, established the Journal of Curriculum Development Evaluation and Education, Finalised the consultancy policy and the Centre has continuously engaged to work with other Government, Private, NGOs, Regional and International Organisation through established Memorandum Of Understandings (MOUs), and various unsolicited and solicited calls for customised curriculum related consultancy services.
Manager, Research and Consultancy
About Library & Documentation Services
The Documentation and Library Services is a department under the Directorate of Research Consultancy and Library Services with its function of providing relevant and up-to-date information for Curriculum development. It consists of the main library (reading space), the front/service desk, and the Librarian’s office which has the reserve, special collection, and the reference sections.
It has a collection of about 7,900 books including syllabi for Pre-Primary, Secondary and BTVET levels; textbooks for different subjects; UNEB Past papers; various Government publications; Newspaper dailies; local language Orthographies; and other reference materials. The Library subscribes to and is a member to the Consortium of Uganda University Libraries (CUUL) and this enables it have access to at least 32 Electronic Databases. It has a seating capacity of 15 seats and is manned by two Professionals i.e., the Librarian Mrs. Irene Nakayenga Sserunjogi and a Library Assistant Mr. Luke Erismus Bukenya.
Mandate
The mandate of the Documentation and Library Services Department is to: Provide relevant, timely, and up-to-date information resources and library services that support curriculum development, research, consultancy, and knowledge dissemination within the Centre.
Key Functions:
- Providing circulation services to staff.
- Current Awareness Services.
- Producing research reports for curriculum planning and development.
- Providing space for small capacity trainings and meetings.
- Issuance of the ISBN & ISSN to the Production unit.
- Binding newspapers and book repair.
- Reprographic services.
- Maintaining and Managing Bankable research proposal on curriculum and educational programmes
- Assisting in the acquisition of Copyright for NCDC publications
- Selective Dissemination of Information.
Eligibility to use library and its resources
All NCDC staff are eligible to use the library and its services. Readers from outside the Centre can also use the library but are not allowed to borrow and take out information resources. Publication of the Curriculum Tree magazine. The Librarian is the Chief Editor of the Curriculum Tree Magazine, a biannual publication of the Centre that aims at informing society what we do.
Contact Us:
P. O. Box 7002, Kampala, +256-752 582112 / +256-776 058596, +256 701 130924 / +256 782 084250
Structure of Library & Documentation Services
The Documentation and Library Services Department comprises the following sections::
- Main Library.
- Front/Service Desk.
- Librarian's Office
Head, Library & Documentation Services
About Literature Bureau
The Literature Bureau is a platform established to nurture and promote local authorship through a community-based (bottom-up) approach to literary production. It provides opportunities for writers to develop, publish, and promote literary works that support education, culture, language development, and lifelong learning. The Bureau plays a significant role in expanding the availability of quality reading and instructional materials while encouraging creativity, innovation, and diversity in writing. It supports the development of both general and subject-specific literature and contributes to the preservation and promotion of local languages through orthography development and language standardization.
Mandate
The mandate of the Literature Bureau is to: Promote local authorship by facilitating the development, evaluation, publication, and dissemination of quality literary works and instructional materials that support education, language development, and national literacy.
Key Functions
The Literature Bureau performs the following:
- Meet increasing demands for reading and instructional materials of all kinds.
- Promote local authorship.
- Provide publishing opportunities.
- Promote creativity and diversity in writing b encouraging authors to write both general and subject specific literature.
- Meet increasing demands for reading and instructional materials of all kinds.
- Promote creativity and diversity in writing b encouraging authors to write both general and subject specific literature.
- Develop guidelines for translation.
- Develop guidelines for terminology development.
- Train prospective writers to participate in the writing activities at different levels.
- Evaluating literary works produced by authors.
- Updating local language orthographies
- Renewal of District language Board and training them on how to write materials.
Structure of the Department:
The Literature Bureau operates through several functional areas that support literary development and language promotion.
- Authorship and Publishing.
- Develop guidelines for translation.
- Standards and Quality Assurance.
- Language Development and Translation.
- Capacity Building and Community Engagement.
Manager, Literature Bureau
About ICT & Multimeida Department
The ICT Department is under the Directorate of Research, Consultancy and Library Services. It directly supports the development, dissemination, and implementation of a technology-enhanced curriculum.
Mandate
The mandate of the ICT Department is to: Provide strategic leadership in the integration of information and communication technologies into curriculum development, dissemination, and implementation by developing digital learning resources, strengthening ICT systems, and promoting innovative technology-enhanced education.
Key Functions of ICT Department
- Develop, review, and implement ICT-in-Education policies to support curriculum integration and digital transformation.
- Advise NCDC leadership and subject specialists on educational technologies, digital pedagogies, and emerging trends in teaching and learning.
- Set and enforce technical standards for digital curriculum materials, including accessibility, interoperability, and quality assurance.
- Transform traditional curricula into interactive digital learning resources in collaboration with subject specialists and instructional designers.
- Design, develop, host, and manage multimedia and digital curriculum content for online and offline access.
- Build institutional capacity through continuous professional development in digital literacy, cyber safety, and educational technology use.
- Develop and maintain NCDC website and dedicated communication platform.
- Lead partnerships with academia, EdTech companies, and innovation hubs to support co-development, research, and technology transfer.
- Explore, pilot, and integrate emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and immersive tools to enhance curriculum delivery and learning outcomes.
- Manage and secure ICT infrastructure and assets to ensure reliability, sustainability, and cost-effective operations.
- Maintain the inventory of all curriculum materials developed by the Centre.
- Illustrate, Design and Layout NCDC publications.
Structure of the Department
- Systems, Infrastructure and ICT Support
- Graphics Design and Illustration
Manager, ICT and Multimedia
About Science and Technology, Equipment Production Department
The Science and Technology Equipment Production Unit (STEPU) was set in 1987 under the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) Kyambogo with financing from the 4th IDA project to establish production of low cost equipment using locally available materials.
The Unit recently concluded the following activities: production of Class, office, library furniture for Solberg S.S in Kabale; class furniture for Greenhill Academy; St Francis nursery and primary school; Blackboard equipment for order and for stock.
The running activities and upcoming activities include; 60 2-seater desks and 120 chairs; Geometrical equipment on order; 15 3-seater desks and 2 pews and 320 pieces of slates.
Mandate
The mandate of the Science and Technology Equipment Production Unit is to: Design, manufacture, and supply affordable, quality science, technology, and educational equipment using locally available materials to support effective curriculum implementation and improve teaching and learning.
Key Functions of Department
Recent and Ongoing Activities The Science and Technology Equipment Production performs the following key functions:
- Designing and producing low-cost science and technology equipment for educational institutions.
- Manufacturing classroom, office, library, and other institutional furniture.
- Producing instructional materials and teaching aids to support curriculum implementation.
- Manufacturing blackboards, geometrical equipment, slates, and other classroom learning resources.
- Utilizing locally available materials to ensure cost-effective and sustainable production.
- Responding to production orders from schools, government institutions, and other organizations.
- Supporting the improvement of teaching and learning environments through quality educational equipment.
Structure of the Department
The Science and Technology Equipment Production operates through several functional areas that support the production and supply of educational equipment.
- Design and Production.
- Furniture Production.
- Production Planning and Customer Services
Manager, STEPD
About Print & Production
The Printing and Production Unit is responsible for coordinating and managing the Centre's printing and production operations. The Unit ensures that curriculum materials, publications, and other official documents are produced efficiently, cost-effectively, and to the required quality standards. It plays a key role in supporting curriculum development and dissemination by maintaining production facilities, managing production resources, and promoting sustainable printing operations. The Unit also contributes to the Centre's financial sustainability through resource mobilization and income-generating production services.
Mandate
The mandate of the Printing and Production Unit is to: Provide efficient, high-quality, and sustainable printing and production services that support curriculum development, publication, and dissemination while ensuring effective resource management and income generation for the Centre.
Key Functions of Department
The Printing and Production Unit is responsible for:
- Ensuring the efficient and effective administration and management of resources used in printing and production processes.
- Managing and maintaining printing and production facilities to ensure continuous, reliable, and high-quality production.
- Coordinating the production of curriculum materials, publications, and other official documents.
- Mobilizing resources to support printing and production activities.
- Generating income for the Centre through printing and production services.
- Promoting efficiency, quality assurance, and cost-effectiveness in all production operations.
Structure of the Department
The Printing and Production Unit is organized into the following functional areas:
- Production Management.
- Equipment and Facility Maintenance.
- Production Planning and Customer Services
Head, Print & Production