NIRA is Hiring Data Processors and Registration Assistants for Mass Enrolment and Renewal of National IDs

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is the government agency responsible for establishing and maintaining the National Identification Register (NIRA), which contains the biometric and biographic data of all Ugandan citizens and legally resident aliens.

NIRA also issues National Identification Cards and certificates for births, deaths, and adoption orders. NIRA intends to conduct a mass enrolment and renewal exercise for all expired and unregistered citizens.

This is in line with the Registration of Persons Act, 2015, which makes possession of a National Identification Card or National Identification Number (NIN) a mandatory requirement for accessing public services. 

To support this exercise, NIRA is recruiting suitable candidates for the temporary positions of Data Processor and Registration Assistant. Data Processors will be responsible for processing, organizing, correcting, updating, and cataloguing data, as well as performing data quality control checks, identifying errors, and ensuring that all tasks are completed according to schedule.

Registration Assistants will be responsible for capturing, verifying, and enrolling the biometric and biographic data of applicants, as well as issuing and delivering the National IDs. 

The minimum qualifications for these positions are: 

•  A Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent for Registration Assistants. 

•  Proficiency in IT and computer use. 

•  Knowledge and experience in working with biometric data. 

•  High moral character and integrity, ability to focus on quality and detail, fast learner, team player, proactive, innovative, and analytical. 

•  Ability to work with or without supervision, under pressure and deadlines, and on night shifts and weekends. 

•  Previous data processing or registration experience with NIRA or Electoral Commission will be an added advantage. 

Interested candidates should submit their applications online through the NIRA website by Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The applications should include a cover letter, a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates, and a copy of the National ID. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.