About Our Initiative
Empowering professional retired senior citizens to continue contributing to Uganda's development
Background
Elders have a lot to offer to communities because of their long years of experience despite many of them being retired from formal employment. Many of them are dismissed as a spent force yet they can still make a big contribution to society.
The biggest challenge to the effective deployment of these senior citizens are the labor laws as well as the poor attitude of the young working force that are not favorable, albeit for generally understandable reasons.
There exists a big reservoir of talents that is redundant among these older persons yet they are still very useful to our communities, especially the young people. This scenario has been aggravated by the lack of confidence and low self-esteem among these elders. The situation is further compounded by their scattered nature and lack of organization.
The country is losing these talented people to illnesses that are associated with despair and inactivity such as pressure, diabetes, and depression among others. On top of that, these senior citizens find themselves in dire economic situations further aggravating the situation.
The government of Uganda recognizes older persons as those who are above 60 years and above. The government recognizes older persons as a special interest group that needs special attention and support in order to enhance social functioning and be able to actively give back to society.
Our Vision
Vibrant, responsible, resourceful, cohesive, healthy, happy and prosperous professional retired senior citizens, providing weather beaten services to the community.
Our Mission
To mobilize talents, skills, knowledge and practical experiences from professional retired senior citizens of Uganda (60 years and above) for community service and collective welfare.
Meet Our Board Members
Our distinguished board members bring decades of expertise and leadership to guide our mission
Rtn. Peter Kiwumulo Kabala
Chairperson
A seasoned Development Management specialist and social worker with a wealth of experience in both academia and the non-profit sector. He has served as a Lecturer at Uganda Christian University and held leadership roles in various organizations, focusing on program management and social-economic progress. He is currently a doctoral student at the University of South Africa.
Expertise: Strategic Management, Project Planning & Management, Public Policy Analysis
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Mrs. Tibakunirwa Judith Odoi
Deputy President
Mrs. Tibakunirwa Judith Odoi is a retired Public Servant who served in the Government of Uganda and rose to the position of Assistant Commissioner, Human Resource Management. She has extensive experience as a Human Resources Practitioner across key sectors including Water and Environment, Justice, Law and Order, Economic Development, International and Regional Cooperation, as well as ICT and Innovation. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in the development and implementation of various government policies and programs, including the Public Service Reform Program, institutionalisation of cadres within the public service, and health initiatives such as HIV/AIDS control in the public sector. Ms. Tibakunirwa holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Social Sciences and a Master of Arts in Public Administration and Management from Makerere University, as well as a Research Fellowship in International Law from Dalian Maritime University, China.
Expertise: Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Policy Development, Institutional Strengthening.
Rtn. Ddungu Stephen
Secretary General
Mr. Ddungu retired after a long and varied career in Public Service, where his last posting was as Commissioner/HR in the Health Service Commission. A committed Rotarian, he now serves as a Consultant/HR and an Adjunct Lecturer in Management.
Expertise: Human Resources, Management, Public Service
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Rtn. Josephine Muwonge
Treasurer
Ms Muwonge Josephine retired from the Public Service of the Government in 2024, having risen from the rank of Human Resource Officer (Graduate Trainee) to Commissioner level, and Head of Department. She has worked in various Government Ministries such as President’s Office, the High Court and the Ministry of Public Service where she retired from. She therefore has extensive experience in the field of Human Resource, having applied it under various circumstances and Personnel. Ms Muwonge possesses a Masters in Public Administration and Management, a Post-graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Social Administration. Due to her wide experience in Public Service, Ms Muwonge has been called upon to serve on several Government Boards and Commissions. She is currently a member of the Land Committee of Kampala City Council Authority.
Expertise: Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Social Work and Social Administration
Asaph Ndawula
Deputy Publicity Secretary
A seasoned Human Resource Practitioner/Consultant with extensive experience in both government and non-government sectors. He previously served as Head of Human Resource at the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) for 12 years.
Expertise: Human Resource Management, Consulting, Project Management
Prince Juuko Norman
Committee Member
An Agricultural Scientist with working experience as a Credit Analyst. He worked with Uganda Commercial Bank under the Uganda Rural Farmers and Development Finance Schemes for 7 years. Norman has another 20 years' experience as a private consultant engaged in appraising, evaluating Agricultural projects and conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (E.I.A.). He is trained as an E.I.A practitioner by United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) and Makerere University Institute of Environmental and National Resource (MUIENR). Currently he is board member of NECEA (NANGABO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT ASSOCIATION) www.necea.org.
Expertise: Agricultural Science, Credit Analysis, Environmental Impact Assessment, Project Appraisal
Edward Balinda Muyonjo
Deputy Secretary General
A retired Labour Officer with extensive experience in Labour related matters, that is, employer and employee relationship. He worked under the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, the defunct Kampala City Council and later Kampala City Council Authority for twenty (20) years. He possesses a Diploma in Laws and a Diploma in Social Work and Social Administration. He is currently undertaking consultancy work on Labour issues as well as Private business.
Expertise: Labour Relations, Human Resource Management, Consulting, Social Work
Our Objectives
Skills & Knowledge Sharing
To facilitate professional older persons of Uganda to share skills, knowledge and experiences through consultancy services.
Intergenerational Knowledge Transfer
Foster intergenerational knowledge sharing through mentorship, coaching, publication training and volunteer initiatives especially to the youthful population of Uganda.
Policy Contribution
Facilitate professional older persons to contribute to public policy formulation and implementation through monitoring, research, publication, lobbying and advocacy.
Welfare & Support
Provide a platform for professional older persons of Uganda to promote their welfare through socializing, networking and mutual support initiatives.
Rights Advocacy
Provide a platform for professional older persons of Uganda to advocate for their rights and interests.
Strategic Focus Areas
Mental Health
Counseling guides, mental wellness resources
Livelihoods
Business management, enterprise training
Legal Services
Legal guides, rights documentation
Physical Health
Nutrition, health management guides
General
Policies, reports, general information
Get In Touch
Location
Kampala, Uganda
pectu2025@gmail.com
Phone
(+256) 772-676-933
(+256) 782-312-483