The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Uganda is inviting qualified and passionate individuals to apply for the position of Creche Officer. This role is based at the Fund’s Headquarters and offers an opportunity to provide quality childcare services while supporting employee wellbeing.

Position Details

Job Title: Creche Officer (Readvertised)

Job Grade: C2

Department: People and Culture

Reports To: Manager – Employee Wellbeing

Duty Station: Headquarters

Vacancies: 1

Job Purpose

The Creche Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s crèche by organizing and implementing a stimulating, safe, and nurturing programme of activities for children aged two years and below within a group childcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the overall safety, health, and wellbeing of children in the crèche.
• Provide a caring, stimulating, and supportive environment for children.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities that promote children’s spiritual, physical, cognitive, and character development.
• Prepare and organize crèche rooms before daily activities begin.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the facility.
• Ensure proper maintenance of crèche equipment and learning resources.
• Maintain children’s registration records and individual files.
• Handle all children’s and parents’ information with strict confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with all crèche policies, procedures, and the code of conduct.
• Sterilize toys and play equipment regularly to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
• Clean and care for children daily as required.
• Keep parents and supervisors informed about children’s wellbeing and development.
• Resolve routine operational issues and escalate matters requiring management attention.
• Prepare budgets for crèche operations and manage petty cash responsibly.
• Coordinate monthly meetings with parents.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports.
• Participate in other Fund activities as assigned.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Handling and Care.

Professional training in early childhood handling and care will be an added advantage.

Experience

Applicants must have:

• At least 2 years of experience caring for young children in a preschool, daycare centre, crèche, orphanage, babies’ home, or a similar childcare environment.
• Experience managing crèche equipment and childcare resources.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Supervisory skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of childcare regulations and best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good listening skills, patience, understanding, and a non-judgmental attitude.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Passion for caring for children.
• Friendly, caring, flexible, and respectful when interacting with others.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications by completing the online application form using the link below:

https://nssfuganda.jotform.com/261821323417552

Applicants are advised to provide complete information and attach all required documentation. Providing insufficient information or failing to attach the necessary documents may result in disqualification.

Important: Canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

Application Deadline

Thursday, 16th July 2026