Jonathan Tabalanga
Lecturer (International Relations)
Kampala
Summary
Dynamic professional with a robust background in public affairs, international relations, and communication, complemented by expertise in environmental issues, human rights advocacy, and governance. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines. Adept at fostering collaborative relationships and excelling in independent roles, ensuring a high level of confidentiality and integrity in all tasks. Committed to leveraging strong research and drafting skills to drive impactful results in educational management and administration.
Well-versed international relations expert with track record for consistently engaging students in stimulating and relevant material. Conscientious educator with learning objectives of each student in mind. Results-oriented Lecturer cognizant of test preparedness and student interest, adapting to feedback where necessary.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
University Lecturer
Cavendish University, Faculty of Social economic sciences
09.2020 - Current
- Teaching 300+ students in subjects like Introduction to international Relations, Advanced theory of diplomacy, International Politics of the environment and political Thought
- Mentoring and supervising 50+ students while effectively addressing their concerns and providing necessary feedback.
- Hosting public lectures and discussions of 500+ youth-led policy topics with government officials
- Participation in curriculum development
- Orientation of new students
- Invigilation of examinations
- Achievements
- 1) Taught 300+ students in subjects like political governance, Human Rights, peace and conflict studies, Negotiation and Diplomacy, international relations, government and politics and conflict and political Thought as a University Lecturer
- 2) Mentored and supervised 50+ students while effectively addressing their concerns and providing necessary feedback as a University Lecturer
Political Analyst/Commentator
NTV, NBS TV, Spirit TV, Spark TV, Power FM, KFM
01.2019 - Current
- Monitor and give perspective to current political events (local and international)
- Analyze governments, political ideas, policies, political trends, and foreign relations
University Lecturer
Uganda Christian University (UCU), Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
09.2018 - Current
- Teaching 500+ students in subjects like political governance, Human Rights, peace and conflict studies, Negotiation and Diplomacy, international relations and contemporary issues in international relations. Government and politics and conflict and political Thought
- Mentoring and supervising 50+ students while effectively addressing their concerns and providing necessary feedback.
- Hosting public lectures and discussions of 500+ youth-led policy topics with government officials
- Participation in curriculum development
- Handling student inquiries
- Orientation of new students
- Invigilation of examinations
- Achievements
- 1) Taught 500+ students in subjects like political governance, Human Rights, peace and conflict studies, Negotiation and Diplomacy, international relations, government and politics and conflict and political Thought as a University Lecturer
- 2) Mentored and supervised 50+ students while effectively addressing their concerns and providing necessary feedback as a University Lecturer
International Relations & Communication Officer
Uganda Post Limited
12.2017 - 05.2023
- Maintain active dialogue between UPL and other stakeholders to assure constant favorable relations.
- Coordination of the implementation of UPU, PAPU and EACO requirements in line with international Postal standards.
- Manage internal and external communication
- Ensure that UPL fulfils its international obligation in line with its membership in organizations such as UPU, PAPU and EACO.
- Coordination of UPL responses to information required by international stakeholders.
- Ensuring that UPL participates in international cooperation engagements with key stakeholders such as UPU, PAPU, EACO.
- Reviewing monthly, quarterly and annual reports for submission to the Head Corporate & International Relations.
- Provision supervisory leadership and mentorship to staff under the department.
- Assist with the development and implementation of the communication strategy
- Participate actively in review of the sectional policies and annual work plans.
- Support the organizing of international events, meetings in Uganda in collaboration with UCC and the line Ministry.
- Coordinate project activities
- Achievements
- 1) I was national coordinator QSF (Quality of service fund) and GMS (global monitoring system) for the universal postal union (UPU)
- 2) Participated in the drafting of UPL’s Communication policy
- 3) Managed internal and external communication for UPL Participated actively in review of the departmental policies and annual work plans for UPL
Political /Research Assistant
High Commission (Embassy) of Trinidad & Tobago
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Research and report writing. I was responsible for collecting and compiling information used in writing the High Commissions situational and annual reports.
- Analyzing and reporting on prevailing political situations.
- Fundraising: I occasionally supported the fundraising coordinator in preparing update reports for all donors as required. Acknowledging donations and writing thank your letters and also gather and disseminate information from weekly newspapers.
- Drafting letters and memoranda on the request of the Head of Mission.
- Scheduling and coordination of meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for the High Commissioner and other diplomatic staff.
- Achievements
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for the High Commissioner and other diplomatic staff for the High Commission of Trinidad & Tobago
- Coordinated the Haiti disaster relief fund (collected over ugx 350million)
- Attended 35th conference on the International Telecommunications Satellite Organization (ITSO) in 2012 as an advisor to the delegation of Trinidad and Tobago
Customer Care Advisor
MTN Uganda
01.2007 - 01.2008
- First point of contact for customers, visitors and consultants.
- Was responsible for handling customer complaints and providing feedback.
- Handled customer email complaints on the generic email address of MTN Uganda and responded to the general inquiries regarding job vacancies.
- Issuing refunds or compensation to customers
- Keeping accurate records of correspondence with customers
- Meeting with other managers to discuss possible improvements to customer service
- Visiting customers to provide a one-to-one service
- Achievements
- Was responsible for handling customer complaints and providing feedback as a Customer Care Advisor for MTN Uganda
Education
MA - International Relations and Diplomatic Studies
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda01.2011
Bachelors of Arts Social Sciences (Hons) - Political Science, Social administration and Psychology
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda01.2008
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Kiira College Butiki
Jinja, Uganda01.2002
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Old Kampala Secondary School
Kampala, Uganda01.2000
Skills
Languages: (Lusoga): Native Speaker English: Fluent Luganda: Fluent Spanish: Beginner/Basic
Certification
Certificate in a humanitarian e-Learning course building a better response.
Timeline
University Lecturer
Cavendish University, Faculty of Social economic sciences
09.2020 - Current
Political Analyst/Commentator
NTV, NBS TV, Spirit TV, Spark TV, Power FM, KFM
01.2019 - Current
University Lecturer
Uganda Christian University (UCU), Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
09.2018 - Current
International Relations & Communication Officer
Uganda Post Limited
12.2017 - 05.2023
Political /Research Assistant
High Commission (Embassy) of Trinidad & Tobago
01.2009 - 01.2016
Customer Care Advisor
MTN Uganda
01.2007 - 01.2008
Bachelors of Arts Social Sciences (Hons) - Political Science, Social administration and Psychology
Makerere University
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Kiira College Butiki
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Old Kampala Secondary School
MA - International Relations and Diplomatic Studies
Makerere University
References
- Dr. Kizito Martin , Dean School of Social Sciences , mkizito@ucu.ac.ug, +256777784227
- Dr. Alice Wabule, Dean Faculaty of social-Economic sciences,awabule@cavendish.ac.ug, +256772420535
- Charles, Ssentongo, Chief of Protocol, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Government of Uganda, charlessento@yahoo.co.uk, +256782135774
ARTICLES AND NEWS CITATIONS
- Jonathan Tabalanga; compulsory Civil Police Relations Training Necessary, published in the daily monitor of 5th August, 2016 (page, 10) https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/compulsory-civil-police-relations-training-necessary-1661040
- Jonathan Tabalanga; The Uncertainty of South Sudan Peace, published in the new vision of 9th August, 2016 (page,14)
- Jonathan Tabalanga; EU needs Consensus on how to solve migrant crisis, published in the daily monitor of 30th September,2015(page 10)
- Germany deserves credit for handling migrant crisis, summary of the article was published in the new vision of 17th September 2015 (page21) full article was published on the online edition of the same paper.
- Weighing in on NRM-DP Cooperation | Morning at NTV; Analysis by Jonathan Tabalanga https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thy6tRNQo-c
- NTV News; What is the Game plan for NUP; Analysis by Jonathan Tabalanga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faZ67o0yD5I
- NBS News; South Sudan Political Crisis: commentary by Jonathan Tabalanga; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfokdq7QibE
WORKSHOPS / CONFERENCES ATTENDED
- 35th conference on the International Telecommunications Satellite Organization (ITSO), July 3rd -6th 2012 in Kampala, Uganda. (I was selected by the High Commission of Trinidad and Tobago as an advisor to its delegation
- The 23rd EACO Congress and 26th EACO Assemblies Mwanza Tanzania July- 2019
political debates
i often engage in political debates with government officials on the prevailing social , political and economic issues