Kampala, (UG):- The Office of the President announced on Thursday th appointment of Frank Rusa Nyakaana, as the acting Executive Director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) following the untimely dismissal of Dorothy Kisaka over the Kiteezi landfill disaster.
Rusa, who is the Director Legal Affairs at KCCA was appointed alongside Mr Nowera Robert, the Authority’s (Deputy Executive Director) and Ms Sarah Zalwango Karem as Director of Public Health, both in interim positions.
Nowera and Zalwango replace Deputy ED Eng Luyimbazi David and Director Public Health Dr Daniel Okello respectively.
The assignments according to Hajj Yunus Kakande, take immediate effect and will see the appointees hold positions until substantive office holders are named by the Appointing Authority, the presidency said in a September 25 letter.
Before joining KCCA, Nyakana was previously head of the Secretariat of the Inter-Party Organization for Dialogue (IPOD) under which political parties in Parliament are supposed to closely cooperate under the support of donor agencies interested in Uganda’s governance issues.
Frank Rusa, a seasoned legal professional and leader with over 20 years of experience in governance, law, and public service, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role.
Rusa holds a Bachelor of Laws Degree from Makerere University, a postgraduate diploma from the Law Development Centre in Kampala, and a Master of Public Administration degree from Harvard University.
During his time at IPOD, Rusa facilitated crucial discussions among presidents and secretaries general of political parties to build consensus on pertinent issues. He also served as Country Representative of the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD), promoting dialogue among and between political actors for consensus building on matters of national development and peaceful co-existence.
As Programme Manager for Deepening Democracy at the Democratic Governance Facility (DGF), Rusa led initiatives to strengthen civic engagement in democratic processes, collaborating closely with civil society organizations and state institutions. At DGF, the largest multi-donor fund dedicated to supporting democratic governance in Africa, Rusa worked tirelessly to promote democratic values.
Between 2003 and 2006, Rusa headed the Legal and Public Relations Department at the Uganda Electoral Commission, playing a critical role in guiding the institution and the Government of Uganda in its transition from “no party” politics to multiparty politics in 2005. During his tenure, he provided expert legal advice and representation to the Commission.
Additionally, Rusa served as Director of Legal Affairs at KCCA, leading a comprehensive program of legal services that supported virtually every facet of the Authority’s work. He directed the Directorate of Legal Affairs, guiding the Authority’s decision-makers with a clear view of all their lawful options and proactive counsel.
Rusa’s expertise extends to facilitating high-level dialogues, leading civic engagement initiatives, and community organizing and team building. His commitment to advancing democratic governance and human rights is evident in his previous roles.
In 2012, Rusa attended the prestigious Draper-Hills Democracy fellowship at Stanford University. He was also a Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellow at the National Endowment for Democracy in 2013.
As KCCA’s acting Executive Director, Rusa will steer the Authority forward during this challenging period, addressing the issues leading to the Kiteezi landfill tragedy and ensuring the Authority’s effective operation. His appointment is effective immediately, and he will hold the position until a substantive office holder is appointed.
Rusa’s terms include submitting quarterly reports to the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, as well as the Minister in charge of KCCA. With his impressive background and expertise, Frank Rusa is well-equipped to lead KCCA towards a more positive and productive future.
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