Ministry of Public Service and Mak-RIF Engagement
The Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF) was honored to host a delegation from the Ministry of Public Service on 28th May 2025 for a benchmarking engagement aimed at strengthening research management and innovation systems within the public sector. This engagement marks a significant milestone in fostering collaborative efforts between academia and government institutions to promote evidence-based public service delivery.
Objectives of the Engagement
- To share best practices in research governance, grant management, and innovation facilitation.
- To support the Ministry of Public Service as it operationalizes its own Research Management Committee.
- To initiate a framework for long-term collaboration in research and innovation management.
Highlights of the Engagement
- The benchmarking visit featured detailed presentations by the Mak-RIF Secretariat team, focusing on the structure, operations, and impact of the Fund.
- Discussions covered strategic areas such as research prioritization, funding cycles, knowledge translation, and stakeholder engagement.
- Valuable experiences and lessons learned from Mak-RIF’s implementation journey were shared with the Ministry team to inform their upcoming initiatives.
This successful engagement not only highlights the growing role of research in shaping public sector reform but also reaffirms Mak-RIF’s commitment to contributing to national development through strategic partnerships and evidence-based approaches. We look forward to continued collaboration with the Ministry of Public Service and other government entities in advancing a research-informed transformation agenda.
