NEWS- Minister of Presidency, Milly Babalanda, has provided clarity on the recent appointments in the Office of Resident District Commissioner, confirming that only two staff members have been recruited to support office activities.
This clarification comes amidst widespread rumors circulating on social media platforms alleging multiple appointments by President Museveni to the position of Assistant Resident District Commissioner.
“I hereby confirm that the President’s Office has appointed two individuals to assist in the RDC office,” stated Minister Babalanda, addressing the public.
Minister Babalanda assured that once the necessary public service procedures are completed, a comprehensive list of successful candidates will be published for public awareness and support.
In Uganda, RDC stands for Resident District Commissioner, who is a government-appointed official responsible for coordinating the administration and governance of a district on behalf of the central government.
The RDC serves as the principal representative of the president at the district level and plays a key role in implementing government policies, maintaining law and order, and promoting development initiatives within the district.
The difference between a Deputy Resident District Commissioner (Deputy RDC) and an Assistant Resident District Commissioner (Ass RDC) lies primarily in their roles and responsibilities:
1. Deputy Resident District Commissioner (Deputy RDC): The Deputy RDC serves as the second-in-command to the Resident District Commissioner. They assist the RDC in carrying out their duties and may act on behalf of the RDC in their absence. The Deputy RDC may have specific areas of responsibility or oversight within the district, depending on the organizational structure and needs of the district administration.
2. Assistant Resident District Commissioner (Ass RDC): The Assistant RDC also assists the Resident District Commissioner in the administration of the district. They may have similar responsibilities to the Deputy RDC, including assisting with policy implementation, maintaining law and order, and coordinating government activities within the district. However, the specific roles and responsibilities of an Assistant RDC may vary depending on the district’s needs and the preferences of the RDC.
In summary, both the Deputy RDC and Assistant RDC serve as key members of the district administration team, supporting the Resident District Commissioner in their efforts to govern the district effectively and represent the central government’s interests at the local level. The main difference between them lies in their titles and potentially in their specific areas of responsibility within the district administration structure.
