Dr. Simba holds a BA in Social Science Degree majoring in Political Science from Makerere University (1984); a Master's Degree in Public Administration and Management from Makerere University (1996); and a PhD in Political Science (majoring in Democratic Governance) from the Roskilde University Denmark, together with several certificates in various disciplines. Dr. Simba, before this appointment, was a Senior Lecturer, at Makerere University, Kampala, and served as Head Department of Political Science and Public Administration, at Makerere University (2008- 2012). Dr. Simba also served as the Executive Director, the Centre for Basic Research, Kampala, and held various membership positions in professional bodies, councils, associations, and committees.