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Senior Data Officer for Ethiopia
SUMMARY: IMPACT Initiatives is seeking a Senior Data Officer to support its Ethiopia mission projects from Kampala or remotely. The role focuses on data systems, dashboards, research cycle support, data cleaning and analysis, data quality, and technical supervision of country data teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support Ethiopia mission teams with information products, dashboards, data analysis, and research outputs.
Support assessment teams with methodologies, tools, sampling, data cleaning, analysis, and process automation.
Review information products and dissemination strategies in line with IMPACT research standards.
Improve data quality, geospatial data management, monitoring, and technical information systems.
Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and capacity building to data officers and country data teams.
Maintain Power BI and Shiny dashboards and support development of new dashboards.
Expected start date is 1 June 2026.
Category:
Data Science
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
IMPACT Initiatives
Date Posted:
18 May 2026
Date Expiring:
31 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply through the IMPACT Initiatives vacancy page: https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-data-officer-for-ethiopia-based-in-kampala-link-for-external-applicants/.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Type:
6 months, with possibility of extension;
Requirements:
At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Strong skills in R and data cleaning or analysis workflows.
Proven skills in Power BI and Shiny.
Excellent communication and data visualization skills.
Ability to multitask across several research cycles and work independently with colleagues and partners.
Fluency in English; previous experience in the region is highly preferred.
Consultant (Trainer) CSTII
SUMMARY:The World Food Programme is seeking a Consultant Trainer to support the rollout of Transport Training Centre activities in Eastern Africa. The role focuses on fleet management training, workshop management, driver training, HGV/LV maintenance, capacity strengthening, stakeholder coordination, coaching, and reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct scoping missions in selected countries to identify fleet workforce and operational training needs.
Advise stakeholders on the design and implementation of capacity strengthening activities.
Prepare and deliver online and face-to-face training on fleet management, workshop management, driver training, and HGV/LV maintenance.
Contribute to development of training content with relevant stakeholders.
Provide coaching and technical advice to support implementation of capacity strengthening activities.
Prepare timely reports on training delivery, impact, and related activities.
Category:
Engineering
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
World Food Programme (WFP)
Date Posted:
18 May 2026
Date Expiring:
2 Jun 2026
Application Details:
Apply online through the WFP Workday recruitment system at https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/wfp/job_openings/details/Consultant-Trainer--CSTII-Kampala_JR123216.
Applications must include a CV and cover letter.
Job Type:
Full-time international consultant contract
Requirements:
University degree in Mechanical, Automobile, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related functional area.
At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in training.
Demonstrated experience in capacity strengthening initiatives.
Experience in fleet management and supply chain.
International experience in fleet management, workshop management, fleet management systems, and transport tracking systems.
Working knowledge of English at proficiency/Level C and French at proficiency/Level B.
Environmental Data Research and Methodology Intern
SUMMARY: The United Nations Environment Programme is seeking an Environmental Data Research and Methodology Intern to support the Data Analytics, Statistics and Intelligence Section in Nairobi. The role focuses on environmental data research, methodology development, evidence assessment, database support, workflow documentation, and technical inputs for reports and briefs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with development of guidelines and methodology for research on emerging environmental issues.
Conduct research on data sources, environmental issues, and emerging issues.
Support organisation and updating of databases.
Compile, assess, and rank evidence from research sources.
Document data processes, workflows, and methodologies.
Prepare technical inputs for reports, presentations, and briefs.
Category:
Physical & Environ. Sci.
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Company:
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Date Posted:
18 May 2026
Date Expiring:
3 Jun 2026
Application Details:
Apply online through the UN Careers portal at https://careers.un.org/jobopening?language=en.
Job Opening ID: 277779.
Job Type:
Internship
Requirements:
Must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate programme, or be enrolled in or have completed the final year of a first university degree.
Field of study must be Environmental Science, Data Science, Statistics, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Development, or a related field.
Computer literacy in standard software applications.
Ability to conduct scientific literature research and critically assess information sources.
Understanding of basic environmental science concepts.
Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.
Technical Process Operator – Mechanical
SUMMARY: Agro Processing Plant is seeking a Technical Process Operator – Mechanical to support the operation and maintenance of production process equipment. The role focuses on process machine operation, mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment integrity, spare parts coordination, and safe production operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operate production process equipment and machines end to end.
Maintain a safe, healthy, and risk-free working environment in line with safety policies.
Maintain and repair equipment, machines, and associated devices while meeting quality standards.
Perform operation and maintenance tasks on processing machines.
Conduct condition monitoring, inspections, troubleshooting, and fault assessments.
Support spare parts ordering, delivery verification, and maintenance consumables management.
Category:
Engineering
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
Agro Processing Plant
Date Posted:
18 May 2026
Date Expiring:
26 May 2026
Application Details:
Send applications to:hravoils2025@gmail.com
Indicate the position applied for in the email subject line.
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Minimum of a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
At least 2 years of hands-on mechanical experience in avocado oil processing companies.
Experience in process flow operations and maintenance of processing machines and equipment.
Knowledge of health and safety protocols in FMCG is an added advantage.
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel.
Experience using ERP systems is required.
Full-Stack Engineer – Customer Support
SUMMARY: Kanzu Code is seeking a Full-Stack Engineer – Customer Support to support users and resolve production system issues. The role focuses on debugging live systems, documenting fixes, working with support and operations teams, and improving systems based on customer feedback.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Debug and resolve production issues in live systems.
Support users by investigating and addressing technical problems.
Improve systems based on recurring issues and customer feedback.
Build long-term technical solutions rather than temporary fixes.
Document fixes, processes, and recurring issues.
Work closely with Support and Operations teams.
Category:
ICT
Location:
Uganda
Company:
Kanzu Code
Date Posted:
18 May 2026
Date Expiring:
26 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online through this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedNFSSsX1sIwcZjOqfSyhiTmw1ASJCEox4WfpWUIlEagZIpg/viewform
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
2–4 years of experience in full-stack development.
Experience with a frontend framework such as React, Vue, or similar.
Comfortable working with databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
Experience debugging and supporting live systems.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work with customer support and operations teams.
Transfer Technician
SUMMARY: Yalelo Uganda is seeking a Transfer Technician to support the movement of fingerlings from the hatchery to nursery cages on the lake. The role focuses on fish transfer preparation, equipment checks, water quality monitoring, fish grading, handling, and health and safety compliance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inspect hapas, cages, nets, transport tanks, trucks, pipes, funnels, and transfer materials before fish transfer.
Wash, disinfect, clean, and test transport tanks and transfer equipment before use.
Check water parameters at the pond of origin and lake before fish movement.
Grade and sample fish according to required sizes and average body weight.
Monitor salt concentration, oxygen levels, and fish handling conditions to reduce stress.
Maintain health, safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards during transfer operations.
Category:
Agriculture
Location:
Butembe-Buikwe, Uganda
Company:
Yalelo Uganda
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
26 May 2026
Application Details:
Send your application, CV, and academic documents as one PDF document to careers@yalelo.ug.
Clearly specify the job position in the email subject line.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Uganda Certificate of Education.
At least 2 years of work experience in the hatchery.
Knowledge of swimming and rescue skills.
Good communication, reading, and writing skills.
Basic mathematics skills.
Physical strength, stamina, accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
Feed Quality Technician
SUMMARY: Yalelo Uganda is seeking a Feed Quality Technician to support feed inspection, sampling, testing, and documentation. The role focuses on feed quality analysis, laboratory testing, data management, reporting, equipment maintenance, and laboratory housekeeping.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inspect feed on arrival for durability, colour, odour, contamination, and general condition.
Collect feed samples from trucks according to established sampling procedures.
Conduct physical and proximate analyses, including floatability, bulk density, buoyancy, moisture, crude protein, fat, ash, and fibre.
Record, verify, and enter laboratory results into approved databases and reporting systems.
Prepare routine feed quality reports and maintain traceable laboratory records.
Maintain laboratory cleanliness, safety, sample handling, stock monitoring, calibration, and routine equipment maintenance.
Category:
Agriculture
Location:
Butembe-Buikwe, Uganda
Company:
Yalelo Uganda
Date Posted:
13 May 2026
Date Expiring:
22 May 2026
Application Details:
Send your application, CV, and academic documents as one PDF document to careers@yalelo.ug.
Clearly specify the job position in the email subject line.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries & Aquaculture, Veterinary Medicine, Zoology, Animal Science, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in laboratory work, feed quality control, or aquaculture operations is an added advantage.
Basic understanding of feed quality parameters and laboratory procedures.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good data entry and record-keeping skills.
Basic laboratory analytical skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Fabrication Artisan
SUMMARY: Yalelo Uganda is seeking a Fabrication Artisan to support workshop fabrication and welding activities for aquaculture production operations. The role focuses on welding, fabrication, equipment maintenance, workshop safety, preventive maintenance, tool management, and support to production engineering teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out fabrication and welding work using specialised workshop equipment.
Complete planned fabrication, welding, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance tasks.
Support maintenance of feed platforms, barges, fabricated equipment, and aquaculture production systems.
Attend, conduct, and document workshop safety toolbox talks.
Follow permit-to-work, PPE, waste disposal, and Yalelo OHSE policies and procedures.
Support workshop tool audits, records management, inspections, and reporting of damaged or missing tools.
Category:
Engineering
Location:
Butembe-Buikwe, Uganda
Company:
Yalelo Uganda
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
26 May 2026
Application Details:
Send your application, CV, and academic documents as one PDF document to careers@yalelo.ug.
Clearly specify the job position in the email subject line.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Uganda Certificate of Education or general certificate in basic/general engineering skills.
At least 1 year of practical experience in fabrication and welding.
Proficiency in metal fabrication and welding tools, including shears, rollers, flame cutters, MIG/TIG/Arc welding equipment, and drill presses.
Ability to interpret engineering CAD prints; knowledge of technical drawing is an added advantage.
Basic understanding of engineering principles, methods, and techniques, preferably in a food manufacturing or production environment.
Competence in permit-to-work safety systems, including hot works, confined space, electrical tools, and work at height.
Post Doctoral Fellow – Banana Climate Resilience Evaluation
SUMMARY: The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is seeking a Post Doctoral Fellow to support banana climate resilience evaluation in Uganda. The role focuses on banana field experimentation, phenotyping, drought tolerance screening, data management, reporting, scientific publications, and research collaboration.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct field phenotyping and screening of bananas for climate change adaptation.
Design and implement field experiments to evaluate banana cultivars for climate resilience.
Oversee collection, verification, curation, and analysis of climatic and agronomic data.
Support field trial management, including planting, agronomic management, pest and disease control, harvesting, and post-harvest procedures.
Contribute to scientific publications, proposals, concept notes, and research reports.
Support partnerships, collaboration, supervision, and training of junior technical and field staff.
Category:
Agriculture
Location:
Kawanda, Kampala, Uganda
Company:
Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
27 May 2026
Application Details:
Initial contract of one year, subject to a six-month probationary period; renewable based on performance and availability of funds.
Applicants should visit https://www.bioversityinternational.org/jobs/ or https://alliancebioversityciat.org/careers to view full details and submit their applications.
Applications should include a letter of application, CV, and names/contacts of at least three professional referees, and must include reference number REF: RFP 500284 – Post Doctoral Fellow – Banana Climate Resilience Evaluation – Uganda.
Job Type:
Contract (1 year, renewable)
Requirements:
PhD in Plant Breeding, Crop Science, or Crop Improvement from a renowned university.
At least 3 years of experience carrying out phenotyping work; experience with LICOR is required.
Proficiency in R-based data collection and analysis tools and platforms.
Exposure to Musabase, Genstat, and/or Fieldbook is an advantage.
Experience or knowledge in crop irrigation scheduling for drought experiments, or ability to learn quickly.
Excellent English communication skills, strong organization, problem-solving ability, and willingness to travel and spend extended periods in the field.
Environmental & Social Safeguard Specialist
SUMMARY: Aldelia is seeking an Environmental & Social Safeguard Specialist to support nature-based carbon projects in Uganda. The role focuses on FPIC processes, social risk management, land conflict resolution, benefit-sharing agreements, and compliance with Verra CCB and IFC Performance Standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead FPIC processes to secure community consent for REDD+ and agroforestry carbon projects.
Negotiate and draft benefit-sharing agreements, including revenue distribution and livelihood programs.
Ensure compliance with UNDRIP, IFC Performance Standard 7, Verra CCB, and relevant safeguard requirements.
Develop Gender Action Plans and Resettlement Frameworks, where applicable.
Monitor and mitigate social risks, including displacement, cultural impacts, and land-related concerns.
Train local teams on grievance redress mechanisms and support partnerships with local governments, chiefdoms, and NGOs.
Category:
Physical & Environ. Sci.
Location:
Uganda
Company:
Aldelia
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
24 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online at https://app.beehire.com/invite/Ab3-HfNIh?form=false.
Include writing samples such as community agreements or FPIC reports, if available.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Master’s degree in Land Law, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in community engagement or social safeguards for environmental projects in Uganda.
Proven experience in land conflict resolution, customary land documentation, and community carbon agreement negotiation.
Experience applying FPIC, UNDRIP, and IFC Performance Standards.
Familiarity with Uganda’s land governance structures and carbon policies.
Fluency in Luganda or other local languages.
Forestry / Ecology Specialist
SUMMARY: Aldelia is seeking a Forestry / Ecology Specialist to support large-scale nature-based carbon projects in Uganda. The role focuses on ecological assessments, forest carbon inventories, biodiversity conservation, forest monitoring, and technical reporting for REDD+, reforestation, and agroforestry projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct forest carbon inventories using IPCC Tier 2/3 methodologies.
Estimate baseline carbon stocks and project-level sequestration potential.
Assess biodiversity impacts and support compliance with CCB Standards.
Design and implement long-term forest monitoring programs.
Prepare technical reports for carbon project validation, including PDDs and monitoring plans.
Train local teams on forest inventory protocols and support community engagement on ecological benefits.
Category:
Physical & Environ. Sci.
Location:
Uganda
Company:
Aldelia
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
24 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online at https://app.beehire.com/invite/UG0rgphHu?form=false.
Include examples of past carbon project documents, such as forest inventory reports or biodiversity assessments, if available.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
BSc in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Master’s degree or PhD is an added advantage.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience in forest carbon projects, tropical ecology, or sustainable forest management.
Proven expertise in forest inventory techniques, biodiversity assessments, and Uganda or Sub-Saharan forest ecosystems.
Familiarity with carbon standards such as VCS, Gold Standard, and CCB is a plus.
Certifications in forest carbon accounting or biodiversity conservation, such as CFCC or FSC, are advantageous.
Quantity Surveyor EI
SUMMARY: Technical Assistance Services is seeking a Quantity Surveyor EI to support enabling infrastructure works under the Surface Facilities department. The role focuses on cost control, work measurement, contract variations, payment verification, construction progress reporting, and value-for-money management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Track design and construction changes and adjust budget projections accordingly.
Measure and value work completed on site.
Verify certificates of work for payment.
Liaise with contractors, site managers, project managers, and site engineers.
Advise on contract interpretation, construction material selection, and cost-related risks.
Prepare construction progress reports, variation reports, and independent cost estimates.
Category:
Engineering
Location:
Site, Uganda
Company:
Technical Assistance Services (TAS)
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
28 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online at https://app.beehire.com/invite/zSPahQHbw?form=false.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.
Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in civil engineering or quantity surveying.
Experience measuring, valuing, and reporting on construction works.
Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
Knowledge of methods of measurement and valuation.
Ability to support cost control, risk reduction, and value-for-money delivery.
Information Systems Auditor
SUMMARY: Bugadde SACCO is seeking an Information Systems Auditor to support the review and improvement of its digital operations and IT control environment. The role focuses on information systems audit, cybersecurity, ICT risk management, data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Evaluate the effectiveness of the SACCO’s information systems and IT controls.
Monitor cybersecurity measures and digital operations.
Assess ICT risks and recommend improvements.
Support data integrity, system security, and regulatory compliance.
Review systems for operational efficiency and control weaknesses.
Prepare audit findings, reports, and recommendations.
Category:
ICT
Location:
Mayuge, Uganda
Company:
Bugadde SACCO
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
23 May 2026
Application Details:
Send your CV and cover letter to hr@bugaddesacco.com.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in IT audit or systems security.
Knowledge of cybersecurity, databases, and ICT risk management.
Experience in banking or SACCO systems is an added advantage.
Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, CEH, ISO 27001, or COBIT are an added advantage.
Transfer Technician
SUMMARY: Yalelo Uganda is seeking a Transfer Technician to support the transfer of fingerlings from the hatchery to nursery cages on Lake Victoria. The role focuses on fish handling, transfer preparation, water quality checks, equipment readiness, fish grading, and health and safety compliance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inspect hapas, cages, nets, transfer tanks, trucks, pipes, funnels, and transfer materials before fish movement.
Wash, disinfect, test, and maintain transport tanks and related equipment.
Check water parameters at the pond of origin and lake before transfer.
Grade, sample, and transfer fish according to required sizes and average body weight.
Monitor oxygen levels, salt concentration, and handling conditions to reduce fish stress.
Maintain health, safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards during transfer operations.
Category:
Agriculture
Location:
Buikwe, Uganda
Company:
Yalelo Uganda
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
26 May 2026
Application Details:
Send your application, CV, and academic documents as one PDF document to careers@yalelo.ug.
Clearly specify the job position in the email subject line.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Uganda Certificate of Education.
At least 2 years of work experience in a hatchery.
Knowledge of swimming and rescue skills.
Good communication, reading, and writing skills.
Basic mathematics skills.
Physical strength, stamina, attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to swim.
Facility Manager
SUMMARY: EMERGENCY is seeking a Facility Manager to support operations at the Children’s Surgical Hospital in Entebbe. The role focuses on facility management, logistics, maintenance coordination, infrastructure systems, procurement support, warehouse oversight, fleet management, staff supervision, and operational reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, organise, and supervise facility management, logistics, and technical activities within the hospital and related compounds.
Coordinate maintenance of construction, energy, HVAC, water, sanitation, IT, cold chain, laundry, and medical gas systems.
Ensure proper management of medical, hazardous, and general waste systems in line with safety regulations.
Plan and supervise technical works, infrastructure adaptations, expansion projects, and related budgets.
Supervise procurement, shipments, customs clearance, warehouses, inventory, logistics indicators, and storage facilities.
Coordinate non-medical staff, support recruitment and training, and prepare regular facility and hospital management reports.
Category:
Engineering
Location:
Entebbe, Uganda
Company:
EMERGENCY
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
15 Jun 2026
Application Details:
Submit one PDF containing a detailed CV, cover letter, academic and professional papers, and names of 3 work-related referees with email and daytime telephone contacts.
Applications can be submitted personally to EMERGENCY’s office at Plot 120-122 Bishop Dunstan Nsubuga Road, Entebbe; by email to recruitment.uganda@emergency.it;
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Degree in Engineering, Facility Management, Technical Sciences, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in facility management, hospital operations, or similar roles.
Previous experience with NGOs, hospitals, or humanitarian settings is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of infrastructure systems, maintenance management, and technical operations.
Experience supervising teams and coordinating multidisciplinary staff.
Strong organisational, problem-solving, leadership, communication, computer, and English language skills.
Volunteer Enrolled Midwife
SUMMARY: Medical Teams International is seeking a Volunteer Enrolled Midwife to provide midwifery services in Adjumani, West Nile. The role focuses on maternal, newborn and child health services, antenatal care, labour and delivery support, family planning, immunization, nutrition, PMTCT, and accurate health reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide maternal, newborn and child health services during pregnancy, labour, delivery, and postpartum periods.
Provide antenatal care, health education, birth preparedness support, and management or referral of high-risk pregnancies.
Monitor mothers and newborns during labour and delivery and document patient information accurately.
Provide counselling on pregnancy, post-pregnancy care, breastfeeding, family planning, and nutrition.
Provide immunization services, safe vaccine management, AEFI reporting, and support for sexual violence case management.
Monitor drugs, supplies, biomedical equipment, hygiene, sterilization, IPC standards, and submit accurate reports.
Category:
Health & Medical
Location:
Adjumani, West Nile, Uganda
Company:
Medical Teams International
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
25 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply through the Medical Teams International application platform: Apply online at https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/BE1660BE3D0630C7C609C2764DD1B065/jobs/200603.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Certificate of Enrolled Midwifery from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery.
Registration with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council.
Valid practising license.
At least 1 year of midwifery experience.
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage.
Knowledge of professional midwifery principles, waste disposal procedures, hygiene management, and IPC protocols.
Health Assistant
SUMMARY: Medical Teams International is seeking a Health Assistant to support community health promotion and disease prevention activities in Amuru, Uganda. The role focuses on health education, community mobilization, VHT supervision, EPI outreaches, nutrition services, reproductive health services, disease surveillance, and outbreak response.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise, coordinate, and work with VHTs to implement community health interventions.
Organise community feedback sessions, dialogues, listening sessions, and focused group discussions.
Support health promotion and disease prevention activities covering EPI, HIV/AIDS, WASH, child welfare, family planning, nutrition, and outbreak prevention.
Prepare materials and deliver health education sessions.
Conduct disease surveillance, home visits, referrals, and community follow-up activities.
Analyse data and submit reports according to schedule.
Category:
Health & Medical
Location:
Amuru, Uganda
Company:
Medical Teams International
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
25 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply through the Medical Teams International application platform: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/BE1660BE3D0630C7C609C2764DD1B065/jobs/211436
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Diploma in Environmental Health Science or Environmental Science.
Registration with Allied Health Professionals.
Valid practicing licence and valid driving licence.
Minimum of 1 year of experience implementing public and environmental health activities.
Knowledge of public health interventions, behaviour change methods, and community mobilization.
Skills in data analysis, report writing, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and group presentations.
Enrolled Nurse
SUMMARY: Medical Teams International is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to provide preventive, curative, and public health education services in Adjumani, West Nile. The role focuses on nursing care, patient support, medication dispensing, primary healthcare activities, infection prevention, data reporting, and adherence to medical protocols.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide nursing services, including patient observation, diagnosis support, and treatment in consultation with the Clinical Officer.
Receive, triage, assist, and monitor patients in wards, OPD, emergency areas, and other care settings.
Dispense medication according to prescription and provide clear instructions to patients.
Participate in PHC activities, including health education, MCH, nutrition, family planning, PMTCT, and HCT services.
Monitor drug and nursing equipment usage and report re-stocking or equipment maintenance needs.
Ensure hygiene, sterilization, infection prevention, accurate data collection, and timely reporting.
Category:
Health & Medical
Location:
Adjumani, West Nile, Uganda
Company:
Medical Teams International
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
25 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply through the Medical Teams International application platform: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/BE1660BE3D0630C7C609C2764DD1B065/jobs/211868
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Certificate in Comprehensive Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery.
Registration with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council.
Valid practicing license.
At least 6 months of nursing experience.
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage.
Knowledge of professional nursing principles, waste disposal procedures, hygiene management, and IPC protocols.
Health Assistant
SUMMARY: Medical Teams International is seeking a Health Assistant to support community health promotion and disease prevention activities in Kisoro, Uganda. The role focuses on health education, community mobilization, VHT supervision, EPI outreaches, nutrition services, reproductive health services, disease surveillance, and outbreak response.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise and coordinate VHTs to implement community health interventions.
Organise community feedback sessions, dialogues, listening sessions, and focused group discussions.
Support health promotion and disease prevention activities covering EPI, HIV/AIDS, WASH, child welfare, family planning, nutrition, and outbreak prevention.
Prepare materials and deliver health education sessions to community members.
Conduct disease surveillance, home visits, referrals, and community follow-up activities.
Analyse data and submit reports according to schedule.
Category:
Health & Medical
Location:
Kisoro, Uganda
Company:
Medical Teams International
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
25 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply through the Medical Teams International application platform: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/BE1660BE3D0630C7C609C2764DD1B065/jobs/211442
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Diploma in Environmental Health Science or Environmental Science.
Registration with Allied Health Professionals.
Valid practicing licence and valid driving licence.
Minimum of 1 year of experience implementing public and environmental health activities.
Knowledge of public health interventions, behaviour change methods, and community mobilization.
Skills in data analysis, report writing, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and group presentations.
Construction Methods Specialist – Pre-Commissioning & PTW
SUMMARY: Worldwide Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Construction Methods Specialist to support a major international pipeline and energy infrastructure development in East Africa. The role focuses on construction methodologies, pre-commissioning, commissioning, Permit to Work systems, operational readiness, safety systems, and transition management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical guidance on construction methods, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.
Support safe and efficient work practices across project stages.
Advise project teams and contractors on PTW systems and transitional phase management.
Support construction, quality, safety, and operational management systems.
Support risk identification, mitigation, operational readiness planning, and continuous improvement.
Deliver training and mentoring across project disciplines and contractor teams.
Category:
Oil & Gas
Location:
Manyoni, Tanzania
Company:
Worldwide Recruitment Solutions (WRS)
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
25 May 2026
Application Details:
the organisation has not specified closing date for this vacancy.
Apply ASAP
Apply online at https://energyjobsearch.com/jobs/engineering-jobs/1346611.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Technically qualified professional with strong international oil and gas project experience.
At least 10 years of experience on major oil and gas projects.
7–10 years of experience working in developing countries in a similar capacity.
Strong background in construction methods, pre-commissioning, commissioning, PTW systems, HSE, and operational management systems.
Experience supporting major EPCmC projects and familiarity with eVision systems.
Knowledge of ISO 31000, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, root cause analysis tools, and pipeline projects is highly desirable.
RPA Consultant – Power Automate/UiPath
SUMMARY: The African Development Bank is seeking an RPA Consultant to support AI-enabled automation and RPA Control Tower implementation within the Financial Control Accounts Payable Division. The role focuses on designing, developing, optimizing, monitoring, and governing enterprise automation solutions using Microsoft Power Automate and/or UiPath.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain RPA solutions using Power Automate and/or UiPath.
Automate financial, accounts payable, Procure to Pay, vendor management, ERP, SAP, reconciliation, and reporting workflows.
Design and implement a centralized RPA Control Tower for bot monitoring, governance, exception management, and performance tracking.
Support AS IS and TO BE process documentation and translate business rules into automated workflows.
Prepare test cases, support UAT, deployment, post-implementation stabilization, and incident resolution.
Deliver training, technical documentation, runbooks, user guides, and knowledge transfer to internal teams.
Category:
ICT
Location:
Remote; travel to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire may be required
Company:
African Dev't Bank (AfDB)
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
31 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply through the AfDB Fieldglass posting link provided: https://afdb1.fcp.eu.fieldglass.cloud.sap/job_posting.do?id=z26051318072716431624205&fromPage=advanceSearch
The job posting ID is AFDB1JP00001137.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Proven hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Automate Desktop and Cloud and/or UiPath.
Experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise RPA solutions.
Strong experience implementing error handling, logging, scheduling, monitoring, and secure credential management.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in RPA and automation initiatives.
Experience working in large organizations, financial institutions, or international organizations.
Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Senior Associate, Innovation and Data Integration
SUMMARY: Evidence Action is seeking a Senior Associate, Innovation and Data Integration to support the In-Line Chlorination Innovation Team under the Safe Water Now Program. The role focuses on data collection design, data quality, dashboards, field analytics, and integrating pilot data into operational decisions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and oversee data collection processes for field pilots and device performance tracking.
Supervise Innovation Monitoring Officers and support quality checks on field data.
Build, test, and improve survey tools, data collection protocols, dashboards, and data pipelines.
Train field technicians on data collection procedures and troubleshoot data quality issues.
Analyze pilot results and present findings to field staff and program teams in clear, non-technical language.
Support weekly planning and pilot decisions using timely, reliable data insights.
Category:
Data Science
Location:
Mbale, Uganda
Company:
Evidence Action
Date Posted:
17 May 2026
Date Expiring:
25 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online at https://apply.workable.com/evidence-action/j/C4AE3AD200/.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Uganda.
Deadline not stated by employer. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Apply ASAP
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Public Health, or a related field.
Postgraduate qualification in M&E, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field is an added advantage.
At least 4 years of experience in data management, program analytics, business intelligence, or applied research in a field-based setting.
Proficiency in statistical software such as STATA, R, or similar.
Experience building dashboards using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools.
Willingness to be based in Mbale, Uganda, with 50%+ field travel.
WASH Officer
SUMMARY: Health Promotion International is seeking a WASH Officer to support water, sanitation, hygiene, and community health interventions in project field locations in Uganda. The role focuses on WASH activity implementation, community engagement, monitoring, documentation, and reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support implementation of WASH, sanitation, hygiene promotion, and community health activities.
Conduct community sensitization, hygiene promotion, sanitation awareness, and mobilization activities.
Carry out household, institutional, and community-level WASH assessments and follow-up.
Work with local leaders, VHTs, health assistants, community structures, and stakeholders.
Collect WASH activity data and support preparation of field, weekly, monthly, and activity reports.
Promote compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, QHSE, and project reporting requirements.
Category:
WASH
Location:
Project Field Locations, Uganda
Company:
Health Promotion International (HPI)
Date Posted:
14 May 2026
Date Expiring:
21 May 2026
Application Details:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, updated CV, copies of academic and professional qualifications, and contact details of at least three professional referees to recruitment@hpiuganda.org.
Use the subject line: Application – WASH Officer.Suitably qualified applicants should apply online at: https://www.bcs-ea.com/contact.html.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Water and Sanitation, Community Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 2–4 years of relevant experience in WASH, public health, sanitation, or community health programming.
Experience on donor-funded, NGO, infrastructure, oil and gas, or community development projects is an added advantage.
Knowledge of community sanitation and hygiene promotion approaches.
Experience in community mobilization and stakeholder engagement.
Strong report writing, communication, coordination, and Microsoft Office skills.
Out Grower Supervisor
SUMMARY: NASECO Seeds is seeking an Out Grower Supervisor to support seed production under its out-grower scheme. The role focuses on farmer training, field inspections, quality control, input coordination, loan recovery, and out-grower performance management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement out-grower scheme standards to support quality seed production.
Train farmers on good agronomic practices at field level.
Conduct field inspections and follow up on corrective actions.
Coordinate timely issuance of inputs to farmers based on verified acreage.
Follow up on loan recovery and support out-growers to meet yield and quality targets.
Coordinate harvesting schedules, logistics, reporting, and community engagement activities.
Category:
Agriculture
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
NASECO Seeds
Date Posted:
15 May 2026
Date Expiring:
31 May 2026
Application Details:
Submit your application by email to careers@nasecoseeds.com.
Attach a cover letter, CV, and academic documents.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and Rural Innovation, Agriculture with bias in crop production, Extension, or a related Agriculture course.
At least two years of experience in extension services, preferably in a seed company.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under tight deadlines.
Computer skills in MS Word and MS Excel.
Ability to ride a motorcycle with a valid riding permit and knowledge of local languages in the selected area of operation.
IT Administrator & Support
SUMMARY: Bandwidth and Cloud Services Group is seeking an IT Administrator & Support specialist to manage internal workplace technology and staff IT support. The role focuses on user onboarding and offboarding, IT asset management, license management, end-user support, workplace connectivity, security, and documentation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage IT onboarding and offboarding, including account creation, access provisioning, equipment setup, access revocation, and asset retrieval.
Issue, configure, deploy, and track IT equipment, software, licenses, warranties, and asset locations.
Manage software license allocation, renewals, usage, and compliance with vendor terms and company policy.
Maintain office connectivity and support LAN, Wi-Fi, printers, conferencing equipment, and shared workplace technology.
Provide Level 1 support for hardware, software, connectivity, access issues, ERP modules, BSS, and internal platforms.
Maintain IT documentation, asset registers, onboarding checklists, support procedures, backups, and basic security controls.
Category:
ICT
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
Bandwidth and Cloud Services Group
Date Posted:
15 May 2026
Date Expiring:
29 May 2026
Application Details:
Suitably qualified applicants should apply online at: https://www.bcs-ea.com/contact.html.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Relevant experience in IT administration and support.
Experience managing user accounts, access rights, equipment, software, and IT assets.
Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, connectivity, and access issues.
Knowledge of software license management and IT compliance.
Understanding of basic IT security practices, including MFA, endpoint protection, access controls, backups, and data protection.
Ability to coordinate with vendors, service providers, and internal technical teams.
Laboratory Technician
SUMMARY: Makerere University Lung Institute is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support specimen collection, processing, laboratory coordination, and timely delivery of test results. The role focuses on blood and sputum sample handling, laboratory documentation, GLP compliance, equipment maintenance, SOP development, and support to clinical research activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review study protocols and laboratory manuals
Collect, label, process, package, and deliver test specimens according to SOPs
Receive and assess sputum samples from patients
Maintain registers for requested tests and follow up on returned results
Assist in compiling laboratory data for monthly reports
Clean and maintain the work area, medical equipment, and laboratory documentation
Category:
Health & Medical
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
Makerere University Lung Institute
Date Posted:
14 May 2026
Date Expiring:
20 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online through the application form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV7N8JYQfWeV2qV4tXPPicpb3qG9yJJlt4CYk680dhszYhGw/viewform
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology
Registration with the Allied Health Medical Professional Council
Valid Annual Practicing Licence
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and Good Laboratory Practices
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a busy clinical or medical research laboratory
IATA certification is an added advantage
Trial Nurse x 2
SUMMARY: Makerere University Lung Institute is seeking Trial Nurses to support clinical research study procedures and participant welfare. The role focuses on participant identification, consent, enrolment, clinical reviews, follow-up, sample collection, medication dispensing, study documentation, and quality assurance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify, consent, and enrol eligible study participants
Conduct questionnaire interviews, clinical reviews, follow-ups, and complete study logs
Take vital signs, collect samples, prepare samples, and maintain laboratory sample logs
Dispense study and other medications and provide adherence counselling
Maintain study and clinical records, consent forms, CRFs, and clinical supplies
Perform first-level QA/QC to ensure study documentation is complete and accurate
Category:
Health & Medical
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
Makerere University Lung Institute
Date Posted:
14 May 2026
Date Expiring:
20 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online through the application form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV7N8JYQfWeV2qV4tXPPicpb3qG9yJJlt4CYk680dhszYhGw/viewform
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Registration with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council
Valid Annual Practicing Licence
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice is an added advantage
Clinical trials research experience is an added advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Machine Operator – Tube Mill
SUMMARY: Steel and Tube Industries is seeking a Machine Operator – Tube Mill to operate and maintain assigned production machinery. The role focuses on machine operation, equipment maintenance, product quality checks, safety compliance, reporting, and support to plant operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Set up and operate the assigned machine to produce orders within required specifications
Oil, grease, monitor, and maintain machines to ensure proper working condition
Adjust machine speed, control loads, and support loading and unloading of materials by hand or crane
Monitor finished products to ensure quality and quantity meet company requirements
Report machine defects or improvement needs to the Production Supervisor or Plant Manager
Maintain daily production reports and follow PPE, safety, housekeeping, and EHS requirements
Category:
Engineering
Location:
Uganda
Company:
Steel & Tube Industries Ltd (STIL)
Date Posted:
12 May 2026
Date Expiring:
21 May 2026
Application Details:
Submit your CV to: jobs@stil-group.com
Submission date given here is only indicative
Submission date not stated by employer, submit ASAP
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Degree, Diploma, or Craft III certificate in Engineering
At least 2 years’ relevant experience
In-depth technical knowledge of the specific machine
Ability to work with technicians, artisans, storekeepers, and supervisors
Knowledge of workplace safety, PPE use, housekeeping, and environmental health and safety practices
Teamwork, integrity, and ability to support safe working procedures
Workshop Manager
SUMMARY: True North Consult is seeking a Workshop Manager to support asset maintenance, workshop administration, procurement, inventory control, and fleet maintenance operations. The role focuses on reducing downtime, improving stock control, managing workshop systems, supervising teams, and ensuring efficient spare parts and procurement processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee day-to-day workshop administration, procurement, inventory control, job planning, and preventive maintenance scheduling
Manage workshop systems such as MAXIMO and ensure accurate, up-to-date system records
Conduct stock counts, reconcile physical inventory with system records, analyse variances, and implement corrective actions
Manage procurement of spare parts, tyres, oils, and lubricants, including local and international purchases
Supervise workshop teams, lead coordination meetings, delegate tasks, and monitor performance
Prepare operational reports and ensure compliance with workshop QHSE, housekeeping, stock control, and internal procedures
Category:
Oil & Gas
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
TrueNorth Africa
Date Posted:
14 May 2026
Date Expiring:
19 May 2026
Application Details:
Send your resume and cover letter to: recruitment6@truenorthafrica.com
Use the subject line: Workshop Manager
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in administration, workshop, automotive, or a similar industry
Training in Engineering or Mechanical disciplines is preferred
Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing a fleet of more than 20 trucks
Knowledge of URA Customs procedures and Electro Hydraulic Systems
Experience using fleet management systems; Telematix is preferred
Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, and SPSS
Grower
SUMMARY: Xclusive Uganda is seeking a Grower to oversee and optimise the plant-growing process. The role focuses on growing strategies, plant health monitoring, pest and disease identification, planting protocols, resource use, and supervision of the growing team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor and implement plant-growing strategies
Carry out and analyse samples to maintain healthy plants
Monitor radiation and identify pests and diseases in the greenhouse
Ensure planting protocols and plant correction activities are followed on time
Monitor resource use and report weights and shortages on time
Coach and supervise the growing team, including sprayers, in-charges, and scouters
Category:
Agriculture
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Company:
Xclusive Uganda
Date Posted:
14 May 2026
Date Expiring:
23 May 2026
Application Details:
Submit your CV, academic documents, and motivation letter to the HR Manager at: hr@xclusiveuganda.com
Job Type:
Full-Time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a related field
Strong managerial skills
Good communication, planning, and team organisation skills
Ability to delegate and monitor work effectively
Knowledge of greenhouse operations, plant health, and PPE use
In our Blog Today:
A job listing is, at its core, a wish list. It tells you not just what an employer wants done, but what kind of person they believe can do it. Across 202 STEM job listings on JobHunter Ug. in Q1 2026, those wish lists reveal a clear picture: what level of education employers expect, how much experience they want, and which specific tools and skills are becoming table stakes in Uganda’s STEM labour market.

Uganda's STEM jobs market moves fast, and for most job seekers, keeping up with it means scrolling endlessly through general listings boards that mix the relevant with the noise. JobHunter Ug. was built to fix that. It is a curated board dedicated exclusively to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics opportunities.
Starting with Q1 2026, we are going a step further: publishing quarterly market intelligence drawn directly from our own data, so that job seekers, employers, and anyone watching Uganda's talent economy can see exactly where the market is moving. This is the first instalment in that series, and we are starting with the big picture: what Uganda's STEM hiring market looked like between January and March 2026.

Knowing which jobs are trending is one thing. Knowing who is actually behind those vacancies is another. In Q1 2026, 202 STEM job listings on JobHunter Ug. came from 120 unique organisations spread across 12 sectors. That breadth alone tells a story, Uganda’s STEM hiring is not concentrated in a handful of large employers. It is distributed, diverse, and driven by a wide range of institutional mandates.
The figures presented here reflect the listings on our platform during the January to March 2026 period. They are a market snapshot, not a comprehensive census, and the number of postings from any given organisation in any given quarter reflects their recruitment needs at that specific time.

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