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Executive Secretary
Category:
Other
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers is seeking an Executive Secretary to lead its Secretariat and oversee Finance, Projects, Membership, and Public Relations functions. The role focuses on strategic leadership, financial management, engineering advocacy, research and capacity building, partnerships, membership growth, and implementation of Council policies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide strategic leadership and implement UIPE’s Constitution, strategic plan, and Council decisions.
Oversee financial management, budgeting, institutional sustainability, and statutory compliance.
Lead research, innovation, training, and capacity-development programmes for members.
Drive advocacy on engineering standards, policies, and codes of practice and develop strategic partnerships.
Oversee membership recruitment, retention, engagement, satisfaction, and growth initiatives.
Coordinate project planning and implementation and report institutional performance to Council against strategic objectives and KPIs.
Company:
Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers (UIPE)
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
30 Sept 2026
Not Stated
Requirements:
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Management, or a related field.
Membership of a professional body equivalent to UIPE; qualifying UIPE members in good standing have an advantage.
At least 10 years’ relevant experience, including senior management experience and experience working with Boards or Councils.
Experience in strategic planning, change management, organisational leadership, and oversight of Finance, Projects, Membership, and PR functions.
Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
High integrity, professionalism, accountability, and commitment to good governance.
Application Details:
Submit a cover letter, detailed CV, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, and contact details of three referees by email to president@uipe.co.ug, copying honorarysecretary@uipe.co.ug.
Applications should be addressed to the President, Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers, and must be received by 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Enterprise Manager – AquaTrust
Category:
WASH
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The Ugandan Water Project, through Red Rhino Development, is seeking an Enterprise Manager to lead AquaTrust as it transitions into a standalone rural water service enterprise. The role focuses on strategic and operational leadership across water infrastructure, utility operations, sales and marketing, finance, team management, and enterprise growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead AquaTrust’s strategic and operational growth as a professional rural water service provider.
Oversee construction, utility operations, sales and marketing, and finance functions.
Manage and expand the portfolio of community hand pumps, solar-powered piped water systems, and household connections.
Lead a multidisciplinary team operating across multiple districts and support onboarding of new districts.
Strengthen operational, financial, and organizational systems for sustainable enterprise growth.
Ensure reliable, high-quality water service delivery and effective relationships with district governments and communities.
Company:
Red Rhino Development
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Nansana, Uganda
Date Expiring:
1 Oct 2026
Full-time
Requirements:
The supplied advert does not specify minimum academic qualifications or years of professional experience.
Leadership experience in building teams, systems, and organizations is expected.
Enterprise and business-management capability, including financial sustainability and operational performance, is required.
Ability to use data to support decision-making and manage complex operating environments.
Strong integrity, accountability, judgment, communication, and stakeholder-management capabilities.
Entrepreneurial, results-oriented, resilient, and continuous-improvement mindset.
Application Details:
Submit a cover letter introducing your background and motivation, CV, and copies of qualifications and other relevant documents by 1 October 2026.
The application email/address is not provided in the supplied advert.
M&E Specialist
Category:
Monitoring & Evaluation
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Joint Medical Store is seeking an M&E Specialist to support monitoring, reporting, data analysis, visualization, and evaluation under the AFGHS-JMS project. The role focuses on indicator reporting and use of data to support project performance management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and enhance project indicator reporting.
Conduct data analysis and support data-driven performance management.
Develop data visualizations and related reporting outputs.
Support monitoring, evaluation, and evaluation activities.
Provide data to inform project performance management.
Company:
Joint Medical Store (JMS)
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Not Stated
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Public Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, Computer Science, or a related field.
At least 5 years’ experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL).
Experience in donor-funded health and health systems strengthening programmes is preferred.
Experience in the health supply chain technical area is preferred.
Application Details:
Apply through the Joint Medical Store website.
After submitting the application online, send the application letter, CV, and academic documents as one PDF to HRA@jms.co.ug.
Clearly indicate your name and the position applied for in the email subject.
Only online applications will be accepted.
ICT Service Desk Analyst
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Joint Medical Store is seeking an ICT Service Desk Analyst to provide first-line ERP and ICT support to project staff. The role focuses on resolving user issues and supporting day-to-day ICT and ERP operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide first-line ERP support to project staff.
Provide first-line ICT support to users.
Diagnose and resolve user issues.
Support timely resolution of ICT and ERP-related problems.
Company:
Joint Medical Store (JMS)
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Not Stated
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
At least 3 years’ experience in helpdesk or service desk operations.
Application Details:
Apply through the Joint Medical Store website.
After submitting the application online, send the application letter, CV, and academic documents as one PDF to HRA@jms.co.ug.
Clearly indicate your name and the position applied for in the email subject.
Only online applications will be accepted.
Network Specialist
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Joint Medical Store is seeking a Network Specialist to support reliable and secure ICT network infrastructure under the AFGHS-JMS project. The role focuses on network design, implementation, maintenance, network administration, and cybersecurity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design ICT network infrastructure for project operations.
Implement and maintain network infrastructure.
Support reliable and secure network operations.
Administer network systems and support cybersecurity requirements.
Company:
Joint Medical Store (JMS)
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Not Stated
Requirements:
Degree in Networking, Computer Science, or a related field.
At least 5 years’ experience in network administration and cybersecurity.
Relevant networking certification such as CCNA or equivalent is preferred.
Application Details:
Apply through the Joint Medical Store website.
After submitting the application online, send the application letter, CV, and academic documents as one PDF to HRA@jms.co.ug.
Clearly indicate your name and the position applied for in the email subject.
Only online applications will be accepted.
Database Administrator
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Joint Medical Store is seeking a Database Administrator to support the project ERP databases under the AFGHS-JMS project. The role focuses on database availability, performance, security, and data integrity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and maintain project ERP databases.
Support database availability and performance.
Maintain database security and data integrity.
Support reliable operation of ERP-related data systems.
Company:
Joint Medical Store (JMS)
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Not Stated
Requirements:
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
At least 5 years’ experience in database administration.
Application Details:
Apply through the Joint Medical Store website.
After submitting the application online, send the application letter, CV, and academic documents as one PDF to HRA@jms.co.ug.
Clearly indicate your name and the position applied for in the email subject.
Only online applications will be accepted.
ERP & GS1 Technical Lead
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Joint Medical Store is seeking an ERP & GS1 Technical Lead to support optimization of its ERP system and implementation of GS1 standards under the AFGHS-JMS project. The role focuses on ERP systems, APIs, system interoperability, supply chain visibility, and data governance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead optimization of the project ERP system.
Support implementation of GS1 standards.
Strengthen supply chain visibility and system interoperability.
Support data governance and related system improvements.
Company:
Joint Medical Store (JMS)
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Not Stated
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
At least 5 years’ experience implementing and optimizing ERP systems, APIs, and system interoperability solutions.
Application Details:
Apply through the Joint Medical Store website.
After submitting the application online, send the application letter, CV, and academic documents as one PDF to HRA@jms.co.ug. Clearly indicate your name and the position applied for in the email subject.
Only online applications will be accepted.
Operations Graduate Trainee
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Future Options is recruiting an Operations Graduate Trainee for a manufacturing company operating in Uganda’s construction and building materials sector. The opportunity is intended for recent Mechanical or Electrical Engineering graduates with limited post-graduation experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support operational activities within the manufacturing environment.
Apply mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge to assigned operational tasks.
Support production and engineering-related activities as assigned.
Work with relevant teams on operational and technical assignments.
Participate in practical learning and development activities within the trainee programme.
Company:
Future Options
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Graduate Trainee
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Completed the degree in 2025 or 2026, or completed the course and is awaiting graduation.
First-class or second-upper degree.
Academic transcript or testimonial showing full results.
Not more than 2 years of post-graduation experience.
Application Details:
Submit an application letter stating the position in the subject line, CV, and copies of relevant academic documents to vacancy@futureoptions.org by 18 September 2026.
Building Systems Graduate Trainee
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Future Options is recruiting a Building Systems Graduate Trainee for a manufacturing company operating in Uganda’s construction and building materials sector. The role is intended for recent graduates in architecture, civil engineering, drawing, or design with limited post-graduation experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support activities related to building systems within the construction and building materials industry.
Apply academic knowledge in architecture, civil engineering, drawing, or design to assigned work.
Support technical and production-related activities within the manufacturing environment.
Work with relevant teams on building systems and related assignments.
Perform other duties assigned within the graduate trainee programme.
Company:
Future Options
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Graduate Trainee
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Drawing, or Design.
Completed the degree in 2025 or 2026, or completed the course and is awaiting graduation.
First-class or second-upper degree.
Academic transcript or testimonial showing full results.
Not more than 2 years of post-graduation experience.
Application Details:
Submit an application letter stating the position in the subject line, CV, and copies of relevant academic documents to vacancy@futureoptions.org by 18 September 2026.
Husky Operator
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Hariss International Limited is seeking a Husky Operator to support plastic production operations at its Kampala factory. The role focuses on operating and maintaining Husky machinery, handling PET, HDPE and master batch materials, inspecting caps and preforms, and maintaining production quality standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Start, operate, monitor, and stop Husky production equipment.
Load and unload PET, HDPE, and master batch materials.
Inspect caps, preforms, and finished products against required standards.
Maintain machine cleanliness and perform daily and weekly machine care with the maintenance team.
Lubricate machinery, maintain lubrication records, and monitor gauges.
Report machine abnormalities, manage waste materials, and ensure production specifications are met.
Company:
Hariss International
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
30 Sept 2000
Not Stated
Requirements:
Diploma or degree in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering from a recognised university.
At least 1 year’s experience in a similar role in a busy environment.
Husky machine experience is mandatory.
Familiarity with carbonated soft drinks and/or water treatment plants.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and follow established procedures and instructions.
Application Details:
Apply through Hariss International Limited's careers page: https://harissint.com/job-details/Husky-Operator-(49).
Packaging Operator
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Hariss International Limited is seeking a Packaging Operator to support production operations and packaging line performance at its Kampala factory. The role focuses on machine setup and operation, production-line monitoring, quality checks, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and production reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Set up and calibrate production machines and equipment before production cycles.
Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment and packaging lines safely and efficiently.
Conduct periodic quality checks and identify machine-related defects or production issues.
Troubleshoot machine problems and coordinate repairs with the maintenance team.
Perform preventive maintenance and periodically test machine operation.
Maintain activity logs and report production progress to the supervisor.
Company:
Hariss International
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
30 Sept 2000
Not Stated
Requirements:
Diploma in Mechanical, Automotive, or Electrical Engineering.
At least 1 year’s experience in a similar role in a busy environment.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Good organizational, time-management, problem-solving, reasoning, and calculation skills.
Ability to adapt to unfamiliar situations and work independently or in a team.
Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
Application Details:
Apply through Hariss International Limited's careers page: https://harissint.com/job-details/Packaging-Operator-(4).
Utility Shift Operator
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Hariss International Limited is seeking a Utility Shift Operator to support the operation and maintenance of utility systems at its factory. The role focuses on operating and monitoring chillers, boilers, compressors, cooling towers and air dryers, troubleshooting equipment, and conducting preventive and breakdown maintenance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operate utility equipment safely and effectively to support continuous production.
Monitor boilers, chillers, compressors, cooling towers, softeners, and air dryers.
Conduct preventive and breakdown maintenance and troubleshoot utility system faults.
Complete cooling tower inlet and outlet circuit maintenance before production starts.
Carry out scheduled cleaning of utility equipment and pipelines.
Maintain equipment checklists and prepare daily shift reports.
Company:
Hariss International
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
30 Sept 2000
Not Stated
Requirements:
Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 2–3 years’ experience in refrigeration and air conditioning.
Knowledge of chillers, air dryers, cooling towers, and high-pressure compressors is an added advantage.
Ability to operate utility equipment safely and troubleshoot operational problems.
Ability to conduct preventive and breakdown maintenance of utility systems.
Application Details:
Apply through Hariss International Limited's careers page: https://harissint.com/job-details/Utility-Shift-Operator.
Building and Facilities Technician – Electrical
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Hariss International Limited is seeking a Building and Facilities Technician – Electrical to support electrical maintenance and installations within its factory and facilities. The role focuses on MV/LV electrical systems, equipment wiring, fault diagnosis and repair, power installations, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and install MV and LV electrical circuits and panels up to 33kV.
Wire and provide power to new machinery, facilities, and air-conditioning installations.
Inspect, test, repair, and maintain motors, electrical appliances, power points, panels, circuits, lights, breakers, and conductors.
Install cable trays and construct new power supplies within the factory.
Inspect existing electrical installations and diagnose and resolve faults.
Collaborate with IT and other technical departments during electrical breakdowns and maintenance activities.
Company:
Hariss International
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
30 Sept 2000
Not Stated
Requirements:
Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role in a busy environment.
Electrical Permit Class C or above is an added advantage.
Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks within established procedures.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD, or ETAP is an added advantage.
Application Details:
Apply through Hariss International Limited's careers page: https://harissint.com/job-details/Building-&-Facilities-Technician-(2).
Graduate Engineers x 3
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The Ministry of Water and Environment is seeking three Graduate Engineers to support irrigation and drainage activities under the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project. The positions are intended for graduates in agricultural, civil, irrigation, or water resources engineering.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support irrigation and drainage engineering activities under the project.
Assist the Senior Engineer in assigned technical activities.
Contribute to project engineering tasks and implementation activities.
Support technical work related to irrigation, drainage, and water resources.
Work with project and technical implementation teams as assigned.
Perform other engineering duties assigned within the project.
Company:
Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) – Uganda
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda
Date Expiring:
25 Sept 2026
18 months
Requirements:
Honours Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, or Water Resources Engineering.
Degree must be from a recognised university or institution.
Application Details:
Submit an application, recent three passport-size photographs, CV detailing work experience and current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications, and contact details for three referees.
Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira, P.O. Box 20026, Kampala, and delivered to the Ministry Headquarters by 25 September 2026.
Full TORs: https://www.mwe.go.ug/publications/opportunities/jobs_careers
Agricultural Extension Coordinator
Category:
Agriculture
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The Ministry of Water and Environment is seeking an Agricultural Extension Coordinator to support agricultural extension and development activities under the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project. The role focuses on agricultural extension, agronomy, farmer organisation development, and technology demonstration and dissemination.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate agricultural extension activities under the project.
Support agronomy and farmer organisation development activities.
Coordinate technology upscaling, demonstration, and dissemination activities.
Support use of rural development approaches in project implementation.
Work with relevant stakeholders on agricultural extension activities.
Support delivery of assigned project activities and outputs.
Company:
Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) – Uganda
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda
Date Expiring:
25 Sept 2026
18 months
Requirements:
Honours Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Extension, Rural Innovation, Agricultural Development, or a related field.
Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
At least 3 years’ professional experience in agricultural extension, agronomy, and farmer organisation development.
Experience in technology upscaling, demonstration, and dissemination is an added advantage.
Application Details:
Submit an application, recent three passport-size photographs, CV detailing work experience and current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications, and contact details for three referees.
Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira, P.O. Box 20026, Kampala, and delivered to the Ministry Headquarters by 25 September 2026.
Full TORs: https://www.mwe.go.ug/publications/opportunities/jobs_careers
Farmer Institution Development Specialist
Category:
Agriculture
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The Ministry of Water and Environment is seeking a Farmer Institution Development Specialist to support farmer organisation development under the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project. The role focuses on agricultural extension, agronomy, farmer organisation development, and related rural development activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support development and strengthening of farmer institutions.
Support agricultural extension and farmer organisation development activities.
Contribute to agronomy-related project activities.
Support rural and agricultural development initiatives under the project.
Work with relevant project stakeholders on farmer institution activities.
Support implementation of project activities within assigned areas.
Company:
Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) – Uganda
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda
Date Expiring:
25 Sept 2026
18 months
Requirements:
Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, or Agricultural and Rural Innovations.
Postgraduate qualification in Agriculture, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Agricultural and Rural Innovations, or Business Administration.
At least 3 years’ professional experience in agricultural extension, agronomy, and farmer organisation development.
Application Details:
Submit an application, recent three passport-size photographs, CV detailing work experience and current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications, and contact details for three referees.
Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira, P.O. Box 20026, Kampala, and delivered to the Ministry Headquarters by 25 September 2026.
Full TORs: https://www.mwe.go.ug/publications/opportunities/jobs_careers
Grants Officer – Information Technology
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The Ministry of Water and Environment is seeking a Grants Officer – Information Technology to support grant management systems and related technology under the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project. The role focuses on database management, application development, data systems, grant procedures, and technical support.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support development and management of grant-related information systems.
Develop, maintain, and manage enterprise databases and end-user applications.
Design and maintain applications and wallet systems using CodeIgniter and Cyclos.
Develop scripts for data backup, recovery, security, and integrity.
Support data management and integration with business processes.
Provide technical analysis, facilitation, and user support for grant management systems.
Company:
Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) – Uganda
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda
Date Expiring:
25 Sept 2026
18 months
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or Statistics – Computing option.
Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
Minimum 4 years’ professional work experience, including knowledge of grant procedures, management systems, or compliance.
At least 3 years’ hands-on experience with enterprise databases and end-user applications.
At least 3 years’ experience designing, building, and maintaining applications and wallet systems in CodeIgniter and Cyclos.
Database administration certification, experience with MicroEdge GIFTS or comparable grants management software, and strong Microsoft Office skills are added advantages.
Application Details:
Submit an application, recent three passport-size photographs, CV detailing work experience and current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications, and contact details for three referees.
Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira, P.O. Box 20026, Kampala, and delivered to the Ministry Headquarters by 25 September 2026.
Full TORs: https://www.mwe.go.ug/publications/opportunities/jobs_careers
Grant Fund Manager
Category:
Other
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The Ministry of Water and Environment is seeking a Grant Fund Manager to support grant administration and oversight under the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project (ICRP). The role focuses on grants management, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and grantee oversight.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the design, administration, management, and oversight of project grants.
Review and prepare grantee budgets and financial reports.
Prepare for and monitor grantee audits.
Maintain grant and grantee records and files.
Monitor grant implementation and compliance.
Support delivery of grant-related activities within project timelines.
Company:
Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) – Uganda
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda
Date Expiring:
25 Sept 2026
18 months
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
Master’s degree in Business Administration (Accounting or Finance), Agricultural Economics, Entrepreneurship, Project Planning and Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
At least 5 years’ experience in grants design, administration, management, and oversight.
Experience reviewing and preparing budgets and financial reports.
Experience preparing for and monitoring grantee audits.
Previous experience as a Grants Manager or in a similar capacity.
Application Details:
Submit an application, recent three passport-size photographs, CV detailing work experience and current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications, and contact details for three referees.
Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira, P.O. Box 20026, Kampala, and delivered to the Ministry Headquarters by 25 September 2026.
Full TORs: https://www.mwe.go.ug/publications/opportunities/jobs_careers
Patient Support Officer – OPD
Category:
Health & Medical
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: C-Care is seeking a Patient Support Officer to support patient flow and service delivery in the Outpatient Department (OPD). The role focuses on patient reception, appointment and referral coordination, waiting-time management, patient feedback, complaint resolution, and coordination with clinical and administrative teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Welcome patients and visitors and guide them to relevant hospital service areas.
Monitor OPD patient flow, manage queues, identify bottlenecks, and escalate delays.
Assist with appointment scheduling, referrals, and follow-up coordination.
Provide information on hospital processes, waiting times, patient rights, and preparation requirements.
Conduct patient satisfaction surveys and submit daily feedback reports.
Receive and document complaints, support service recovery, and coordinate resolution with relevant departments.
Company:
C-Care Uganda
14 Sept 2026
Location:
Kireka, Kampala District, Uganda
Date Expiring:
21 Sept 2026
Full-time
Requirements:
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management, Public Health, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or willingness to obtain it upon joining.
1–2 years’ experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in a healthcare or hospital environment.
Experience in patient engagement, front office, or healthcare coordination is highly desirable.
Application Details:
Apply online via C-Care's recruitment portal: https://c-care.seamlesshiring.com/job/view/10791?utm_source=Company%20Website#/
Technical Territory Representative
Category:
Agriculture
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Q-Sourcing Uganda is seeking a Technical Territory Representative to drive market growth in animal health and crop protection products in Uganda. The role focuses on sales development, distributor and inventory management, regulatory compliance, field training, customer engagement, and market reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drive sales growth for veterinary pharmaceuticals and crop protection products and identify new market opportunities.
Manage distributor and key stockist relationships, including stock levels, inventory turnover, and FIFO compliance.
Conduct stockist visits and support route coverage, merchandising, and customer complaint resolution.
Facilitate training for distributor and stockist sales teams and conduct field-level engagement.
Maintain required Uganda Veterinary Board certification and regulatory compliance.
Prepare sales, financial, market intelligence, and performance reports.
Company:
Q-Sourcing
12 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
1 Jan 2000
Full-time
Requirements:
Degree in Animal Science or a relevant field.
At least 3 years’ experience in sales management in the livestock industry.
Registered and retained member of the Uganda Veterinary Board.
Valid driving licence with at least 3 years’ driving experience.
Resident in Uganda.
Knowledge of veterinary pharmaceuticals and crop protection products; strong sales, negotiation, communication, reporting, and Microsoft Office skills.
Application Details:
Apply online through Q-Sourcing's recruitment portal: https://jobs.qsourcing.com/jobs/Careers/735362000020891152/QSSK-TTR-TECHNICAL-TERRITORY-REPRESENTATIVE?source=CareerSite.
Para Vets
Category:
Agriculture
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: ERAM Uganda is seeking Para Vets to support animal health and pet care activities involving livestock, poultry, and pets. The role provides opportunities for field-based training and practical experience in animal health services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support animal health and care activities for livestock, poultry, and pets.
Assist with animal health-related field activities.
Apply relevant animal health and pet-care practices under appropriate supervision.
Participate in field training and practical learning activities.
Support routine activities related to animal health and welfare.
Company:
ERAM Uganda
12 Sept 2026
Location:
Uganda
Date Expiring:
31 Oct 2026
Full-time
Requirements:
Open to fresh graduates and finalists.
Academic qualifications in an animal health, veterinary, or related field are implied but not specifically stated in the advert.
Application Details:
Send a cover letter, CV, and academic documents to tumuheirwediana@eram.co.ug.
Engineering Assistant
Category:
Engineering
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: The United Nations Regional Service Centre at Entebbe is seeking an Engineering Assistant to support engineering, facilities, and building projects at the RSCE. The role focuses on project coordination, technical assessments, design documentation, contractor supervision, cost estimation, and inspection of engineering works.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate maintenance, repair, installation, and alteration projects and resolve technical site issues.
Conduct site visits, technical assessments, inspections, and commissioning of engineering works.
Prepare technical specifications, drawings, bills of quantities, statements of requirements/work, and cost estimates.
Supervise contractors and verify that works meet contractual terms, codes, standards, and health and safety requirements.
Review technical offers, contractor invoices, and claims and coordinate technical inputs with procurement.
Support building and infrastructure assessments, budgeting, environmental compliance, and service improvement initiatives.
Company:
United Nations Regional Service Centre at Entebbe (RSCE)
12 Sept 2026
Location:
Entebbe, Uganda
Date Expiring:
25 Sept 2026
Not stated
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Technical/vocational diploma or certificate in engineering or a related area.
At least 7 years’ experience in facilities management, building management, engineering, architecture, or a related area; reduced to 5 years for candidates with a first-level degree or higher.
At least 1 year of experience using computer-aided design software such as AutoCAD or similar.
English required; proficiency in Microsoft Office is desirable.
Experience in structural design analysis, engineering tools, or management of studio equipment is desirable.
Application Details:
Apply through the United Nations Careers portal: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/282508?language=en
Dispenser
Category:
Health & Medical
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: C-Care is seeking a Dispenser to support the preparation, documentation, and dispensing of medicines and medical supplies. The role focuses on prescription processing, patient counselling, stock management, safe medicine storage, and pharmacy documentation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare, package, label, and dispense medicines against validated prescriptions or supply orders.
Evaluate prescriptions for completeness, legal requirements, dosage, contraindications, and potential drug interactions.
Counsel patients on treatments and communicate relevant treatment information to healthcare teams.
Monitor medicine and supply expiry dates, conduct stock checks, and maintain accurate stock records.
Monitor and record refrigerator temperatures and ensure appropriate storage of medicines and supplies.
Maintain prescription and stock documentation, support audits, and dispose of expired or unwanted medicines according to procedures.
Company:
C-Care Uganda
11 Sept 2026
Location:
IHK, Kampala District, Uganda
Date Expiring:
21 Sept 2026
Part-time
Requirements:
Diploma in Pharmacy.
Registration with the Uganda Allied Health Professionals Council.
At least 2 years’ experience in dispensing.
Application Details:
Apply online via C-Care's recruitment portal: https://c-care.seamlesshiring.com/job/view/10775?utm_source=Company%20Website#/
Management Trainee – Systems Administrator
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: NITA-U is seeking a Management Trainee – Systems Administrator to support the administration, monitoring, and maintenance of government collaboration software, data-centre infrastructure, and related digital services. The role focuses on systems administration, infrastructure monitoring, application deployment, technical support, patch management, cloud and virtualization platforms, and automation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with administration and maintenance of data-centre hardware, applications, operating systems, and services.
Develop dashboards and operational reports covering system availability, resource utilization, incidents, and service performance.
Participate in staging, testing, deployment, user acceptance testing, and technical handover of applications and infrastructure services.
Support server, storage, application, cloud, and virtualization systems, including patching and antivirus updates.
Provide Tier 2/3 technical support and assist with troubleshooting and infrastructure monitoring.
Develop scripts and lightweight automation tools to support monitoring, reporting, data processing, and routine administration.
Company:
National Information Technology Authority–Uganda (NITA-U)
9 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Temporary
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
At least 6 months’ hands-on experience in an IT role.
Foundational knowledge or practical exposure to data-centre operations, server administration, networking, cloud, virtualization, storage, databases, cybersecurity, AI, or automation.
Technical documentation, report writing, structured troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of Python, PowerShell, Bash, JavaScript, or a comparable scripting language is an added advantage.
Relevant certifications or training in systems administration, networking, cloud, virtualization, cybersecurity, or data-centre technologies are an added advantage.
Application Details:
Apply online through the NITA-U recruitment portal: https://hr.nita.go.ug/jobs/23.
Management Trainee – Licensing
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: NITA-U is seeking a Management Trainee – Licensing to support regulatory registration activities under the Data Protection and Privacy Act, Cap. 97 and its Regulations. The role focuses on reviewing registration applications, conformity assessments, applicant follow-up, registration enquiries, stakeholder engagement, research, and maintenance of data protection registers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review registration applications for completeness and accuracy of required information and documentation.
Assist with conformity reviews and maintain records of applications processed.
Support planning, scheduling, conducting, and reporting of registration application reviews.
Follow up with applicants on corrective actions required to address identified non-conformities.
Process registration-related enquiries and complaints and participate in stakeholder training and awareness activities.
Support research, data entry, and maintenance of the register of data collectors, processors, and controllers.
Company:
National Information Technology Authority–Uganda (NITA-U)
9 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Temporary
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, Business Computing, Information Security, or a related field.
At least 6 months’ relevant experience in compliance, auditing, inspection, quality assurance, technical assessments, or ICT support services.
Basic understanding of Data Protection and Privacy laws and ability to apply relevant laws, standards, and regulations.
Proficiency in standard office productivity and database applications.
Strong analytical, documentation, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Training or certification in data protection, privacy, cybersecurity, networking, or quality assurance is an added advantage.
Application Details:
Apply online through the NITA-U recruitment portal: https://hr.nita.go.ug/jobs/22.
Temporary Infrastructure Implementation Engineer
Category:
ICT
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: NITA-U is seeking a Temporary Infrastructure Implementation Engineer to support the implementation of IT infrastructure projects, including network extension, last-mile connectivity, and backhaul network expansion. The role focuses on infrastructure monitoring, network installation surveys, fibre and switching network deployment, civil works supervision, and technical support for infrastructure projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor NITA-U IT infrastructure and conduct scheduled assessments of infrastructure health.
Conduct surveys required for network installation designs.
Supervise installation of optical fibre cables, optical switching networks, and related civil works.
Support backhaul network extensions, last-mile connectivity, infrastructure repairs, and relocations.
Provide technical support to public and private sector agencies implementing IT infrastructure projects.
Support project design and development to promote quality, cost-effective, and timely delivery.
Company:
National Information Technology Authority–Uganda (NITA-U)
9 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
18 Sept 2026
Temporary
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 6 months’ experience deploying last-mile networks, backhaul networks, or connectivity projects.
Experience with last-mile connectivity, optical switching technology, wireless technologies, and related systems.
Certificates in operation and maintenance of campus or wireless networks are an added advantage.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
Application Details:
Apply online through the NITA-U recruitment portal: https://hr.nita.go.ug/jobs/19.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Category:
Health & Medical
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: ACT-PREP Consortium is seeking Postdoctoral Research Fellows to strengthen independent research leadership in clinical trials and epidemic preparedness and response. The fellowship focuses on mentored postdoctoral research, independent research outputs, publication, and scientific leadership.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct postdoctoral research aligned with ACT-PREP priority areas.
Participate in consortium research activities.
Develop independent research outputs.
Publish research findings and contribute to scientific leadership.
Company:
ACT-PREP Consortium
11 Sept 2026
Location:
ACT-PREP partner institutions
Date Expiring:
30 Sept 2026
Full-time; up to 3 years
Requirements:
Must be a national of an ACT-PREP partner country.
Relevant Master’s degree or equivalent.
Eligible for admission to a relevant PhD programme at an ACT-PREP partner university.
Institutional endorsement.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Details:
Submit the completed application form, academic certificates and transcripts, updated CV, 2–3-page research concept note, institutional endorsement letter, motivation letter, and two referee recommendations electronically to recruitment@act-prep.org, copying actprep@musph.ac.ug and noahzyah@gmail.com.
PhD Research Fellow
Category:
Health & Medical
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: ACT-PREP Consortium is seeking PhD Research Fellows to undertake doctoral research in clinical trials and epidemic preparedness and response. The fellowship focuses on doctoral research, specialised training, research quality and integrity, and completion of the fellowship within the approved duration.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct doctoral research under an ACT-PREP priority research theme.
Participate in core and specialised fellowship training.
Maintain high standards of research quality and integrity.
Complete the fellowship within the approved duration.
Company:
ACT-PREP Consortium
11 Sept 2026
Location:
ACT-PREP partner universities
Date Expiring:
24 Sept 2026
Full-time; up to 3 years
Requirements:
Must be a national of an ACT-PREP partner country.
Relevant Master’s degree or equivalent.
Currently enrolled in a relevant PhD programme at an ACT-PREP partner university.
Institutional endorsement.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Details:
ACT-PREP partner universities in Uganda, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Rwanda, Senegal and South Sudan
Submit the completed application form, academic certificates and transcripts, updated CV, 2–3-page research concept note, institutional endorsement letter, motivation letter, and two referee recommendations electronically to recruitment@act-prep.org, copying actprep@musph.ac.ug and noahzyah@gmail.com.
Trainee – Laboratory Technician
Category:
Physical & Environ. Sci.
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: Hima Cement Limited is seeking a Trainee – Laboratory Technician to support laboratory and quality activities at its Tororo Grinding Station. The role focuses on cement testing, laboratory equipment operation and maintenance, quality monitoring, process optimisation, and health, safety and environmental compliance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct first-level inspections and report anomalies in laboratory equipment and sampling systems.
Operate, clean, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
Analyse cement, competitor, and customer-complaint samples using chemical, physical, and mechanical tests.
Analyse industrial and laboratory trials to support product development and process optimisation.
Record test results in TIS, report variations, and take corrective action to maintain quality targets.
Monitor grinding-aid flow and comply with laboratory, health, safety, environmental, and hazardous-waste procedures.
Company:
Hima Cement
11 Sept 2026
Location:
Tororo, Uganda
Date Expiring:
22 Sept 2026
Full-time contract
Requirements:
Diploma in Chemistry or a closely related field from a recognised university.
Must have graduated within the last 2–3 years.
Strong analytical thinking and willingness to learn.
Ability to safely handle hazardous chemicals and follow factory health and safety guidelines.
Ability to accurately record test results in logs or digital systems such as Laboratory Information Management Systems.
Knowledge of cement quality requirements and cement packing, bagging, loading, dispatch, and related equipment is an advantage.
Application Details:
Training programme intended to transition high-performing trainees into full-time technical roles.
Send your application and CV, with certificates/testimonials and details of three referees and their telephone contacts, to careers@himacement.com.
Attach the application letter, CV, and certificates as one document and use vacancy code TLTX01 as the email subject.
Senior Analyst – Distribution & Channels
Category:
Other
Date Posted:
Job Type:
SUMMARY: MTN MoMo Uganda is seeking a Senior Analyst – Distribution & Channels to support its distribution ecosystem through analytics, reporting, and operational execution. The role focuses on channel performance, agent operations, liquidity management, partner performance, data analysis, compliance, and commercial growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports on agent and channel performance, liquidity, rebalancing, commissions, and transactions.
Analyse agent, territory, regional, route, and site performance and recommend actions to improve agent activity and liquidity.
Track Dealers, Super Agents, Banks, Distributor Rebalancers, and other partner performance against agreed targets and SLAs.
Identify liquidity gaps, underserved areas, operational risks, fraud indicators, process gaps, and compliance issues.
Support dashboard automation, data quality improvement, agent onboarding, KYC tracking, and field execution with actionable insights.
Prepare management reports, partner scorecards, business cases, performance reviews, and action trackers.
Company:
MTN MoMo Uganda
11 Sept 2026
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Expiring:
22 Sept 2026
Full-time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, IT, Business Computing, Data Analytics, or a relevant field.
3–5 years’ relevant experience in Mobile Money, Fintech, Telecom, FMCG distribution, business intelligence, channel operations, data analytics, or commercial reporting.
Experience in channel performance reporting, agent operations, liquidity management, partner management, sales operations, or distribution analysis.
Experience preparing management reports, dashboards, executive updates, and performance insights.
Strong knowledge of Mobile Money operations, agent lifecycle management, KYC, compliance, rebalancing, and field execution.
Advanced analytical, reporting, dashboard, and data-visualisation skills, including Excel, Power BI, or equivalent BI platforms.
Application Details:
Apply through the MTN careers portal for Job Identification 7775: https://ehle.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/7775?location=Uganda&locationId=300000000275327&locationLevel=country&mode=location

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Scanning the requirements and description text of all 673 Q2 2026 postings for named fields of study and experience thresholds gives a picture of what Uganda's STEM employers are actually asking for, as distinct from which categories they're hiring into. The two views don't always line up neatly.
The figures presented here reflect the listings on our platform during the April to June 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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