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Welcome to JobHunter Ug. – Your Partner in Career Success
Welcome to JobHunter-Ug — your trusted hub for job listings, career tips, and insider advice to help you stand out and get hired in today’s job market
Job Hunter Advisory
Aug 171 min read


The Impossible Job Ad: Are Some Roles Written for Ghost Candidates?
Why unrealistic requirements keep showing up, and what they mean for the rest of us You’ve seen the advert. We’ve all seen it. A role asking for a 32-year-old engineer with 10 years’ experience, an MSc, and exposure to everything from industrial parks to complex infrastructure design. And you sit there wondering how this timeline is even humanly possible... Unless someone: finished their BSc at 18, wrapped up their MSc by 21, with a couple of years of industry experience in
Ruth Ssanyulye
3 days ago3 min read


STEM Careers 2025: What’s In for Agriculture & Skilled Trades
After exploring the rise of health-tech and wellness careers in Part 2B(a), we turn to another fast-evolving frontier: the hands-on side of STEM. In this instalment, we explore STEM careers in 2025, with particular emphasis on agriculture and the skilled trades. From smart farms to modular furniture, science and craftsmanship are quietly shaping how we grow food, build homes, and design the spaces we live in. Agriculture & Food Systems Innovation As climate change and urban g
Ruth Ssanyulye
Nov 132 min read


STEM Careers 2025: What’s In: Healthcare & Wellness STEM Careers
In Part 2A, we explored how technology and sustainability are reshaping the future of work and particularly, STEM careers in 2025 and beyond. But STEM doesn’t end in laboratories or data centres, rather, it’s also driving a quiet revolution in how we heal, age, and live well. Health, wellness, and human-care fields are fast becoming some of the most dynamic spaces for STEM talent. Follow along now as we explore future careers in these areas: STEM is transforming healthcare an
Ruth Ssanyulye
Nov 42 min read


STEM Careers 2025: What’s In (Tech & Green Skills)
STEM careers are shifting fast in 2025 . Discover what’s in: AI, data science, green tech, cybersecurity, cloud, and hybrid human skills. Learn where the biggest opportunities are now. The future of STEM isn’t just about jobs disappearing. Rather, it’s about new skills and opportunities rising. Technology, sustainability, and digital transformation are reshaping industries, and professionals who adapt quickly will thrive. Here’s what’s hot in 2025 and beyond. 1. Artificial In
Staff Writer
Oct 142 min read


Declining STEM Careers 2025: What’s Out
Not all STEM careers are future-proof. In fact there are a lot of declining STEM careers as of 2025. Routine IT support, clerical roles,...
Staff Writer
Oct 103 min read


Coming Up: STEM Careers 2025 – A Three-Part Series
The world of work is changing faster than ever, and nowhere is this more visible than in STEM careers. From AI and robotics to healthcare...
Staff Writer
Oct 21 min read


Digital Promise vs Reality for Uganda’s Youth
Many young people are eager for the available Uganda digital jobs, but unequal access to internet, devices, and training keeps the...
Staff Writer
Sep 182 min read


Over 81,000 Graduates Scramble for Just 277 Government Jobs in Uganda in 2025
According to a report published by the New Vision on September 15, 2025, the Public Service Commission (PSC) recently opened 277...
Staff Writer
Sep 162 min read


Top 5 Hiring Industries in Uganda (2025 Snapshot)
The job market is shifting rapidly in Uganda, shaped by infrastructure projects, digital growth, and regional trade. For job seekers,...
Staff Writer
Sep 81 min read


CV vs Resume: Which One Do Employers Really Want?
One of the most confusing questions job seekers face is whether to send a CV or a resume. In Uganda, the two terms are often used as if...
Staff Writer
Sep 51 min read


How to Spot a Fake Job Ad in Uganda
Fake Uganda jobs might come in the form of scams, fake job adverts Uganda, and jobs for sale. Avoid paying for jobs, spot fake jobs from...
Staff Writer
Sep 31 min read


Ask Thoughtful Questions
Nothing deflates an interview faster than ending with, “No, I don’t have any questions.” Or worse — asking the same tired ones they hear...
Staff Writer
Aug 311 min read


Don’t Memorize Your Story
Interviewers can spot a script a mile away. Rattling off rehearsed answers makes you sound robotic, not confident. The goal isn’t to...
Staff Writer
Aug 291 min read


Arrive Early for the Interview
Showing up on time isn’t the flex you think it is. Arriving exactly at the scheduled minute can leave you rushed, sweaty, and unsettled...
Staff Writer
Aug 271 min read


The Hidden Job Market: Finding Roles Before They’re Posted
“The best jobs never hit the job boards — here’s how to tap into the hidden market before ads even go live.”
Job Hunter Advisory
Aug 251 min read


Attitude or Aptitude: The Winner Is…
In a crowded job market, skills get you shortlisted — but the right attitude is what gets you hired.
Staff Writer
Aug 221 min read


Dress for Success: Making the Right First Impression
First impressions open doors — here’s how to look professional at your next interview without spending a fortune
Job Hunter Advisory
Aug 201 min read


5 Mistakes That Silently Kill Your Job Application — and How to Fix Them
Don’t let tiny errors sink your dream job — fix these 5 silent CV killers and boost your chances of getting hired.
Job Hunter Advisory
Aug 182 min read


Career Trends in the Age of AI
Remember this: you are not going to be replaced by AI — you are going to be replaced by someone who knows how to use relevant AI tools beyond the ubiquitous ChatGPT!
Job Hunter Advisory
Aug 171 min read
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