Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
Government of the Republic of Uganda through the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MoTWA) and that of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD) is implementing the National Apprenticeship Programme in the tourism and hospitality sector.
The programme is aimed at equipping unemployed graduates with work readiness skills along the tourism value chain by promoting employment-based skilling, reskilling and upskilling in line with the Uganda National Apprenticeship Framework (UNAF
2018), the Employment Act (2006), the Employment Regulations (2011), and the National Employment Policy of Uganda (2011). The Programme is national in character targeting interested individuals from across the country.
The MoTWA now invites suitably qualified Ugandans who satisfy the criteria to apply for a one year on the job training opportunity leading to the award of UVTAB level II Certificate. The programme will commence in June 2025. Details are as follows;
Title: Apprentice
Number of Vacancies: 150 as detailed in the five trades/departments below:-
i. Cooks (chefs) 30
ii. Waitrons 30
iii. Receptionists 30
iv. Bakers 30
v. Tour Guides 30
Eligibility:
Applicants must hold qualifications (Degree; Diploma or Certificate) in Tourism, Leisure or Hospitality from a recognised University or Institution.
Applicants should have completed their studies between 2020 to 2024 and are unemployed.
Applicants are advised to apply for only one trade of interest.
Interested applicants should attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates and transcripts and a copy National ID
Women and People With Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.
Application Method:
All applications should be online.
Application forms can be accessed from this link: https://form.jotform.com/251010425196043 not later than 17:00hrs on 30th April 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
For more information, please contact:
The Office of the Assistant Commissioner, Human Resource Management
Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities:
rhita.kabugho@tourism.go.ug
+256 200 780 431
OR
For more information, please contact:
The Office of Apprenticeship Superintendent, Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development:
apprenticeshiptraining@mglsd.go.ug
+256 414 230 740
