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  • Date posted

    June 17, 2025

  • Closing date

    July 17, 2025

  • Hiring location

    Jobs in Kampala

  • Qualification

    Bachelors degree in Business Administration

  • Experience

    3years

  • Quantity

    1 person

  • Gender

    Female Male

Description

DEADLINE: 27th June 2025

✈️ Job Vacancy:

DEADLINE: 27th June 2025

✈️ Job Vacancy: Duty Manager

Type: Full-time
Location: Entebbe, Uganda
Company: Uganda Airlines
Industry: Aviation / Administration


About the Role

Uganda Airlines is seeking a dynamic and experienced Duty Manager to lead safe, efficient, and customer-centric airport operations at the Entebbe Hub. The successful candidate will ensure seamless ground handling, uphold regulatory compliance, and promote an On-Time Performance (OTP) culture while enhancing Uganda Airlines’ image and reputation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee cost-effective delivery of ground handling services (check-in, airport experience, baggage, ramp handling).

  • Foster an OTP culture, working with all stakeholders to achieve punctuality and operational excellence.

  • Plan and structure station operations to align with current and future business needs.

  • Implement safety and security measures in line with aviation regulations.

  • Identify and report hazards, incidents, and near-misses; maintain a risk register.

  • Compile and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports on ground operations.

  • Supervise, train, and develop staff to meet strategic and operational goals.

  • File flight plans to ensure legal and safety compliance.

  • Ensure all operations adhere to IATA/ICAO, regulatory, and company standards.

  • Address non-compliance issues, implement corrective actions, and resolve root causes.

  • Represent Uganda Airlines at Airport Operators Committee (AOC) meetings.

  • Maintain high-level client and stakeholder relationships to support the airline's competitiveness.


Minimum Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.

  • IATA Diploma or relevant aviation training is an added advantage.

  • Minimum of 3 years in a managerial role at a reputable airline or ground handling company.

  • Experience managing operations at an airline hub is required.

Additional Training/Certifications:

  • Load Control Training

  • IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) – Category 6 (advantageous)

  • ICAO Safety Management Systems (SMS)

  • Aviation Safety and Security (AVSEC)

  • Airside Safety and Ramp Supervision Training


Key Skills & Attributes

  • Exceptional management and communication abilities

  • Strong understanding of airport operations and regulatory compliance

  • Business acumen and a focus on revenue optimization

  • High integrity, diligence, and leadership capability


Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and application letter to:
Email: [email protected]
Deadline: 27th June 2025

For inquiries:
Toll-Free: 0800 334 455
Email: [email protected]


About Uganda Airlines

Location: Entebbe, Uganda
Industry: Aviation, Ground Operations
Uganda Airlines is the national carrier committed to delivering safe, reliable, and customer-friendly air transport services. As one of the top recruiters in Uganda’s aviation sector, Uganda Airlines offers an opportunity to grow in a results-driven and safety-conscious environment.


Type: Full-time
Location: Entebbe, Uganda
Company: Uganda Airlines
Industry: Aviation / Administration


About the Role

Uganda Airlines is seeking a dynamic and experienced Duty Manager to lead safe, efficient, and customer-centric airport operations at the Entebbe Hub. The successful candidate will ensure seamless ground handling, uphold regulatory compliance, and promote an On-Time Performance (OTP) culture while enhancing Uganda Airlines’ image and reputation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee cost-effective delivery of ground handling services (check-in, airport experience, baggage, ramp handling).

  • Foster an OTP culture, working with all stakeholders to achieve punctuality and operational excellence.

  • Plan and structure station operations to align with current and future business needs.

  • Implement safety and security measures in line with aviation regulations.

  • Identify and report hazards, incidents, and near-misses; maintain a risk register.

  • Compile and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports on ground operations.

  • Supervise, train, and develop staff to meet strategic and operational goals.

  • File flight plans to ensure legal and safety compliance.

  • Ensure all operations adhere to IATA/ICAO, regulatory, and company standards.

  • Address non-compliance issues, implement corrective actions, and resolve root causes.

  • Represent Uganda Airlines at Airport Operators Committee (AOC) meetings.

  • Maintain high-level client and stakeholder relationships to support the airline's competitiveness.


Minimum Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.

  • IATA Diploma or relevant aviation training is an added advantage.

  • Minimum of 3 years in a managerial role at a reputable airline or ground handling company.

  • Experience managing operations at an airline hub is required.

Additional Training/Certifications:

  • Load Control Training

  • IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) – Category 6 (advantageous)

  • ICAO Safety Management Systems (SMS)

  • Aviation Safety and Security (AVSEC)

  • Airside Safety and Ramp Supervision Training


Key Skills & Attributes

  • Exceptional management and communication abilities

  • Strong understanding of airport operations and regulatory compliance

  • Business acumen and a focus on revenue optimization

  • High integrity, diligence, and leadership capability


Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and application letter to:
Email: [email protected]
Deadline: 27th June 2025

For inquiries:
Toll-Free: 0800 334 455
Email: [email protected]


About Uganda Airlines

Location: Entebbe, Uganda
Industry: Aviation, Ground Operations
Uganda Airlines is the national carrier committed to delivering safe, reliable, and customer-friendly air transport services. As one of the top recruiters in Uganda’s aviation sector, Uganda Airlines offers an opportunity to grow in a results-driven and safety-conscious environment.


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Employment Type:

Full Time

Industry:

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