Graduate Trainee – Employee Relations and Registry-Jobs in Uganda

DEADLINE: 27 June 2025
Duty Station: Head Office, Kampala, Uganda
Employer: Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Application Link: Click Here to Apply
Job Type: Full-time
Number of Positions: 1

Graduate Trainee – Employee Relations and Registry

Department: Human Resource & Administration
Reports to: Senior Employee Relations/Registry Officer

UEDCL is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Graduate Trainee – Employee Relations and Registry to support its Human Resource operations. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in employee relations management and registry functions, including grievance tracking, document control, and compliance with labor and organizational standards.

Role Impact

This position plays a key role in maintaining confidential, compliant, and organized HR records, while also supporting efforts to promote positive employee relations. The trainee will develop foundational skills in HR policy implementation, labor law compliance, and administrative processes, contributing to the smooth running of HR services.

Key Responsibilities (Key Result Areas)

• Assist in tracking employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and resolutions.

• Document meeting notes, maintain confidential case files, and assist with grievance follow-up.

• Help gather feedback from staff on workplace relations matters.

• Assist in organizing and updating both physical and electronic employee records.

• Support the retrieval, classification, and filing of HR documents.

• Ensure accurate documentation of recruitment, onboarding, exits, and changes in employment status.

• Help compile compliance data and reports related to employee relations and HR registry.

• Learn and apply relevant labor laws, policies, and HR recordkeeping standards.

• Support dissemination of HR policy updates, memos, and relevant internal communications.

• Provide first-level guidance to employees or refer them to the appropriate HR officer.

• Assist in updating HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems) under supervision.

• Participate in data audits and quality checks of HR documentation.

Expected Outputs

• Accurately maintained and up-to-date employee records.

• Effective support in documenting employee relations cases.

• Timely dissemination of HR communications and policy updates.

• Demonstrated improvement in HR knowledge, labor law understanding, and registry operations.

• Reliable assistance during data validation, audits, and process reviews.

Person Specifications

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Must have graduated within the last three (3) years from a recognized university.

Experience:

• No formal work experience required.

Core Competencies:

• Basic understanding of labor laws, HR practices, and employee relations.

• Willingness to learn and grow within an administrative HR environment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail and organized work ethic.

• High degree of confidentiality and professional integrity.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Ability to collaborate in a team and manage shifting priorities effectively.

✅ How to Apply

Submit your application through the official UEDCL careers portal:
Click Here to Apply

About UEDCL

Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a key player in Uganda’s electricity distribution sector. Through structured graduate training programs, UEDCL is committed to developing future professionals by providing practical exposure, professional mentorship, and skills development in technical and administrative disciplines.