The Palliative Care Association of Uganda (PCAU) is a leading national organization dedicated to promoting and integrating palliative care into Uganda’s health system, with a mission to ensure that all people with life-limiting illnesses have access to quality, compassionate, and holistic care. Established in 1999, PCAU has gained national and international recognition for its advocacy, training, and policy development, working closely with the Ministry of Health, healthcare providers, and global partners. The organization cultivates a work culture rooted in empathy, professionalism, and continuous learning, offering employees and volunteers a deeply impactful environment and opportunities for growth within community-based and institutional care frameworks.

PCAU provides both full-time and project-based roles, with flexible arrangements to support outreach in urban and rural settings. Through strategic innovation, PCAU employs data-driven approaches, mobile technologies, and community empowerment to advance its model of care. Its reach spans across all regions of Uganda, supporting health facilities, training institutions, and caregivers to strengthen palliative care delivery. PCAU’s core values include compassion, respect for human dignity, equity, accountability, and integrity. Its commitment to corporate social responsibility is evident in its work with vulnerable populations, public education, and partnerships to reduce health disparities. More information is available on their website: www.pcauganda.org.