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About the Organisation
The Uganda Police Force is the national police organization of Uganda, headed by the Inspector General of Police (IGP). The current IGP is Abbas Byakagaba, who took over from former IGP Geoffrey Tumusiime on 18 May 2024. Recruitment to the force occurs annually.
History
The Uganda Police Force was established in 1906 by the British administration and was initially called the Uganda Armed Constabulary, primarily tasked with quelling riots and unrest. On 25 May 1906, Captain (later Brigadier General) William F.S. Edwards arrived in Uganda and became the first Inspector General of the Uganda Protectorate Police. He was known as a stern disciplinarian and an excellent administrator. Edwards served as IGP until 1908 and continued in administrative roles until his retirement in 1922.
100,000 Election Special Police Constable job at Uganda Police Force (UPF) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Are you looking for Management jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in 100,000 Election Special Police Constable job at Uganda Police Force (UPF)
Full Time
Deadline:
1 Nov 2025
Job Title
100,000 Election Special Police Constable job at Uganda Police Force (UPF)
Uganda Police Force (UPF)
Job Description
Job Title: Election Special Police Constable
Employer: Uganda Police Force (UPF)
Number of Vacancies: 100,000
Remuneration: UGX 469,000 per month
Contract Duration: 3 Months
Application Deadline: 1st November 2025
Duty Station: Respective Districts of Residence
The Uganda Police Force (UPF) is recruiting 100,000 Election Special Police Constables to support the maintenance of law, order, and security during the 2025 general elections. The Election Special Police Constable will play a critical role in ensuring peaceful, fair, and transparent electoral processes across Uganda.
This is a three-month national service contract offering Ugandan citizens the opportunity to contribute to their country’s democratic process while earning a competitive monthly wage.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Interested candidates should submit handwritten applications addressed to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), accompanied by the following:
Photocopies of academic documents
Photocopy of National Identity Card
One (1) recent passport-size photograph
Recommendation letters from LCI, LCIII, and GISO (from the respective district of recruitment)
All applications must be delivered in person to the Police District or Divisional Headquarters in your district of residence not later than 1st November 2025.
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How to Apply
Maintain peace, law, and order during election activities.
Safeguard polling materials, ballot boxes, and election officials.
Support the Uganda Police Force in crowd control, voter protection, and monitoring of polling stations.
Report any incidents of violence, malpractice, or disruption during the electoral process.
Enforce lawful instructions issued by the Uganda Police Force and other authorities.
Participate in community sensitization and awareness campaigns on peaceful elections.
Ensure the security of persons and property in assigned areas.
Attend and successfully complete the mandatory one-month Basic Security Training Course.
Perform other lawful duties as may be assigned by the supervising Police Officer.
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To be considered for the Election Special Police Constable recruitment 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Must be a Ugandan citizen with a valid National Identity Card.
Must possess at least a Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) result slip.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must demonstrate good conduct and have no criminal record.
Proven volunteerism with the Uganda Police Force (UPF) will be an added advantage.
Must be physically fit and capable of working under challenging conditions.
Must have good communication skills.
Must be nationalistic and patriotic, with a passion for community service.
Must be a registered voter in their area of recruitment.
Must be willing to undergo a one-month Basic Security Training Course.
Must not be a serving officer in any of the armed forces.
Women are highly encouraged to apply.
