top of page

Related Jobs

Get a Professional CV
AfriCareers Premium Program
List your job vacancies FREE of charge on AfriCareers and reach top talent across Uganda.
Ultimate Interview Pack with over 50 toughest interview questions
Related Jobs
Storekeeper – Kampala Marriott Hotel Job at Marriott International
13 Feb 2026
Marriott International
Data Assistant – Kibaale Job at Baylor Uganda
6 Feb 2026
Baylor Uganda
Senior Environmental and Social Development Specialist Job at World Bank
15 Feb 2026
World Bank
English-Chinese Translation Volunteer Job at UN Women Uganda
13 Feb 2026
UN Women Uganda
Senior Associate, Communications and Advocacy Job at Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
10 Feb 2026
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)

Job Summary

Job Title:
Laboratory Technologist
Employer:
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Medical jobs
Number of Positions:
2
Deadline:
Friday, 20 June 2025

Related Jobs

Marriott International

Storekeeper – Kampala Marriott Hotel Job at Marriott International

13 February 2026
Storekeeper – Kampala Marriott Hotel Job at Marriott International
Baylor Uganda

Data Assistant – Kibaale Job at Baylor Uganda

6 February 2026
Data Assistant – Kibaale Job at Baylor Uganda
World Bank

Senior Environmental and Social Development Specialist Job at World Bank

15 February 2026
Senior Environmental and Social Development Specialist Job at World Bank
UN Women Uganda

English-Chinese Translation Volunteer Job at UN Women Uganda

13 February 2026
English-Chinese Translation Volunteer Job at UN Women Uganda
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)

Senior Associate, Communications and Advocacy Job at Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)

10 February 2026
Senior Associate, Communications and Advocacy Job at Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)

About the Organisation

2 Laboratory Technologist job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is a government agency dedicated to the conservation and sustainable management of Uganda’s wildlife resources, ensuring biodiversity protection while promoting eco-tourism and community involvement. Recognized internationally for its role in wildlife conservation, UWA is known for managing Uganda’s national parks and protected areas with excellence, earning accolades for its conservation efforts and commitment to ecological balance.

The organization fosters a dynamic and purpose-driven work culture, offering employees professional growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a strong sense of purpose in preserving Uganda’s natural heritage. With diverse job opportunities in conservation, law enforcement, tourism management, and research, UWA provides both field and administrative roles, ensuring a balance between on-site conservation work and strategic planning. Established to oversee and regulate Uganda’s wildlife reserves.

UWA has evolved through policy reforms and strategic partnerships, embracing innovation in conservation technology, anti-poaching strategies, and sustainable tourism models to enhance biodiversity protection and generate revenue. Managing 10 national parks, 12 wildlife reserves, and several community conservation areas, UWA has a vast operational reach that extends across Uganda, safeguarding critical habitats and endangered species.

Guided by core values such as integrity, teamwork, professionalism, and environmental stewardship. UWA remains dedicated to preserving nature for future generations. Through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the organization actively engages in community conservation programs, revenue-sharing initiatives, and environmental education to foster local participation in wildlife conservation. For more information about UWA’s conservation efforts, tourism attractions, and career opportunities.

Are you looking for Bio-medical jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Laboratory Technologist job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Full Time

Deadline: 

20 Jun 2025

Job Title

2 Laboratory Technologist job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Technologist (2 No Experience Jobs)

Organisation: Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

To conduct diagnostic and analytical work in the laboratory.

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.

Applicants should submit their duly completed application forms found on the link provided below. Hard copies will not be accepted.

Instructions for submission

Click Here

  • Attach a cover letter indicating your interest in the job you choose as well as the academic documents scanned as one pdf document (the system will not accept more than one file).

  • Applicants shortlisted for interviews shall be required to present originals of their academic certificates and transcripts at the time of the interviews.

Address:

The Executive Director

Uganda Wildlife Authority

Job fairs

Plot 7 Kira Road, Kamwokya

P.O. Box 3530

KAMPALA

Deadline: 20th June,2025 by 5.00 pm

Find application details and links on the AfriCareers Jobs Portal:

  1. Click the Apply button below

  2. New users: Select Create Profile and complete the Profile Creation Wizard

  3. Existing users: Log in and update your profile if needed

  4. Go to the "Jobs" tab

  5. Read the detailed job description, Roles and Qualifications. 

  6. Submit your application via the jobs portal

  7. Track progress under "My Applications" tab

Important Note: Some employers now hire directly on the AfriCareers New Jobs Portal — keep your profile updated so employers can easily view your CV and hire you instantly.

How to Apply

  • Conduct disease diagnostic tests and assays in microbiology, bacteriology, serology, histopathology, molecular/PCR analyses.

  • Conduct sample collection, processing and transportation to diagnostic facilities.

  • Initiating, developing and implementing laboratory accreditation process and/or upgrade of accreditation status to higher levels and inclusion of more assays to the test protocols.

  • Establish quality management in the laboratory to conform to international standards of accreditation.

  • Developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for relevant diagnostic assays.

  • Managing the wildlife Biobank.

  • Developing and implementing Laboratory Biosafety and Biosecurity measures.

  • Taking part in sample collection, processing and transportation and transportation to diagnostic facilities under the supervision of field veterinarians and epidemiologists.

  • Maintaining the laboratory environment clean, safe and secure and conducting risk assessment and risk mitigation.

  • Establishing mechanisms for laboratory waste management in accordance to approved SOPs and other international procedures and standards the laboratory is a subscribed to.

  • Maintaining the quality and safety of laboratory equipment, reagents and supplies.

  • Developing work plans and preparing periodic reports

  • Supervising and appraisal staff.

2 Laboratory Technologist job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

  • An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Bio-medical Laboratory Science from a recognized University.

  • Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.

Experience

  • Nil

Competences

Technical

  • Planning, organising and coordinating

  • Knowledge in wildlife management

  • Records and Information management

  • Risk management

  • Information Communication Technology

  • Research and analytical

Behavioral

  • Concern for quality and standards

  • Accountability

  • Communicating effectively

  • Judgment, decision making and problem solving

  • Ethics and integrity

  • Time management

bottom of page