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Graduate Trainee – Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) job at Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a government-owned utility company mandated to own, manage, and expand the electricity distribution infrastructure across Uganda, ensuring reliable and efficient power delivery to support national development. Established in 2001 following the unbundling of the Uganda Electricity Board (UEB), UEDCL has built a strong reputation for upholding operational excellence, infrastructure integrity, and regulatory compliance in the electricity distribution sector.
The company fosters a collaborative and safety-focused work culture, offering rewarding career paths and professional development opportunities for engineers, technicians, and administrative staff through both permanent and project-based roles. UEDCL’s innovative approach to rural electrification and asset management includes leveraging technology for network monitoring, maintenance, and service delivery, significantly contributing to the government's electrification goals.
With a broad operational footprint across all regions of Uganda, the company is committed to the core values of professionalism, accountability, customer satisfaction, and innovation. UEDCL also actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, including supporting community electrification programs, environmental sustainability projects, and educational outreach. For more information, visit www.uedcl.co.ug.
Are you looking for Graduate Trainee jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Graduate Trainee – Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) job at Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Full Time
Deadline:
27 Jun 2025
Job Title
Graduate Trainee – Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) job at Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Job Description
Job Title: Graduate Trainee – Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) (No Experience Jobs)
Organisation: Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
To support the implementation and monitoring of UEDCL’s Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) programs and initiatives. The role offers hands-on exposure to sustainability reporting, corporate social responsibility (CSR), governance practices, and occupational health and safety (OHS) in a regulated utility environment.
Impact
The Graduate Trainee will contribute to sustainability goals, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement by assisting in the collection of data, coordination of activities, and preparation of reports that support the ESG strategy.
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.
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online through the UEDCL jobs portal.
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Deadline: 27th June 2025
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How to Apply
Assist in tracking environmental metrics such as energy use, emissions, and waste.
Help document progress of initiatives aimed at reducing the company’s environmental impact.
Participate in organizing community outreach, inclusion and employee engagement programs.
Gather feedback and prepare summary reports for CSR project activities.
Help compile data for ESG and sustainability reports.
Support the documentation of governance-related activities and training programs.
Support the coordination of safety trainings, drills and safety audits.
Maintain and update safety logs and reports.
Conduct research on emerging ESG trends and regulatory updates.
Assist in preparing presentations and briefing materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain organized files and databases for ESG-related documentation.
Draft minutes, status updates, and action plans for ESG-related meetings and initiatives.
Expected Outputs
Documented environmental and social metrics
Records of stakeholder and CSR activities
Safety activity logs and reports
Preliminary ESG reports and research summaries
Organized filing of ESG and OHS documentation
Prepared presentations, meeting notes, and communication materials
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Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Social Development, Public Health, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field from a recognized institution
Must have graduated within the last three (3) years
Additional training or certifications in ESG, OHS, or environmental regulations is an added advantage
Experience
No formal work experience required
Competencies
Basic understanding of sustainability, OHS, and social impact frameworks
Good data collection and reporting skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Good organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to work in a team and take initiative
High level of integrity and ethical responsibility
