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The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) is a statutory body established under the Petroleum (Exploration, Development and Production) Act, 2013, with the mission to ensure efficient, accountable, and transparent management of Uganda’s petroleum resources for sustainable development. Recognized nationally and internationally for its regulatory excellence and commitment to best practices, PAU plays a pivotal role in overseeing the country’s oil and gas sector, fostering investor confidence, and safeguarding national interests.

The Authority boasts a professional, merit-based work culture that values integrity, innovation, and capacity building, offering rewarding career opportunities in engineering, environmental management, legal affairs, finance, and stakeholder engagement, with both permanent and contractual arrangements. Since its formation, PAU has evolved into a key institution driving Uganda's journey toward becoming a petroleum-producing country, employing a forward-thinking regulatory model that emphasizes safety, environmental sustainability, and local content.

With a growing team of technical experts and partnerships with global and local stakeholders, PAU’s reach spans upstream, midstream, and downstream activities across the country. Its core values—transparency, accountability, professionalism, efficiency, and independence—guide its operations and engagement with communities. PAU’s corporate social responsibility focuses on environmental conservation, community sensitization, and skills development to ensure shared prosperity. For more information, visit www.pau.go.ug.