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Principal Youth Recruitment and Skilling Officer job at Makerere University | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Established in 1922 as a technical school, Makerere University is Uganda's oldest and largest institution of higher learning, located in Kampala. Over the decades, it has evolved into a premier university, offering 145 undergraduate programs and over 139 postgraduate courses across nine colleges and one school. The university has earned a reputation for academic excellence, producing influential alumni, including several African presidents and Nobel laureates. Its mission is to provide transformative and innovative teaching, learning, research, and services responsive to dynamic national and global needs.
Makerere fosters a work culture that emphasizes accountability, professionalism, inclusivity, integrity, and respect, offering job opportunities in academia, administration, and research. The institution has a significant national and regional presence, serving approximately 36,000 undergraduates and 4,000 postgraduates. Its business model focuses on delivering diverse programs and research outputs, contributing to societal development. The university is committed to corporate social responsibility through community engagement and development initiatives. For more information, visit www.mak.ac.ug.
Are you looking for Agriculture jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Principal Youth Recruitment and Skilling Officer job at Makerere University
Full Time
Deadline:
7 Nov 2025
Job Title
Principal Youth Recruitment and Skilling Officer job at Makerere University
Makerere University
Job Description
Job Title: Principal Youth Recruitment and Skilling Officer
Organisation: Makerere University
Project Name: Africa Climate Collaborative Program
Funding Source: Mastercard Foundation
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Summary: To lead all recruitment and training operations for Skilling Program at Makerere University, community engagements and industry attachments.
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 applications and attachments must be submitted electronically through the link below. The attachments must include the following documents;
An application letter clearly stating the job applied for and duly signed by the applicant.
An up-to-date curriculum vitae.
Copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
A minimum of three recommendation letters duly signed by the referees.
Falsification of documents or giving false information will lead to disqualification and/or prosecution in courts of law.
The application should be addressed to:
Program Director
Africa Climate Collaborative, Makerere University P.O. Box 7062 Kampala
Deadline: 7th November 2025
To note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Makerere University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect for all, as such the University recruits and employs without any form of discrimination.
Reasonable accommodation shall be provided to candidates with disabilities upon request to support their participation in the recruitment process.
Makerere University does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview meetings, or processing of employment contracts.
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How to Apply
Coordinate selection and recruitment activities of Skilling Youth on the Program;
Establish and coordinate partnerships to facilitate recruitment and training of the Skilling Youth;
Lead the planning, scheduling, and operationalization of Skilling Youth training activities;
Work with trainers, facilitators, and subject matter experts to develop curricula and training materials that are relevant, inclusive, and aligned with industry and community needs;
Serve as the primary liaison between the Program and communities/industry participating in the Youth skilling programs;
Coordinate and monitor the placement of Youth into meaningful industry attachments and track their performance and learning outcomes;
Monitor, identify and report any safeguarding concerns that may arise during the Program implementation;
Compile and analyze data related to Program activities, and prepare accurate, timely reports to support decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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A Master’s degree in Agricultural Extension and Education or Agribusiness or Engineering or Environmental Studies, or Development Studies or Education or Rural Development or Youth Development from a recognized institution
An Honour’s Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Extension and Education or Agribusiness or Engineering or Environmental Studies or Development Studies or Education or Rural Development or Youth Development from a recognized institution
Added advantage
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management or Monitoring and Evaluation from a recognized institution.
Experience
A minimum of 6 years’ relevant work experience, 3 of which should have been at Senior level.
Competencies
Experience in coordinating recruitment and selection of youth from different social categories.
Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing youth-focused training and capacity-building programs.
Experience in brokering and managing partnerships with industry, civil society, and government entities to facilitate internships, apprenticeships, or business incubation for Youth.
Experience with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) systems and competency-based training approaches.
Demonstrated capacity in data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and results-based reporting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
