Duties and Responsibilities
1) Conducting research on new business opportunities for Special Economic Zones, Export Processing Zones and Free Ports;
2) Undertaking market feasibility studies carried out in public Free Zones, Export Processing zones and Free;
3) Preparing proposals for resource mobilization for Free Zones projects;
4) Developing business and project implementation plans; and
5) Monitoring investments for financial compliance and understanding of the reporting requirements. Person specifications
a) A Honors Bachelor’s degree in either Marketing, International Business Administration, Management, Economics or Entrepreneurship from a recognized University.
b) Work Experience Nil
c) Competencies
(i) Technical
• Knowledge Management
• Information Communication Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Financial Management
• Risk Management
• Research and Analytical Skills
(ii) Behavioral
• Teamwork
• Concern for Quality and Standards
• Accountabilities
• Ethics and Integrity
• Communicating Effectively
• Time Management
Application Guidelines
Interested candidates who fully meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications comprising the following:
A comprehensive curriculum vitae with daytime contact details.
Three (3) referees with their contact addresses.
Recommendation letters from Heads of their former employers (Rationalised Government Institutions).
Copies of relevant academic testimonials and certificates, including:
- O and A Level Certificates
- Bachelor’s Degree and Postgraduate Academic Qualifications
- Transcripts and Professional Certifications
Copies of letters of appointment, confirmations (if any), and promotion letters.
Please note the following important instructions:
All application documents must be compiled into one PDF file, clearly labelled with the applicant’s full name.
Submit your application only by email to: recruitment@ufzepa.go.ug
The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 6th June 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Only emailed applications will be considered.
Former staff of RAPEX-affected agencies who have since been absorbed into the Public Service are not eligible to apply.
All applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director
Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority (UFZEPA)
6th Floor, Communications House
Plot 1 Colville Street
Kampala