Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) is a public limited company wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Uganda. The company is responsible for operating the high-voltage electricity transmission grid, bulk power supply, electricity imports and exports, system operations, and public infrastructure provision, including optical fibre infrastructure.
About the Graduate Skills Department Programme
UETCL runs a three-year Graduate Skills Department Programme facilitated by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA). The Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) is knowledge-intensive and requires highly skilled professionals who can develop the technical and professional expertise needed to support reliable electricity supply and transmission.
The programme provides recent graduates with structured industrial training, mentorship, and practical exposure to the electricity supply industry. It is designed to help participants strengthen their professional capabilities, gain workplace experience, and establish a strong foundation for long-term career development.
This opportunity is suitable for ambitious graduates seeking to apply their academic knowledge in a professional environment while learning from experienced industry practitioners.
Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Must have graduated within the last two (2) years.
Must hold a bachelor's degree in Statistics, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance or Accounting, or a related field.
Must possess a degree from a recognised institution of higher learning.
Must demonstrate strong academic ability and professional potential.
Benefits of the Programme
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to:
Access Structured Training: Participate in organised training and professional development activities designed to strengthen relevant knowledge and skills.
Gain Practical Work Experience: Apply academic knowledge and develop workplace competencies within the electricity transmission environment.
Receive Professional Mentorship: Benefit from guidance and support from experienced professionals to help shape career development.
Experience Departmental Rotations: Rotate across different departments to gain broader organisational exposure and understand various business functions.
Develop Industry Knowledge: Build an understanding of the electricity supply industry, its operations, and professional requirements.
Build Long-Term Career Prospects: Develop a strong foundation for future employment opportunities and continued professional growth.
Who Should Apply?
This programme is particularly relevant to recent graduates in Statistics, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, and related disciplines who are interested in developing careers within the electricity supply industry.
Candidates should be eager to learn, adaptable, professionally motivated, and ready to benefit from structured training and workplace mentorship.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible graduates should submit their applications through the official recruitment channel provided by Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL).
Applicants should prepare their CVs, academic documents, and any other supporting information required by the official application instructions.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
Application Link: The supplied advert does not include a direct application link. Candidates should consult UETCL's official recruitment channels for the submission procedure and any additional requirements.
Important: The application deadline is approaching. Interested graduates should confirm the official application instructions and submit their applications before the closing date.
How to apply