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50 Apprentice jobs at Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD)
Location: Jobs in Uganda 2025 - 2026
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
UGX
No. of vacancies: 50
Deadline: 15 January 2026
Hiring Organization: Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD)
Job Details:
Employer/Organisation: Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD)
Programme: National Apprenticeship and Graduate Volunteer Programme (NAGV)
Opportunity Type: Apprenticeship / Work-based training placement
Target Group: Unemployed and underemployed youth
Age Range: 16–35 years
Application Mode: Online
Application Deadline: 15 January 2026
Location: Uganda (placements at matched host institutions)
About the Programme
The National Apprenticeship and Graduate Volunteer Programme aims to improve youth transition into employment and enhance labour productivity by providing employment-based skilling through structured apprenticeship training.
Key Activities / What Apprentices Will Do
- Participate in structured work-based learning combining on-the-job and off-the-job training.
- Work under supervision of professionals/mentors to gain practical competencies in a chosen occupation.
- Support day-to-day operations and strategic activities of the host institution while learning.
- Undertake assessments leading to formal certification at the end of the apprenticeship.
Minimum Qualifications
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At least a Certificate, Diploma, or Honors Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
Eligibility Requirements
- Age 16–35 years at time of application.
- Demonstrated interest in the priority occupation applied for.
- Basic communication skills, willingness to learn, and adaptability to work environments.
- Availability for the full duration of the apprenticeship programme as specified.
- Medically fit for field/practical work where required.
Application procedure
- Complete and submit the Apprentice’s Application Form online via: https://agvp.mglsd.go.ug
- Submit not later than 15 January 2026.
Selection Note
Only successful applicants will be contacted by email or phone after being matched with a suitable host institution.
Enquiries / Contacts
Office of the Permanent Secretary, MGLSD
Gender and Labour House, Plot 2, George Street, P.O Box 7136, Kampala
Tel: +256 786 344 062
Office of the National Apprenticeship Superintendent, MGLSD
Gender and Labour House, Plot 2, George Street, P.O Box 7136, Kampala
Tel: +256 773 718 264
Email: apprenticeshiptraining@mglsd.go.ug
Date Posted: 2025-12-30
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