(150 Positions) Apprenticeship Training Opportunities at Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

150 Apprenticeship Training Opportunities

Organisation: Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development
Programme: National Apprenticeship Programme
Opportunity: Apprenticeship Training
Number of opportunities: 150
Location: Uganda
Level I qualification: Senior Four (UCE) or equivalent
Level II qualification: Senior Six (UACE) or equivalent
Age requirement: 16–35 years
Salary/allowance: Not disclosed
Deadline: Friday, 4 September 2026

Jobspace Uganda opportunity summary

The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development is inviting young Ugandans to apply for 150 apprenticeship training opportunities under the National Apprenticeship Programme. The programme is designed for young people who want to gain practical occupational or trade skills through supervised, workplace-based training. Successful applicants will learn from experienced professionals and mentors while building the technical and workplace skills required to pursue employment or other career opportunities.

Who should apply?

This programme may be suitable for young people who:

• Are between 16 and 35 years of age.
• Have completed Senior Four or Senior Six, depending on the training level selected.
• Want practical training in a specific occupation or trade.
• Are willing to learn under the supervision of professionals and workplace mentors.
• Can commit to the full duration of the apprenticeship programme.
• Have basic communication skills and can adapt to different working environments.

Programme benefits

Selected apprentices will have an opportunity to:

• Receive structured and supervised hands-on training.
• Gain practical experience in a selected occupation or trade.
• Develop essential technical and workplace skills.
• Improve their employability and access clearer career pathways.
• Build professional networks with mentors and industry practitioners.
• Contribute to Uganda’s skilled workforce and national development.

Available application levels

Level I – Basic Competence Certificate

Applicants for Level I must:

• Have completed Senior Four (UCE) or an equivalent qualification.
• Be between 16 and 35 years old at the time of application.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in the priority occupation selected.
• Possess basic communication skills.
• Be willing to learn and adapt to different workplace environments.
• Be available for the full specified duration of the programme.

Level II – National Artisan Certificate

Applicants for Level II must:

• Have completed Senior Six (UACE) or an equivalent qualification.
• Be between 16 and 35 years old at the time of application.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in the priority occupation selected.
• Possess basic communication skills.
• Be willing to learn and adapt to different workplace environments.
• Be available for the full specified duration of the programme.

Application guidance

Applicants should first determine whether they qualify for Level I or Level II. Before opening the application portal, prepare your personal information, education details, contact information and any supporting documents requested during the online application. Select an occupation in which you have a genuine interest and carefully check all information before submitting.

Application procedure

Submit your application through the official National Apprenticeship Programme portal:

APPLY THROUGH THE OFFICIAL PORTAL

Application deadline: Friday, 4 September 2026

Telephone: +256 788 839 580
Email: apprenticeshiptraining@mglsd.go.ug

Official source

This opportunity was announced by the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development. Applicants should use the official application portal to submit applications and confirm the available occupations, training duration and any additional requirements.

Job scam warning: Jobspace Uganda does not charge applicants for apprenticeship information or influence participant selection. Do not pay anyone promising to secure an opportunity. Apply only through the official programme portal.

Editorial note: Jobspace Uganda is an independent vacancy-information platform. This announcement has been summarised and organised to help applicants understand the opportunity. Jobspace Uganda is not the recruiting or training organisation.

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Date posted: 26 August 2026