About the Organisation

The Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority (UFZEPA), established under the Free Zones (Amendment) Act No. 30 of 2024, is a government agency formed by merging the Uganda Free Zones Authority and the Uganda Export Promotion Board. Operating under the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives, UFZEPA oversees the establishment, development, management, marketing, and control of free zones, while promoting and coordinating export activities in Uganda.

 The Authority drives foreign investment, export competitiveness, job creation, and sustainable economic growth by streamlining processes and offering business incentives. UFZEPA fosters a dynamic, inclusive work environment that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth, offering opportunities in trade facilitation, investment promotion, policy analysis, operations, and marketing. Committed to corporate social responsibility, UFZEPA supports education, health, and community empowerment, guided by excellence, integrity, and collaboration. For more information, visit ufzepa.go.ugor www.mtic.go.ug.

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant at UFZEPA will provide secretarial and office management services, ensuring efficient operations, secure record-keeping, and effective communication to support the Authority’s objectives.

Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Take dictation, transcribe, and type drafts
• Prepare reports, presentations, and minutes
• Operate and manage office facilities and equipment
• Draft responses to routine correspondence and disseminate information
• Ensure security of records, documents, and equipment
• Plan and monitor programs, activities, and appointments
• Receive and attend to visitors and clients; dispatch documents
• Maintain and account for office imprest

Qualifications, Education, and Competencies

• Honours Bachelor’s degree in Secretarial Studies OR Information and Office Management, or equivalent
• No prior work experience required

Competencies

• Technical:
  • Shorthand skills
  • Records and Information Management
  • Information and Communication Technology
• Behavioral:
  • Effective communication
  • Ethics and integrity
  • Public relations and customer care
  • Results orientation
  • Time management
  • Flexibility
  • Confidentiality

How to Apply

Qualified candidates meeting all specified requirements should apply online at ufzepa.go.ug/careers. Applications must include:

• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) with contact details of three (3) referees
• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts (O’ Level, A’ Level, Bachelor’s degree, postgraduate qualifications)
• Any other relevant supporting documents

All documents should be combined into a single PDF file, clearly labeled with the applicant’s full name and the position applied for: Administrative Assistant.

Address to: The Executive Director, Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority, 6th Floor, Communications House, Plot 1 Colville Street, Kampala

Apply Now

Only online applications will be considered. Applicants may apply for up to two (2) positions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Deadline: 3 November 2025, 5:00 PM