Apprentice – National Apprenticeship Programme (150 Vacancies)

• ProgrammeNational Apprenticeship Programme (Tourism and Hospitality)
• OrganisationMinistry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, with the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development
• ReferenceMTWA/HR/2026/APP/001
• Places150 across 8 trades
• LocationNationwide, accredited tourism and hospitality facilities
• TypeApprenticeship, one year
• PayStipend payable plus UVTAB Level II Certificate
• CategoryFresh Graduate Jobs in Uganda
• Deadline17 November 2026, 5:00pm

The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) is the Government of Uganda ministry responsible for tourism, wildlife and heritage. It is based at Rwenzori Towers, Plot 6 Nakasero Road, Kampala.

With the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, MTWA is in the fourth year of the National Apprenticeship Programme in tourism and hospitality, in line with the Fourth National Development Plan and the Uganda National Apprenticeship Framework (2018). The ministry aims to train at least 150 young people a year, 750 over five years.

The programme is a one-year, on-the-job training placement in accredited tourism and hospitality facilities across Uganda, starting in January 2027. Apprentices work under qualified mentors to master workplace, customer-service and hospitality standards, and sit UVTAB assessments that lead to a Level II Certificate. A stipend is payable.

The 150 places are split across eight trades: tour guide (10), bakers (20), receptionist (20), cooks (30), waitrons (25), housekeeping and laundry (20), baristas and bartending (20) and coffee experience guide (5). Applicants should choose only one trade. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applications go through the ministry’s online form, and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Prepare scanned copies of your documents before starting, because the form asks for every attachment.

• Complete one year of structured on-the-job training in the selected trade.
• Work under qualified mentors to master workplace, customer-service and hospitality standards.
• Take part in UVTAB assessments leading to the Level II Certificate.
• Observe workplace safety, hygiene and professional conduct at all times.

Required Education

• A degree, diploma or certificate in Tourism, Leisure or Hospitality from a recognised university or institution.

Work Experience

• Studies completed between 2022 and 2026, and currently unemployed.

Additional Requirements

• Apply for only one trade of interest.
• Attach a cover letter, CV, academic certificates and transcripts, and a copy of your National ID.

Technical Skills

• Hospitality basics: a qualification in tourism, leisure or hospitality, as required.

Soft Skills

• Service: customer-service and professional conduct, built during the programme.

A stipend is payable, and apprentices who complete the programme are assessed for a UVTAB Level II Certificate, as stated in the advert.

• 150 places across eight hospitality and tourism trades.
• A recognised UVTAB Level II Certificate at the end.
• Stipend payable during training.
• Mentored, hands-on work in accredited facilities.
• Government-run programme open nationwide.
• Built for recent graduates who are unemployed.

Apply online through the official form: MTWA National Apprenticeship application form.

Deadline: 5:00pm, 17 November 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Questions: [email protected] (+256 200 780 431) or [email protected] (+256 414 230 740).

• Pick one trade only and say why you chose it.
• Scan your certificates, transcripts and National ID before you start the form.
• Check that your completion year falls between 2022 and 2026.
• Keep your cover letter short and specific.
• Submit before 5pm on 17 November 2026.