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Reach 1,900+ qualified candidates across Kampala, Wakiso, Mukono, and beyond. Post your first job free, pay in UGX, and start hiring within 48 hours.

Why hire on GeraJobs in Uganda

1

Reach 17M+ Ugandans across Kampala, Wakiso, Mukono and the central region.

2

Free first post. Boosts from USh 25,000 reach 5x more candidates.

3

Settle payroll via MTN MoMo, Airtel Money, or bank transfer in Shillings.

Uganda Labour Market at a Glance

17.6 million workers
Workforce
USh 480,000
Avg. monthly salary
1,900+
Active candidates on GeraJobs
Kampala
Capital

Workforce data: Uganda Bureau of Statistics — National Labour Force Survey 2021

Top hiring sectors in Uganda

  • Agriculture & coffee
  • Construction
  • Banking & microfinance
  • NGO & development sector
  • IT & telecom

Compliance in Uganda

The Employment Act 2006 (Uganda) mandates written contracts above 6 months, NSSF social security contributions, and statutory annual leave of 21 working days.

Source: Uganda Employment Act 2006

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to post a job in Uganda?

Your first job post is free. Boost packages start from a small fee in UGX — pricing varies by reach (regional vs national vs sponsored). View live pricing on the pricing page.

What is the average salary I should offer in Uganda?

Average monthly salary across all sectors is USh 480,000. Tech, finance, and senior roles command 2-4x this baseline. Use the salary guide to benchmark by role.

How do I pay candidates in Uganda?

Uganda employers settle payroll through MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, bank transfer. GeraJobs supports all major local rails — there is no FX conversion if you pay in UGX.

What labour laws apply in Uganda?

The Employment Act 2006 (Uganda) mandates written contracts above 6 months, NSSF social security contributions, and statutory annual leave of 21 working days.

How quickly can I receive applications?

Most employers receive their first qualified application within 24-48 hours of publishing. Sponsored / boosted listings receive applications within hours.

Can I post in the local language?

Yes. Post titles and descriptions in English or English — candidates auto-translate listings.

Ready to hire in Uganda?

Post your first job free. No credit card. Receive applications within 48 hours.

GeraJobs is a job-search and recruitment platform that connects candidates with independent employers and recruiters. Gera is not the employer, recruiter, or hiring agent of record and is not party to any employment relationship — hiring decisions, job offers, and employment terms are solely between candidates and employers.