Consul Clerk
Embassy of Japan in Uganda
About Embassy of Japan in Uganda
Job Description
Commencement date of appointment: 25th February 2026
Period: until 31st March 2027 and renewable yearly
Probation period: Three (3) to Six (6) months
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 17:15 (Lunch break: 12:30-13:30)
Benefits:
Monthly Salary (determined based on experience and ability)
Holidays (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays stipulated by the Embassy (21 days a year for 2026))
Medical insurance (after probation period)
Responsibilities
- Processing visa applications
- Visa screening and review.
- Administrative procedures.
- Handling telephone inquiries.
- Responding to emails.
- Emergency response.
- Gathering information related to safety and security domestically and internationally.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Holding a Bachelor’s degree or above.
- Ability to work in English and basic understanding of Japanese is highly preferred.
- Computer skills and proficiency in office computer tools especially Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
- Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
- Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
- The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- Prior working experience in administrative/office position for at least 3 years.
- Non-Ugandan applicants are required to have a valid work permit.
How to Apply
Register in Entry Form by 25th February 2026. Entry Form
Send your complete resume/C.V. to ryoji@kp.mofa.go.jp by 25th February 2026.
Subject of the email should be “Application - YOUR NAME(Consul)”
Please note:
Only those selected for the next step will be contacted.
Please DO NOT make inquiries to the Embassy on the phone.
The successful candidate will be required to produce a letter of good conduct from Uganda Police.