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Coxwain

Uganda Wildlife Authority

Job Type
Full Time
Category
Transport
Contract
Permanent (4 Years)
Deadline
23rd January 2026
Location
Kampala

About Uganda Wildlife Authority

Uganda Wildlife Authority, (UWA) manages 10 National Parks; 12 Wildlife reserves; 5 Community Wildlife Management Areas; and 13 Wildlife Sanctuaries. The ten National Parks include Queen Elizabeth, Lake Mburo, Murchison Falls, Kidepo Valley, Kibale, Mount Elgon, Rwenzori Mountains, Semuliki, Mgahinga Gorilla, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Parks. These parks display the best in East Africa. Their Rift Valley landscapes and tropical forests make dramatic backdrops to an extensive variety of flora and fauna. Explore the wild Kidepo Valley; spot Queen Elizabeth’s tree-climbing lions; trek up the Virunga Volcanoes; summit the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains; take on Bwindi’s “impenetrable forest”; learn ancient tribal traditions and crafts – or just relax at your lodge surrounded by the wonderful sights and sounds of Africa's most hospitable destination.

Job Description

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is seeking a Coxwain to operate marine vessels in safe and effective manner and ensure the safety of passengers

Responsibilities

  • Anchoring and de-anchoring the vesse

  • Operating and steering the boat/ ferryProviding safety of passengers, property and vehicles on BoardKeeping and maintaining records and logbooks / sheets for all trips

  • Providing routine checks of fuel/ oil and other working toolsMaintaining the vessel in a good mechanical condition and ensure its cleanliness

  • Reporting any observed navigational hazardsFollowing safety procedures in order to ensure the protection of passengers, cargo and vessels

  • Issuing directions for loading, unloading and seating in boats

Requirements

  • Uganda Certificate of Education and a Certificate in Marine Operations from a recognized institution. 

  • Must have completed a six months course in Marine Rescue and swimming, crowd management and passenger safety

  • At least three (3) years’ relevant experience in operating and maintaining boats/ ferries from a recognized organization.

  • Proven ability to maneuver water vessels under different weather conditions

  • Planning, organizing and coordinating

  • Communicating effectively

  • Ethics an integrity

  • Concern for quality and standards

  • Accountability

  • Time management

  • Customer care skills  

  • Interpersonal skills

How to Apply

 

1.   Apply through this link: https://hrmis.ugandawildlife.org:8081/

2.   Follow the above link:

a)   Signup to create an account. If you already have an account, go to login

b)   Proceed to create the candidate profile and save

c)   Continue to HOME, select the job you are interested in, view and click on apply.

3.   Applicants are required to scan and attach certified copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Degree certificate and transcript, Diploma, UACE and UCE certificates

4.   Academic documents for all the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Authority.

5.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

 

The Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 23rd January 2026 at 5:00pm.

 

The Executive Director

Uganda Wildlife Authority

Plot 7 Kira Road, Kamwokya

P.O.Box 3530

KAMPALA

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