Reports to: Board of Directors
Relationships with:
Staff, department heads, directors, government ministries, agencies, Authorities, foreign missions, Airlines, ICAO, IATA, vendors and other stakeholders.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO who is the Accountable Manager for AOC & AMO, shall have full responsibility for the day-today operations of Uganda Airlines business in accordance with its strategic plan and operating and capital budgets as approved by the Board. The CEO is accountable to the Board of Directors, for the overall management of Uganda Airlines and for conformity with policies agreed upon by the Board, is responsible for leading and driving the safety and success of the Airline. The CEO will be the leader of the business and responsible for delivering and executing the Airlines’ strategy.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A bachelor’s degree in administration, Business Administration, Aviation Management, Engineering, Finance, Law, or any other business-related course. A master’s degree in any of the above fields. Training in any aviation-related disciplines will be an added advantage.
- 10+ years of Aviation Experience at senior management level (Executive Committee).
- Proven experience working closely with a Board of Directors in a corporate, public sector, or regulated environment.
- Clear understanding of:
- Airline economics and network planning
- The governing legal and Aviation regulatory frameworks
- Safety and risk management systems
- Financial management
- Operational performance improvement
- Strategic transformation and change management
- Demonstrable success as head of a key function with a track record of delivery against key goals and overcoming significant obstacles.
- High ethical standards, integrity, sound judgment and commitment to public accountability.
- Experience in managing a large work force at various levels.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
| Key Tasks | Standards / Outcomes Expected |
| 1.1 Strategy formation and implementation |
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HOW TO APPLY
Interested persons who meet the above criteria should download and fill the application form to provide details about how their experience is relevant to the duties and responsibilities described in the job description.
Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of the required academic documents
Submit your application to: directors@ugandairlines.com
Application Deadline: 2nd March 2026
