Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is a semi-autonomous body responsible for promoting, developing
and regulating the capital markets industry in Uganda, with the overall objectives of investor protection
and market efficiency. It was established in 1996 following the enactment of the Capital Markets
Authority Act (Cap 64) as amended.
Research & Market Development Department invites applications for a graduate trainee program
within its department. The candidate will gain hands-on experience in Market Development of the
capital markets including Report Writing, data analytics, risk assessment and Stakeholder Engagements
among other dynamic learning opportunities.
Eligibility Requirements: A Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, Business Administration
(Finance), Commerce or related disciplines with first class or upper second awarded in a period not
exceeding two (2) years by the date of application.
The desired candidate(s) should demonstrate strong interest in the capital markets industry, strong
intellectual skills with the ability to comprehend technical matters pertaining to the area of training and
demonstrate a high degree of social skills, self-awareness and self-motivation. The candidate(s) shall
demonstrate a high potential to progress to a level required for a substantive position at the Authority
by the end of the program.
Application Process: To apply, please send your application (in standard file types, namely Microsoft
Word or Adobe Acrobat (pdf) in a single attachment, which should not exceed 10MB) together with a
recent CV (with information on 3 referees) and copies of Academic Transcripts and/or Certificates by
5pm on Tuesday 27th January 2026
Applications should be sent to : careers@cmauganda.co.ug and addressed to:
The Director Human Resources & Administration
Capital Markets Authority,
8th Floor, Uganda Business Facilitation Centre
1 Baskerville Avenue Kololo
P. O. Box 24565
Kampala, Uganda
NOTE:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Your application will only be reviewed if you have fulfilled all the above stated requirements,
including submission of documents in standard file types. Zipped files, links and / or multiple
attachments are not acceptable.
