The Uganda Network on Law, Ethics and HIV/AIDS (UGANET) is a non-governmental organization established in 1995 with a mandate to contribute to national efforts to address human rights, ethical, and legal challenges arising in the context of health, HIV, and gender.
UGANET specializes in promoting social and legal protection for vulnerable and marginalized populations, with a particular focus on health rights, HIV, and gender equality. UGANET invites applications from qualified, committed, and motivated professionals to join her team in the following field positions:
Programme Area: Refugee Response / Field Operations
About the Opportunity
UGANET is recruiting 34 field staff across ten refugee settlements and host-community duty stations. Successful candidates will support programme implementation and field operations at their designated duty stations, working with refugee and host communities, service providers and partners.
Applicants should clearly indicate their preferred position and duty station in their application
Legal Officer | 6 positions
Duty Stations: Adjumani, Rhino Camp, Imvepi, Bidibidi, Nakivale and Kyangwali (1 per station)
Role Summary: Provide legal information and assistance within the programme’s mandate; support referrals and access to justice; document cases appropriately; and liaise with relevant legal and protection actors.
Education: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution. A Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Bar Course). Applicants MUST possess a valid Practicing Certificate.
Experience: At least two years’ experience in Legal Practice
How to apply: Send your application, including an updated CV, cover letter indicating your preferred position and duty station, and copies of relevant academic and professional documents, to applications@uganet.org.
Deadline: October 26, 2026
Applicants should use the email subject line: Application – [Position Title] – [Preferred Duty Station]. Applications must be submitted in Word or PDF format.
Review the full job descriptions, qualifications and application requirements before applying
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UGANET is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding, accountability and a safe working environment.
