The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) is inviting applications from qualified, competent, and motivated Ugandans to fill several vacancies across its ICT, Innovation, Intellectual Property, Business Development, and Communications departments.
Whether you are a fresh graduate looking to kick-start your career or an experienced professional seeking your next opportunity, URSB offers positions that support innovation, intellectual property protection, business registration, and national development.
Application Deadline: Thursday, 6 August 2026
Available Vacancies
- Graduate Trainee – ICT & Innovation Department (2 Positions)
- Project Support Officer – Business Development (1 Position)
- Project Support Officer – Communication (1 Position)
- Project Support Officer – Patent Examination (5 Positions)
- Project Support Officer – Geographical Indications (2 Positions)
- Project Support Officer – Traditional Knowledge (2 Positions)
- Project Support Officer – Trademarks (Dispute Resolution) (4 Positions)
Job Summary
1. Graduate Trainee – ICT & Innovation (2 Positions)
This one-year graduate trainee programme is designed for recent ICT graduates who want practical experience in cloud infrastructure, networking, software development, cybersecurity, IT support, DevOps, and digital transformation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Science, Business Computing, or a related ICT discipline.
- Graduated within the last two years.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Interest in innovation and emerging technologies.
- Internship experience or ICT certifications are an added advantage.
2. Project Support Officer – Business Development (1 Position)
Support commercialization of intellectual property by assisting with business development initiatives, licensing opportunities, stakeholder engagement, research, and awareness activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Accounting, Law, Engineering, or related field.
- 3–5 years’ experience in business development.
- Strong research, analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
3. Project Support Officer – Communication (1 Position)
Support URSB’s communication strategy through content creation, media engagement, branding, public awareness campaigns, stakeholder communication, event coordination, and digital media management.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Communication Studies, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
- Excellent writing, editing, branding, media relations, and digital communication skills.
- Experience is not mandatory.
4. Project Support Officer – Patent Examination (5 Positions)
Conduct technical and scientific examination of patent applications while supporting innovation, intellectual property protection, research, and public advisory services.
Requirements
Applicants should possess an Honours Degree in fields such as:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Industrial Chemistry
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Physics
- Biochemistry
- Industrial Technology
- Related technical disciplines
No prior work experience is required.
5. Project Support Officer – Geographical Indications (2 Positions)
Support registration and examination of Geographical Indications while engaging producer groups, maintaining records, processing applications, and promoting awareness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Management, or related field.
- Strong customer service, research, and communication skills.
- No work experience required.
6. Project Support Officer – Traditional Knowledge (2 Positions)
Support research, documentation, community engagement, and protection of Uganda’s traditional knowledge systems and cultural heritage.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Sociology
- Law
- Social Anthropology
- Development Studies
- Social Work
- Public Health
- Library & Information Science
- Records Management
- Cultural Heritage Management
- Related disciplines
No work experience required.
7. Project Support Officer – Trademarks (Dispute Resolution) (4 Positions)
Support legal research, case management, dispute resolution, hearings, stakeholder coordination, and intellectual property dispute administration.
Requirements
- Honours Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
- Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice is an added advantage.
- Training in Intellectual Property Law or Alternative Dispute Resolution is desirable.
- No work experience required.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their applications through the URSB Online Recruitment Portal before the deadline.
Application Process:
- Visit the official URSB recruitment portal.
- Click Login as Applicant.
- Enter your email address and request an OTP.
- Verify your email using the OTP.
- Enter your National Identification Number (NIN).
- Complete your application and submit it before the closing date.
Application Deadline: Thursday, 6 August 2026