Call for Applications : Nomination of Ugandan Cadet Seafarers for an International Onboard Training Opportunity

1. Purpose

The Ministry of Works and Transport, through the Department of Maritime Administration, has been invited to nominate two (2 No.) Ugandan cadet candidates (1 male and 1 female) for an international onboard seafarer training opportunity. This Notice invites eligible Ugandan citizens to apply to be considered for nomination by the Ministry.

2. Who may apply

Applications are open to Ugandan citizens who are enrolled in an approved maritime training programme (deck, engine or electro-technical) and who meet the minimum requirements set out below.

3. Minimum requirements

Applicants must meet, or be able to demonstrate that they will meet before embarkation, the following requirements:

a) Age: over 18 years.
b) Passport: valid, with at least one year of validity remaining.
c) Seafarer’s Identity Document (Seaman’s Book): valid, with at least one year of validity remaining.
d) Medical fitness: a valid medical certificate confirming fitness to perform duties at sea, issued in accordance with STCW Regulation 1/9.
e) STCW Basic Training in accordance with Regulation VI/1 and Section A-VI/1 of the STCW Code, covering: Personal Survival Techniques (PST); Fire Prevention and Firefighting (FPFF); Elementary First Aid (EFA); and Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR).
f) Security Awareness Training.
g) Basic Tanker Training (where applicable).
h) Proficiency in English, oral and written, evidenced by successful completion of the Marlins English Test.
i) Vaccination: Yellow Fever vaccination is required; COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not mandatory.

4. Documents to be submitted

Each application must include the following:

a) A signed application letter addressed to the Ag. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works and Transport, expressing interest and stating the applicant’s current training programme and institution.
b) A copy of the applicant’s valid passport (biodata page).
c) A copy of the applicant’s National Identification Card.
d) A copy of the Seafarer’s Identity Document (Seaman’s Book).
e) Copies of all certificates and documents verifying that the applicant meets the requirements in paragraph 3, including the STCW Basic Training certificates, Security Awareness certificate, medical certificate, Marlins English Test result, and the yellow fever vaccination record.
f) A letter or certificate from the applicant’s maritime training institution confirming current enrolment, the programme being pursued and the expected completion date.
g) A valid email address and telephone number for communication.

5. How to apply

Applications, with all the documents listed in paragraph 4, should be submitted electronically as a single PDF file to: maritimeadmin@works.go.ug, with the subject line “Application for Cadet Nomination“.

6. Deadline

All applications must be received not later than 30 November 2026. Late, incomplete, or unsigned applications will not be considered.

7. Assessment and nomination

The Ministry of Works and Transport will review all applications and determine applicants’ eligibility and the candidates to be put forward for nomination. Submitting an application does not guarantee nomination, and nomination does not guarantee selection, which the programme organisers determine. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Any additional information or documentation may be requested for by the Ministry as needed.

To read more, click on the following link : Marine notice _Call for Applications_Nomination of Ugandan Cadet Seafarers for an International Onboard Training Opportunity