Embassy of Japan in Uganda

Consul Clerk Job

Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day

Job Details:

Position: Clerk

Section: Consul Clerk

Commencement date of appointment: 25th February 2026

Period: until 31st March 2027 and renewable yearly

Probation period: Three (3) to Six (6) months

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 17:15 (Lunch break: 12:30-13:30)

Qualifications and Requirements

• Holding a Bachelor’s degree or above.
• Ability to work in English and basic understanding of Japanese is highly preferred.
• Computer skills and proficiency in office computer tools especially Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
• Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Prior working experience in administrative/office position for at least 3 years.
• Non-Ugandan applicants are required to have a valid work permit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Processing visa applications
• Visa screening and review.
• Administrative procedures.
• Handling telephone inquiries.
• Responding to emails.
• Emergency response.
• Gathering information related to safety and security domestically and internationally.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Monthly Salary (determined based on experience and ability)
• Holidays (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays stipulated by the Embassy (21 days a year for 2026))
• Medical insurance (after probation period)

Please note:

Only those selected for the next step will be contacted.

• Processing visa applications
• Visa screening and review.
• Administrative procedures.
• Handling telephone inquiries.
• Responding to emails.
• Emergency response.
• Gathering information related to safety and security domestically and internationally.
• Other duties as assigned

• Ability to work in English and basic understanding of Japanese is highly preferred.
• Computer skills and proficiency in office computer tools especially Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
• Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

• Holding a Bachelor’s degree or above.
• Ability to work in English and basic understanding of Japanese is highly preferred.
• Computer skills and proficiency in office computer tools especially Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
• Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Prior working experience in administrative/office position for at least 3 years.
• Non-Ugandan applicants are required to have a valid work permit.