Karuma

Date Established

1964 Previously a Controlled Hunting Area 1962.

Geographical Location

Western Uganda, adjoining Murchison Falls National Park to the north. Approximately r50’N, 3r45’E.

Altitude 900m – 1,300m

Area 675km² (82,000ha); contiguous to Murchison Falls National Park 3877km² (384,000ha) and Bugungu Wildlife Reserve 473km² (52,000ha)

Physical Features

This is an area of gentle relief crossed by several watercourses, south of the Victoria Nile.

Vegetation

The savanna grasslands are dominated by elephant grass Pennisetum purpureurn and Hyparrhenia rufa with isolated forest and savanna trees representing remnants of former forest cover. It is bordered to the southwest by a forested zone.

Fauna

Species similar to those in Murchison Falls National Park include elephant Loxodonta africana, giraffe Giraffa carrielopardalis, buffalo Syncerus caffer, and many antelope species. Large numbers of animals move in herds to and from Murchison Falls National Park.

How to apply for the Job listed ?

1. Apply through this link: https://hrmis.ugandawildlife.org:8081/

2. Follow the above link:

Signup to create an account. If you already have an account, go to login
Proceed to create the candidate profile and save
Continue to HOME, select the job you are interested in, view and click on apply.

3. Applicants are required to scan and attach certified copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Degree certificate and transcript, Diploma, UACE and UCE certificates

4. Academic documents for all the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Authority.

5. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Executive Director

Uganda Wildlife Authority

Plot 7 Kira Road, Kamwokya

P.O.Box 3530

KAMPALA

Word from the Executive Director

Welcome to the official website of the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). I am honored to serve as the Executive Director of this remarkable institution, entrusted with the stewardship of Uganda’s unique and diverse wildlife heritage.

Uganda’s protected areas are home to some of the world’s most iconic species and landscapes, from the mountain gorillas in the misty forests of Bwindi, to the roaring waterfalls of Murchison, the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and the snow-capped peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains. These natural wonders are not only vital to our national identity but also to our economy, environment, and global biodiversity.

At UWA, we are committed to conserving wildlife and ecosystems through inclusive, innovative, and science-led approaches. We place a strong emphasis on community involvement, tourism development, environmental education, and combating wildlife crime. Our mandate goes beyond protection, it includes ensuring that wildlife conservation contributes to the well-being of communities and the sustainable development of our nation.

This website is a gateway to understanding our work, accessing real-time information, and discovering how you can support conservation efforts. Whether you are a tourist, researcher, investor, conservation partner, or passionate citizen, we invite you to engage with us and be part of this shared responsibility.

Together, let us ensure that Uganda’s wildlife and wild places continue to thrive for us and for future generations.

Conserving for Generations

Dr. James Musinguzi, PhD

Executive Director