The UNDP Youth Digital Skills Program

Skills for Digital Jobs Program – Empowering Ugandan Youth with Advanced Digital Skills

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with Refactory Academy, is calling on young people aged 18 – 35 across Uganda to apply for a fully sponsored opportunity to gain advanced digital skills that are shaping the global job market.

This initiative, titled “Skills for Digital Jobs,” is designed to equip 150 young Ugandans with advanced competencies in fields such as Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Software Development, and more, with a structured pathway into employment or entrepreneurship. Each course is aligned with employer and industry needs and includes mentorship and industry exposure. The program will prioritize gender inclusion (60% female participation) and ensure rural reach, targeting youth from underserved and underrepresented areas of Uganda. 

What you will gain:

  • Advanced skills in high-demand digital fields    
  • Courses aligned with employer and industry needs    
  • Mentorship from industry professionals    
  • Industry exposure  

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this program, you must meet the following criteria:    

Age: 18-35 years    

Gender Goal: 60% Female, 40% Male    

Location: Rural and Urban Uganda    

Skills Requirement: Basic digital literacy, a strong interest in building a digital career and the ability to commit your time.

Tools: A functional computer and stable internet.

Program Start dates

Web development (Python/JavaScript): 2nd May

Advanced Programs (Data Science, Product Design, Apprenticeship): 2nd June    

Cyber Security, AI/ML, Blockchain, Cloud Computing: 7th July    

How to Apply

  1. Apply for the Course: Visit our Programs Page and apply for the course of interest.
  2. Apply for Funding: Return to this page and complete the funding application via Here

About the funding partner

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the leading United Nations organization committed to ending injustices of poverty, inequality, and climate change globally. Working with a broad network of experts and partners in over 170 countries, UNDP helps nations build integrated and lasting solutions for people and the planet. UNDP is dedicated to supporting Uganda to achieve sustainable development, create opportunities for empowerment, protect the environment, minimize natural and human-caused disasters, build strategic partnerships, and improve the quality of life for all citizens.

www.undp.org/uganda

Refactory is a Tech skilling Academy. We are the industry’s blueprint for hiring software talent.

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