Public Management and Leadership Programme 2027 in Uganda: Applications Open for a Four-Month Hybrid Training Opportunity

Overview

The Public Management and Leadership Programme 2027 is a four-month training initiative delivered through the American Center Kampala in collaboration with the Franklin Institute. Based in Kampala, Uganda, the programme features a hybrid format designed for active public managers and public service professionals who want to strengthen their leadership, management, and institutional change-making skills. The schedule includes monthly in-person sessions held in Kampala and weekly online sessions taking place on Wednesdays from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Who can apply

Applications are open to active public managers and individuals currently engaged in public service management who are committed to continuous learning and improving public service delivery. Eligible candidates must have leadership experience or demonstrate the ability to lead positive change, such as through coordinating teams, managing projects, or contributing to institutional reforms. Participants must also be available to commit consistently to both the physical and virtual components of the training throughout the four-month duration.

What you get

Participants engage in a structured training experience aimed at improving public service delivery and developing professional capabilities. The hybrid curriculum helps managers become more effective decision-makers, improve organizational performance, and contribute to responsive, accountable, and citizen-focused institutions. The format also offers opportunities to engage with other professionals working in public service, enabling peer learning and professional networking while remaining active in current professional responsibilities.

Key dates

The application deadline is 30 October 2026. The training takes place over a four-month period in 2027, featuring monthly in-person sessions and weekly online sessions on Wednesdays from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.