Research and Market Development Officer job at Capital Markets Authority
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Mar-07
Location: Kampala
Research and Market Development Officer 2026-03-06T20:01:44+00:00 Capital Markets Authority https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_3348/logo/Capital%20Markets%20Authority%20(CMA).jpg https://cmauganda.co.ug/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Financial Services Accounting & Finance, Business Operations, Civil & Government, Research 2020-03-16T17:00:00+00:00 8 Description The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is hiring a Research & Market Development Officer to support growth in Ugandaâs capital markets by transforming complex data into actionable insights.Gig Economy Resources Reports to Director Research and Market Development Key Responsibilities / Deliverables - Conduct comprehensive gap analyses and surveys to identify bottlenecks in Ugandaâs capital markets and propose data-driven reforms.
- Undertake action-based research to demonstrate the business case for market-based financing among external stakeholders.
- Research and identify opportunities for new capital markets instruments to deepen and diversify the Ugandan market.
- Develop evidence-based research papers that directly support the evolution and reform of the existing regulatory framework.
- Monitor global technological trends to ensure Ugandaâs capital markets remain competitive and secure.
- Communicate research findings to intermediaries, industry/trade associations and professional bodies on the existence and benefits of market-based financing, and investing in capital markets.
- Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Person Specifications Education and Training - An upper second- or first-class Bachelorâs degree from a recognized institution/university in:Primary & Secondary Schooling (K-12)
- Economics
- Statistics
- Commerce
- Business Administration (Finance)
- Or any other related subject
Skills and Experience - At least one (1) yearâs relevant work experience, preferably in the capital markets industry, with broad knowledge or interest in capital markets.
Business Behaviour - Good report writing skills
- A high level of integrity and professionalism
- Ability to initiate projects and read extensively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Communications & Media Studies
- Ability to manage effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated and results driven
- Works easily within and with teams
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Ability to interpret legislation and policy
- Computer literacy, i.e., proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Conduct comprehensive gap analyses and surveys to identify bottlenecks in Ugandaâs capital markets and propose data-driven reforms.
- Undertake action-based research to demonstrate the business case for market-based financing among external stakeholders.
- Research and identify opportunities for new capital markets instruments to deepen and diversify the Ugandan market.
- Develop evidence-based research papers that directly support the evolution and reform of the existing regulatory framework.
- Monitor global technological trends to ensure Ugandaâs capital markets remain competitive and secure.
- Communicate research findings to intermediaries, industry/trade associations and professional bodies on the existence and benefits of market-based financing, and investing in capital markets.
- Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.
- Good report writing skills
- A high level of integrity and professionalism
- Ability to initiate projects and read extensively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated and results driven
- Works easily within and with teams
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Ability to interpret legislation and policy
- Computer literacy, i.e., proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- An upper second- or first-class Bachelorâs degree from a recognized institution/university in: Economics, Statistics, Commerce, Business Administration (Finance), Or any other related subject
JOB-69ab32a83fa1b Vacancy title: Research and Market Development Officer Jobs at: Capital Markets Authority Deadline of this Job: Monday, March 16 2020 Duty Station: Kampala | Kampala Summary Date Posted: Friday, March 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS:
Description The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is hiring a Research & Market Development Officer to support growth in Ugandaâs capital markets by transforming complex data into actionable insights.Gig Economy Resources Reports to Director Research and Market Development Key Responsibilities / Deliverables - Conduct comprehensive gap analyses and surveys to identify bottlenecks in Ugandaâs capital markets and propose data-driven reforms.
- Undertake action-based research to demonstrate the business case for market-based financing among external stakeholders.
- Research and identify opportunities for new capital markets instruments to deepen and diversify the Ugandan market.
- Develop evidence-based research papers that directly support the evolution and reform of the existing regulatory framework.
- Monitor global technological trends to ensure Ugandaâs capital markets remain competitive and secure.
- Communicate research findings to intermediaries, industry/trade associations and professional bodies on the existence and benefits of market-based financing, and investing in capital markets.
- Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Person Specifications Education and Training - An upper second- or first-class Bachelorâs degree from a recognized institution/university in:Primary & Secondary Schooling (K-12)
- Economics
- Statistics
- Commerce
- Business Administration (Finance)
- Or any other related subject
Skills and Experience - At least one (1) yearâs relevant work experience, preferably in the capital markets industry, with broad knowledge or interest in capital markets.
Business Behaviour - Good report writing skills
- A high level of integrity and professionalism
- Ability to initiate projects and read extensively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Communications & Media Studies
- Ability to manage effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated and results driven
- Works easily within and with teams
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Ability to interpret legislation and policy
- Computer literacy, i.e., proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 12 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure Interested in applying for this job? cmauganda.co.ug&form%5Bvalid-to%5D=Monday,%20March%2016%202020">Click here to submit your application now.
Interested candidates should send (in standard file types, namely Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) in a single attachment not exceeding 10MB) their applications together with: - A recent CV (with 3 references)
- Copies of academic transcripts and/or certificates
Deadline: Monday 16th March, BEFORE 5:00 PM Applications should be sent And addressed to: The Director Human Resources & Administration Capital Markets Authority 8th Floor, Uganda Business Facilitation Centre 1 Baskerville Avenue, Kololo P. O. Box 24565 Kampala, Uganda Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Your application will only be reviewed if you have fulfilled all the above stated requirements, including submission of documents in standard file types. Zipped files, links and/or multiple attachments are not acceptable.
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