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ABOUT OUR WORK
WHERE WE WORK
StartHub has programs across East Africa and physical presence in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
The StartHub Africa Certified Business Coach/Trainer Program is an opportunity for passionate individuals to become certified business mentors and join a diverse, multilingual network of educators across Uganda. This program equips you with advanced skills in business fundamentals, design thinking, and financial literacy, with a heavy emphasis on practical business development, enabling you to deliver high-quality and hands-on support to businesses.
Participants go through a structured process, including application, skills assessment, in-person training, and certification. Once certified, trainers become eligible for paid contracts with StartHub Africa, contributing to the growth of entrepreneurs and supporting Uganda’s vibrant startup ecosystem.
✅ Get trained and certified.
✅ Earn paid contracts as an official StartHub trainer.
✅ Join a diverse network of trainers across Uganda.
✅ Gain professional development and certification.
✅ You have experience in business coaching or training.
✅ You are a business owner passionate about sharing knowledge.
✅ You operate in Kampala, Jinja or Arua
✅ You are fluent in English or a local Ugandan language.
✅ You can attend a week long training (26th – 30th January) – accommodation and transport will be provided.
1️⃣ Apply Online: Fill out the application form
2️⃣ Presentation Task: Showcase your skills.
3️⃣ Training: Attend a week of in-person training in Kampala, Arua or Jinja.
4️⃣ Certification: Pass the assessment to become a certified trainer
5️⃣ Get Hired: Start receiving paid training gigs with StartHub Africa
What languages do you need? English, or various Ugandan languages
Is this a full-time job? It depends. Trainers are hired per project (some are full-time contracts, others are consulting contracts, i.e., based on training done). We can not guarantee placements.
How do I get certified? Complete training, earn badges, and pass the assessment
Do I need prior training experience? It’s preferred but not mandatory!
Do I have to pay for training? Training is free.
What will I train in? Business Fundamentals, Design Thinking, Financials and many more.

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