How Headhunting Works in Uganda
- Role briefing: Deep dive to understand role, culture, and ideal candidate profile
- Market mapping: Identify all potential candidates across Uganda and East Africa
- Discreet approach: Contact identified candidates confidentially — not by advertising
- Candidate assessment: Interview, reference check, assess shortlisted candidates
- Client presentation: Present shortlist of 3–5 assessed candidates with detailed profiles
- Interview facilitation: Arrange and support client interviews
- Offer negotiation: Facilitate salary and package negotiation
Executive Search Fees Uganda
| Fee Model | Typical Rate |
|---|---|
| Retained search (senior roles) | 25%–33% of first year compensation |
| Contingency (mid-senior) | 15%–20% of first year salary on placement |
| Flat fee (volume recruitment) | UGX 2M–8M per role |
Where to Find Senior Talent Uganda
- LinkedIn Uganda — largest professional network
- NGO networks — USAID, GIZ, UN alumni are high-quality candidates
- Professional associations — ICPAU (accountants), UIPE (engineers), IHRM (HR)
- Uganda diaspora — professionals in UK, USA, UAE returning home
- East Africa regional networks — Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda talent mobile to Uganda