Uganda Airlines Salaries and Allowances (2024/2025 Salary Scale)
Uganda Airlines has been a focal point for discussions regarding its salary structure, which has raised eyebrows among both the public and government officials.
Here’s a detailed look into the salaries at Uganda Airlines:
Uganda Airlines Salaries of Key Positions
- CEO: The Chief Executive Officer earns UGX 87 million per month.
- Chief Financial Officer: Takes home UGX 73 million monthly.
- Director of Maintenance: Earns UGX 80 million per month.
- Manager of Finance: Receives UGX 58 million monthly.
- Manager of ICT: Earns UGX 36 million per month.
- Human Resource Manager: Takes home UGX 43 million monthly.
- Manager of Cargo: Receives UGX 14 million per month.
- Manager of Quality Assurance: Earns UGX 43 million monthly.
Uganda Airlines Pilot Salaries
Pilots at Uganda Airlines have varying salaries depending on their aircraft type and experience:
- Senior Pilots: Earn between UGX 50 million and UGX 60 million per month.
- International Recruits: Some pilots were initially earning up to USD 13,000 monthly, but negotiations have reduced this to around USD 10,000.
Comparisons and Concerns
The high salaries at Uganda Airlines have sparked debates, especially given the financial losses reported by the airline. In the financial year 2020-2021, the airline made a loss of UGX 164 billion.
This disparity in salaries and financial performance has led to calls for a review and audit of the salary structures to ensure fairness and sustainability.
Context and Reactions
The public and several members of parliament have expressed concern over the high remuneration packages, especially when compared to other public sector salaries in Uganda.
For instance, the highest paid public servant, the Head of Public Service, earns UGX 18 million per month, significantly lower than many positions within Uganda Airlines.
Efforts for Reform
In response to these concerns, Uganda Airlines has initiated a review of its salary structures. This includes audits to align the salaries more closely with the financial health of the airline and industry standards.
The review aims to address the irregularities and ensure that the pay scales are justifiable and sustainable in the long run.
The disparities in salaries within Uganda Airlines have ignited discussions on wage fairness and the need for comprehensive salary reviews across various sectors in Uganda.
The ongoing audits and reviews are steps towards addressing these issues and achieving a balanced salary structure that reflects the airline’s performance and market standards.