Vacancy: Sector Manager
Deadline: August 23, 2024
About the Company: The National Forestry Authority (NFA) is a government agency dedicated to the sustainable development and management of Central Forest Reserves (CFRs) in Uganda. We aim to ensure a well-forested, ecologically stable, and economically prosperous Uganda. Our mission is to manage CFRs sustainably while providing high-quality forestry-related products and services to government bodies, local communities, and the private sector.
Position: Sector Manager (1 Position)
Reports to: Range Manager
Duty Station: Field-based; must be willing to work in hard-to-reach areas
Salary Scale: NFA 5
Terms of Employment: Three (3) year contract (Renewable)
Job Summary: The Sector Manager will implement forest management plans, guidelines, and procedures to ensure the protection and sustainable management of Central Forest Reserves.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Protect and sustainably manage Central Forest Reserves.
- Prepare and implement annual operating plans.
- Ensure generation of projected revenue and financial sustainability initiatives.
- Manage, monitor performance, and report all licensed activities within the sector CFRs and maintain an updated register.
- Plan and execute forest restoration and other affirmative silviculture operations.
- Organize and participate in stakeholder engagements with district local governments, sub-counties, and local communities.
- Initiate, implement, promote, and monitor collaborative forest management processes and other stakeholder partnerships.
- Ensure regular maintenance of NFA assets, forest boundaries, and other infrastructure.
- Develop and implement fire plans within the sector.
- Supervise, appraise, coach, mentor, and build staff capacity.
- Prepare situational, monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports.
- Undertake field support and supervision of seed collection, establishment, and protection of seed sources.
- Participate in periodic assessments of forests.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Honors’) in Forestry from a reputable institution.
- Minimum of three (3) years working experience in forestry management.
- Training in management is an added advantage.
- Minimum of twenty-eight (28) years of age.
- Strong leadership, management, interpersonal, team-building, and organizational skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage the supply chain for silviculture, harvesting operations, and logistics.
- Knowledge of human resource, financial management, and administration.
- High level of integrity, resilience, and reliability.
- Entrepreneurial ability and result-oriented work habits.
How to Apply: Submit your application with certified copies of academic certificates, transcripts, and CV including details of your education, qualifications, experience (with evidence), present salary, and three referees with their full postal addresses, emails, and telephone contacts. Applications can be sent to:
Email: recruit@nfa.go.ug
Postal Address:
The Executive Director
National Forestry Authority
Plot 10/20 Spring Road, Bugolobi
P.O. Box 70863, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0312 – 264035/6; 0414-360400
Vacancy: Transport Assistant
Deadline: August 23, 2024
About the Company: The National Forestry Authority (NFA) is committed to sustainable forest management and providing technical support within the forestry sub-sector, contributing to a greener and more economically stable Uganda.
Position: Transport Assistant (4 Positions)
Reports to: Transport Officer/Relevant Field Officer
Duty Station: Headquarter/Field-based; must be willing to work in hard-to-reach areas
Salary Scale: NFA 8
Terms of Employment: Three (3) year contract (Renewable)
Job Summary: The Transport Assistant will drive, maintain, and manage NFA vehicles while ensuring the safety of passengers in compliance with NFA Transport Policy and relevant regulations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive NFA vehicles as directed by the supervisor.
- Prepare and submit vehicle defects and repair requests timely.
- Ensure regular vehicle servicing and maintenance in accordance with the service chart.
- Maintain vehicle travel records and ensure they are authorized by the supervisor.
- Keep vehicle repair and maintenance records.
- Observe and comply with road safety and traffic laws.
- Ensure vehicles are in good running condition and clean.
- Maintain adequate cleaning supplies for the vehicle.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Minimum of Uganda Certificate of Education or equivalent.
- Valid Driving Permit of Classes B and CM/C.
- Competence driving test certificate is a MUST.
- CH, DL or DM/CIE, CE, D1, D1E, D or C1 class is an added advantage.
- Certificate in defensive driving or motor vehicle mechanics is an added advantage.
- Minimum of three (3) years working experience in a similar or related position.
- Minimum of thirty (30) years of age.
- Computer literate.
- Good decision-making, analytical, and communication skills.
- High level of integrity, resilience, and reliability.
- Self-respect, team-building, and organizational skills.
How to Apply: Submit your application with certified copies of academic certificates, transcripts, and CV including details of your education, qualifications, experience (with evidence), present salary, and three referees with their full postal addresses, emails, and telephone contacts. Applications can be sent to:
Email: recruit@nfa.go.ug
Postal Address:
The Executive Director
National Forestry Authority
Plot 10/20 Spring Road, Bugolobi
P.O. Box 70863, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0312 – 264035/6; 0414-360400
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