Job Title: Senior Programme Office Environment and Natural Resources (SPO-ENR)
Job Description
Environmental Alert (EA) is a Ugandan Non-Governmental Organisation established in 1988 and promotes sustainable agriculture and natural resources management for sustainable livelihoods through supporting community development and policy lobbying and advocacy.
EA seeks to fill two vacant positions: Senior Programme Office Environment and Natural Resources (SPO-ENR)
Senior Programme Office Environment and Natural Resources (SPO-ENR)
Duty station: EA’s Kampala Office (Located in Kabalagala) with frequent (40% of time) travel to EA’s programme areas in the rest of the country
The SPO-ENR is responsible for the technical implementation of EA’s Environment, Natural Resources and climate change programme and reports to the Programme Manager. S/he is responsible for guiding, supervising and supporting the Programme and project Officers, Programme and Project Assistants in implementing the environment and natural resources programme. The SPO-ENR will specifically:
* Lead the implementation of the EA’s Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change Programme.
* Facilitate linkages in with government and non-governmental institutions and programmes.
* Design and lead policy engagements in the Environment and Natural Resources Sector at local and national government levels.
* Plan and implement an efficient environment and natural resources programme monitoring and evaluation regime.
* Play an active role in developing EA’s Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change programme.
* Assist the Programme Manager in planning and resource mobilisation for the Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change programme.
Requirement:
Essential requirements:
* Relevant Masters of Science Degree ( agriculture or natural resources) or a Bachelors Degree and long experience in environment and natural resources is a minimum requirement.
* At least 5 years’ experience in programme implementation, with two years successful experience working with rural communities in management of natural resources.
* A good understanding of Uganda’s environment and natural resources policies and policy process and excellent skills in policy analysis.
* Strong conceptual ability, excellent writing and communication skills.
* Experience in monitoring and evaluation.
* Computer literacy and skills is a MUST.
Experience: 5
Female Candidates are encouraged to Apply Only short listed candidates will be contacted by 8th March 2012.
How to Apply
Apply: EA is an equal opportunity employer and the two positions are available for filling at the earliest possible opportunity. Apply to the Executive Director, Environmental Alert, P.O. Box 11259, Kampala. Uganda. Or E-mail to Executive.Director@envalert.org or hand deliver to Plot 475/523, Sonko Lane, Kabalagala Behind ‘Kirabo Kya Maria’ Building (off Gaba Road).Applications should be delivered not later than 23rd February 2012. The application should include an application letter describing why you believe you are best suited for the job (no more than two pages), a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials, phone number, e-mail address and names of three referees.
Job Description
Environmental Alert (EA) is a Ugandan Non-Governmental Organisation established in 1988 and promotes sustainable agriculture and natural resources management for sustainable livelihoods through supporting community development and policy lobbying and advocacy.
EA seeks to fill two vacant positions: Senior Programme Office Environment and Natural Resources (SPO-ENR)
Senior Programme Office Environment and Natural Resources (SPO-ENR)
Duty station: EA’s Kampala Office (Located in Kabalagala) with frequent (40% of time) travel to EA’s programme areas in the rest of the country
The SPO-ENR is responsible for the technical implementation of EA’s Environment, Natural Resources and climate change programme and reports to the Programme Manager. S/he is responsible for guiding, supervising and supporting the Programme and project Officers, Programme and Project Assistants in implementing the environment and natural resources programme. The SPO-ENR will specifically:
* Lead the implementation of the EA’s Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change Programme.
* Facilitate linkages in with government and non-governmental institutions and programmes.
* Design and lead policy engagements in the Environment and Natural Resources Sector at local and national government levels.
* Plan and implement an efficient environment and natural resources programme monitoring and evaluation regime.
* Play an active role in developing EA’s Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change programme.
* Assist the Programme Manager in planning and resource mobilisation for the Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change programme.
Requirement:
Essential requirements:
* Relevant Masters of Science Degree ( agriculture or natural resources) or a Bachelors Degree and long experience in environment and natural resources is a minimum requirement.
* At least 5 years’ experience in programme implementation, with two years successful experience working with rural communities in management of natural resources.
* A good understanding of Uganda’s environment and natural resources policies and policy process and excellent skills in policy analysis.
* Strong conceptual ability, excellent writing and communication skills.
* Experience in monitoring and evaluation.
* Computer literacy and skills is a MUST.
Experience: 5
Female Candidates are encouraged to Apply Only short listed candidates will be contacted by 8th March 2012.
How to Apply
Apply: EA is an equal opportunity employer and the two positions are available for filling at the earliest possible opportunity. Apply to the Executive Director, Environmental Alert, P.O. Box 11259, Kampala. Uganda. Or E-mail to Executive.Director@envalert.org or hand deliver to Plot 475/523, Sonko Lane, Kabalagala Behind ‘Kirabo Kya Maria’ Building (off Gaba Road).Applications should be delivered not later than 23rd February 2012. The application should include an application letter describing why you believe you are best suited for the job (no more than two pages), a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials, phone number, e-mail address and names of three referees.
