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Principal Environment Protection Officer

Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
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National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)

Environment and Natural Resources Total Positions: Location: Kampala, Uganda Full-time Salary: Attractive Posted 1 year ago
To coordinate and enforcement of environmental policies, laws, and programs for effective environment management.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare and execute enforcement plans, for environment protection; • Coordinate effective deployment of law enforcement personnel to conduct surveillance and other enforcement activities; • Enforce compliance with environmental legislation for sustainable environment protection; • Recommend and coordinate capacity building programs for Environment Protection Force personnel; • Conduct regular monitoring of ecosystems and resources to prevent and mitigate environmental degradation; • Collaborate with Lead Agencies, Local Communities, Security Agencies and other stakeholders to promote environmental awareness and participation in conservation activities; • Identify and assess environmental risks, develop strategies for risk mitigation, and manage incidents; • Contribute to the development of long-term environmental protection strategies and plans, • Supervise and manage performance of Environment Protection Officers; • Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Honor’s Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field of Law, Psychology, Criminology or Environment and Natural Resources or Social Science or Natural Sciences or Business Administration or Development Studies from a recognized University or Institution • A Master’s Degree in the relevant field of Law, Psychology, Criminology or Environment and Natural Resources or Social Science or Natural Sciences or Development Studies or Business Administration from a recognized University or Institution. • Must have undergone military training enforcement related Certificate of Good Conduct issued by Interpol. • EXPERIENCE • At least six (6) years working experience in law enforcement activities from a reputable organization two (2) of which should have been at Senior Officer level. • COMPETENCES AND SKILLS • Leadership, team building and supervision skills • Knowledge and skills in Information Communication Technology • Ability to build relations and networks • Strong analytical, operational and managerial skills • Knowledge and skills in intelligence and investigation • Good communication skills • Good interpersonal, analytical skills and coordination skills • Good Time management • Ethical conduct, integrity and confidentiality • Accountability • Good writing and reporting skills • Planning, organizing and coordinating various assignments • NOTE: Potential candidates should fill the attached form, attaching requisite academic transcripts and certificates . The form should be submitted to ed@nema.go.ug not later than 14th August 2025 at 5:00 P.M.
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