• Conduct forest planning including strategic, operational and forest inventories for selected stakeholders. • Contribute to valuation of forest plantations. • Train forest owners and their employees in plantation development and wood processing skills courses (1 day to 5 days courses). • Participate in the development of forest guidelines and promote their use to achieve Best Operating Practices (BOP). • Plan and coordinate forestry related field days, on-site training, demonstrations and stakeholder exchange visits. • Conduct regular monitoring visits to ensure quality plantation standards are maintained. • Facilitate formation and strengthening of aggregated wood processor groups. • Support timber grading operations to ensure adherence to the national timber grading standards. • Support UTGA members in establishment and management of forest resources to desired standards. • Develop training materials and management information for staff and UTGA members. • Contribute to UTGA’s research agenda. • Implement and report on UTGA projects activities including where UTGA is an implementing partner. • Oversee the forest restoration activities of UTGA. • Represent UTGA in stakeholder engagements. • Any other duties that may enhance the smooth running of the organization as may be assigned by your supervisor.

• Minimum Requirements • A Bachelor university degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or any related qualifications. • At least 5 years of proven experience in commercial forestry, sustainable forest management, and natural resources management of small to medium-scale tree growers in Uganda. • Must be a Ugandan National. • Full proficiency/Working knowledge of English. (Level C) • Online job training • FAO Core Competencies • Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement • Technical/Functional Skills • Solid experience in Forest Management, processing and training in Uganda. • Experience in forestry certification and standards is an added advantage • Previous experience working with international partners on related assignments. • Selection Criteria • A postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage.