• Support planning and execution of field-based environmental activities such as tree planting, land restoration, and natural resource management.
• Mobilize and engage refugee and host community groups to actively participate in environmental conservation initiatives.
• Conduct sensitization and awareness sessions on sustainable environmental practices and climate change adaptation.
• Facilitate training for community-based facilitators and farmer field schools on nursery establishment, tree management, and soil and Water conservation.
• Support construction and dissemination of energy-saving technologies such as Lorena stoves and fuel-efficient devices.
• Participate in monitoring project sites to assess tree survival rates, tree protection, land restored, and adoption of improved practices.
• Collect environmental data, maintain records, and prepare weekly and monthly activity reports for the Environment Officer.
• Ensure project activities comply with URRI’s environmental standards and contribute to climate resilience objectives.
• Collaborate with district environment and forestry officers, local leaders, and partner agencies to harmonize environmental efforts.
• Account for distributed seedlings, tools, and materials used during environmental interventions.
• Support GIS/GPS mapping of restoration sites and tree planting areas for monitoring and reporting.
• Promote equitable participation of women, youth, and persons with disabilities in environmental activities.
• Assist in organizing logistics, procurement requests, and field requisitions related to environmental activities.
• Identify environmental risks, challenges, and propose mitigation measures in collaboration with the Environment Officer.
• Uphold URRI’s policies on environment, gender equality, and child protection throughout all interventions.

• Diploma in Environmental Science, Forestry, Natural Resource Management.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in environmental conservation or natural resource management in community or humanitarian settings.
• Practical experience in tree nursery management, ecosystem restoration, or community training.
• Knowledge of GIS/GPS tools, data collection, and basic report writing.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Application letters, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and photocopies of relevant academic documents such as transcripts, certificates, and testimonials, along with the contact details (including email addresses and daytime telephone numbers) of three referees – two of whom must be your former supervisors – should be addressed to: The Executive Director – CEFORD P.O. Box 303 Arua                                                                                  

Electronic applications having all the required documents combined as one pdf file should be emailed with the subject clearly marked “Name of Applicant-Position Applied- Location” to recruitment@ceford.or.ug All applications should reach the above address not later than Thursday 8th January, 2026 by 4:00PM. Late submission of applications and those not in one pdf file will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

NOTE: Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.