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Principal Environment Protection Officer

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

To coordinate and enforcement of environmental policies, laws, and programs for effective environment management.


Category: Environment and Natural Resources Total Positions: Location: Kampala, Uganda Full-time Salary: Attractive Posted 10 months ago
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.

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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.

HOW TO APPLY

Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.

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