• Assessing conflict hotspots to identify areas where human-wildlife conflict is frequent or likely and make necessary recommendations. • Developing and implement strategies to prevent or reduce Human Wildlife Conflict (e.g., barriers, early warning systems) in line with national plans, policies, guidelines, strategies. • iii. Coordinate rapid response to wildlife incursions, such as crop raids or predator attacks on livestock. • Raising awareness among stakeholders and the public about the importance of wildlife and the benefits of conservation efforts and educating local communities about non-lethal deterrents to promote coexistence, attitude change and encourage peaceful coexistence with wildlife. • Providing guidance to communities on procedures to access compensation schemes for wildlife-related losses. • Supporting the implementation of the National Plan for management of wildlife outside protected areas. • vii. Supporting UWA in establishment and maintenance of a human wildlife conflict database. • viii. Building the capacity of local communities, Local Governments and communities in the management of vermin and problem animals.

• Education • An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Social Work and Social Administration, Community Development, Development Studies or Social Sciences from a recognised University/Institution. • A post graduate qualification in management is an added advantage • Experience • At least three (3) years of working experience in social work and community development in national or international projects or reputable organisation • Working experience with the Government of Uganda donor-supported projects is an added advantage • iii. Experience in Community Conservation Education and Awareness, Human-Wildlife Conflict Management, Revenue Sharing Program Management and Community conservation-based Enterprise Development. • Knowledge and Skills • Conversant with community conservation principles and practices. ii. Demonstrated background in research and development initiatives. • Up to date with the latest best available practices relating to human wildlife conflict mitigation and management. • Proficiency in computer literacy. • iii. Excellent comprehension of policies, and ability to extract synthesize key information related to specific topics. • Excellent critical thinking skills, able to critically assess work for errors of omission and commission. • Communication skills • Able to work with diverse groups of stakeholders in remote areas. • Personal Attributes • Honesty and integrity. • Ability to work long hours voluntarily when necessary. iii. Ability to gather and analyze information effectively. • Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. v. Strong interpersonal relations • Team player