• Assist with surveys related to enabling institutional and policy environment • Assist with dissemination of knowledge and know how for priority species and landscapes • Assist in seed demand estimation for priority species. • Assist in seed source exploration and establishment for priority species • Assist in seed source development and field gene bank conservation in Uganda • Assist in maintaining networking with relevant institutions. • Supervise other technical staff of the project. • On coordination, liaison and capacity development • Participate in co-ordination meetings as required. • Assist and participate in the work of technical consultants/expert service providers. • Assist implementation of training activities. • Provide relevant assistance to stakeholders in the technical fields of the project • On managerial aspect: • Assist in procurement and development of physical infrastructure. • Assist in the administration of the project. • Assist and coordinate internal programme meetings as required. • Identify constraints in the implementation of activities and advise on possible solutions to overcom­ing such constraints

• At least M.Sc. in forestry or related field with postgraduate specialization in tree improvement, and with a broad understanding of tree seed procurement, seed sourcing and gene resource conservation. •A minimum of 6 years post-graduate working experience includes experience in research in tree improvement, tree seed procurement, tree seed sourcing and gene conservation; as well as institutional development in integrated tree genetic resource management. • Post-graduate studies in either of the three subjects and/or experience from similar positions elsewhere will be an additional advantage. • Experience in leading and providing technical guidance to national research and development projects /programmes in tree improvement, tree seed procurement and gene conservation is required.