Hyg Saf Sec Societal Env Qual
KAMPALA-COURSE VIEW TWRS(UGA)
Uganda

Job Description
• Manage a team of engineers and specialists to design, plan and implement a programmatic approach for rangeland components of the Tilenga Biodiversity Program. This shall be done in the context of implementing a suitable governance structure for MFCA which shall ensure the successful delivery of the Tilenga project net gain objectives as described in the Biodiversity Ecosystem Services Action Plan.
• Responsible for leading a team to secure necessary buy in and endorsement of an appropriate governance and financial framework to secure long term objectives of Tilenga Biodiversity Program as part of the objectives of protected area management plans as specified by Govt institutions.
Support the evaluation and update process for Murchison Falls National Park General Management Plan
• Manage the delivery of detailed design, planning and roll out of activities in a phased, collaborative approach designed to address threats to Murchison Falls Conservation Area. The activities shall incorporate initiatives and implementing partner(s) to support improvements in protected area management, tourism opportunities and development of community-based programs designed to support conservation efforts whilst creating lasting benefits for communities.
• The activities shall incorporate appropriate initiatives to be rolled out in consultation and partnership with Uganda Wildlife Authority, PAU, Implementing Partner(s), local leadership and community user group(s) and shall be aligned with Protected Area Management Plan(s) and regional development objectives.
Oversee the implementation of appropriate surveys, monitoring programs and evaluation activities for rangelands taking into account data from third party sources.
• Interface with the Biodiversity Methods Manager to ensure that mitigation hierarchy is rigorously applied for the Tilenga project direct and indirect impacts management (including those related to construction and operations activities inside Murchison Falls National Park)
• Responsible for overseeing the development of an appropriate monitoring and evaluation framework for rangelands in close collaboration with Biodiversity Methods Manager.
Provide technical inputs required by the Biodiversity Methods Manager to ensure appropriate survey design, monitoring & evaluation and reporting is undertaken for Rangelands in accordance with agreed KPIs.
• Represent Company at appropriate external forums pertaining to rangelands and protected area management subjects.
• Promote awareness, sensitization and capacity building of Company personnel, JVPs, regulatory authorities on the impact of emerging biodiversity related issues and in particular ones associated with rangelands, whether legislative or best practice.
Manage the process of developing, planning and implementing technical, operational, and strategic documents such as scopes of work, terms of references, proposals, concept notes, logical frameworks, management and action plans, presentations, amongst others.
• Liaise with other members of the biodiversity team, and other relevant departments to ensure full alignment during execution of the Tilenga Biodiversity Program.
• Provide necessary technical input to address aspects and recommendations raised by third parties including IUCN, IBLAC etc.
• Responsible for capturing and capacity building on ‘best practice’ rangeland management; rehabilitation, awareness and management at all levels.
• Ensure mitigation of the negative impacts and enhancement of positive impacts of the company’s activities on the environment, in line with IFC performance standards
Provide specialist advice in impact assessment on environmental matters in order that the company can demonstrate it’s commitment to sustainable development, ensure legal compliance and minimize the potential for litigation or damage to the company’s reputation.

Candidate profile
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation, Natural Resources Management, Ecology
• At least 10 year’s professional experience in conservation-based discipline.
• In-depth knowledge and demonstrated commitment to wildlife conservation and natural resource management.
• Knowledge of integrated landscapes and familiarity with sustainability issues is essential.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of national and international requirements and IFC standards,
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and solve problems effectively. Must have a strong drive for results with demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of team.
• Ability to work with a diverse range of stakeholders (at national and international level) and with communities.
• Ability to manage and effectively coordinate a multidisciplinary team.
• Negotiation, conflict management skills.
• Strong report writing and analytical skills.