POSITION: Planning Officer (1 POSITION)
Location: Headquarters Kampala Supervisor: Coordinator Policy and Planning.
Salary Scale: NFA 4
Terms of Employment: Three (3) year contract (Renewable)

Job summary: To collect, analyze and process statistical data and information for planning, budgeting, reporting and policy development.

Responsibilities and tasks
• Prepare statistical, budget and performance reports.
• Initiate the preparation and formulation of annual estimates of income and expenditure and operating plans.
• Collect and analyze data relevant for planning and budgeting purposes.
• Liaise with department and unit heads to provide input for NFA’s long term plans.
• Participate in formulation and review of Forest management plans for respective the CFR’s.
• Prepare planning and reporting guidelines for the Institution.
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Prepare quarterly and annual budget performance reports.
• Contribute to income generating and sustainability initiatives of NFA.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications, work experience and interpersonal attributes/competences
• Bachelor’s degree (Honors) in Economics or Commerce from a reputable institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years working experience in a similar or related position.
• Minimum of thirty (30) years of age.
• Planning and coordination skills.
• Concern for quality, standards and accountability.
• Records and information management.
• Excellent writing and result oriented.