The National Environment Management Authority (hereinafter called “NEMA”) was established under the National Environment Act, Cap.153 in May 1995 and continued under the National Environment Act No.5 of 2019 as the principal agency for environment management in Uganda charged with regulating, supervising and coordinating all activities relating to the environment.

Job Summary: To support development and implementation of Plans, Strategies and Initiatives to encourage proactive and innovative approaches to compliance with National Environment Policies, Legislations and Standards

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Support Principal Environment Officer Compliance Assistance
Develop and implement Work Plans and Budgets for proactive and innovative approaches to compliance
Develop and implement actions for promotion of cleaner green economy
Identify needs and design response strategies for green economic development
Coordinate and Monitor proactive and innovative approaches to environment compliance
Promote initiatives that promote green development
Coordinate research and innovation in green economy in various development programs of Government
Develop and implement a green development certification program for Uganda
Develop and implement a rewards system for best environment practices in the country
Effectively contribute to development and management of information system as part of the overall Environment Information Management System
Coordinate with other departments on all matters relevant to environment compliance
Support and promote applied research on best environment practices
Support public awareness and education about eco-innovative approaches to green economy
Supervise and appraise the staff
Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

An Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in the relevant field of Environment and Natural Resources or Chemical or Environment Engineering or Chemistry from a recognized University or Institution
Master of Science Degree in the relevant field of Environment and Natural Resources, Environment Science Technology or Chemical or Environment Engineering or Chemistry from a recognized University or Institution

Experience

At least three (3) years relevant working experience in Environment Management in a reputable organization.

Competences and skills:

Excellent scientific analytical skills
Knowledge and skills in instrumentation
Production processes Technical Audit skills
Knowledge of green development and cleaner production
Leadership, team building and supervision skills
Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
Good understanding of mitigation hierarchy
Financial and Human Resource management skills
Excellent scholarly writing, publication and presentation skills
Resource Mobilization skills
Risk Management skills
Command of excellent Information Communication Technology skills

How to Apply:

All potential candidates should download an application form, Download Here, and fill the form and attach “O” and “A” level certificates, Bachelor’s and Postgraduate Degree Transcripts and Certificates, Professional certificates where applicable and Employment letters in one pdf file named: “Position-Name of Applicant”.

The one pdf file should be submitted to ed@nema.go.ug

Applications not in one pdf file and those arriving after closing time will not be considered.

Applicants are allowed to apply for not more than two posts.

Deadline: 10^th February 2025

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