Job Title: Principal Environment Protection Officer
Organisation: National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
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 coordinate and enforcement of environmental policies, laws; and programs for effective environment management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare and execute enforcement plans, for environment protection;
- Coordinate effective deployment of law enforcement personnel to conduct surveillance and other enforcement activities;
- Enforce compliance with environmental legislation for sustainable environment protection;
- Recommend and coordinate capacity building programs for Environment Protection Force personnel;
- Conduct regular monitoring of ecosystems and resources to prevent and mitigate environmental degradation;
- Collaborate with Lead Agencies, Local Communities, Security Agencies and other stakeholders to promote environmental awareness and participation in conservation activities;
- Identify and assess environmental risks, develop strategies for risk mitigation, and manage incidents;
- Contribute to the development of long-term environmental protection strategies and plans;
- Supervise and manage performance of Environment Protection Officers;
- Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Honor’s Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field of Law, Psychology, Criminology or Environment and Natural Resources or Social Science or Natural Sciences or Business Administration or Development Studies from a recognized University or Institution
- A Master’s Degree in the relevant field of Law, Psychology, Criminology or Environment and Natural Resources or Social Science or Natural Sciences or Development Studies or Business Administration from a recognized University or Institution.
- Must have undergone military training enforcement related Certificate of Good Conduct issued by Interpol.
Experience
- At least six (6) years working experience in law enforcement activities from a reputable organization two (2) of which should have been at Senior Officer level.
Competences and Skills
- Leadership, team building and supervision skills
- Knowledge and skills in Information Communication Technology
- Ability to build relations and networks
- Strong analytical, operational and managerial skills
- Knowledge and skills in intelligence and investigation
- Good communication skills
- Good interpersonal, analytical skills and coordination skills
- Good Time management
- Ethical conduct, integrity and confidentiality
- Accountability
- Good writing and reporting skills
- Planning, organizing and coordinating various assignments
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: 14th August 2025
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Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72