Job Title: Technical Support Officer (TSO)
Organisation: Ministry of Water and Environment
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Ministry of Water and Environment, with support from the European Union and the Royal Danish Government, is implementing the Partnering for Forests (P4F) Project. The project is as a result of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the European Union and the Government of Uganda on 8th November 2022 in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt with a mutual goal of enabling forests to fulfill their multiple roles in society, economy and environment. The overall objective of this project is to implement targeted sustainable development, climate change adaptation and mitigation, and biodiversity conservation by addressing critical issues in forest governance and management in Uganda, contributing to both national economic development and global environmental goals.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Key duties and responsibilities of the TSO will, among others, include:
- Technical guidance: Provide expert guidance to the program coordinator and other team members on technical aspects of the program, helping them troubleshoot technical challenges that arise during project implementation and make informed decisions.
- Standards Adherence and Quality Control: Ensure that all forestry activities adhere to relevant industry standards, environmental regulations, and best practices and implement quality control measures to guarantee achievement of the project goal.
- Skills enhancement Identify areas where community members, project staff and other implementation partners need technical skills improvement. and facilitate / propose and organize appropriate training sessions.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Forestry, conservation, ecology, environmental science and or related field is required.
- A first level university degree in forestry, community forestry, conservation, environmental science or relevant academic qualifications
- At least 10 years of professional experience at a strategic level, involving planning, management and reporting in the areas of forestry, environment and conservation.
- Experience with implementing EU funded projects will be an added. advantage
- Professional certification/accreditation in project management is an added advantage
- This position is open to both local and international candidates.
How to Apply:
All applications must be accompanied with recent (3) passport size photographs and CVs detailing work experience, current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications. Applicants must also include contact details (telephone and email) of three (3) referees.
Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira P.O Box, 20026, Kampala and should be delivered to the Ministry Headquarters
Deadline: 13th February 2026
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Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120