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Job Summary

Job Title:
Senior Environment Protection Officer
Employer:
National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
Location:
Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Environmental jobs
Number of Positions:
4
Deadline:
Thursday, 14 August 2025

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About the Organisation

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Uganda

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) is a semi-autonomous institution, established in May 1995, as the principal agency in Uganda, charged with the responsibility of coordinating, monitoring, regulating and supervising environmental management in the country.

NEMA spearheads the development of environmental policies, laws, regulations, standards and guidelines; and guides Government on sound environment management in Uganda. In doing this, NEMA contributes to social-economic development and wise use of natural resources, focusing on providing support to Government’s main goal of ensuring sustainable development contributing to the National Vision, the National Development Plan (NDP), regional and global commitments including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Full Time

Deadline: 

14 Aug 2025

Job Title

4 Senior Environment Protection Officer job at National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)

National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Environment Protection Officer

Department: Enforcement and Field Operations

Reports To: Principal Environment Protection Officer

Supervises: Environment Protection Officers

Salary Scale: NEMA E4

Number of Positions: 4

Location: Uganda

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

Interested candidates should download and complete the official application form, attaching certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.

Submit your completed application via email to: ed@nema.go.ug

Deadline for Submission: 14th August 2025 by 5:00 PM

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How to Apply

  • Assist in the development and implementation of section work plans and ensure timely reporting.

  • Deploy and oversee law enforcement personnel during environmental surveillance and operational activities.

  • Contribute to the creation and execution of operational plans and standard operating procedures for the Environment Protection Force (EPF).

  • Support and lead field operations aimed at preventing and combating environmental crime.

  • Manage and safeguard the EPF’s armory and strong room, ensuring security of sensitive materials and equipment.

  • Provide assistance in prosecuting environmental offenders through collection of evidence and court representation.

  • Contribute to capacity building initiatives for law enforcement personnel.

  • Supervise, mentor, and appraise the performance of subordinate officers.

  • Carry out any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

4 Senior Environment Protection Officer job at National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)

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Academic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree (Honors) in Environmental and Natural Resources, Natural Sciences, Law, or Criminology from a recognized institution.

  • Master’s Degree in Law, Criminology, Psychology, Environmental and Natural Resources, or Natural Sciences from a recognized institution.

Additional Requirements

  • Must have undergone military science or law enforcement training lasting at least six (6) months.

  • Must possess a valid Certificate of Good Conduct issued by Interpol.

Experience

  • Minimum of three (3) years of work experience in law enforcement from a reputable organization.

Key Competencies and Skills

  • Strong leadership, team building, and supervision skills

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities

  • Strong analytical and presentation skills

  • Proficiency in scholarly writing and publication

  • Sound financial and human resource management skills

  • Excellent report writing and documentation capabilities

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