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Job Summary

Job Title:
Assistant Commissioner Human Wildlife Conflict
Employer:
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Management Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 28 November 2025

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About the Organisation

Assistant Commissioner Human Wildlife Conflict job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is a government agency dedicated to the conservation and sustainable management of Uganda’s wildlife resources, ensuring biodiversity protection while promoting eco-tourism and community involvement. Recognized internationally for its role in wildlife conservation, UWA is known for managing Uganda’s national parks and protected areas with excellence, earning accolades for its conservation efforts and commitment to ecological balance.

The organization fosters a dynamic and purpose-driven work culture, offering employees professional growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a strong sense of purpose in preserving Uganda’s natural heritage. With diverse job opportunities in conservation, law enforcement, tourism management, and research, UWA provides both field and administrative roles, ensuring a balance between on-site conservation work and strategic planning. Established to oversee and regulate Uganda’s wildlife reserves.

UWA has evolved through policy reforms and strategic partnerships, embracing innovation in conservation technology, anti-poaching strategies, and sustainable tourism models to enhance biodiversity protection and generate revenue. Managing 10 national parks, 12 wildlife reserves, and several community conservation areas, UWA has a vast operational reach that extends across Uganda, safeguarding critical habitats and endangered species.

Guided by core values such as integrity, teamwork, professionalism, and environmental stewardship. UWA remains dedicated to preserving nature for future generations. Through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the organization actively engages in community conservation programs, revenue-sharing initiatives, and environmental education to foster local participation in wildlife conservation. For more information about UWA’s conservation efforts, tourism attractions, and career opportunities.

Are you looking for Management jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Assistant Commissioner Human Wildlife Conflict job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Full Time

Deadline: 

28 Nov 2025

Job Title

Assistant Commissioner Human Wildlife Conflict job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Job Description

Job Title:   Assistant Commissioner Human Wildlife Conflict

Organisation: Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Job Summary: To provide strategic leadership and guidance in the management of Human-Wildlife Conflicts.

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.

Applicants should submit their duly completed application forms found on the link provided below. Hard copies will not be accepted.

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NOTE:

  • Applicants are required to scan and attach CERTIFIED copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Degree, Transcript, Diploma, A’ level and O’ level certificates.

  • Applicants are required to provide appointment letters as proof of experience.

  • Academic documents for the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Authority.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that any form of lobbing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Address:

The Executive Director

Uganda Wildlife Authority

Plot 7 Kira Road, Kamwokya

P.O. Box 3530

KAMPALA

Deadline: 28th November 2025

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How to Apply

  • Developing and supervising implementation of Human-Wildlife Conflicts management plans, policies, guidelines, strategies.

  • Supervising the responding to all incidences of Human Wildlife Conflicts.

  • Planning for the acquisition, maintenance and use of Human Wildlife Conflict response equipment.

  • Sensitizing actual and potential victims of Human Wildlife Conflicts.

  • Coordinating the Capture and translocation of problem animals.

  • Coordinate with Local Governments, NGO’s, local communities and relevant institutions in Human Wildlife conflict resolution.

  • Providing technical guidance in the implementation of the Wildlife damage compensation scheme.

  • Establish and maintain Human Wildlife Conflict databases.

  • Building the capacity of the Authority staff, Local Governments and communities in the management of vermins and problem animals.

  • Mobilizing resources for the implementation of human wildlife conflict management plans and strategies.

  • Mediating and negotiating with victims of Human Wildlife Conflict.

  • Preparing work plans and submitting periodic reports.

  • Supervising and appraising staff.

Assistant Commissioner Human Wildlife Conflict job at Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)

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  • An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Zoology, Botany, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Conservation Biology, Wildlife Health and Management, Veterinary Medicine, Environmental Science or Environmental Management from a recognized University.

  • A Masters Degree in any of the above fields or Conflict Resolution from a recognized University.

Experience

  • At least nine (09) years’ relevant working experience in Wildlife Conservation, three (3) of which should have been at Principal level from a reputable Organization.

Competences

Technical

  • Policy Management

  • Knowledge in Animal Behavior

  • Planning, organizing and coordinating

  • Human Resource Management

  • Financial Management

  • Research and Analytical Skills

Behavioral

  • Leadership

  • Accountability

  • Communicating Effectively

  • Concern for quality and Standards

  • Negotiation and mediation

  • Ethics and integrity

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