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Job Summary

Job Title:
Coordinator Partnerships and Private Investments
Employer:
National Forestry Authority (NFA)
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Management Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Wednesday, 30 April 2025

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About the Organisation

Coordinator Partnerships and Private Investments job at National Forestry Authority (NFA) | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

The National Forestry Authority (NFA) is a government agency in Uganda with a mission to manage and protect the country’s forest resources, ensuring their sustainable use and conservation for the benefit of present and future generations. With a strong reputation for environmental stewardship and sustainable forestry practices, NFA has earned recognition both locally and internationally for its efforts to promote biodiversity and combat climate change through effective forest management.

The organization fosters a collaborative and results-oriented work culture, offering employees opportunities for growth, professional development, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes environmental conservation. Since its establishment in 2003, NFA has evolved from a regulatory body into a dynamic force in forest resource management, implementing innovative solutions like community forestry and forest-based carbon offset projects.

Operating across Uganda, the NFA’s model integrates sustainable forestry with economic development, contributing to the livelihoods of rural communities while protecting critical ecosystems. Guided by core values of sustainability, integrity, accountability, and inclusiveness, the NFA also engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, including tree planting campaigns, environmental education, and supporting local communities with sustainable livelihood options. For more information, visit www.nfa.org.ug.

Are you looking for Management jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Coordinator Partnerships and Private Investments job at National Forestry Authority (NFA)

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Deadline: 

30 Apr 2025

Job Title

Coordinator Partnerships and Private Investments job at National Forestry Authority (NFA)

National Forestry Authority (NFA)

Job Description

Job Title:  Coordinator Partnerships and Private Investments

Organisation: National Forestry Authority (NFA)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Director Natural Forests Management


To promote and oversee sustainable development and management of partnerships and private investments in Central Forest Reserves.

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 who meet the above requirements, should submit their applications, certified copies of academic certificates, transcripts and curriculum vitae giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, experience (with evidence), present salary, three referees with their full postal, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts as well as the candidate’s full address and e-mail to the address below or send soft copies to recruit@nfa.go.ug.


Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director

National Forestry Authority

Plot10/20 Spring Road, Bugolobi

P.O. Box 70863, Kampala-Uganda

Tel: 0312 – 264035/6; 0414-360400


Deadline: 30th April 2025

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification. NFA is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.

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How to Apply

  • Supervise private tree farmers, community involvement, eco-tourism developments and other licensed investments in Central Forest Reserves (CFRs).

  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance partnerships and private investments in CFRs.

  • Oversee the formulation of partnership agreements and MOUs between NFA, forest adjacent communities, public and private institutions.

  • Provide technical guidance and backstopping to private tree farmers, eco-tourism operators and recommend innovations for sustainable utilization of products.

  • Maintain a database for private tree farmers, eco-tourism operators, other licensed investments and ensure compliance to license terms and conditions.

  • Develop and review Business and operational plans for licensed investments and provide recommendations to Management for approval.

  • Develop and coordinate the implementation of guidelines for Private tree farming, eco-tourism operations and communities in CFRs in line with the legal frameworks and environmental regulations.

  • Coordinate infrastructure developments for private farmers and eco-tourism operations.

  • Coordinate the development and execution of business plans, operational guidelines, and investment for private tree farming and ecotourism activities in CFRs.

  • Supervise, appraise and build staff capacity.

  • Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Coordinator Partnerships and Private Investments job at National Forestry Authority (NFA)

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  • Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in forestry from a reputable institution.

  • Masters in Forestry or any other related field.

  • A minimum of five (5) years related experience, with three (3) years at supervisory level in a similar or related position.

  • Knowledge of nursery management, forest fire management and silvicultural operations.

  • Minimum of thirty five (35) years of age.

  • Leadership, management, interpersonal, team building and organizational skills.

  • Excellent oral and written communication.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage the supply chain for s silvicultural, harvesting operations and logistics.

  • Knowledge of forest plantation development and management.

  • High level of integrity, resilience and reliability.

  • Entrepreneurial ability and result-oriented work habit.



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