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About the Organisation
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is a semi-autonomous agency supervised by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities. UWA was established in 1996 and is managed in accordance with the Uganda Wildlife Act Cap 315. UWA currently manages 9 conservation areas, including the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC).
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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.
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Deadline:
9 Dec 2024
Job Title
Executive Director job at Uganda Wildlife Authority
Uganda Wildlife Authority
Job Description
Job Title: Executive Director
Organisation: Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
To provide strategic leadership and guidance in the governance and management of the Uganda Wildlife Authority.
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 hard copy application forms to the Office of the Executive Director, Uganda Wildlife Authority, Plot 7 Kira Road Kamwokya Kampala (2nd Floor Gorilla Nest Building). The forms can be downloaded from the UWA website. Submission should also be done online to ed.recruit@wildlife.go.ug
Applicants should attach copies of certified transcripts and certificates as well as employment letters and an up to date curriculum vitae bearing contact addresses of three (3) competent referees, their functional email addresses and 24/7 phone contact lines. Applicants subsequently shortlisted for interviews shall be required to present originals of their academic certificates and transcripts and employment letters at the time of the interviews.
Deadline: 9th December 2024 by 4.00 pm
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 15th January 2024.
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How to Apply
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Developing, implementing and reviewing the UWA Strategic Plan and Conservation Area Management Plans that guide the Authority in achieving its objectives/functions as stipulated in the Uganda Wildlife Act.
Developing economic, efficient and cost-effective internal management structures to ensure transparency and accountability.
Preparing and submitting the annual budgets for the Board of Trustees approval and overseeing prudent management of UWA resources within the budget guidelines.
Coordinating the preparation of periodic statutory and strategic reports to the Board and Ministry responsible for wildlife.
Planning and organising fundraising programmes in conjunction with the Board of Trustees and staff with the aim of mobilising resources.
Coordinating the development and promotion of Uganda’s nature-based tourism.
Establishing and maintaining strong partnership with relevant stakeholders on issues of wildlife conservation.
Serving as the Secretary to the Board of Trustees and the custodian of the official seal of the Authority.
Developing and providing appropriate recommendations for consideration by the Board and ensuring the implementation of all policy decisions.
Representing UWA at Regional and International events. and Multilateral Environmental Agreements meetings.
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Minimum Qualifications and Working Experience:
Applicants should possess the following minimum qualifications:
An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in either Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Zoology. Botany. Conservation Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Wildlife Health and Management, Education (Biological), Environmental Science or Environmental Management from a recognised University.
A Master’s Degree in either of the above disciplines from a recognised University.
A Post graduate diploma in Management from a recognised Institution.
Applicants should also have a minimum of fifteen (15) years proven relevant years of working experience in wildlife conservation or Natural Resource Management, at least three (3) of which should have been at Senior Manager or equivalent level from a reputable organisation.
The applicant should also have the following competences:
Technical
Policy management
Human Resource Management
Planning, organizing and coordinating
Financial Management
Corporate Governance
Knowledge in Conservation, Tourism, Environmental Management and Wildlife Management
Strategic thinking
Information Communication Technology
Behavioural
Leadership
Accountability
Communication skills
Interpersonal relations
Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement
Negotiation and Mediation skills
Judgment, decision making and problem-solving
Concern for quality and standards
Ethics and integrity
Note: Applicants must be below 56 years of age.
