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Forests and Market Transformation Manager (FMTM) job at WWF Uganda | Apply Now
Are you looking for Environmental jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Forests and Market Transformation Manager (FMTM) job at WWF Uganda
About the Organisation
WWF-Uganda, a branch of the globally renowned World Wide Fund for Nature, is dedicated to conserving the country’s rich biodiversity, promoting sustainable natural resource management, and combating climate change to secure a better future for people and wildlife. With a strong reputation for impactful conservation efforts, WWF-Uganda has been instrumental in advocating for environmental policies, restoring ecosystems, and supporting community-led conservation initiatives.
The organization fosters a collaborative and mission-driven work culture, offering employees opportunities to contribute to meaningful environmental projects while benefiting from professional development and flexible work arrangements. Since its establishment in Uganda, WWF has evolved into a key player in environmental protection, leveraging innovation, research, and technology to drive sustainable solutions.
Operating across the country and forming strategic partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and local communities, WWF-Uganda implements programs in forest restoration, climate resilience, and wildlife protection. Guided by core values of integrity, respect, and accountability, the organization actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, including environmental education and community empowerment. For more information, visit their official website at www.wwfuganda.org.
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Forests and Market Transformation Manager (FMTM) job at WWF Uganda
WWF Uganda
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Job Title: Forests and Market Transformation Manager (FMTM)
Organisation: World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
The Forest and Market Transformation Manager is responsible for leading the development, planning, coordination, monitoring and implementation of projects in line with WWF UCO strategic objectives and donor requirements.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
The Forest and Market Transformation Manager will take a lead role in the following;
Strategy and Project Implementation
Contribute to the development of WWF-UCO’s strategic and annua work plans.
Develop project work plans and budgets aligned with donors’ priorities and WWF.
Ensure effective project execution, progress monitoring, and resolve operational challenges.
Manage project budgets and collaborate with the Finance team to facilitate audits.
Work with partners to strengthen forest and wildlife community governance models in priority landscapes.
Provide training on governance and rights-based tools, and support implementation of REDD+ initiatives.
Ensure effective coordination with the WWF-UCO Forest Programme and promote synergies across related project portfolios.
Guarantee compliance with WWF’s Environmental and Social Safeguards Framework (ESSF).
Resource Mobilization
Support in the identification of funding opportunities in line with WWF UCO’s resource mobilization strategy and build relationships with impact investors.
Promote research and innovation in sustainability tools aimed at improving environmental and social outcomes.
Partnership Management and Advocacy
Collaborate with the Regional Office, internal WWF -UCO teams, and stakeholders including NGOS’S, Government bodies, and Academia.
Build partnerships with government, CSOs, and the private sector to advance sustainable trade policy and practices.
Facilitate stakeholder dialogues on natural resource conflicts and represent WWF-UCO in national and international policy forums and discussions.
Advocate for policy reforms that integrate market-based conservation initiatives both at national and international level.
Ensure effective grants management and build capacity of subgrantee partners.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning
Collaborate with the MEL team to develop frameworks that track forest and biodiversity conservation outcomes and market transformation indicators.
Contribute to planning, reporting, and organizational learning, in line with WWF standards.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Wood Science and Technology, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification in Business Management, Natural Resources Economics, or a related field, and training in Project Planning and Management is an added advantage.
The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of relevant experience in implementing donor-funded projects, with a strong track record in project coordination and management.
They should possess deep knowledge and practical experience in climate finance and/or impact investing, along with the ability to manage complex process and information integration issues.
A sound understanding of global environmental standards and frameworks such as the Paris Agreement, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and Uganda’s National Development Plans is essential.
The candidate should also be capable of coordinating capacity building needs assessments and leading the planning, development, and implementation of related initiatives.
Proven ability to plan, budget, coordinate, and monitor both personal and team work plans is highly desirable.
In addition, the candidate must demonstrate highly developed conceptual, analytical, innovative, and problem-solving skills.
Strong research skills, excellent organizational and communication abilities, and a detail-oriented approach with the capacity to manage multiple tasks under minimal supervision are essential.
They must also exhibit strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in multicultural, multi-interest, and multi-ethnic environments.
Fluency in both spoken and written English is required. Adherence to WWF’s values of Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration is a must.
How to Apply
Email an application cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three (3) referees plus copies of academic qualifications (sent as one PDF document) clearly indicating “the job title” in the subject line to: recruitment@wwfuganda.org
Deadline: 20th May 2025
Note:
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Kindly note that due to the large volumes of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to having a diverse workforce
