The Natural Resources Management Officer is responsible for ensuring the implementation of sustainable management and conservation of natural resources activities within the project. The role ensures that all project activities comply with national policies, rules, regulations, and local bylaws related to the sustainable use and protection of natural resources.
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Natural Resources Management Officer
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Office of the Prime Minister
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Description (Public)
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Technical appraisal of sub-project proposals and work plans from districts to ensure they consider local context of climate change adaptations.
- Support the development of community-based forestry and reforestation programmes through village nurseries with a focus on developing opportunities for women, youth and vulnerable groups.
- Collaborate with all field teams and provide technical assistance as required, in accordance with policies, procedures and standards.
- Implement and coordinate strategies for the sustainable exploitation and conservation of natural resources, including forestry, wetlands, and water sources.
- Collect and analyse data related to natural resources component to support informed decision-making and reporting.
- Develop and implement district development strategies, plans, and budgets for natural resources.
- Prepare periodic reports on all activities related to natural resource management.
- Provide technical support and guidance to DRDIP II implementing districts and individuals involved in natural resource management.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor or his/her designate.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Person Specifications / Qualifications:
- An Honours Degree in Biological Sciences, Natural Resources, Forestry, Environmental Management or related discipline from a recognised University.
- A Master's Degree in a related field is an added advantage.
- A minimum of 6 years of professional experience in natural resource management with government or externally funded projects, development partners, multilateral or international organisations.
- Proven experience in integrated landscapes, environment, fisheries, forestry, watershed management, community-based development, biodiversity and rural development.
- Familiarity with World Bank natural resources management processes, guidelines and procedures is highly desirable.
- Knowledgeable on use of GPS and Geo-ODK for field data collection.
- Experience in using ArcGIS and other remote sensing tools to support natural resources management, including use of drones, is required.
- Relevant experience in natural resource management, environmental impact assessment, and community engagement.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with computer use for data analysis, report writing, and communication.
Application status
This is an archived notice. Applications through this advert are closed.
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