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Job Title:
Project Officer - Forestry
Employer:
Aldelia
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Agriculture jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Wednesday, 25 December 2024

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About the Organisation

Aldelia is a global leading human resources company founded in 2005 and specialised in recruitment, outsourcing and payroll management services to blue-chip multinationals and fast-growing SMEs. The group operates in more than 30 countries across all industries and disciplines on four continents. Our mission is to create a better future for people by delivering compliant, world-class and innovative HR solutions to the companies and communities we serve.

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Kampala, Uganda

ALDELIA is a premier global service provider specializing in Human Capital and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Their core offerings include expert recruitment services (headhunting) for both local talent and expatriates, comprehensive payrolling management, efficient outsourcing solutions, and technical assistance. With operations spanning over 35 countries across Africa, the Middle East, and South America, ALDELIA is committed to delivering exceptional human resource solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse markets.

Aldelia, founded in 2005 by Cédric Filet in London, is a global human resources advisory firm dedicated to delivering compliant, world-class, and innovative HR solutions to companies and communities, with a particular focus on emerging markets in Africa and Latin America. The company has earned a reputation for excellence and professionalism, establishing itself as a trusted HR partner for over 7,000 blue-chip multinationals and SMEs across more than 30 countries.

Aldelia fosters a diverse and inclusive work culture, emphasizing continuous learning and development, and offers various career opportunities through its global network. The firm's evolution includes the creation of Areeba Jobs in 2019, Africa's first AI-assisted job-matching platform, and Areeba Skills in 2021, a skills observatory platform, reflecting its commitment to innovation.

With a strategic ambition to establish a presence in every African country and expand in Latin America by 2026, Aldelia aims to be the top Pan-African HR partner for permanent recruitment and workforce outsourcing. Upholding core values of compliance, partnerships, culture-fit, expertise, and creating positive change, the company actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, nurturing growth and delivering positive impact in the communities it serves. For more information, visit their official website at www.aldelia.com.

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Full Time

Deadline: 

25 Dec 2024

Job Title

Project Officer - Forestry job at Aldelia

Aldelia

Job Description

Job Title:    Project Officer - Forestry

Organisation: Aldelia Uganda

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Program Manager- Natural Resources and Livelihoods


The Project Officer – Ecosystem Restoration and Management will lead and coordinate activities focused on the restoration, management, and conservation of critical ecosystems in the River Nkusi Catchment area. This includes implementing forest restoration, afforestation, and agroforestry initiatives while promoting community engagement and sustainable ecosystem governance

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

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How to Apply

Ecosystem Restoration & Management:

  • Coordinate the establishment and operation of community-run tree nurseries to provide seedlings for restoration activities.

  • Lead efforts to restore degraded riverbanks and forest zones, targeting the 1,765 hectares specified in the project.

  • Oversee the development and management of woodlots and agroforestry systems covering 3,990 hectares.


Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building:

  • Strengthen and support sub-catchment management structures to ensure inclusive and effective ecosystem governance.

  • Conduct training sessions on sustainable ecosystem management practices for community members and stakeholders.


Monitoring and Reporting:

  • Monitor the progress of restoration and afforestation activities, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.

  • Document and report outcomes and lessons learned from ecosystem management initiatives.


Partnerships and Advocacy:

  • Collaborate with local authorities, NGOs, and community groups to align ecosystem management efforts with broader conservation goals.

  • Promote awareness about the biodiversity and ecosystem services provided by the Nkusi Catchment area.

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Experience:

  • At least 3 years of experience in ecosystem restoration, conservation, or similar projects


Educational Requirements:

  • A degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, or a related field.

  • Proven experience in community engagement and capacity building.

  • Strong knowledge of afforestation, agroforestry, and biodiversity conservation practices.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

 

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Level of contribution to the implementation of Climate-Smart Agriculture and sustainable livelihood activities.

  • Extent of adoption and use of energy-efficient technologies in target communities.

  • Level of engagement with farmers and households to improve access to potable water and irrigation resources.

  • Timeliness and quality of project reports submitted.

  • Effectiveness in facilitating community awareness and capacity-building sessions.

  • Level of stakeholder engagement and collaboration for successful project delivery.

  • Extent of micro-enterprise development and its impact on household income diversification.

  • Keen observation skills and a sharp memory


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