WWF Nature Based Solutions Officer Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.
WWF Uganda looking for “Nature Based Solutions Officer”.
Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before June 20, 2023.
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an international non-governmental organization founded in 1961 that works in the field of wilderness preservation and the reduction of human impact on the environment. It was formerly named the World Wildlife Fund, which remains its official name in Canada and the United States.
WWF Nature Based Solutions Officer Jobs 2023
The WWF has published a job vacancy announcement on June 13, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Nature Based Solutions Officer to be based in Kampala, Uganda.
| Recruiter | World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) |
| Position | Nature Based Solutions Officer |
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| Country | Uganda |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | University Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Five years |
| Application Deadline | June 20, 2023 |
WWF Job Vacancy 2023
Responsibilities
The specific responsibilities of the NbS Officer include but are not limited to the following;
- Assess and recommend NbS interventions for climate resilience and adaptation in and or around the proposed PA sites;
- Ensure participatory development and implementation of Climate Adaptation NbS interventions in or around selected PAs including but not limited to Agroforestry, natural/assisted restoration, soil and water conservation, among others;
- Support project partners and consultants to ensure timely implementation of site level NbS interventions and activities;
- Promote People (Farm) Integrated Planning approach to increase adoption of gender sensitive Nature Based Climate Adaptation and nature-based livelihoods;
- In collaboration with the Climate Change and NbS Manager, support the development of climate change mitigation and adaptation capacity strengthening initiatives for PA authorities, local governments, Community Led Organizations and other stakeholders;
- Ensure strong relationships with environmental and development NGOs in and around target PAs in the GVL including government Ministries, Departments and Agencies, and share latest thinking on adaptation practices and lessons learned;
- Interact with IISD, WWF nature-based solution (NbS) network and the WWF energy and climate practice to bring in global perspectives to the national and site level context;
- Support the development of funding opportunities for the climate change and NbS work as part of a wider GVL Strategy;
- Monitor and evaluate climate change adaptation interventions with national and local stakeholders in the GVL in line with the WWF standards and guidelines;
- Ensure the development of tools for data collection, monitoring and reporting in close collaboration with the M&E officer;
- Contribute to the project monitoring, evaluation, learning and reporting in compliance with donor requirements.
Position in Organization:
- Position: Nature Based Solutions Officer
- Type of Contract – Fixed term
- Location: – Kasese, with frequent travel in the GVL
- Reporting: Project Manager, CAPA Initiative
Qualification:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in forestry; environmental studies, climate change studies; sustainable land use planning and management or a related field. A post graduate qualification in ecosystem—based management, climate change and development, forestry and natural resource management and/or nature—based/green value will be an added advantage;
- At least 3-5 years of work experience in a field related to Natural Resource management, climate change, ecosystem-based adaptation, green and nature—based enterprises, and other related fields;
- Proven practical experiences in nature-based ecosystem-based management and restoration such as agroforestry, restoration, farmer management natural regeneration etc;
- Familiarity with social and environmental safeguarding framework;
- Demonstrated ability to undertake baselines, field-based data collection and monitoring methods;
- Knowledge of relevant computer applications, softwares and team working platforms such as MS Teams, SharePoint, Zoom, Google Docs etc.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
- Fluency in English and at least one other major language spoken in the GVL (e.g. Runyakitara)
How to Apply WWF Nature Based Solutions Officer Jobs 2023
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 “NbS Officer, CAPA Initiative” in the subject line to: recruitment@wwfuganda.org
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for applications: Tuesday June 20th, 2023
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.wwfuganda.org |
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