Effective management of eco-tourism sites and attractions for conservation and sustainable
management of Central Forest Reserves.
Duties and responsibilities
 Implement guidelines for managing ecotourism sites and attractions.
 Supervise and monitor the implementation of ecotourism activities and plans.
 Participate in formulation of partnership agreements and MOUs between NFA, forest adjacent
communities, public and private institutions and implement them.
 Provide technical support and participate in identification and development of ecotourism sites and
attractions in CFRs.
 Implement strategies for efficient revenue collection from both licensed and NFA operated sites.
 Prepare situational and progress reports.
 Network with relevant District Local Government, Local Communities, private institutions and partners in
promoting of ecotourism.
 Supervise, appraise, coach, mentor and build staff capacity including patrol Personnel and Tour Guides.
 Maintain visitors’ register.
 Ensure safety of visitors and NFA assets.
 Manage bookings and reservations and participate in exhibitions and fairs to market and promote
ecotourism products in CFRs.
 Brief and provide nature interpretation to tourists and other stakeholders.
 Develop forest trails and other infrastructure and ensure that they are regularly maintained.
 Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications, work experience and interpersonal attributes/competences
 Minimum of a Diploma in Tourism Management from a recognized institution.
 Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management or related field is an added advantage.
 At least two (2) years working experience in a similar or related position in a reputable organization.
 Basic knowledge of forestry and environmental management, well developed customer care skills and
knowledge of tour guiding and nature interpretation.
 Minimum of 25 years of age.
 Interpersonal, team building and organizational skills.
 Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
 Ability to manage ecotourism value chain.
 Customer care, presentable, etiquette and marketing.
 Knowledge of human resource, financial management and administration.
 High level of integrity, resilience and reliability.
 Entrepreneurial ability, acumen and result-oriented