Principal Environment Protection Officer at National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Kampala, Uganda

Job description

JOB TITLE

Principal Environment Protection Officer

DEPARTMENT

Enforcement and Field Operations

REPORTS TO

Manager Environment Protection Force

SALARY SCALE

NEMA E3

SUPERVISES

Senior Environment Protection Officer

NO. OF POSITIONS

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To coordinate and enforcement of environmental policies, laws, and programs for effective environment management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare and execute enforcement plans, for environment protection;
• Coordinate effective deployment of law enforcement personnel to conduct surveillance and other enforcement activities;
• Enforce compliance with environmental legislation for sustainable environment protection;
• Recommend and coordinate capacity building programs for Environment Protection Force personnel;
• Conduct regular monitoring of ecosystems and resources to prevent and mitigate environmental degradation;
• Collaborate with Lead Agencies, Local Communities, Security Agencies and other stakeholders to promote environmental awareness and participation in conservation activities;
• Identify and assess environmental risks, develop strategies for risk mitigation, and manage incidents;
• Contribute to the development of long-term environmental protection strategies and plans,
• Supervise and manage performance of Environment Protection Officers;
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

Honor’s Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field of Law, Psychology, Criminology or Environment and Natural Resources or Social Science or Natural Sciences or Business Administration or Development Studies from a recognized University or Institution

A Master’s Degree in the relevant field of Law, Psychology, Criminology or Environment and Natural Resources or Social Science or Natural Sciences or Development Studies or Business Administration from a recognized University or Institution.

Must have undergone military training enforcement related Certificate of Good Conduct issued by Interpol.

EXPERIENCE

At least six (6) years working experience in law enforcement activities from a reputable organization two (2) of which should have been at Senior Officer level.

COMPETENCES AND SKILLS
• Leadership, team building and supervision skills
• Knowledge and skills in Information Communication Technology
• Ability to build relations and networks
• Strong analytical, operational and managerial skills
• Knowledge and skills in intelligence and investigation
• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal, analytical skills and coordination skills
• Good Time management
• Ethical conduct, integrity and confidentiality
• Accountability
• Good writing and reporting skills
• Planning, organizing and coordinating various assignments

NOTE: Potential candidates should fill the attached form, attaching requisite academic transcripts and certificates . The form should be submitted to ed@nema.go.ug not later than 14th August 2025 at 5:00 P.M.