Uganda Wildlife Authority Vacancies September 2012

We are retained by Uganda Wildlife Authority to assist identify qualified, experienced and competent individuals of integrity to fill seven senior positions in its headquarters in Kampala.

UWA is a semi-autonomous agency under the Ministry of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities. It was established in 1996 by the Wildlife Act Cap 200 of 2000.

Its mission is to conserve and sustainably manage the wildlife and protected areas in Uganda in partnership with the neighboring communities and other stakeholders for the benefit of the people of Uganda and the global community.

Our Client, an equal opportunity employer, is looking for high caliber, self-motivated and results oriented Ugandan professionals to fill the posts. Executive Director position is tenable for a period of five years; other positions are for a period of four years, renewable.

1. Executive Director

Reporting to the Board, the Executive Director should have strong leadership, resource mobilization, planning, communication and organizational skills; a passion for conserving Uganda’s wildlife resources. He/she will be the public face of Uganda Wildlife Authority, and should have the ability to build support for its mission with the general public and major stakeholders. Main duties and responsibilities are to:

Develop strategic plans to guide the authority in achieving its objectives;

Develop management plans for conservation areas or for species and classes of species of wildlife populations

Develop economic, efficient and costeffective internal management structures and processes

Prepare and present annual budget for Board approval; and prudently manage organization’s resources within budget guidelines according to current government and UWA financial regulations and procedures.

Create and implement fundraising programs in conjunction with Board and Staff with the aim of diversifying funding sources

Ensure that all programs of UWA conform with the applicable legislation

Oversee the financial, human resources, and administrative management of the organization.

Oversee the design, marketing, promotion, delivery and ensure quality of programs, products and services

Ensure that assets are protected, adequately maintained and risks mitigated

Provide conducive work environment to ensure high level productivity

Ensure strong collaboration with similar organizations on various campaigns and issues of biodiversity conservation interest.

Job Requirements:

Master’s degree in natural or biological sciences or natural resource management.

Postgraduate qualification and training in tourism, business administration or Management would be an added advantage.

Training in project management with a reputable organization.

Experience working with board will be an advantage.

A minimum of 10 years proven working experience in a natural resource management Institution at a senior management level.

Proven experience in planning, financial and human resource management, marketing and Public relations and fundraising.

2. Director, Finance

Reporting to Executive Director, the Director, Finance will be responsible for overseeing the

operations of the finance directorate including planning, organization, coordinating and controlling the Authority’s finances and investments, in accordance with the government and UWA financial rules and regulations. Main duties and responsibilities are to:

Develop and put in place financial control systems and procedures in accordance with the government and UWA financial regulations.

Prepare annual budgets and departmental plans that optimize the resources available to the financial commitments of UWA in line with the stipulated guidelines

Prepare quarterly financial reports and annual accounts within the statutory deadline in accordance with professional accounting standards.

Advise the Board and Management on the financial performance of UWA in accordance with the approved budgets and reporting guidelines

Liaise with the office of the Auditor General for the conduct of audits and preparation of audit reports in accordance with professional accounting standards

Supervise the maintenance of accounting records, vouchers and other documentation, and record all financial transactions of UWA in line with financial procedures and accounting standards

Ensure that all financial commitments and payments by UWA are properly authorized, settled in a timely manner.

Prepare business plans in order to identify and focus on the strategies to achieve financial sustainability in line with the strategic plan

Job Requirements:

Masters degree in finance or accounting or in related fields

Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CA etc.

Training in computer accounting software.

A minimum of 10 years relevant experience in financial accounting and management, of which six years must be at senior level in a busy public or private institution.

3. Director – Tourism and Business Services

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director Tourism and Business Services will develop and implement an overall business plan and General Management plans for Protected Area estates of UWA; ensure effective revenue generation from all possible business enterprises without compromising on the conservation status of the resources He/she will undertake evaluation of the implementation of plans in accordance with the strategic plan and the Uganda Wildlife Statute. Main duties are responsibilities are to:

Prepare a comprehensive business plan which will include but not limited to tourism development and marketing in accordance with the strategic plan and the Wildlife Act.

Develop general management plans for all the Protected Area estates of UWA provide guidelines in the management of the biodiversity within the Protected Areas.

Provide technical and professional input to field managers in their planning, budgeting and execution of development programs and projects and thereby promote business ethics in managing the organization.

Co-ordinate the annual revisions of the UWA strategic plan with different stakeholders and partners.

Supervise the development and co-ordination of research and monitor policies and strategies related to wildlife, tourism and marketing

Evaluate UWA’s activities and ensure proper administration of the environmental impact assessment and related disciplines in accordance with the strategic plan, Wildlife Statute and the standards set up by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA).

Set up concession arrangements in Protected Areas to provide tourism services and facilities in accordance with Strategic Plan and Wildlife Statute.

Oversee Product development in Protected Areas.

Job Requirements:

A degree in tourism or related fields

Post graduate diploma in business administration or natural resources management is an advantage.

Experience in management, research, tourism and wildlife related work at senior level.

Strong business development and wildlife management skills.

Proven computer skills (MS-Office).

4. Principal Legal Counsel

Reporting to Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs, the Principal Legal Counsel will be responsible for the smooth running of the Legal Unit and offer guidance to UWA in line with the Uganda Wildlife Act Cap 200 of 2000, and other relevant Laws. Main duties and responsibilities are to:

Represent UWA in the courts of law

Coordinate and monitor the activities of the various partners ensuring compliance with approved laws and Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) in line with UWA mission and strategic plan, relevant laws and agreements

Spearhead the development of Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) and agreements; other legal documents/instruments in line with Uganda Wildlife Act and applicable laws and policies

Liaise with various government ministries or agencies e.g Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Lands to ensure proper registration of UWA through monitoring and registration process.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in law from a recognized University.

Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Law Development Centre (LDC)

Masters degree in Law is an advantage.

Must be a member of the Uganda Law Society.

Proven Computer skills – MS-Office.

Skills in drafting legal documents.

Must be a practicing advocate with a minimum of 5 years of which 3 years is acquired at a senior level in a reputable and busy public or private organization, or Law firm.

5. Procurement Manager

Reporting to the Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs, the Procurement Manager will coordinate all procurements in UWA and ensure that procurements are made in a timely manner, and in accordance with the PPDA Act and Regulations 2003. Main duties and responsibilities are to:

Manage the procurement processes in the Procurement and Disposal Unit.

Develop policies and implement costeffective procurement management systems and procedures

Initiate and coordinate the preparation of annual procurement plans and budgets

Plan, implement, coordinate and monitor UWA procurement and disposal activities in line with the PPDA Acts and Regulations.

Head the Secretariat to the Contracts Committee and liaise with the Public Procurement and Disposal Authority

Check and prepare specifications, terms of reference, statements of requirements and bidding documents in liaison with user departments.

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Maintain the approved list of providers/ suppliers

Maintain and up-date procurement, stores and disposal records

Prepare monthly and quarterly reports to management and the PPDA

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in procurement and logistics

Post graduate qualification in business administration is an advantage.

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS).

Training in a relevant computer system for procurement management.

5 years experience in a large and reputable organization at management level.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Leadership and team working skills

6. Marketing Manager

Reporting to the Director, Tourism and Business Services, the Marketing Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and managing UWA’s marketing functions in accordance with UWA’s mission and strategic plan. He/she will ensure UWA brand remains high to maximize its visibility locally and globally. Main duties and responsibilities are to:

Develop, manage and review integrated and comprehensive marketing strategies, annual marketing plans and branding activities to achieve financial and non-financial targets

Develop, manage and monitor the communication and presentation of marketing programs to both internal and external stakeholders, so as to promote understanding and buy-in of the marketing plans and objectives

Develop annual departmental plans and budgets line with the Department’s mission and objectives

Develop, monitor, review and implement the customer care strategy and activities of UWA to meet the marketing objectivities and enhance UWA ‘s image in the marketplace.

Initiate, develop and monitor mechanisms to designating marketing activities and distributing marketing materials both locally and internationally in line with the marketing plan and strategic objectives.

Initiate, develop and monitor the implementation of local, regional and international market research survey strategies to identify product trends, clientele segment and UWA’s competitors in line with the departmental procedures.

Develop and maintain strategic alliances with the media service providers including local and international media houses

Prepare quarterly, bi-annual and annual reports on departmental performance and submit them to UWA Management in line with the departmental reporting guidelines.

Job Requirements:

Degree in business administration, marketing, tourism or related field

Professional qualification in Marketing (CIMA) is an advantage.

Postgraduate qualification in natural resource management, marketing or Tourism is an advantage.

Knowledge of relevant foreign language would be an advantage.

Minimum of 5 years working experience in marketing roles in the tourism and wildlife sector preferably in both private and public sectors with at least 3 years acquired in a senior management position.

Good interpersonal, management, communication, analytical decision making and negotiation skills.

Must be computer literate (MS-Office)

7. Partnership Coordinator

Reporting to the Director, Legal and Corporate Services, the Partnership Coordinator will

initiate and maintain relationships with various stakeholders, individuals, groups and institutions

through the development of strategic partnerships for the purpose of facilitating, supporting and boosting UWA operations in line with UWA Mission and Strategic Plan. Main duties and responsibilities are to:

Initiate and maintain contact with identified partners and interest them on UWA mandate in line with UWA mission and strategic plan.

Participate and/or draw project proposals for funding by UWA partners in line with UWA

strategic plan, partnership policy and annual operations budgets.

Develop partnership coordination policy, work systems and guidelines in line with UWA mission and strategic plan.

Coordinate and monitor the activities of the various partners ensuring compliance with approved project and funding documents and in line with UWA mission and strategic plan.

Job Requirements:

Bachelors degree in natural resource management , business administration or mass communication

A masters degree or higher in either mass communication, business management, international relations or a related subject an advantage

Postgraduate qualification in any of the aforementioned fields or professional qualification an advantage

Computer literate (MS-Office)

Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in the field of partnership management with

both national and international exposure at a senior level

Interpretive skills of international and national laws that govern cross border and local strategic relations and protocol

Skills in formulating partnership management policies and developing appropriate procedures and systems

Coordination and follow-up skills

Analytical and decision making skills

Ability to coordinate partnership development/ enhancement activities

Excellent communication and report writing skills.

Excellent lobbying, proposal writing and negotiation skills.

Applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, transcripts, names of three referees and the applicant’s daytime telephone contact should be sent to:

Dama Consultants Limited

10th Floor Uganda House

P.O. Box 3967

Kampala

Uganda

Tel: +256-414-235 944

The closing date for receiving applications is 8th October, 2012.

Dama Consultants Limited accepts no liability for incomplete submission, late and/or misdirected transmission of applications.

Note:

• Only short listed applicants will be contacted for interviews

• Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification .