The Programme Assistant – Plantation and Wood Products Certification will work under the general supervision of FAO Representative in Uganda, and the direct technical supervision of the Sustainable Wood-based Value Chain Project Coordinator and UTGA Chief Executive Officer, and will work closely with the UTGA Programme Officer and the Technical Advisor Harvesting and Processing, The Programme Assistant – Plantation and Wood Products Certification will specifically carry out the following tasks:

Technical Focus

The Programme Assistant – Plantation and Wood Products Certification will be specialized expertise in forest management second party auditing and must have an in-depth knowledge of social, environmental and economic issues related to the forest sector in Uganda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Oversee national and international certification schemes.
• Take on the role of Group Resource Manager for UTGA group certification scheme.
• Expand the scheme in terms of membership and certified area.
• Manage, update and provide feedback on the group scheme software.
• Create awareness, organize and conduct trainings for UTGA members on certification.
• Lead the auditing, monitoring and reporting function of the group scheme and ensure continuous compliance throughout the group scheme.
• Prepare all documentation and evidence needed for compliance by the group scheme.
• Provide timely feedback to all stakeholders on certification.
• Participate in the national certification audits for harvesting contractors and wood processors.
• Develop national audits checklists to ensure that harvesting operations and wood products meet environmental, social and economic standards.
• Any other duties as may be allocated by your supervisor.

• • University degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or any related qualifications. A postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage
  • At least 5 years of proven experience in commercial forestry, sustainable forest management, and natural resources management in Uganda
  • Full proficiency/Working knowledge of English (Level C)
  • National of Uganda

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Solid experience in Forest Management Certification and Chain of Custody Certification in Uganda.
• Previous experience working with international partners on related assignments.

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