Vacancy No. 2/8/15
The officer will be reporting to the Director Kenya Forest Service for the management of the enforcement and compliance wing of the service and oversee the effective enforcement of provisions of the Forest Act 2005 and related laws.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Officer will be responsible for the following:-
Formulate and implement policies, strategies and guidelines for effective enforcement of forest laws,
Command and control of the Forest Enforcement Division of the Service.
Ensure effective handling, maintenance and safe custody of security equipment.
Ensure safe custody and security of assets of the Service.
Establish systems for effective collaboration with government security agencies, communities and other stakeholders for effective enforcement of forest laws.
Develop capacity for effective enforcement of forest laws.
Develop, plan and implement emergency and terrorism response programs.
Formulation and implementation of paramilitary policies, programs and regimes for the training of officers joining the Service.
Adopt modern technologies and innovation to improve the effectiveness of enforcement and compliance division.
Academic qualifications and experience
Must have successfully undergone paramilitary training.
Have an undergraduate degree from a recognized university in any of the following; natural resource management, criminology, security, forensics, national security or related discipline.
Have at least ten (10) years experience in security or law enforcement service, five (5) of which must have been in a senior management position within a large organization.
A Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Training with the National Defense College (NDC) or any other security related course will be an added advantage

Key Skills
Knowledge of constitutional provision related to law enforcement, the Forests Act and other relevant laws.

How to Apply
Interested Candidates who have the requirements are asked to apply so as to reach the Service not later than 9th September, 2015 by 5.00 pm.

All applications including a current curriculum vitae, indicating current and expected remuneration, mobile number, the names and all contact details of three referees, certified copy of national identity card, certified copies of clearance certificates/letters, certified copies of testimonials, certified copies of professional and academic certificates should be sent to ;

The Director,
Kenya Forest Service,
Karura, Off Kiambu Road,
P. O .Box30513-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.

Note:
The successful candidate will serve on permanent and pensionable service.

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

The Service is ISO accredited and an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants living with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.