Vacancy No. 1/8/15
The officer will be reporting to the Director Kenya Forest Service and shall ensure overall coordination of field operation nationally, be creative, committed, dynamic and result oriented.
Duties and responsibilities
The officer will:-
Be responsible to the Director for co-ordination, development and Implementation of policies, strategies and guidelines for the management, conservation, utilization and protection including law enforcement for all forest types in the Country.
Ensure overall co-ordination of all field operations nationally.
Offer strategic leadership and management of the core forestry programs
Manage forest related risks including but not limited to forest fires, pests and diseases, illegal logging, encroachment and unauthorized settlement.
Promote national interests and compliance in relation to international forest conventions and principles.
Advise on establishment, development and management of national forests as well as provisional forests in consultation with the forest owners
Oversee development, management and maintenance of forest infrastructure.
Ensure compliance with corporate and statutory forestry and environmental requirements
Supervise, appraise and ensure optimum productivity of all field technical staff.
Liaise with forestry stakeholders for efficient management, development, and conservation of Forestry.
Coordinate the activities of the Forest Conservation Committees (FCCs) and Community Forest Associations (CFAs).
Handle emerging forestry issues including but not limited to climate change, green energy, carbon trading and eco-tourism.
Academic qualifications and requirements
Have a degree from a recognized university in the field of forestry or related discipline
Have a master’s degree in forest management, environmental management, natural resource management or a related field.
Have at least twelve (12) years experience in forest management or relevant field, six (6) of which must have been in a senior management position within a large organization in the private or public sector.
Be a member of the Forestry Society of Kenya or a similar professional body in good standing.
Be a person of high integrity who meets the requirements of the Constitution.
Key skills and Competencies
The Applicant should demonstrate:-
An understanding of public sector procedures.
The capability to manage risks and operate within the socio-economic environment of the forest sector.
Ability to achieve and sustain high performance and compliance levels in the forest sector.
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.