Uganda Timber Growers Association Job Vacancy

Job Title: General Manager


UTGA is a Members' organisation of tree growers, who see the advantage of a collective voice for the promotion of commercial forestry in Uganda.


Job requirement

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
The candidate shall preferably have a background from advocacy on behalf of the private sector. A degree in Forestry or Natural Resource Management is desirable, but hands-on experience of establishing and managing commercial enterprises or long experience (>5 years) within agriculture or the natural sciences will be given serious consideration. The essential skills required are:

• A person with a keen business-mind, who can document success in establishing a business in the private sector that has shown tangible results;
• Leadership skills: a proven ability to engage staff and Members in meaningful business endeavours;
• Product marketing experience;
• Good report writing and presentation skills (in English), as well as excellent oral communication skills;
• Good understanding of accounting and budgeting processes;
• A valid driver's licence;
• Other desirable skills include: forest certification; harvesting and forest marketing; GIS/GPS mapping and competence with computers;

OTHER INFORMATION:
An initial 2-year contract will be offered to the selected candidate, starting as soon as possible. The post is based in Kampala, Uganda, but the work will require at times, substantial travel up-country. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the right candidate.


How to apply

APPLICATIONS:
Applications are to be sent to UTGA, P.O. Box 5244, Kampala, Uganda or by e-mail to info@utga.net or delivered to the UTGA office at Plot 116 Bukoto Street between 08hOO and 16hOO.

Deadline for applications is 12hOO (Uganda time) Monday 15th April 2011. Enclose a detailed CV, showing age, present position and responsibilities and current level of remuneration, and include copies of professional/educational qualifications, personal contact details (telephone/e-mail) and names and contact details of 3 Referees. Short-listed candidates will be interviewed in Kampala during week 16/2011.