Deputy Director of Ecosystems Management at NEMA Full Time

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Marine and Wetland policies, plans, and strategies.
• Ensure the sustainable utilization and conservation of coastal, marine, and freshwater resources.
• Oversee the implementation of relevant Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).
• Coordinate the development and implementation of a National Wetlands Policy.
• Harmonize the conservation and management activities of CMF, including those of lead agencies, private sector, NGOs, and communities.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to monitor and take inventory of aquatic ecosystems for proper management and prevent pollution.
• Coordinate NEMA’s participation in shared aquatic ecosystem processes.
• Implement the department’s strategic plan and realize its objectives.
• Ensure accountability, prudent management of resources, and compliance with good governance, transparency, and ethics.
• Supervise, guide, and develop staff working under him or her.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aquatic Sciences (fresh water), Wetlands Management, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, or any relevant field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Aquatic Sciences (fresh water), Limnology, Wetlands Management, Conservation Biology, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management in aquatic ecosystems, Coastal Zone Management, or any relevant field from a recognized institution.
• A minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience and at least 4 years in a management role in the Public Service or Private Sector.
• Completed a leadership course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficient in computer applications.
• Good communication skills.
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.