Vacancy title:
Head of Marketing and Communications

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Category: Advertising & Marketing]

Jobs at:
National Forest Authority (NFA)

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, March 31 2025

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, March 31 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The National Forest Authority (NFA) is a semi-autonomous body established under the National Forestry and Tree Planting Act, 2003 to manage Central Forest Reserves on a sustainable basis and to supply high-quality forestry-related products and services to the Government, Local Communities, and the Private Sector. The NFA is looking to recruit a dynamic and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Research & Data Manager.

POSITION: Research & Data Manager
REPORTS TO: Head of Marketing and Communications
DUTY STATION: Kampala

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Design research projects with clear objectives using appropriate methodologies to ensure the NFA’s compliance with the Data Protection and Privacy Act.
• Develop and implement research projects to inform policy, strategy, and operational decisions in line with NFA’s mandate.
• Monitor and evaluate current research procedures in line with the company standards to assess performance and ensure compliance with the set standards.
• Develop and maintain the relational database and ensure the integrity of the data collected.
• Strengthen the capacity of NFA staff in data management and analysis.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Forestry, Environmental Science, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• A Master’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Professional certification in Data Analysis, Monitoring, and Evaluation is an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE:

• At least 5 years of working experience in research, data management, or a related field, with at least 3 years at a supervisory level.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced knowledge in the use of statistical software such as SPSS, STATA, R, or Python.
• Good working knowledge of the GPS/GIS systems and applications.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in statistical modeling and analysis.
• Ability to interpret and relate data to information collected.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their applications, CVs, copies of academic and professional certificates, and transcripts to the address below not later than:

DEADLINE: Monday 31st March 2025

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

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