Forestry/Ecology Specialist
Full time @Aldelia posted 1 hour ago in Human Resource Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 21060
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Human Resource
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Forestry/Ecology Specialist
Location: Uganda
Commitment: Full-Time
Travel: Extensively to project sites
Reporting To: Carbon Program Manager
About the Role
We are seeking a Forestry/Ecology Specialist to lead ecological assessments and forest carbon inventories for large-scale nature-based carbon projects (REDD+, reforestation, agroforestry) in Uganda. This role is critical for ensuring scientific accuracy in carbon stock measurements, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable land management practices. You will work closely with carbon methodology experts, GIS specialists, and local communities to deliver high-integrity projects that align with Verra VCS, Gold Standard, and CCB requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct field-based forest carbon inventories using IPCC Tier 2/3 methodologies.
2. Estimate baseline carbon stocks and project-level sequestration potential.
3. Assess biodiversity impacts and ensure projects meet Climate, Community & Biodiversity (CCB) Standards.
4. Design and implement long-term forest monitoring programs to track carbon stock changes.
5. Prepare technical reports for carbon project validation (eg, PDDs, monitoring plans).
6. Collaborate with remote sensing teams to ground-truth satellite data (LiDAR, Sentinel).
7. Advise on sustainable forestry practices to maximize carbon sequestration and community benefits.
8. Identify and mitigate risks (eg, deforestation drivers, invasive species).
9. Train local teams on forest inventory protocols and data collection.
10. Support community engagement teams in explaining ecological benefits of carbon projects.
Required Expertise & Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in forest carbon projects, tropical ecology, or sustainable forest management.
- Proven expertise in 1) Forest inventory techniques (permanent sample plots, biomass equations), 2) Biodiversity assessments (flora/fauna surveys, habitat mapping), 3) Uganda’s/Sub-Sahara forest ecosystems (eg, tropical rainforests, woodlands, mangroves).
- Familiarity with carbon standards (VCS, Gold Standard, CCB) is a plus.
Education & Certifications
1. Bsc in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related fields. (PhD or Master’s are an added advantage)
2. Certifications in forest carbon accounting or biodiversity conservation (eg, CFCC, FSC) are advantageous.
3. Examples of past carbon project documents (eg, forest inventory reports, biodiversity assessments), if available.
Required Competencies
1. Ensures accuracy in data collection and reporting.
2. Addresses ecological challenges (eg, degraded land restoration).
3. Works effectively with scientists, communities, and policymakers.
4. Thrives in rugged field conditions and dynamic project environments.
5. Committed to climate action and community-led conservation.
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