Environmental Officers - 7 Positions (Tanzania)

Description

We are searching for environment officers to be in charge of running environmental project that range from advocacy, awareness and event organizing to drafting environmental policies. The officer also ensures that environmental policies are well implemented and any environmental campaigns are effective. The general job of an environmental officer entails evaluating, planning and implementing environmental projects . QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ● Degree in Environmental Management/Natural Science/ Urban Studies/Town Planning or equivalent ● 1 year relevant experience in Environmental Management. REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS ● Code B driver’s license ● Project Management Skills ● Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages (read, write and speak) ● Computer literacy ( MS Office applications) ● Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ● Ability to give attention to detail. ● Analytical Skills ● Ability to work under pressure. ● Willingness to work after normal working hours, during emergencies and planned overtime. FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES ● Plan, develop and control the environmental management and conservation of the natural environment of the Municipality in accordance applicable legislation and Municipal By Laws ●Liaise with relevant role players/stakeholders/local environment forums with relation to the management of sensitive and protected areas. ● Initiate Environmental Management systems, programs and plans, and monitor implementation compliances. ● Manage and control own sectional budget ● Continuous auditing and alignment of appropriate environmental mechanisms, plans and programs with the strategic objectives of the Municipality ● Participates in the delivery of awareness and educational programs on environmental management approaches to the community ● Manage environmental approval, authorization processes and applications for human settlement, bulk infrastructure and other municipal development projects ●Manage and control procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality ● Keep abreast of developments, legislative changes, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession. Remuneration will be in line with the set procedures of the organizations which consider the experience and qualifications of the candidate (USD 2000-3500)