Assistant Forest Officer III - 3 Posts at Nairobi City County Public Service Board

Job Requirement

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Diploma in Forestry, Urban forestry, Agroforestry & landscape Biodiversity, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Management, from a recognised institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Certificate in computer application skills

Previous relevant work experience required.

• New appointment

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organisational skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Satisfy Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity

Job Description

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for the implementation of forestry projects and programmes in the Sub-county

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

 Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Promote collaboration in the implementation of forestry projects and Programmes in the Sub-county
• Initiate capacity building and backstopping on community mobilization on tree growing
• Collate and disseminate forestry management information in the Sub-county
• Promote tree nursery establishment and management
• Inspect/assess and scout for tree pests, diseases and tree that may need pruning or felling
• Participate in field days, demonstrations, agricultural shows and exhibition
•  Prepare and implement performance contract, work plans and budgets.
• Compile sectional periodic reports.