Job Description :JOB TITLE: FORESTERAbout This Job:Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.We are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Forester to work in Eldoret and its Environs to support our client in establishment and management of small, medium and large-scale forestsDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:· Co-ordinate with the client on planning· Participate in recruitment of project staff· Supervise extension offices (and casual employees) for establishment and management of forests· Supervise execution of the workplan as agreed by the client· Conduct training of Supervisors, Team leaders and staff on SOPs· Ensure all forest establishment services are done as per the client’s standards per plot· Ensure adequate and timely supply of tools and equipment, collection and safe storage after work· Ensure timely, complete and accurate data entry by self and your team as required by the client· Ensure safe keeping of all client and company issued tools and equipment· Ensure all staff payments are processed on time ensuring integrity of the process and payments· Prepare daily, weekly and periodic reports as requested· Manage project execution costs, take responsibility for financial performance of the project· Provide expert advisory to the client on forest management.· Ensure all SOPs and legal requirements for the forestry industry are complied with· Participate in client organized/sponsored meetings/activities as may be requested from time to time· Take lead in ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and all safety protocols put in place are adhered to· Proactively communicate to management and the client any foreseen challenges and ensure adequate mitigation measures are put in place· Ensure all documents/reports required to facilitate invoicing are provided on timeKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:· Minimum Diploma in Forestry or Agroforestry· Valid driving and/or motorbike riding license· Excellent oral and written Communication Skills· Excellent planning & organizational skills· Computer literate with excellent knowledge in excel, email and Power point· 3-5 years’ in managing tree plantations· Excellent data analysis and report writing skills· Good understanding of finance language· Good administrative skills.· Attentive to detail and a good negotiator· Good knowledge of safety and risk management· Project management skills or experience an added advantageInterested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the link below.Note:Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.RequirementsMinimum Diploma in Forestry or Agroforestry· Valid driving and/or motorbike riding license· Excellent oral and written Communication Skills· Excellent planning & organizational skills· Computer literate with excellent knowledge in excel, email and Power point· 3-5 years’ in managing tree plantations· Excellent data analysis and report writing skills· Good understanding of finance language· Good administrative skills.· Attentive to detail and a good negotiator· Good knowledge of safety and risk management· Project management skills or experience an added advantage
