1. Position Title: Environmental Consultant
Location: Kampala, Uganda
About the Opportunity:
Working as part of our Consultancy Team, this position will complete a wide range of interesting and challenging environmental management projects across a range of sectors including resources, infrastructure, the built environment, energy and Industry among others. This will include, but is not limited to, environmental compliance advice and management, on-site environmental advice, auditing, closure planning, development and implementation of environmental management systems and plans, environmental permitting and assessment and management of specialist technical studies.
Working as part of our strong team will provide opportunities for you to learn and develop your skills, and to teach through delegation and providing support and guidance.
About Gissat:
With almost two decades of experience, we are a team of vibrant professionals with experience across a range of sectors including mining and minerals, oil and gas, power and energy, infrastructure, industry as well as the built environment. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.
At Gissat, workplace culture is paramount. Our people are our most important asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow with a collaborative and supportive environment and engaging project opportunities. Continue to expand your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed as part of a consultancy that puts its people first.
About you:
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Environmental Consultant or Environmental Officer who has:
i)A degree in Environmental Science or Natural Resources Management
ii)Project experience, particularly related to the management and completion of environmental management and reporting projects including environmental review’s, preparation of environmental management plans, risk assessment facilitation, auditing, compliance management, closure planning and on-site environmental management roles.
iii)Strong people focus, with the ability to balance client, employee, business, and operational needs.
iv)Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels in both technical and non-technical environments.
v)An ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients, government agencies and councils.
vi)A high level of motivation and self-direction.
vii)A valid national ID
Join our team:
To enable us to extend our renowned track record, we look to recruit enthusiastic, imaginative, and committed people to join our growing team. In return, we offer you the opportunity to develop your career and shape exciting projects for tomorrow’s world.
If you believe you meet the criteria, send your information to ‘talk2gissat@gmail.com’ with subject as ‘Job Application_ [Position Applied for]’. Your application should include a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the above essential criteria and your CV outlining your relevant qualifications and previous experience.
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