Forestry Area Supervisor (2)

Mkwawa Leaf Tobacco Limited (MLTL) invites applications from suitable and qualified candidates to fill the following position.

Role & Responsibilities

• Awareness creation and adoption of community-based forest management (CBFM) by village council, village general assembly and district council.
• Facilitate the formation of the village natural resources committee and joint natural resources committee where relevant.
• Capacity building for the Village Natural Resources Committee on forest management.
• Facilitate the formulation of bylaws at village level and facilitate their enforcement.
• Facilitate in collaboration with forestry owners the development of forest management plan(s).
• Facilitate the approval of the developed forest management plan(s) at village, council and its registration by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism.
• Provide capacity building for nursery service providers contracted by primary societies.
• Train Field Technician on forestry activities.
• Train farmers on seedling handling, land preparation, tree planting and management.
• Train farmers on sustainable fuelwood sourcing and its benefits in the tobacco business.
• Effectively plan and supervise all forestry activities at the area level.
• Supervise collection of forestry data by Field Technicians.
• Collect forestry data and evidence used by farmers to source wood, including requests, harvesting permits, transit pass, delivery notes, proof of payment, licenses, receipts etc.

Personal Attributes

• Solution oriented with thirst for solving problems.
• Energetic, proactive and self-starter, with ability to adapt to changing circumstances and external factors.
• Integrity and professionalism, setting and demonstrating ethical and moral standards, and having a sense of personal accountability.
• The ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments to achieve common goals.

Knowledge, experience, qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in implementing forestry programs.
• Possession of a diploma or degree in forestry, natural resource management, environmental science, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Community-Based Forestry Management (CBFM) practices.
• Previous experience in the tobacco industry is deemed advantageous.

Additional Requirements

• A valid motorbike driver's license and the ability to travel to various project sites.
• Willingness to live and work in remote areas.

Reporting

The incumbent will report directly to the Agronomy Area Supervisor on day-to-day activities, and to the Forestry and Sustainability Coordinator at HQ on Technical issues.

Remuneration
Qualified, Competent and Confident candidates who meet the above outlined criteria, should apply in writing to the undersigned enclosing fully typed curriculum vitae indicating daytime telephone number and scanned copies of certificates and testimonials from previous employers, names, and address of three referees, to reach the undersigned in 7 days from the first appearance of this advertisement.
Mkwawa Leaf Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The qualified women who meet the outlined criteria are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applications should be addressed to Head, Human Resources, Mkwawa Leaf Tobacoo Limited, Tabora/Chunya and send electronically through hr@mkwawatanz.com