Forestry Head

Job Description : HEAD FORESTRY UGANDA an impact focused organization in Uganda funded by a group of Dutch companies. Their primary goal is creating jobs and thereby supporting the local economy. They do so by running a forestry project with a yet-to-be-built processing factory. The project is in Luwero at a one-hour drive from Kampala. Our partner is looking for a general manager with an entrepreneurial mentality to lead the forestry project and the set-up of their processing factory. The role As a general manager you will be overall responsible for the projects and the organizations activities in Uganda. Being the ‘boots on the ground’ you will be the link between the organization in the Netherlands and Uganda. With your management skills and entrepreneurial mindset, you will lead and guide the team and make sure the goals are realized. Key topics - Responsible for the day-to-day running of the timber plantation. - Responsible for setting up the timber processing factory. - promoting our partner's vision in generating impact - The management of 3 direct reports and depending on the season 20 to 100 indirect reports To qualify - Experience in managing a related organization in Africa - 10+ years of working experience - Technical knowledge and affinity - Entrepreneurial mindset and excellent communication skills - A hands-on mentality combined with organizational skills

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