Forest Technician - Client Services (Level 5)

Summary

Under the general supervision of the Forester (Client Services) the incumbent is responsible for the implementation of a variety of programmes and projects in the management and development of the forest within the forest region. 💰Basic Salary: $2,803,771.00 JMD per annum.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Responsibilities:

  • • Provides inputs for the operational plans, budget and the setting of priorities for the Unit;
  • • Designs work plan ensuring that labourers/contractors are effectively utilised;
  • • Supervises the work of casual labourers /contractors and ensures that duties are performed efficiently and effectively;
  • • Prepares and submits to the Forester, progress reports in accordance with agreed work plan;

• Technical/ Professional Responsibilities:

  • • Participates in the establishment of the Private Forestry Programme activities within the Region;
  • • Facilitates the establishment / maintenance of roads and trails within the forest;
  • • Liaises with the enforcement personnel in the implementation of remedial activities for the protection of the forest;
  • • Processes private landowners for the Forest Private Planting Programme;
  • • Provides technical guidance and support to the Private Tree Growers;
  • • Establishes and maintains current register of Private Planters within the forest region;
  • • Liaises with nursery personnel and the Private Forestry Manager in the provision of seedlings/ planting material to support Private Planting Programme;
  • • Assists with monitoring the implementation of forestry programmes to ensure they are in accordance with co-management agreements and MOUs;
  • • Provides guidance to customers/clients in the use of forest resources to foster protection of the forest environment;
  • • Assists in executing the approved recreational sites and eco-tourism initiatives;
  • • Provide technical guidance in the establishment of the urban forestry programme and monitors the maintenance of urban forestry sites and arrangements of trees in other applications;
  • • Provides support to the Rural Sociologist in community engagement activities;
  • • Participates in the dissemination of technical information and documentation to client groups and stakeholders within the forest region;
  • • Participates in the implementation of public relations, Public Education activities within the forest region to sensitise and educate client group and stakeholders on forestry operations and programmes;
  • • Any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time;

Required Skills

• • The post-holder will be able to demonstrate
• • An ability to exercise sound judgement
• • An ability to prioritise amongst conflicting demands and make rational decisions based upon a sound understanding of the facts, in limited time
• • Good knowledge and understanding of corporate functions and their potential strategic contribution
• • Good knowledge of information technology and the scope it offers for supporting management and operations
• • An ability to manage limited resources in order to achieve challenging output target
• • Sound personal and professional integrity
• • Strong customer orientation skills
• • Good leadership skills
• • Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Qualifications

• • Associate Degree/Diploma in Forestry / Agriculture/Natural Sciences/Environmental Management or related area
• • Certificate in Supervisory Management
• • Minimum of 2 years’ field experience
OR
• • Any other acceptable combination of academic qualification and related experience

Additional Information and Instructions

Applications along with résumés should be submitted no later than Friday, December 20, 2024 📩 To: Senior Director, Human Resource Management & Development Forestry Department 173 Constant Spring Road Kingston 8 ✉️ Email: hrmd.fd@gmail.com ℹ️ Subject Line: Forest Technician - Client Services (Level 5) ⚠️ Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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