Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 25 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The GGGI Africa Regional Office would like to hire Forestry and Nature-based Solutions intern based in Kampala, Uganda for six months. The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications and experiences:
• Masters Degree in the past 12 months, in Forestry, Natural Resources management, Botanical Sciences, Sustainable Landscapes or Environmental Management field, or another relevant field
• Proven, strong academic and research track record
• Knowledge and understanding of sustainable development issues
• Experience in gathering, analysing and reporting data
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented with good organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office and active usage of various social media is an advantage

The Global Green Growth Institute internship program (also called "Grow Green" Program) provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGI’s operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, in particular, nationals of developing countries, with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a talented individual to work with us in the Africa Regional Office based in Kampala Uganda to provide operational support to the Forestry and Nature-based Solutions activities of the Uganda Country Program and Africa Regional Office.

The assignment will include but not limited to the following:
• Stakeholder Analysis within the relevant Forestry-related sectors as agreed upon at the start of the assignment. This includes private sector players, financial institutions and civil society.
• Project Analysis – Analysis of relevant government- and ODA-funded programmes and projects and their geographic distributions in GGGI Africa member countries.
• Environmental, geographic and socio-economic information on biodiversity, deforestation and land degradation hotspots.
• Compile data from relevant projects and develop a document that shows key lessons learned in agroforestry, forest protection and restoration, and Payments for Ecosystem Services, et.
• Support the Africa Regional team during relevant events, meetings and workshops.
• Support project design, development and implementation where relevant.
• Provide other support when requested.

ELIGIBILITY
Applicants to the GGGI internship program must at the time of application meet the following requirements:
• Be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
• Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work.
• Possess an excellent command of English.

QUALIFICATION
• Masters Degree in Forestry, Natural Resources management, Botanical Sciences, Sustainable Landscapes or Environmental Management field, or another relevant field
• Proven, strong academic and research track record
• Knowledge and understanding of sustainable development issues
• Experience in gathering, analysing and reporting data
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented with good organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office and active usage of various social media is an advantage
• Proven analytical and report writing skills are advantageous.

SELECTION PROCESS
• Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
• GGGI evaluates applications based on: eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any); and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work.
• Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

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