Nema Environment Officer Jobs in Kenya

National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999 is mandated to exercise general supervision and coordination over all matters relating to the
environment in Kenya; and to be the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.

The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions: Environment Officer

This is the entry & training grade for graduates in this cadre. An officer at this level
will work under the guidance & supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications

Duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Environmental inspections and environmental incident management;

Receiving, dispatching and reviewing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Environmental Audits (EA) Reports;

Notification of EIA reports due for reviewing and processing of licenses;

Creating public awareness on environmental issues;

Receiving and dispatching applications for various Licensing regimes;

Mobilizing the public to participate in environmental conservation and management;

Assisting County Governments in developing the necessary capacity for environmental management;

Coordinating community environmental activities;

Monitoring the state of terrestrial ecosystems on a regular basis, rapid assessment and inventory of terrestrial ecosystems, creation and updating of environmental data bases;

Collecting

and collating information for development of integrated management plans;

Compiling progress reports;

Implementing relevant Multi-lateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) and donor funded projects;

Liaising with lead agencies, NGOs and the public in environmental management of terrestrial ecosystems;

Implementing programmes to address climate change, air quality and desertification,

Identifying and verifying appropriate measures to prevent pollution and environmental degradation.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade; a candidate must have; -

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following field; Environmental Management, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Environmental
Science; Biochemistry, Natural Science, Community Development or any other relevant field from a recognized institution;

Proficiency in computer applications

Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Nema Environment Officer Jobs in Kenya

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