SeaOwl Energy Services is part of the SeaOwl Group, an international service provider specialised in a wide range of Recruitment, Manpower Contracting & Management, Asset Management, Training, Professional Services and Integrated Services for the Construction, Energy, Extractives, Logistics, Mining and Manufacturing sectors.
On behalf of our Client in the Extractives sector, we are looking for (a) competent individual(s) to fill the following position:
Job Title: Tourism & Communities Engineer
Reports to: Biodiversity Manager Rangelands
Department: Biodiversity
Location: Kampala
Activities
• Participate in the development of studies and programs aimed at achieving the company objectives of NNL/NG under the direction of the Biodiversity Director for the Tilenga Biodiversity Program
• Work with partners, UWA, NFA, Uganda Tourism Board, tourism operators and communities to identify and roll out the initiatives aimed at developing tourism product(s) and community-based program(s) aimed at achieving positive outcomes for conservation and communities.
• Providing support to the Social Performance team to ensure that the objectives of the biodiversity program and those of social development/CSR are aligned
• These programs shall be aligned with the objectives of the Social Performance Team for community development and tourism management as well as the Tilenga Biodiversity Program targets, MFNP General Management Plan, local, district and regional sustainable development objectives and national policy.
• Assisting in the collection, compilation and analysis data designed to appraise efforts by the Tilenga project as identified in the Tourism Management Plan, Biodiversity Ecosystem Services Action Plan and Social Management Plan(s), feedback from tourist operators and tourism rangers to ensure systematic appraisal of the performance criteria.
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly reports and providing support to the field team for undertaking surveys and monitoring on performance of community and tourism initiatives.
• Develop scopes of work and review proposals to implementing partner(s) for initiatives to be undertaken.
• Conducting periodic research to determine the performance and economic contribution of the various initiatives.
• Collaborating with the Social Performance team in the development of a comprehensive strategy for community tourism
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
• Contribute as a specialist in the development of a strategy to roll out community-based initiatives, liaise with tourist rangers and operators to help promote alternative tourism products in consultation with relevant stakeholders
• Coordinate with other agencies and partners to obtain lessons learned and gain understanding of best practice in relation to development of tourism products and community-based tourism.
• Help to identify, and devise win-win solutions to, operational/conservation/wildlife tourism issues in Murchison Falls Conservation Area.
• Contribute to producing internal and external publications
Qualifications and Required Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in tourism, natural resources management or equivalent.
• At least 5 year's professional experience in implementing development or investment projects (preferably related to community development and tourism) in a private sector setting with demonstrated experience
• An appreciation of the workings of the Uganda economic/tourism/trade policies as well as a good understanding of private sector operations and concerns.
• A good understanding of private sector development issues affecting the Albertine and appreciation of the role the private sector can play in economic development
• Understanding of the extent and effects of youth unemployment; and of the social (especially gender and youth) dimensions of development.
• Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with different partners, including those in Govt, tourism sector and local community level.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of national legislation and applicable international good practice e.g. IFC, EPIV.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Strong report writing and analytical skills.
JOB DETAILS:
Key Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to)
• Follow and assist with the preparation and production of menu items following standardized quantities, recipes, service schedules and procedures, and usage of Kitchen equipments.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and appearance, time preparation periods to meet service schedules and follow food preparation directions.
• Serve and dish up foods, adhering to standardized portions, as required.
• Assist and adhere to safety and sanitation procedures and schedules in the handling of food and equipment's. Adherence to set procedures to maintain effective insect and rodent control.
• Assist in daily kitchen clean-up and clean kitchen utensils and equipment as required.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and appearance and follows food preparation directions. Operates all equipment according to manufacturer's directions with emphasis given to safety guidelines. Control food and supply catalogue i.e., physical inventory as required, dating and rotating stock. Follows first in, first out procedure. Dates and labels all food items.
• Monitor the kitchen budgets and ensure that all supplies are managed within the set budget and minimize waste.
• Manage daily operations in the kitchen and oversees stock levels as well as supervise kitchen staff. Actively participate in the improvement and development of new recipes and products in the kitchen. Assist in the identification of new potential sale and market opportunities for the business.
• Promote healthful eating, a positive food service image, good customer relations and practices energy conservation techniques.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience.
• The applicant for the role of a cook should hold at least a minimum of a Certificate in hotel management or a related degree discipline.
• A minimum of two years' working experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of quantity food production.
• Ability to accurately count, record, and maintain inventory, and food production records.
• Should be a team player, good communicator, Willingness to take directions, self-motivated, able to work with minimum supervision for long hours under pressure, good work ethics and sound judgement
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: Professional Certificate
Job application procedure
All suitably qualified and interested candidates can apply by visiting our website and following the procedure below;
• Website www.watotochurch.com
• Go to the section, Employment Opportunities and access the Watoto Job Application Portal
• If you are a new user, create a user account by clicking; create account and proceed to create a profile and Apply
• if you already have an account created, proceed to sign in and Apply.