Careers at Camara
| Job Ref | EnvironMgr |
| Job Title | Environmental Manager |
| Job Type | Contract - Fixed Term |
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| Salary | Not disclosed |
| Description | |
| In partnership with VMM, Camara are recruiting long term volunteers to
work in Africa to strengthen our management teams and build the
capabilities of local people. For more information go to www.camara.ie VMM is a faith based organisation who recruit, train, place and support volunteers on two year placements with Partner Organisations in Africa and Asia. VMM works with people and communities regardless of religion, politics or social status. For more information go to www.vmm.ie Please note due to funding restrictions only EU passport holders can be considered for the Camara Long-Term volunteer programme. As part of the recruitment process Camara require candidates to attend interviews and training weeks/weekends in Dublin and other parts of Ireland. Candidates will be required to cover the cost of their own travel and accommodation. Environmental ManagerFinalise and help implement Camara's policy on the disposal of eWaste in AfricaReporting to: Technical Director, Dublin Location: African HQ Main Duties and Responsibilities: Research, develop and implement a sustainable recycling program for the hub countries Leading the implementation of environmental policies and practices Liaise with appropriate government counterpart to understand environmental policy and make them aware of how Camara handles eWaste Train up Hub personnel on the eWaste policy Monitor and record the disposal of Hub eWaste Promote and raise awareness, at all levels of the organisation, of the impact of emerging environmental issues, whether legislative or best practice, on corporate, ethical and social responsibility Person Specification: Essential Show commercial awareness and an understanding of business Ability to establish effective networks within the company and with external organisations Ability to show initiative, recognise emerging problems and pro-actively develop solutions Stimulate and manage change Excellent organisational and negotiation skills Capacity to work in difficult conditions Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity Empathy with organisational goals Flexible and adaptable Desirable Possess degree in one of the following or similar:
Experience living overseas in a developing country |
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