Overview

Nyungwe Management Company Ltd (NMC Ltd) is seeking 20 qualified and motivated Forest Restoration Team Leaders to support the implementation of a major forest restoration initiative within Nyungwe National Park.

Established through a long-term partnership between the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and African Parks Network (APN), Nyungwe Management Company is responsible for managing Nyungwe National Park under a 20-year management agreement that began in October 2020.

The successful candidates will lead field teams responsible for restoring degraded forest ecosystems through Assisted Natural Forest Regeneration (ANFR) as part of the project "Building Resilience of Vulnerable Communities to Climate Variability in Rwanda's Congo Nile Divide (CND) Region through Forest and Landscape Restoration."

This large-scale restoration initiative aims to rehabilitate approximately 4,500 hectares of indigenous forest, contributing to biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, climate resilience, and sustainable natural resource management.

Why This Opportunity Matters

Forest restoration plays a critical role in protecting biodiversity, reducing the impacts of climate change, improving water resources, and strengthening ecosystem resilience.

By joining Nyungwe Management Company, successful candidates will contribute directly to one of Rwanda's most significant environmental conservation projects while gaining valuable experience in:

• Forest and landscape restoration.
• Biodiversity conservation.
• Climate resilience initiatives.
• Natural resource management.
• Environmental monitoring.
• Community-based conservation.
• Leadership of field restoration teams.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for forestry and environmental professionals passionate about protecting Rwanda's natural heritage while developing practical leadership experience in conservation.

Application Tips

To strengthen your application:

• Highlight practical experience in forest restoration, reforestation, or environmental conservation.
• Demonstrate any leadership or supervisory experience managing field teams.
• Include experience working in protected areas, national parks, or natural resource management projects.
• Mention familiarity with Assisted Natural Forest Regeneration (ANFR) techniques.
• Highlight experience using GPS devices or collecting field monitoring data.
• Showcase your ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments.
• If you have previously worked in Nyungwe National Park or similar restoration programmes, clearly emphasize this experience.
• Ensure that your Criminal Record Certificate and Medical Report are included, as failure to submit these documents will result in disqualification.

A complete and well-organized application will significantly improve your chances of being shortlisted.

Responsibilities

The successful candidates will:

• Lead daily Assisted Natural Forest Regeneration (ANFR) activities.
• Supervise fern cutting and vegetation management.
• Coordinate site maintenance activities.
• Support forest restoration monitoring.
• Ensure restoration activities comply with approved technical guidelines.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising casual laborers during field operations.
• Allocating daily tasks to restoration teams.
• Monitoring work progress and productivity.
• Providing on-site coaching and technical guidance.
• Promoting teamwork, discipline, and professional conduct.
• Supporting capacity building through practical field training.

The Team Leaders will:

• Collect GPS coordinates and field monitoring data.
• Record seedling survival and growth information.
• Monitor restoration progress.
• Prepare regular reports for the Forest Restoration Field Coordinator.
• Report operational challenges and environmental observations promptly.

The role also includes:

• Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Monitoring safe use of field equipment and tools.
• Identifying potential workplace hazards.
• Taking immediate corrective action when safety risks arise.
• Promoting environmentally responsible field practices.

Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Certificate (A2) or Diploma (A1) in:
  • Forestry
  • Environmental Management
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Agriculture
  • Related discipline

Candidates should have:

• Minimum 6 months of practical experience in:
  • Forest restoration
  • Natural resource management
  • Environmental conservation

The following will be considered added advantages:

• Experience supervising field teams.
• Previous work in Assisted Natural Forest Regeneration (ANFR).
• Previous experience working in Nyungwe National Park.

Interested applicants must prepare:

• Application Letter addressed to the Park Manager.
• Statement indicating where you learned about the vacancy and why you are suitable for the position.
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of academic qualifications.
• Valid Criminal Record Certificate.
• Valid Medical Report.
• Names, addresses, and telephone contacts of three referees.

All documents must be combined into one PDF file.

The file should be named using the following format:

Your Name – Nyungwe Forest Restoration Team Leader – 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications via email to:

📧 nmc.recruit@africanparks.org

Application Deadline: 28 July 2026

Applications that do not meet the stated requirements or fail to include all mandatory documents will not be considered.

Successful candidates are expected to begin work immediately after recruitment.