DDAMBA JOHN MMULI
Kampala,102
Summary
A dynamic and results-driven environmentalist with an orientation towards environment and social governance(ESG),strategizing and implementation. Recognized consistently for performance excellence, leadership and contribution to success in project management, team coordination, quality assurance and compliance enforcement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
District Natural Resources Officer
Bunyangabu District Local Government
2020.03 - Current
- Enforcing the implementation of National Policies, Rules, Regulations and Council bylaws on sustainable exploitation of natural resources.
- Managing the provision of extension services on natural resources.
- Appraising work plans and technical proposals in regard to environment impact assessment.
- Preparing and submitting work plans and budgets for the Natural Resources Department.
- Tendering technical advice to the District Council and other stakeholders.
- Managing issues of land tenure ownership and lease holdings in the district.
- Appraising and ascertaining compliance to land use regulations and the district infrastructure designs
- Initiating and advising Council natural resources bylaws and ordinances.
- Supervising and appraising the performance of the departmental staff and preparing and presenting performance reports to the District Council and other stakeholders.
Relationship Manager
National Social Security Fund
2014.07 - 2019.06
- Developed a work plan for the designated Zones for approval by the Branch Manager and sought approval from the Branch Manager in terms of resources required.
- Combed the area/zones of jurisdiction and registered all new employers and registered contributing employees.
- Ensured the payment of contributions by all eligible employers in the area/zones of operation
- Visited all employers and grew the collections base and membership while cementing relationships with employers.
- Deployed the C-speed mobile tool to all employers in the area/zones of jurisdiction.
- Inspected employers' records and premises to ascertain compliance and take appropriate action.
- Arranged and conducted sensitization addresses to employees in the zones of operation.
- Identified defaulting employers,negotiated with them, gathered evidence and recommended audits to ensure compliance.
- Prepared reports for legal proceedings and recommended to the Branch manager cases for litigation action and provided witness in courts of law.
- Compiled regular activity reports on contributions payment and suspense clearance status of all employers/members in the areas/zones of operation.
- Issued up to date and accurate member statements of accounts to all employees in the zone and responded to employer/member statement queries.
- Strengthened client relationships by actively listening to their needs and providing tailored financial solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless management of high-profile accounts, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
- Identified new business opportunities through diligent market research and analysis, contributing to increased revenue growth.
Data Processing Officer
National Social Security Fund, NSSF
2009.10 - 2014.06
- Streamlined data processing by implementing efficient workflows and automation tools.
- Enhanced data accuracy by conducting thorough quality checks and validation processes.
- Optimized database performance by regularly updating, maintaining, and troubleshooting system issues.
- Increased productivity with effective management of daily data processing tasks and prioritization according to deadlines.
- Facilitated timely reporting by accurately processing large volumes of complex datasets within tight deadlines.
- Reduced manual errors through the implementation of robust error detection and correction mechanisms in data processing routines.
- Served as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders regarding questions about data processing procedures and outputs.
Technical Coordinator Biodiversity
Ecological Trend Alliance
2008.07 - 2009.07
- Promoted and supported innovations and adoption of best practices aimed at curbing poaching, illegal wildlife trafficking and trade.
- Promoted tourism and ecotourism and other non-consumptive wildlife-based enterprises within protected areas and adjacent communities.
- Promoted and supported development and implementation of Protected Area (PA) Management Plans in line with internationally recognized best practices.
- Promoted and supported establishment of sustainable financing mechanisms (through public private partnerships) for efficient management of priority Protected Areas.
- Promoted and supported development and implementation of comprehensive Human Wildlife, and Conflict Management Plans for priority Protected Areas.
- Supported the development and implementation of flagship Species Management Plans.
- Provided technical leadership in planning, management, and implementation of biodiversity conservation and management activities.
- Undertook routine monitoring and evaluation of ongoing biodiversity conservation and management activities to track progress, document lessons, and assess their impacts on livelihoods of target communities.
- Coordinated preparation of policy recommendations and position papers to strengthen biodiversity conservation and management in Uganda
Education
Master of Science in Applied Environmental Science -
Halmstad University
Halmstad, Sweden05.2024
Postgraduate diploma in financial management management - Finance
Uganda Management Institute
Kampala, Uganda06.2007
Postgraduate diploma in Procurement and supply chain management - Procurement
Uganda Management Institute
Kampala, Uganda06.2006
Bachelor of Science in Forestry - Forestry
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda10.2001
Skills
- Project planning and implementation
- Report Preparation and dissemination
- Relationship management
- Leadership and coordination
- Computer skills(Ms word,excel, powerpoint)
- Budgeting and finance
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded the development of Bunyangabu district forest management plan
- Spearheaded the development of Bunyangabu district crater lake management plan.
- In a space of 3 years, I over saw the restoration of 4.5 hectares of encroached wetlands in bunyangabu district
- Increased active employer base in the central business area from 157 to 286 (82%) in a period of 4years b.
- Increased collections in the central business area by over 100% in a period of 4years
References
- Mr. Opige Michael, Executive Director, Ecological Trends Alliance, 0776 126126, 0414 666776, michael@ecotrendsalliance.org
- Mr. Kutambaki Swizen, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Bunyangabu District Local Government, 0774 314745, swizeku@yahoo.com
- Mr. Kazungu Bob, Principal Forestry Officer, Ministry of water and Environment, 0782 712196, bob.kazungu@mwe.go.ug
Timeline
District Natural Resources Officer
Bunyangabu District Local Government
2020.03 - Current
Relationship Manager
National Social Security Fund
2014.07 - 2019.06
Data Processing Officer
National Social Security Fund, NSSF
2009.10 - 2014.06
Technical Coordinator Biodiversity
Ecological Trend Alliance
2008.07 - 2009.07
Master of Science in Applied Environmental Science -
Halmstad University
Postgraduate diploma in financial management management - Finance
Uganda Management Institute
Postgraduate diploma in Procurement and supply chain management - Procurement
Uganda Management Institute
Bachelor of Science in Forestry - Forestry
Makerere University
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