Shaping the Future: Training Launch for the Talent Pool Reservists of SFE “Forests of Ukraine”

State Specialized Forest Enterprise “Forests of Ukraine” has launched training for participants of the updated talent pool.

Following the reorganization of regional structures, we renewed our pool by selecting 366 specialists from all branches. These employees are already preparing to take on key positions such as forester, chief forester, chief engineer, head of forest district, and head of production management. In the event of a vacancy, these specialists will be the first to be considered for the mentioned roles.

The selection process was comprehensive: we assessed knowledge of the regulatory framework and forestry processes, management competencies, as well as candidates’ motivation through surveys and testing.

The purpose of creating the pool is to help candidates acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for career growth.

The HR Department and the branch “Forest Training Center” have developed individual training programs for each position in order to most effectively enhance the required knowledge and skills.

The training, which will last until the end of the year, is divided into five modules:

1.Online courses on basic management skills: planning, organization, motivation, and coordination;

2.Professional development – improving specialized knowledge for the position. This module will include lectures and testing and will take 40 hours (one week). During this period, participants will be released from their regular duties. Lectures will be conducted online by experts from SFE “Forests of Ukraine” and professors from higher forestry education institutions;

3.Leadership skills: development of emotional intelligence, effective communication, and conflict resolution, with practical application of knowledge through video cases and real-life examples;

4.Testing to assess the acquired knowledge;

5.An individual development plan to help each participant continue their path of improvement after completing the training.

We realize that this is only the first step, and vacancies do not appear as often as we would like. However, we are confident that the knowledge and experience gained within this program will make every participant more qualified and better prepared for future professional challenges.

We are proud of our colleagues who have demonstrated their readiness to grow, and we wish them success in their training!