Vacancy title:
Community Development And Livelihood Restoration Officer

Jobs at:
East Africa Crude Oil Pipeline

Deadline of this Job:
30th August 2018

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: 20th August 2018 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time

During the construction phase, the EACOP will create employment benefits in the form of thousands of jobs throughout the pipeline route.

JOB DETAILS:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND LIVELIHOOD RESTORATION OFFICER
-Req: 13902BR
Main Responsibilities
The iob holder based on site will be responsible For the support to the execution of the community impact initiatives identified in the ESMPs, participate in the Monitoring and Evaluation 0F these to ensure compliance with International best practices such as International Finance Corporation (IFC).

Work closely with implementing contractors such as RAP contractor in the identification of both positive and negative Proiect impacts on community, household and individual livelihoods. ldentiiying livelihood restoration needs locusing particularly on land based livelihoods but also identifying other livelihoods that may be attected by the Project and the land acquisition process such as tourism, small businesses, and inlormal sector activities etc.

Leading engagement at the regional district and village level with government stakeholders and community representatives in the identification of livelihood challenges and opportunities for livelihood restoration. Under the direction of the Social Studies and Land Acquisition Coordinator, work closely with the RAP contractor to ensure respect of the contract and schedule for the development 0F the livelihood restoration plan and identity any drili lrom the scope or planning. The job holder will also be key in ensuring requirements for contractors as per the ESMP are adhered to for example those related to labor and working conditions, recruitment and training etc.

Qualifications and experience

•  Degree in agronomy, agricultural engineering, development economics, geography, demography, social sciences or related discipline.
  
•  At least I0-15 years professional experience in working with rural communities in Uganda, preferably within the area covered by the Future pipeline and terminal.
  
•  A minimum of 5 years professional experience working in livelihood restoration for the extractives or a related industry.
  
•  Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain good relations with stakeholders including government authorities and local communities. Negotiation and conflict management skills.
  
•  Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  
•  Good Computer skills; report writing and analytical skills.
  
•  Fluency in English [written and spoken) and Kiswahili essential, other relevant local languages an advantagee