Vacancy title:
Stakeholder Engagement 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:

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT OFFICER
Main Responsibilities

•  The job holder will be responsible for the Following activities; Stakeholder Engagement Strategy and Action
•  Plans: this involves participating in shaping, defining and implementing appropriate strategy. Actively support to handle the management and execution of the stakeholder engagement by the contractor For land acquisition and resettlement process tor the planning and implementation phases including Livelihood Restoration activities. Ensure good relations with
•  Stakeholders and work closely with Operational teams ncluding the ESIA and land access team to ensure minimal disruption, respect and good relations with stakeholders especially proiect altected persons.
•  Coordinate stakeholder engagement with a team ol
•  Community Relations supervisors and Community Liaison officers in the different areas along the pipeline route.
•  Maintain records of all stakeholder engagements, concerns, and grievances and lollow up on commitments.
  

Qualification and Experience

• Degree in Communication, Social Sciences, Anthropology or related discipline,

•  10-15 years oi professional experience in working with rural communities in Uganda, preferably within the area covered by the Future pipeline and terminal. experience in extractive industry prelerrecl.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain good relations with stakeholders including government authorities, local communities, industry, CSOs/NGOs and international organizations, negotiation, contlict 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 other relevant local languages essential