Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Social Safeguards Specialist - Jobs in Uganda

Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Social Safeguards Specialist - Jobs in Uganda

Objective of the Assignment
The primary responsibility of the Social Safeguards Specialist under the PIU will be to coordinate and provide technical supervision, monitor and report on Social safeguards in line with the national laws and in conformity with the Social
Safeguard guidelines of the World Bank and international best practices under the project.


Scope of Work
The scope of work will include but is not limited to the following:-

Supervise the Implementation of Laws, Policies, Regulations, and World Bank guidelines for social safeguards management within the project.

Identify and incorporate social safegaurd and other cross-cutting issues in planning, design and implementation across the project implementing institutions, including for refugees.

Prepare reports (periodical reports, midterm reviews and completion Reports) and other documentation in regard to social safeguards across the project.

Monitor the implementation of social safeguard activities to ensure compliance with National Policies, Regulations, Strategies, Standards, Plans, World Bank guidelines, and agreed safeguard instruments (Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP), Resettlement Policy Framework/Resettlement Action Plan (RPF/RAP) and Vulnerable and Marginalized Groups Framework (VMGA) and how they are applied in RHDs in liaison with refugee stakeholders (OPM, UNHCR and INGOs);.

Identify common sources of grievances in the project, design and appropriate standardised redress mechanisms for

Supervise and monitor the preparation and implementation of Resettlement Action Plans (RAP), and Social Impact Assessments.

Supervise and coordinate community outreach, sensitization and mobilisation to ensure that the Resettlement Action Plans, Social Impact Assessment processes and Social safeguards are well implemented.

Supervise and coordinate post Resettlement Action Plans (RAP) and Social audit to ensure that all the social impacts are addressed.

Prepare social safeguard work plans, schedules and budgets to the Project Manager for consideration and approval.

Monitor regular social safeguards capacity development of Consultants, and Contractors during project implementation, including conduct of project awareness, communication and sensitization activities;

Supervise and coordinate the promotion and integration of social aspects such as gender, child protection, HIV/AIDs, social inclusion, land acquisition and compensation of the EASP.

Advise and/or participate in the design and implementation of operational mechanisms that take into account social opportunities, impacts, constraints and risks under the project.

Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Project Manager (PM) provided these duties contribute to achieving the development objectives of the EASP project.


Person specifications
Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences/Social Work and Social Administration/Development Studies/Counselling and Guidance from a recognised Institution.

Master’s Degree in Social Sciences/Social Work and Social Administration/Development Studies/Counselling

and Guidance from recognised Institution.


Experience

At least eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in social safeguards management four (4) of which must have been at a senior level in government or a reputable organisation.

At least four (4) years of relevant experience in the implementation of largescale projects in regard to social safeguards related work financed by Multilateral/Development Financial Institutions such as the World Bank, ADB, AFD, KfW, China Exim Bank or equivalent.


Competencies
Technical

Communication skills

Negotiation and mediation

Problem solving and decision making

Planning, organizing and coordinating

Knowledge management

Analytical skills and Strategic thinking

Information and communication technology

Stakeholder and community engagement


Behavioral

Assertiveness and Self confidence

Ethics and Integrity

Self-control and stress management

Flexibility

Concern for quality and standards


Duration of the Assignment
The Social Safeguards Specialist shall undertake the assignment on a full-time, EASP project-exclusive basis for a period of three (3) years renewable subject to satisfactory performance.


Reporting Obligations
The Social Safeguards Specialist will report to the EASP Project Manager/PIU.


Duty Station
The Social Safeguards Specialist will be based in the offices of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, Kampala, Uganda, with travels to project implementation areas / sites as and when the need arises.


How to apply

If your qualifications and experience match the requirements for any of these roles, please complete and submit your application via this link EASP Project Staff Recruitment Application Form.

All applications must be submitted to KPMG via the online application form at the link above.

Closing date for receipt of applications will be August 31, 2022.

Each individual can only apply for a maximum of two (2) positions.

Any candidate who tries to influence the recruitment process shall be immediately disqualified.

All applications will be selected on merit and only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. For any questions regarding the application process please contact the Executive Selection Division, KPMG on +256 312 170080 or +256 312 170081.


For more information and job application details, see; Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Social Safeguards Specialist Jobs in Uganda


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