Land and Social Intern – EACOP Uganda

Job Title: Land and Social Intern

Organization: East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP)

Work Place: Kampala

Key responsibilities:

Land Acquisition and Title Research:

• Assist in researching and analyzing land titles and ownership to facilitate the acquisition process.
• Support the documentation of land-related information and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Community Engagement:

• Work closely with community leaders and members to understand their perspectives, concerns, and expectations.
• Assist in organizing community meetings and events to foster open communication and address community needs.

Resettlement Planning:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of resettlement plans, ensuring they align with regulatory standards and community well-being.
• Assist in the identification and documentation of affected households and individuals.

Social Impact Assessment:

• Participate in the assessment of the social impacts of the project on local communities.
• Collaborate with external consultants and internal teams to gather data and insights for impact assessments.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of land acquisition, community engagements, and resettlement activities.
• Prepare reports summarizing key findings, challenges, and progress in land and social aspects of the project.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Collaborate with government agencies, PAPS, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other stakeholders involved in land and social aspects.
• Facilitate coordination meetings and information sharing.

Compliance Monitoring:

• Assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance with social and environmental standards.
• Contribute to the development of strategies to address non-compliance issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing relevant degree programs in social sciences, anthropology, environmental studies, Engineers, Surveyors, and Community Development Studies) from recognized University
• Must provide an Introduction letter from the university and copy of student I.D.
• Must provide a partial transcript/testimonial showing current academic scores with a minimum of an
  upper-second degree.
• Must be available full-time for the duration of the internship period.
• Must write and submit an internship application letter.

How To Apply:

Interested applicants should submit their applications online via the link below:

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Application Deadline: Thursday, February 29th 2024