Job Title: Land and Social Graduate Trainee (No Experience Jobs)
Organisation: East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project is a midstream development located across Uganda and Tanzania that includes a nearshore marine storage and export terminal (MST). Once completed, the EACOP Company will operate the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, a 1,443 km long, electrically heated crude oil export pipeline that transports oil from Kabaale – Hoima in Uganda to the Chongoleani Peninsula near Tanga Port in Tanzania for crude export to international markets.
Job Summary: The Land and Social Graduate Trainee at EACOP will be instrumental in supporting the organization’s initiatives related to Land and Social performance and community engagement and development. This position offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about responsible project development, inclusive and social impact.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
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
- Support the provision of response to community grievances, ensuring that concerns are properly documented and addressed in a timely manner.
- Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of social performance indicators, including livelihood restoration and community development programs.
- Promote awareness and understanding of EACOP’s land and social commitments within communities and among local leaders.
- Support field teams in conducting socio-economic surveys and data collection for ongoing monitoring efforts.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (e.g., Social sciences, Land Economics, Land Surveying, Anthropology, Community Development Studies).
- Strong interest in land issues, community engagement, and social impact.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to conduct fieldwork and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Familiarity with social impact assessment and resettlement principles is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute positively to EACOP’s social and land access objectives.
How to Apply:
The qualifying applicant must submit his/her Curriculum Vitae CV and a Cover Letter explaining why he/she is the suitable candidate for the position. Please submit your application only through;
Deadline: 9th May 2025
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