Community Relations Officer at Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), Kampala, Uganda

Job Description

1. Lead in the coordination and implementation of programs to host sensitization
meetings and stakeholder consultations with host communities and other relevant
stakeholders and follow up on actions required.
2. Participate in development of appropriate Information, Education and
Communication materials for sensitization of communities and other relevant
stakeholders.
3. Provide input in review and development of relevant policies, legislation, standards,
regulations, and guidelines.
4. Establish awareness amongst the communities about the role and work of UNOC
5. Advise on societal related grievances to ensure that they are handled promptly and
professionally in order to maintain good relationship with host communities and
other relevant stakeholders.
6. Mobilize host communities to participate in relevant oil and gas activities and
programs.
7. Participate in regular field inspections and monitoring of operations.
8. Support land acquisition, compensation, and other grassroots social economic
activities.
9. Monitor implementation of Resettlement Action Plans and Community Development
Action Plans.
10. Monitor activities of 3rd party development partners and external contractors to
ensure that they are being executed in line with the UNOC standards.
11. Undertake any other assignment as may be required.
Qualifications & Experience
a) A Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Social Sciences, Social Work and Social Administration,
Sociology, Socio Anthropology, Sustainable Development, Community Development,
or related disciplines from recognized institution.
b) Minimum of four (4) years’ relevant experience working with communities.
c) Experience in developing and managing community programs.
d) Previous experience in oil and gas E&P operations including social development
projects is an added advantage.
e) Demonstrated experience working with a wide range of local stakeholders, NGOs,
donors, local authorities, local communities in an organization/business unit/project
with diverse professionals.
Skills and Competencies
a) Social Analysis and Issues Identification
b) Relationship Building & Stakeholder engagement
c) Research and information management
d) Report writing
e) Presentation Skills
f) Persuasion and influencing
g) Strong written and verbal communication skills
h) Ability to effectively engage across a spectrum of stakeholders
i) Coordination and collaboration skills
j) Self-management/resilience and emotional maturity
k) Program Monitoring & Evaluation