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• Provide support in the implementation of the strategy/management
  plan for permanent and temporary land acquisition, compensation and
  resettlement.
• Implement procedures and processes for land acquisition,
  compensation and resettlement. Engage with Project departments and staff
  in the successful creation and implementation of plans to the address
  permanent and temporary land acquisition, compensation and resettlement
  issues.
• Engage with relevant regional, district and local authorities to
  keep them informed.
• Identify risks at the regional or local level to the implementation
  of the Resettlement Policy Framework and Resettlement Action Plan and
  alert management of these risks.
• Identifying risks and solutions for problems or issues related to
  land acquisition and resettlement that could put the Project schedule or
  activities at risk.
• Participating in engagement with all stakeholders including at the
  community level on land acquisition and resettlement related issues,
  representing the Project and ensuring messages passed are consistent with
  the overall stakeholder engagement plan.
• Under the supervision of the Land Acquisition Manager, work closely
  with the RAP contractor to ensure respect of the contract and schedule for
  land acquisition.
• Review and comment on draft reports and chapters within the required
  timeframe for comments – of the RAP contractor’s deliverables including
  scoping report and RAPs.
• Work closely with the Livelihood restoration Coordinators to
  contribute to the design and piloting of livelihood restoration programs.
• Monitoring the local level any land use issues, and changes and
  their relevance for project implementation.
• Liaising with the company’s security department and local government
  in monitoring encroachment and support the development of the strategy for
  managing encroachment. Providing oral and written reports to the Land
  Acquisition and Resettlement Manager as required according to the schedule
  required.

• The applicants for the TOTAL Land Acquisition Officer job
  opportunity should hold a Degree in Communication, Social Sciences, Anthropology
  or related discipline.
• At least 10-15 years of professional experience in working with
  rural communities in Uganda within the area covered by the future pipeline
  and terminal.
• Five years of professional experience working in land acquisition and
  resettlement in the extractive or a related industry.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to develop and
  maintain good relations with stakeholders including government authorities
  and local communities.
• Good negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Good Computer skills (proficient in Microsoft office)
• Excellent report writing and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) and Kiswahili essential,
  other relevant local languages an advantage.

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