Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Senior Wayleaves Officer - Jobs in Uganda

Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Senior Wayleaves Officer - Jobs in Uganda

Objective of the Assignment
The Senior Wayleaves Officer will coordinate and provide oversight in securing consents from landowners leading to acquisition of right of way (Way leaves) for construction of electricity lines.


Scope of Work
The Senior Wayleaves Officer will coordinate the acquisition of required wayleaves under the EASP by undertaking the following:

Coordinate the development of the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) and Valuation reports including RAP implementation for the required wayleaves or right of way under the Project;

Play a key role in investigations regarding any claims made to MEMD during the course of implementing the RAP;

Close liaison with OPM on issues of wayleaves and right of way within refugee settlements.

Guide on all matters and formalities relating to acquisition of land for wayleaves purpose and for projects.

Play a key role in negotiating and clearing difficult wayleaves cases where MEMD’s right to enter on land and erect lines meets opposition from owners.

Take lead in reviewing all the documentation pertaining to wayleaves matters on behalf of the EASP;

Serve power line construction notices and obtain consents from project affected persons for each project in a timely manner;

Compile accurate records of persons affected by rural electrification projects;

Act as liaison point between the project affected person, contractors and project managers with regard to wayleaves issues;

Manage Grievance Committee meetings and resolve disputes over wayleave rights during project implementation;

Play a key role in liaising with the Office of the Chief Government Valuer to secure approvals of valuation reports in respect of compensation assessments for persons affected by rural electrification projects;

To regularly sensitize the population about wayleaves;

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


Person Specifications
Qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree in land surveying/ Statistics/Economics/ Property Valuation/ Social Sciences from a recognized university;

Master’s Degree in the Land Economics/ Property Valuation/ Social Sciences/ an equivalent from a recognized University/Institution.


Experience:

At least eight (8) years of professional relevant working experience in acquisition of way leaves for distribution of power lines, resettlement planning & implementation including community engagement and conflict resolution;

Demonstrated experience

in World Bank best practices and/or guidelines and procedures on social safeguards of at least two energy projects financed by Multilateral/Development Financial Institutions such as the World Bank, ADB, AFD, KfW, China Exim Bank or equivalent.


Competencies:

Technical

Leadership

Human Resource Management

Strategic thinking

Knowledge of land Policies

Analytical skills

Procurement, Disposal and contract management

Results oriented

Problem solving and decision making

Information communication technology

Financial Management


Behavioral

Assertiveness and Self confidence

Ethics and Integrity

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Communication skills

Self-control and stress management

Concern for quality and standards


Reporting Obligations
The Senior Wayleaves Officer shall report to the Project Manager, EASP-PIU.


Duration of the Assignment
The assignment shall be for a period of three (3) years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance.


Duty Station
The Senior Wayleaves Officer shall be based in Kampala and stationed at the MEMD with frequent travel to the project implementation sites / areas for monitoring or as and when 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 Senior Wayleaves Officer Jobs in Uganda


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