Graduate Trainee – Sociologist

Social Assessment & Analysis

•       Assist in the design and implementation of Social Impact Assessments (SIAs) and Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs).

•       Conduct household surveys, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and community consultations.

•       Analyze socioeconomic data and prepare summary reports and assessments.

•       Support the identification and analysis of project-affected persons and vulnerable groups

Stakeholder Engagement & Consultation

•       Facilitate community engagement processes, public consultations, and participatory workshops.

•       Liaise with local government authorities, community leaders, and project-affected communities.

•         Document consultation outcomes, agreements, and community feedback accurately.

Reporting & Documentation

•       Prepare social reports, field notes, and client deliverables in a clear and professional manner.

•       Maintain accurate databases of social data, consultation records, and grievance logs.

•         Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Academic Qualifications

•       A Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology or a closely related field from a recognized institution.

•       Must have graduated no earlier than 2024.

•       Training in social impact assessment, participatory research methods, or project management is an added advantage.

Work Experience

•       This is a graduate-entry position; no prior work experience is required.

•         Experience with community-based research, fieldwork, or participatory methods gained during academic study or internships is desirable.

Skills and Competencies

•       Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;

•       Working experience with data analysis tools (SPSS, KOBO Toolbox, ODK) is an added advantage.

•       Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and written communication skills in English.

•       Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders.

•         High level of cultural sensitivity, integrity, and professionalism.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents combined into a single PDF attachment via email:

•         A cover/application letter addressed to the Deputy Managing Director — Finance & Administration.

•         A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating at least three (3) academic/professional referees with their names, designations, daytime telephone contacts, and email addresses.

•         Copies of relevant academic certificates and transcripts.

NB:

•         Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

•         Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

•         Handwritten, scanned and hard copy submissions will be dismissed immediately.

•         JBN Consults & Planners Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

•         Applicants must be eligible to work in Uganda.