Head of Social Development and Resettlement (Hydropower)

SMEC; Peshawar City Tehsil; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Chief Social Development and Resettlement Specialist in KPK, Pakistan. The role involves leading social safeguard, resettlement, and community engagement activities for a hydropower project, requiring expertise in social impact assessment and compliance with relevant policies. Suitable candidates should have 15+ years of experience and a Master’s degree in social sciences. Effective stakeholder engagement and relationship building are key aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience.
• At least 5 years in social safeguard and resettlement-related activities.
• Proven experience preparing and implementing RAPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and implementation of Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs).
• Conduct social assessments and safeguard analyses as per requirements.
• Oversee monitoring and evaluation of safeguard measures.

Skills

Social impact assessment

Resettlement planning

Stakeholder engagement

Community consultation

Education

Master’s degree in social sciences or a related discipline

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Chief Social Development and Resettlement Specialist in KPK, Pakistan. The role involves leading social safeguard, resettlement, and community engagement activities for a hydropower project, requiring expertise in social impact assessment and compliance with relevant policies. Suitable candidates should have 15+ years of experience and a Master’s degree in social sciences. Effective stakeholder engagement and relationship building are key aspects of this position.