Social Scientist

Mass Staffing Projects; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy seeks a Social Scientist to enhance social performance management across projects. The role involves conducting socio-economic assessments, proposal writing, and technical reporting, with opportunities for international travel. Ideal candidates will possess strong report writing, planning, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in economic assessments would be advantageous.
• Proficient in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and passport required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct socio-economic impact assessments for various projects.
• Write proposals and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and manage project deadlines.

Skills

Socio-economic impact assessments

Report writing

Verbal communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Job description

Our client, a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy, is looking for a Social Scientist. The successful candidate will be responsible for the social performance management aspect of projects.

Responsibilities :

• Socio-economic impact assessments
• Proposal writing
• Technical reporting

Requirements

• Experience in economic assessments would be advantageous
• Proficient in English (additional language skills will be an added advantage)
• Valid driver’s license and passport
• Own transport
• Able to travel internationally
• Strong report writing and verbal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet project deadlines
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills
• Seeking a long-term career opportunity