Our client in the mining sector seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed employee for the position of Lead – Resettlement (RAP Manager) to join the versatile Feasibility Study (FS) Team.
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reporting To: Feasibility Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) for outstanding and future land acquisition and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, regulations of the Government of Zambia
Implement a Resettlement Action Plan report according to the requirements of project.
Present the Resettlement Action Plan report and assist the Feasibility Manager with presentation of the project to public, relevant Zambian government authorities and other stakeholders.
Ensure that the Project Affected Person/s are properly consulted and adequately resettled and compensated. This task entails among other things, implementation of compensation rates in consultation with local governments, land authorities and community organizations.
Effectively manage interfaces between departments and sections – e.g. coordination between social / resettlement and database management, survey/GIS, stakeholder engagement, land surveying, economic modelling, environment, etc
Develop and maintain procedures for detailed internal monitoring and evaluation of livelihood impacts from resettlement and take corrective action where necessary.
Champion the establishment of community – based reviews and monitoring for resolution of current resettlement issues
Facilitate and document resettlement completion audits.
Manage land issues.
Maintain good collaboration with stakeholders such as local communities, authorities, relevant government departments and within the company
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
Experience: 8 years plus
Education Level: Degree
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Land Administration, or equivalent disciplines.
Knowledge Of: Management of land/resettlement budgets is key. Land survey/GIS/mapping systems will be an added advantage.
Skills To: Strong verbal and written communication
Ability To: Preparation, management and execution of resettlement programs for road construction, mining projects, infrastructure projects and other investment projects.
Other Requirements: Must have demonstrable experience in compiling professional reports that meet applicable technical requirements including land data management.
ORGANISATION
Industry: Mining
Culture: Dynamic
Gender Profile: Mixed
Age Profile: Any
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Employment: Permanent
Location: Solwezi, Zambia
Remuneration: Negotiable
To apply for this job email your details to bronwyn@cvpeopleafrica.com
Closing Date : 19th July, 2024.
