SOCIOLOGIST

INTRODUCTION;
Tanzania Geothermal Development Company Limited (TGDC) is a subsidiary company of The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) established in December 2013 and came into operation in July 2014 with a mandate to spearhead geothermal resources in Tanzania.

OUR VISION
To be the most competitive regional geothermal resources development company serving today and future generations with reliable, affordable and environmental friendly energy

OUR MISSION
To offer reliable and efficient geothermal energy development services to support the nation's development vision.
TGDC is mandated:

JOB TITLE:         SOCIOLOGIST (1 POST) - REF: TGDCIHRLO19 (RE-ADVERTISED)
REPORTING TO:     MANAGER ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
DIRECTORATE:     TECHNICAL SERVICES

POSITION OBJECTIVE
Responsible for undertaking Sociological work in the company projects and operations to comply with existing legislation as well as to improve the company's public Image.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1.    Participates in environmental impact assessment studies, in particular social impact assessment and social economic baseline studies;
2.    Liaises with consultants for valuation of properties and resettlement plans;
3.    In consultation with land surveyors and environmental engineers. be responsible for addressing pre- and post- compensation complaints;
4.    Coordinate implementation of Resettlement Action Plan (RAP),
5.    Coordinate social economic management and monitoring after resettlement;
6.    Review when needed all company projects documents associated with social issues:
7.    Closely liaise with public relations department and advise the company on intervention measures to improve the company's image to the public;
8.    Promote in-house awareness campaign on environmental and social issues and:
9.    Participate in public awareness campaigns, exhibitions and trade fares to promote energy and environmental management programmes of the company

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
•    Undergraduate degree in Sociology or equivalent qualification;
•    2-3 years of demonstrable working experience in Sociological work related to energy environment projects;

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
•    Business acumen and commercial skills:
•    Problem-solving skills, ability to analyze a case or situation and recommend solutions
•    Flexible and ability to work independently;
•    Excellent knowledge on basic ICT applications;
•    Good team player
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
•    Pro-active and capable of delivering excellent results while working under .pressure with tight' deadlines.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Permanent & Pensionable Including six months of probation.

REMUNERATION'
An attractive package will be offered to successful candidates.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
A detailed application letter clearly stating why you should be considered for the position, and how you will add value accompanied with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates testimonials and contacts of three Referees should be submitted to the address below, not later than 5th February 2015 

THE GENERAL MANAGER,
TANZANIA GEOTHERMAL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LIMITED,
P.O BOX 14801,
DAR ES SALAAM.
BUILDING, UBUNGO

Source: Daily News 22 February 2015