Department Head - Community Relation
Responsibilities:
Develop PBCL’s resettlement framework and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) plans, ensuring alignment with RAP, SMMP, and EMMP while integrating resettlement needs into the project schedule and budget.
Act as the main liaison with local communities, government entities, and NGOs to coordinate compensation, relocation, and livelihood restoration programs.
Manage relocation logistics, ensuring timely completion of housing, infrastructure, and livelihood support initiatives (e.g., vocational training and agricultural programs).
Supervise implementation of environmental mitigation measures, including waste management, biodiversity conservation, and pollution control.
Oversee environmental and social monitoring activities, including baseline studies, site visits, and regular checks on water, air, noise, soil, and biodiversity indicators.
Establish and maintain grievance mechanisms for affected communities, resolving disputes related to compensation, relocation, and support programs.
Ensure compliance with Lao PDR legal requirements, corporate standards, and JV agreements across resettlement and environmental activities.
Collaborate with PBCL’s EMU, Social Development Section, and contractors to integrate environmental and social considerations into construction activities.
Organize training for internal teams, local officials, and partners on resettlement regulations, environmental management, and best practices.
Prepare progress reports and maintain comprehensive documentation on RAP updates, EIA findings, monitoring data, and community engagement records.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher.
More than 8 years of experience managing large-scale resettlement programs (preferably hydropower or similar infrastructure), including RAP preparation and oversight.
Solid knowledge of Laos laws, land acquisition protocols, and international social safeguards.
Proven ability to manage budgets, lead teams, and engage diverse stakeholders.
Exposure to EIA, environmental monitoring, and compliance reporting.
Strong negotiation, communication, and multicultural skills; Laos language preferred, English required.
Fluent in English both written and verbal (Minimum 750 TOEIC score).
Be able to work in Laos.
Goal–Oriented, Unity, Learning, and Flexible.
Full-time
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