Graduate Trainee – Sociologist

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Social Assessment & Analysis

• Assist in the design and implementation of Social Impact Assessments (SIAs) and Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs).

• Conduct household surveys, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and community consultations.

• Analyze socioeconomic data and prepare summary reports and assessments.

• Support the identification and analysis of project-affected persons and vulnerable groups

Stakeholder Engagement & Consultation

• Facilitate community engagement processes, public consultations, and participatory workshops.

• Liaise with local government authorities, community leaders, and project-affected communities.

• Document consultation outcomes, agreements, and community feedback accurately.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare social reports, field notes, and client deliverables in a clear and professional manner.

• Maintain accurate databases of social data, consultation records, and grievance logs.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Academic Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology or a closely related field from a recognized institution.

• Must have graduated no earlier than 2024.

• Training in social impact assessment, participatory research methods, or project management is an added advantage.

Work Experience

• This is a graduate-entry position; no prior work experience is required.

• Experience with community-based research, fieldwork, or participatory methods gained during academic study or internships is desirable.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;

• Working experience with data analysis tools (SPSS, KOBO Toolbox, ODK) is an added advantage.

• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and written communication skills in English.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders.

• High level of cultural sensitivity, integrity, and professionalism.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents combined into a single PDF attachment via email:

• A cover/application letter addressed to the Deputy Managing Director — Finance & Administration.

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating at least three (3) academic/professional referees with their names, designations, daytime telephone contacts, and email addresses.

• Copies of relevant academic certificates and transcripts.

Submit to:

Subject Line: “Graduate Trainee - Sociologist [Application]”

Physical Address: JBN Consults & Planners Ltd, Plot 8189 Kira-Mulawa, Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: Friday, 1st May 2026

NB:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

• Handwritten, scanned and hard copy submissions will be dismissed immediately.

• JBN Consults & Planners Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

• Applicants must be eligible to work in Uganda.