Job description

Social Scientist Botswana
Competitive salary (hybrid working)
Gaborone, Botswana

Allen & York are excited to be working with one of the largest environmental consulting firms in Africa. Focussed on delivering sustainable environmental and social solutions across the UK and Africa, this is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded, passionate and innovative employer.

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic individual who will carry out social and resettlement activities throughout Africa.

You'll need to hold a post graduate degree in a field related to Social Sciences, Development Studies, Psychology or Anthropology. With solid experience of working in a similar role, you'll be able to demonstrate your experience in Social Impact Assessments and resettlement planning. You'll need excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently and within a team, and be able to build relationships both internally and externally to succeed in this role. A willingness to travel throughout Africa and elsewhere as the need arises is a must. Previous international experience would be beneficial in this role.

In return for your specialist skills and experience, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career and work with a great team within a diverse community, with opportunities to travel and work across Africa.

Interested?

Get in touch today by clicking the apply button or send an email to Justine at: jsanford@allen-york.com to find out more or to arrange a confidential chat.

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About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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