The Sociologist will provide technical support in the design and implementation and monitoring of Safe Way Right Way Road Safety interventions in the Albertine region taking into account community attitudes and cultural aspects.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support the planning and coordination of all project interventions in the Albertine region.
• Plan and conduct research to develop and test theories about the attitudes, values, and behaviours of communities, using observation, interviews, and review of documents
Develop and strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders – community groups, leaders and other partners in the community, local government and civil society.
• Prepare regular reports, articles, or presentations as per the project requirements
• Identify existing and emerging social problems that relate to or affect road safety and recommend solutions.
• Coordinate with local leadership to promote government policies that relate to safety for all road users
• Promote the visibility of Safe Way Right Way and Total Energies’ activities in the region
Provide technical advice on monitoring and evaluation of the project activities on the basis of applied research, including community-based monitoring.
• Support the development, production and distribution of culturally relevant IEC materials
• Support the development, production and distribution of culturally relevant IEC materials
Support capacity building in participatory approaches and behaviour change communication
• Liaise and coordinate with service providers that support project implementation.
• Ensure all project activities comply with the Organisation’s policies Any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Professional Qualifications:
• A degree in sociology or a similar field is preferred. Atleast 5 years or more of experience in a similar position. Strong research and written skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good mobilization skills and ability to maintain good relations with stakeholders
• In-depth knowledge of program management and development procedures
• Experience in reporting and case study writing