SAPA Lead Facilitator- Mbale

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in social research, participatory methods, and/or natural resource governance.
  
• Familiarity with the SAPA methodology (preferred) and data analysis.
  
• Knowledge of conservation and community dynamics in Uganda.
  
• Fluency in English and local languages spoken in the project area.
  
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills.
  
• Excellent report writing skills
  

Applicants must meet all the following to be considered:

• Legal registration as a consulting firm, organization, or individual authorized to operate in Uganda.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in conducting social assessments, participatory rural appraisal, or community-based conservation work.
  
• Demonstrated experience in working with protected or conserved areas, preferably in Uganda or East Africa.
  
• Proven track record of engaging local communities and stakeholders in participatory research or planning processes.
  
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in Karamoja, Uganda.
  

• Conduct preparatory consultations with stakeholders (community leaders, reserve managers, local government, etc.).
  
• Facilitate the SAPA stakeholder workshop(s).
  
• Coordinate household-level surveys and qualitative data collection.
  
• Analyze findings and compile a SAPA report with recommendations.
  
• Present results to stakeholders and incorporate feedback.
  
• Support the development of a simple action plan for social impact improvement.