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Community Engagement and Awareness

• Develop and implement community safety awareness programs related to electricity distribution.

• Facilitate communication between the company and affected communities to address social safety concerns.

Social Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Conduct social risk assessments to identify potential impacts on communities and propose mitigation measures.

• Develop strategies to address issues such as displacement, resettlement, and compensation in line with company policies.

Compliance and Standards

• Ensure adherence to social safety standards, including national regulations and international best practices.

• Monitor and report on compliance with social impact mitigation plans.

Incident Investigation and Reporting

• Investigate social incidents or grievances and recommend corrective actions.

• Maintain records of incidents and provide periodic reports to management.

Training and Capacity Building

• Organize and deliver training programs for staff and contractors on social safety topics.

• Build capacity within communities to understand and address electricity-related social safety issues.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with local authorities, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders to promote social safety initiatives.

• Represent the company in public forums and discussions on social safety concerns.

Emergency Response and Support

• Participate in the development of emergency response plans with a focus on social dimensions.

• Support affected communities during emergencies to ensure safety and well-being.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for enhancing social safety practices and propose innovative solutions.

• Stay updated on developments in social safety standards and integrate them into company policies.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Safety Manager or relevant authority.

Expected Outputs

• Comprehensive community safety awareness programs.

• Detailed social risk assessments and mitigation plans.

• Compliance with social safety regulations and standards.

• Investigated and resolved social safety incidents.

• Well-trained workforce and informed communities.

• Strong relationships with stakeholders and communities.

• Effective social safety components in emergency response plans.