Socio-Economic Specialist
On-siteBangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
Job Summary
Conduct socio-economic baseline studies and impact assessments for development, infrastructure, environmental, and industrial projects. Design and implement stakeholder engagement strategies, then plan, coordinate, and facilitate consultations, focus groups, community meetings, and public forums. Administer public opinion surveys and perception studies to analyze qualitative and quantitative data, identifying trends, risks, and community concerns. Assess potential social and economic impacts, prepare stakeholder mapping and social risk assessments, and develop mitigation measures and community development strategies. Prepare technical reports, assessments, and engagement documentation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate socio-economic considerations into project design. Support regulatory compliance and permitting requirements, build relationships with government agencies and local communities, and monitor engagement program effectiveness.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Economics, Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Policy, Development Studies, Anthropology, Environmental Planning, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in socio-economic assessment, stakeholder engagement, and public opinion survey implementation
- Demonstrated experience conducting stakeholder consultations, community engagement programs, and public participation initiatives
- Experience designing, managing, and analyzing public opinion surveys and socio-economic research studies
- Strong understanding of social impact assessment methodologies and stakeholder engagement best practices
- Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques
- Experience preparing technical reports, presentations, and stakeholder engagement documentation
- Strong communication, facilitation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholder groups, including government agencies, local communities, and private sector organizations
- Strong project management and organizational skills
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