PlanetGOLD
TERMS OF REFERENCE: Jurisdiction and Landscape Analysis (JA/LA) Consultant
Location: Uganda (Kampala and field sites)
Status: Consultant
Deadline: June 10, 2026
Duration of contract: Approximately 35 days
Overview
The objective of this consultancy is to conduct a jurisdictional and landscape analysis in Busia and
Namayingo districts, including assessments of underlying drivers and governance systems, to generate
evidence-based recommendations for implementing a multi-stakeholder jurisdictional approach to
ASGM formalization and environmental management.
About IMPACT
IMPACT transforms how natural resources are managed in areas where security and human rights are
at risk. We investigate and develop approaches for natural resources to improve security,
development, and equality. We are an independent non-profit, collaborating with local partners for
lasting change.
IMPACT is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada and has offices in Democratic Republic of Congo,
Zimbabwe, Burundi, Uganda, and Côte d’Ivoire as well as representation in Burkina Faso and Mali.
About planetGOLD Uganda
The planetGOLD Uganda project is funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and implemented
by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). In Uganda, IMPACT is the executing agency,
in partnership with Uganda’s National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) and the
Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines (DGSM) under the Ministry of Energy and Mineral
Development.
The project works with mining communities to reduce the use of mercury in artisanal and small-scale
gold mining (ASGM) while improving environmental management and the livelihoods of mining
communities. Uganda is part of a global programme implemented in more than 23 countries. Learn
more: https://www.planetgold.org/uganda
The project aims to pilot a jurisdictional and multi-stakeholder approach in selected ASGM districts.
This requires a comprehensive jurisdictional and landscape analysis to better understand governance
dynamics, environmental pressures, and underlying drivers affecting mining landscapes.
Scope of Work
The consultant will undertake the following tasks:
Task 1: Inception and Methodology Development
The consultant will:
1. Develop an inception report outlining the methodology, work plan, and tools to be used for
conducting the jurisdictional and landscape assessments.
2. Identify key stakeholders including:
a. DGSM
b. NEMA
c. District Local Governments
d. Mining associations
e. Community leaders
f. Civil society organizations and development partners
3. Review relevant project documents including the Project Document (ProDoc) and technical
materials relevant to landscape assessment approaches.
Task 2: Conduct an Underlying Drivers Assessment
The consultant will conduct an Underlying Drivers Assessment to identify key social, environmental,
economic, and governance drivers influencing ASGM practices in the target districts.
The assessment will include:
1) Conducting directed focus group discussions with miners, community members, and local
authorities.
2) Carrying out structured surveys with key stakeholders.
3) Undertaking desk-based research reviewing existing reports, studies, and policy documents.
4) Identifying root causes of environmental degradation, unsustainable mining practices, and
barriers to sustainable landscape management.
5) Analysing relationships between land use, mining activities, governance systems, and
environmental outcomes.
Task 3: Conduct Governance Assessment Using the LandScale Tool
The consultant will conduct a Governance Assessment using the Sustainable Landscape Rating Tool
developed by LandScale.
The assessment will include:
1. Applying the LandScale methodology to evaluate governance performance within the target
landscape.
2. Assessing governance indicators including:
a. Institutional coordination
b. Policy enforcement
c. Stakeholder participation
d. Environmental management systems
e. Transparency and accountability
3. Conducting consultations with district authorities and national agencies.
4. Analysing governance structures influencing ASGM operations within the jurisdiction.
5. Producing a governance assessment report identifying strengths, gaps, and opportunities for
improvement.
Task 4: Validation Workshop in Busia
The consultant will support the organization and facilitation of a stakeholder validation workshop in
Busia District.
Activities include:
1. Preparing presentations summarizing key findings from the Underlying Drivers Assessment
and Governance Assessment.
2. Supporting facilitation of a one-day workshop involving:
a. District authorities
b. National institutions
c. Mining associations
d. Community representatives
e. Project partners
3. Documenting feedback and recommendations from stakeholders.
4. Incorporating stakeholder feedback into the final analysis.
Task 5: Development of a Jurisdictional Action Plan
Based on the findings of the assessments and consultations, the consultant will support the
development of an action plan to guide the implementation of the jurisdictional ASGM approach.
Activities include:
1. Facilitating meetings with key stakeholders to identify priority actions.
2. Developing an action plan outlining priority intervention, including:
a. Governance improvements
b. Environmental management measures
c. ASM formalization support
d. Stakeholder coordination mechanisms.
3. Defining implementation responsibilities, timelines, and monitoring indicators.
4. Providing technical input during meetings dedicated to action plan development.
Expected Deliverables
The consultant will produce the following deliverables:
1. Inception Report
a) Methodology and work plan
b) Stakeholder mapping
2. Underlying Drivers Assessment Report
3. Governance Assessment Report (LandScale Tool)
4. Workshop Presentation Materials and Workshop Report
5. Jurisdictional Action Plan
6. Final Consolidated Landscape Analysis Report
Required Qualifications
The consultant should have:
• A degree in Natural Resource Governance, Environmental Policy, Law, Public Administration,
or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in ASM, natural resource governance, or landscape assessments.
• Experience conducting jurisdictional or landscape-level analysis.
• Familiarity with governance assessment tools such as Land Scale or similar frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Uganda’s mining governance framework.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating stakeholder consultations and workshops.
• Excellent research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
To Apply
Send the following information by email to jobs@impacttransform.org by June 10, 2026
1. Curriculum vitae (maximum 3 pages)
2. Sample of relevant writing
3. Preferred daily rate
In the subject of the email please state: the position you are applying for and your name.
We thank all candidates but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume
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