Tullow Job Vacancy in Kenya : Community Liaison Officers

Do you have what it takes?

Tullow is looking for you.

Tullow Oil is Africa’s leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company and is a constituent of the London FTSE100.

The Group has interests in over 100 exploration and production licences across 25 countries focusing on four core regions: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America.

Working for Tullow Oil in Kenya, you will be given the freedom and responsibility to make a difference. We provide the opportunities to build a solid future within our rapidly
expanding portfolio and provide competitive rewards as part of our people strategy.

Our high level of employee engagement is also one of our key success factors that we want to continue building on.Tullow Oil is seeking talented, motivated, skilled individual to fill the following positions:

Position: Community Liaison Officers (12 positions)
Reports to: Field Supervisor, Stakeholder Engagement

Job Purpose: 
As the key site based representative for community and local government engagement activities; the Community Liaison Officer will manage and coordinate the day to day execution of community based activities according to business requirements and applicable policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities

Undertake active community engagement in order to obtain and sustain the social license and enable smooth implementation of operations;Actively seek feedback from the community, provide business insights and advise the company on issues and trends within the community that may affect operations.Develop and maintain close networks with local, country and sub county leadership.Develop and sustain an effective two-way communication network between Tullow and Local Authorities.Support permitting and compensation aspects in the areas of operation where this may be required;Engage with local stakeholders and Local Authorities regarding Community Development Projects and their implementation.Submit daily activity reports to line manager or his designate.Monitor interaction between sub/Contractors, locally employed persons and local communities and report any impropriety or Concern to the CompanyManage local stakeholder relationships through regular contact with local community representatives.Carry out sensitisation campaigns to educate the local communities on Tullow’s activities on the ground.

Requirements

Five years previous experience working within a community relations / development role; management of grievances at community level.Experience in the management of grievances and grievance management systems.Ability to develop and implement strategies (including key stakeholder engagement) to secure desired outcomes and support objectivesBuild and maintain a network of local stakeholders and informed parties.Ability to translate complex information into strong, easily delivered messages, including the ability to influence, inspire confidence and build trust at all levels.Excellent written and verbal communications skills.How to Apply

All enquiries and applications should be sent to:

Adept Systems Management Consultants
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Closing date: Wednesday 26th March 2014.

Applicants from Turkana County are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.