Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Sociology, Anthropology, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Communications or a related discipline from a recognized institution. A diploma qualification with strong directly relevant experience may be considered.
Minimum of 5 years' progressively responsible experience in community relations, stakeholder engagement, social performance or community development, preferably within oil and gas, extractives, energy, infrastructure or other large-scale project environments.
Demonstrated field-based experience engaging host communities, local leaders, county and sub-county administration, civil society groups and contractors in operational or project settings.
Proven experience in managing community grievances, documenting stakeholder engagements, tracking commitments and supporting timely resolution of sensitive community issues.
Experience in stakeholder mapping, community sensitization, conflict prevention, issue escalation and provision of field intelligence to support operational decision-making will be a strong advantage.
Good understanding of social performance requirements, human rights principles, community engagement practice and grievance management approaches applicable to upstream oil and gas or similarly sensitive operating environments.
Knowledge of the Turkana operating context, including local community dynamics, cultural protocols and stakeholder expectations, will be a distinct advantage.
Experience supporting local content, community investment, land access-related engagement, or multi-stakeholder engagement processes in line with company commitments and good international industry practice will be an added advantage.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to build trust, credibility and constructive partnerships with host communities, local leaders, government representatives, civil society actors and contractors.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex project information clearly, facilitate dialogue, manage expectations and deliver consistent community-facing messages.
Strong conflict prevention, negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to de-escalate tensions, support mediation processes and contribute to practical resolution of sensitive community issues.
Sound grievance management capability, including complaint intake, documentation, tracking, follow-up, feedback and close-out in a fair, respectful and transparent manner.
Ability to conduct stakeholder mapping, read community dynamics, gather field intelligence and identify emerging social risks and opportunities that may affect operations or project delivery.
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity, sound judgement and political awareness, with the ability to work respectfully and effectively within diverse community settings and local leadership structures in Turkana.
Strong planning, coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple field activities, maintain accurate records, track commitments and follow through on agreed actions.
Good report writing and documentation skills, including preparation of engagement records, issue logs, stakeholder updates and concise field reports to support management decision-making.
Ability to work collaboratively across Social Performance, Local Content, Land Access, Communications, Operations, HSE and contractors to ensure aligned action and delivery of community-facing commitments.
Good understanding of social performance principles, human rights, community engagement standards and good international industry practice relevant to upstream oil and gas operations.
Demonstrated personal integrity, reliability and teamwork, with a commitment to Gulf Energy's values, safe working practices, respectful engagement and delivery on commitments.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other basic digital tools for data capture, reporting, stakeholder records and communication; ability to speak local languages used in the area of operations will be an added advantage.
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