WTS Energy Recruiting Community Relations Officer (Onshore)

WTS Energy are urgently looking for a Drilling Fluid Superintendent to work in Lagos Nigeria on an equal rotation. The client is an international E&P operator.

Job Title: Community Relations Officer (Onshore)

Location: Lagos

About the job

The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following tasks:

• Take on a public relations job that basically makes the company look good to the people living in the area where SCMF operates.
• Keep a listening ear in the community for what is said about the company and takes action to correct any misunderstanding.
• Make community contributions on behalf of the company and address conflicts/controversy immediately.
• Implement recruitment guidelines as approved by the HR leadership to ensure capturing the immediate populace as its workforce whenever    necessary.
• Assure the community that the company has complied with state and federal safety laws as it concerns environmental impact.
• Organize relief or help for families in need if a tragic event occurs in the community and also makes the presentation on behalf of the company.
• Recommend to company when it is wise to support local charities, NGOs and schools in the area of operation.
• Recommend to company when to help support the social, medical or financial needs of the Unyenge community.
• Visit community colleges, secondary and primary schools near the area and conducts seminars on career guidance and counseling.
• Participate in community occasions to represent the company, identify with the community and show solidarity to their causes.
• Issue press releases in coordination with headquarter public relations unit on any issue concerning health and safety of workers or its production facilities in the affected community.
• Is responsible for creating a variety of information about SCMF’s programs, services, and initiatives and distributing that information using the approved media platforms.

Requirements

• •    At least a Bachelor's degree in the Arts or Humanities, Social or Behavioral Sciences or its equivalent is basic.
• •    A one year experience in HR or PR functions is an added advantage.
• •    Professional certification from NIPR or its equivalent may be considered.
• •    At least 3 years’ previous experience in community relations function in an oil and gas company is a benefit.
• •    Demonstrated experience in working with the media and community partnerships is added advantage.

Method of Application
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Application Deadline: Not specified