Our team is currently looking for a Public and Government Affairs Coordinator II for a client in the Oil and Gas industry.
The P&GA Coordinator is responsible for implementing policies and programs and coordinating community affairs strategies and activities necessary to progress company projects/initiatives. This includes supporting all P&GA programs and projects in a timely manner to support production activities on site.
Education:
University Diploma or Degree in a relevant field.
Experience:
10-20 years’ experience with moderate supervision.
Strong background in social anthropology, lands, development communication, humanities, environment and sustainable development or social/community development.
Significant experience in dispute management and multi-cultural environments
Expertise in land acquisition, dispute resolution, and compensation.
Skills:
Knowledge of local government systems and legislation.
Proficiency in program planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring.
Strong report writing and presentation skills.
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships at all levels.
Capacity to work independently and adapt creatively to resolve community issues.
1. Coordination and Planning:
Develop and execute plans for land management, compensation, leadership recognition, benefits, industrial relations, social/community development, and information management.
Create and manage landowner engagement strategies and implementation programs.
Liaise with Socioeconomic team on stakeholder engagement.
Lead on-site coordination and planning of start-up activities.
2. Security and Issue Resolution:
Assess and address security issues related to field engagement.
Oversee resolution of community and landowner grievances, including discussions, documentation, and reporting.
3. Community Engagement:
Conduct frequent community affairs patrols to ensure best practices in landowner engagement and awareness.
Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies for statutory compliance.
4. Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure adherence to SSHE standards for incident-free operations.
Provide weekly and exceptional reports to management.
5. Training and Staff Management:
Undertake staff training and development.
Manage relationships with Village Liaison Officers and ensure they effectively connect communities with the management team.
6. Land Management:
Oversee land activities, ensuring they adhere to policies and procedures.
Manage land compensation payments according to established guidelines.