Stakeholder Management Manager – Oil and Gas Sector

SUMMARY:
To develop, implement, and manage strategies for effective stakeholder engagement in South Africa’s oil and gas sector.

POSITION INFO:

Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder interactions and engagement activities in a centralised database (Sharepoint).
• Prepare detailed reports on stakeholder feedback, MPRDA, NEMA, NWA, and UPRDA compliance efforts (e.g., SLP implementation), and ESG compliance for senior management review.
• Track key metrics related to ESG performance, such as emissions reductions and power and water resource management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Environmental Science, Social Science, Political Science, Communications or a related field. Postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in stakeholder relations within the oil and gas or extractive industries.
• Proficiency in English and at least one local language relevant to the area of operation (list the languages required)

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license for travel to remote sites.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours as required by community engagements or emergencies.
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight for periods of time while executing projects and managing stakeholder engagement initiatives.

Key Perfomance Indicators

• Compliance with MPRDA, NEMA, NWA, and UPRDA and associated regulations including SLP implementation.
• Effectiveness of stakeholder engagement strategies measured through feedback surveys.
• Successful implementation of community development projects aligned with ESG goals within budget timelines.
• Reduction in grievances or conflicts among stakeholders through proactive issue management, as well as time taken to resolve the grievances.
• Positive perception of the company among stakeholders based on sentiment analysis related to ESG commitments.