Field Stakeholder Engagement Officer (FSEO)

Our client is a premier global energy technology leader and the world’s first and only full-stream provider of integrated oilfield products, services, and digital solutions. Operating across more than 120 countries, they are a pioneering force in the global energy transition—developing advanced technologies that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient.

To support critical field operations and strengthen regional community partnerships, our client is urgently seeking to recruit a dynamic, high-caliber, and result-oriented Field Stakeholder Engagement Officer (FSEO). You’ll serve as the crucial bridge connecting project leadership with all county, district, and grassroots stakeholders—including local administrative authorities, community leaders, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). In furtherance of this, you shall assist our client by performing the following tasks in your assigned Work Area;

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Undertake key processes aimed at generating the social license to enable smooth implementation of operations;
• Act as an intermediary between our client and Host Communities
•  Represent our client in the communities’ and public events with a view to enhancing our client’s understanding of community dynamics and community needs.
• Develop and maintain close networks with local leadership – Paramount Rulers, Community Development
  Committee members and Youth Associations functional within the communities; Liaise with relevant local, state, zonal district, county authorities on issues to ensure good stakeholder relationships;
• Evaluate opportunities for social investment and assist in overseeing program execution.
• Gather information on social impact of Company operations on immediate communities and consult internally and with community leadership on mitigation measures.
• Advising Company on the culture and traditions of host communities
• Act as an advisor on the internal working of the host communities
• Develop and ensure an effective two-way communication network between our client and the core appointed
  district and county advisory committees;
• Provide business intelligence information and inform the Company about community activities that may impact operations.
• Must not misrepresent the Company before the communities.
• Participate in social investment programs.
• Ensure cordial relationships with host communities in line with Company compliance policy.
• Ensure proper applications are made to the compliance department and approval received before any monies are paid to any host community.
• Ensure homage to host communities is carried out in compliance with the Company operating standard.
• To be present (as the Social Affairs nominee) at any field visits approved by our client’s Management.
• Regular visits to rig locations where necessary to ensure operations are not disrupted.
• Keep up to date record of all Company/ Contractor community content related activities.
• Any other duty(s) as may be assigned by the Company Leadership.

Qualifications, Requirements and Experience;

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or any other relevant field.
• Must have at least 5 years of professional experience in stakeholder engagement, social performance, or
  community relations—ideally within the energy, oil and gas sectors or a Non-Governmental Organization in
  Kenya preferably in Turkana County
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain good relations with a wide range of stakeholders including local communities, industry, NGOs, and international organizations.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Build and maintain a network of local stake holders and informed parties.
• Ability to chair large community meetings.
• Negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• High computer proficiency, especially working with worksheets, word, and databases.
• Good report writing and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) and local languages

How to Apply: Send your CV and cover letter only to careers@oildrop.co.ke OR visit Oildrop Africa Limited careers portal at https://oildrop.co.ke/search-jobs/ to view the full specification and submit your application. Quote the Job ID and Title. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing on or before COB 20/10/2026

Equal Employment Opportunity: Oildrop Africa Limited is an equal opportunity employer. All positions require deep commitment to a zero-harm safety culture.

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