Public Relations Officer at SeaOwl Energy Services

On behalf of our Client in the Extractives sector, we are looking for a competent Public Relations Officer to join our Team at our Clients operations on Site in their Corporate Affairs Department. The ideal candidate will be a hard-working professional able to undertake a variety of assigned tasks and work diligently under pressure. .

Main Responsibilities
Reporting to the Public Relations Coordinator the job holder will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Execute public relations strategies of the company in Block-I to ensure the good image of the affiliate and the Group
• Organise and supervise the official visits in the operated areas
• Contribute to establishment and maintenance of a media network in the districts of the operated areas under the supervision of the external communication coordinator
• Contribute to establishment and maintenance of a network of local stakeholders in relation with the Community Liaison Officers
• Liaise with and answer enquiries from stakeholders such as media, community members and leaders under the supervision of the Corporate Affairs Manager
• Implement an integrated strategic communication plan to advance the companies relationship with key stakeholders in the Albertine-Graben region
• Organize and coordinating field visits at Company exploration area
• Liaise with cross functional teams
• Promote and increase the visibility of company activities, policies and initiatives in the region
• Foster community relations through events such as, meetings, open days and through involvement in community initiatives, in relation with the Community Liaison Officers, Tourism Liaison Officers
• Develop and maintain a database of media contacts and manage media engagements in the regions
• Develop and design key messages to effectively impact the targeted stakeholders (interpretation, illustrations, choice of medium, leaflets and videos and others)
• Distribute press releases to targeted audiences
• Assigned other duties that may arise

Qualifications & Experience
• University Degree in mass communication/public relations
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• Knowledge and ability to write and communicate in English (a must), Alur and/or Luo (an added advantage)
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to live in and adapt to a remote environment.
• Excellent organizational, scheduling and planning skills
• Self-confident and sociable — ability to network effectively.
• Proven experience in dealing with and writing for the media including an interest in current news coverage.
• Proven experience in researching, writing and managing the production of publications;
• Well-developed computer skills, including proven ability to maintain/update websites, and a demonstrated understanding of the internet, social media, multi-media tools and desktop publishing.
• An understanding of the activities in the oil and gas sector, Government and civil society
• Ability to prioritize and think creatively
• Possess good problem-solving skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency required, including Excel, Word, Photoshop and PowerPoint.

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