External Relations Officer supporting stakeholder engagement with government authorities and communities, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, or Communications with relevant experience in external relations or stakeholder engagement, in an energy/agribusiness environment, on-site role in Makueni.
At Eni, we are seeking
an External Relations Officer (Makueni Agrihub) to join Eni
Natural Energies Kenya EPZ Ltd. (ENEK) in Makueni. Reporting to the
External Relations Manager, you will provide essential support in stakeholder
engagement with governmental authorities, ministries, national and county
governments, and community members, as well as in public information, data
management, and administrative coordination. You will contribute to the
effective implementation of ENEK’s projects and initiatives while ensuring
alignment with company policies, industry standards, and local regulations.
Main Responsibilities:
- Ensure
ENEK maintains strong relationships with all relevant stakeholders and
complies with applicable regulations.
- Support
stakeholder engagement activities by scheduling meetings, preparing
materials, and maintaining communication logs with key stakeholders,
including communities, government agencies, and NGOs.
- Assist
in engaging with external stakeholders and providing accurate information
through the organisation of regular briefings and bilateral meetings.
- Collaborate
with local communities to support the efficient and timely implementation
of ENEK’s projects and initiatives.
- Act
as the focal point for partner relations and community liaison activities
related to ENEK’s projects and engagements with local communities.
- Assist
in the implementation and monitoring of stakeholder communications by
collecting and organising relevant data, maintaining records, and
supporting reporting processes.
- Prepare
reports and presentations by compiling information, drafting summaries,
and ensuring document accuracy.
- Assist
in organising training sessions, including managing logistics,
invitations, and follow-up communications.
- Maintain
and update databases related to the External Relations Department,
ensuring the timely tracking of activities and outcomes.
- Stay
abreast of current affairs and gather relevant information and updates
from public authorities that may affect ENEK’s business and projects.
- Assist
in planning and implementing communication strategies that promote support
for ENEK’s operations among external stakeholders.
Skills and experience required:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Communications, or a
related discipline.
- Relevant
experience in communications, external relations, community development,
stakeholder engagement, or administrative coordination.
- Experience
in preparing and delivering reports and presentations.
- Strong
organisational and multitasking skills, with excellent attention to
detail.
- Strong
interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively across
diverse cultures and stakeholder groups.
- Experience
working across diverse teams, with the flexibility and adaptability to
adjust to changing priorities and environments.
- Excellent
written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
