Territorial Development Senior Manager (M/F)

About the role

A multinational company operating in the oil and gas sector is hiring a Territorial Development Senior Manager in Afungi, Mozambique. Reporting to the Social Performance Vice President/Director and the Country Chair and Managing Director of Mozambique, the role covers social performance, stakeholder engagement, land access and resettlement at the project site.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement tactical plans for stakeholder engagement, land access and cultural heritage management, and implement objectives of the project site social performance program.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with communities, government, civil society organisations and community-based organisations.
• Implement stakeholder engagement plans, including communication and grievance mechanisms.
• Manage the interface with Area 4 at the project site level.
• Oversee land access and resettlement programs, ensuring compliance, and manage the resettlement team, livelihood restoration programs and community collective and development fund.
• Develop and implement social investment initiatives and manage budgets, and lead and mentor the social performance team at site level.
• Ensure compliance with social performance regulations and prepare site performance reports.

Required profile

• Diploma in a relevant area for the job.
• Solid knowledge and experience in social performance principles, stakeholder engagement, resettlement best practices aligned with IFC, World Bank, AfDB and other international standards, social impact assessment and mitigation, community development strategies, project-induced in-migration management and relevant Mozambican regulations.
• At least 10 years of experience in complex, culturally and socio-politically diverse environments within the extractive industry sector.
• Experience living in the local area is an advantage.

Required skills

• Developing and implementing tactical plans and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Facilitating communication and consultation, and overseeing resettlement activities such as data management, compensation and relocation.
• Managing budgets for social investment programs.
• Leading and mentoring a team, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective team communication.

What we offer

• Salary conditions compatible with the level of experience and responsibility of the role.
• Opportunities for personal development.