Director of External Affairs at Aker Energy Ghana

When you join Aker Energy. you join a diverse and experienced team. We are looking for dynamic and entrepreneurial people ttake an active part in this industry adventure. Bold and innovative ideas are welcomed at Aker Energy. The *get it done* team spirit and ambitious objectives will provide exciting growth and development opportunities for the right Candidate.

Our values are Transparent; Safe, Secure and Sustainable; Innovative; Decisive; Respectful; and Value. These values are an integral part of our company culture. and the right candidate identifies with these qualities.

Job Description

• Developing and implementing the Communications and External Relations Strategy which:
• identifies and manages political, public policy, stakeholder and reputational risks
• builds and maintains Aker Energy’s brand and reputation in Ghana
• Supports and leverages the benefits of Aker Energy’s CSR activities in Ghana
• Supporting Country Manager and Senior Management both in Accra and Oslin:
• effective stakeholder engagement tachieve corporate strategy and objectives
• building and maintaining government and broader political and non-political stakeholder relationships for the identification and management of political risk, stakeholder risks and regulatory/public policy issues that could impact the viability of the organisations interests
• Providing communications and stakeholder management advice and support for company’s crisis management strategies and plans.

Requirement/Skills

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in business, journalism, communications or related field.
• At least 10 years’ experience in strategic communications, media relations and/or public affairs for a major multinational or national organization.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry is a plus.
• Proven media relations skills and relationships with top-tier media; experience as a corporate spokesperson.
• Proven networking and influencing skills.
• High level of diplomacy, tact and perceptiveness.
• Strategic and proactive.