Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building, and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.
Main purpose of position:
Currently we are looking for a Stakeholder Engagement Officer to be based in Upington in the Northern Cape. As the Stakeholder Engagement Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining stakeholder relations between Scatec and the community, implementing stakeholder management processes to mitigate project-related impacts, and overseeing the implementation of the stakeholder engagement plan to ensure effective communication and alignment with organizational goals for successful project implementation.
Main Responsibilities:
- Stakeholder Relationship Management: Facilitate stakeholder analysis, mapping, planning and stakeholder communication strategies when reviewing the Stakeholder Engagement Plan.
- Support Project E&S team in the implementation of the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP)
- Establish and maintain effective relationships between the local communities and Scatec
- Liaise with local community stakeholders on behalf of Scatec
- Engage, facilitate and represent Scatec in the event of public meetings
- Create a stakeholder database, develop and regularly update community profiles and expectations
- Assist in developing and maintaining a risk register detailing all the identified risks, their impact to the business.
- Support to community Investments: Review and identity potential Community Investment projects
- Support the monitoring and evaluation of the Community Development Officers in the administration and implementation of Socio-Economic Development (SED) and Enterprise Development (EnD) projects.
- Assist in building and maintaining relations with local media to effectively communicate the community projects invested in.
- Reporting:Prepare quarterly stakeholder engagement reports capturing the engagements facilitated and outcomes of engagements.
- Develop and distribute regular communications to stakeholders, including newsletters, reports, and updates.
- Monitor, report and evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented engagement plans by conducting thorough reviews of stakeholder feedback.
Qualifications And Competencies:
- An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree/equivalent or higher) in community development, the human or social sciences, or related fields
- At least 3-5 years of experience in facilitating stakeholder engagement within communities.
- Must have a good understanding of Stakeholder Management and familiarity with Scatec’s stakeholder landscape.
- General knowledge of local and provincial government practices, local policies, regulations, and community dynamics
- Language: Fluent in both written and spoken English & Afrikaans
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Must be able to establish relationships with communities and local government
- Must hold a valid driver's license
Personal characteristics:
It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:
- Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.
- Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritize and work independently.
- Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust.
- Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude.
For the particular role we also expect
- Must be able to work independently
- Must be well Organised and structured
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Outstanding management, communication, and teamwork abilities
- Highly skilled in social and intercultural interactions
- Strong mediation and conflict resolution skills
- Strong networking and presentation skills
- Effective coordination and facilitation abilities
We offer:
Scatec is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse, and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.
Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.
