Community Liaison Officer at Dorman Long Engineering Limited

Dorman Long Engineering Limited (DLE) is a leading infrastructure and supply chain services company, providing high-quality solutions to the oil and gas, power, telecommunications, and manufacturing industries. With over 75 years of experience operating in Nigeria, DLE has established a reputation for excellence, reliability, and innovation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Community Liaison Officer

Location: Tecimont, Port Harcourt - Rivers
Employment Type: Contract

Responsibilities

• Act as the main liaison between DLE and community leaders, ensuring timely and transparentcommunication on matters affecting the communities.
• Establish regular meetings with community representatives to discuss ongoing and upcomingprojects, and address community concerns.
• Communicate DLE’s policies, community development plans, and corporate socialresponsibility (CSR) initiatives to the communities in a clear and culturally appropriate manner.
• Mediate disputes and address grievances between DLE and the communities, finding solutionsthat are agreeable to both parties.
• Work proactively to prevent conflicts by identifying potential community issues early andaddressing them before they escalate.
• Implement and maintain systems for tracking and addressing complaints or concerns raised bythe communities.
• Assist in planning and coordinating CSR projects that align with both DLE’s goals and thecommunities’ needs.
• Support the monitoring of these projects to ensure they are effectively contributing tocommunity development and addressing any gaps or concerns.
• Ensure DLE complies with relevant community engagement regulations and policies.
• Keep the management team updated on community-related legal requirements and ensureadherence to these standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Public Relations, Community Development, or a related field.
• Certification in Public Relations, Community Relations, or from recognized professional bodies is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in community liaison/relations or similar roles, preferably in the oil & gas, engineering, or construction sectors.
• Experience working in the Niger Delta or with communities in high-conflict environments is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in local languages or dialects is an advantage.
• Experienced in building respectful relationships with communities, engaging stakeholders, and navigating local customs and power structures.
• Proven ability to manage and resolve conflicts, de-escalate tensions, and negotiate practical, mutually beneficial solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences clearly, empathetically, and effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills, with a track record of working productively with internal teams, NGOs, and local authorities.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented, with sound judgment and the ability to remain composed and professional in complex situations.

Application Closing Date
29th August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@dormanlongeng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.