Senior Social Performance Adviser at a Leading Oil Exploration and Production Company

We are a leading Oil Exploration and Production Company with active operatorship of prolific blocks and Oil and Gas Assets in the Niger Delta.

As a result of our new expansion and development programmes, we are recruiting experienced, passionate and resourceful candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Social Performance Adviser

Ref ID: SSPA
Location: Nigeria

Summary

• The Senior Social Performance Adviser will support in the overseeing of the delivery of community programs, lead field implementation, and manage the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework for all social performance initiatives.
• This role ensures that projects are executed efficiently, generate measurable impact, and meet all regulatory and internal reporting requirements.
• The role serves as a critical execution and learning engine within the broader social performance strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and on-ground implementation of social performance programs across host communities and emerging geographies.
• Develop and execute monitoring and evaluation frameworks, KPIs, and reporting structures for HCDT activities, social investments, and partnership programs. • Coordinate community interface activities including stakeholder consultations, townhalls, and grievance management processes.
• Track and document program impact, performance trends, and risk areas, and recommend course-corrective actions.
• Prepare high-quality reports for regulatory agencies (e.g., NUPRC), HCDT submissions, and internal dashboards.
• Manage data systems for field-level performance tracking and feedback loops to support learning and continuous improvement.
• Supervise field officers, third-party delivery partners, and local contractors to ensure quality, compliance, and accountability.
• Support internal evaluations and strategic reviews of FIRST E&P's social performance portfolio.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, Development Studies, Economics, or related field; Master's degree is an advantage.
• 8-10 years of experience in program management, community development, or social performance in extractive industries or development sector. Strong command of M&E tools and frameworks; familiarity with ESG and regulatory reporting standards.
• Proven experience managing multi-stakeholder field programs, including budget, schedule, and contractor oversight.

Core Competencies:

• Excellent report writing, data analysis, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Results-driven and detail-oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Comfortable working in remote locations and managing field operations.
• Ability to engage credibly with host communities, regulators, and senior executives.
• Familiarity with Niger Delta development context and PIA regulatory expectations.
• Strong problem-solving, adaptability, and project delivery capabilities

Remuneration
Attractive and above industry average.

Application Closing Date
16th December, 2025.