Communications and External Affairs (C&EA) Manager for BP Kuwait

Req ID 81114BRJob category Communications & External AffairsCountries (State/Region) KuwaitLocation Kuwait – Flexible - Kuwait

Role synopsis

C&EA Planning

• Delivery of key strategic priorities through world-class C&EA
• Develop a clear understanding of the BP’s operations strategy in Kuwait
• The capability to identify, assess and mitigate risks is critical to C&EA’s ability to deliver its core purpose
• Facilitate the enhancement of the Group’s reputation
• C&EA risk assessment and planning integrates with Group planning processes

Communication

• Interaction with local press and media
• Build relationships with the media
• Work proactively with reporters
• Manage press queries about all aspects of our business in Kuwait
• Preparation of briefing material for press office
• Corporate external communications and internal communications
• Work with senior management and facilitate the Media’s access to them

Government Affairs

• Understand the real mechanisms by which policies are made or can be influenced
• Identify, develop and maintain appropriate relationships at all levels of government/ KPC & KOC
• Deep understanding of the mechanics of government
• Capability to package BP’s business issues in ways that are meaningful for government/ KPC & KOC
• Ability to interpret government thinking for the needs of BP’s business
• Ensure BP’s integrity in all interactions

Corporate Social Responsibility

• Deliver shareholder value on a long-term basis by delivering an impactful corporate social responsibility program for BP Kuwait
• Work with host government to increase the understanding of managing the wealth that its investment generates
• Help reinforce and support creation of local employment and building the capacity and capability of local, third-party companies to act as suppliers and contractors to BP

Other

• The C&EA Manager will sit on the BP Kuwait Leadership Team and be responsible for day-to-day C&EA activities in country
• Support the Regional Incident Management Team, and Emergency Response Team in developing crisis communication and reputation management for BP in Kuwait
• Project manage planning and execution of events for BP Kuwait
• Ensure staff are engaged and aware of BP’s activities

Key accountabilities

• Support the BP Kuwait Country Manager on a day-to-day basis on delivering C&EA in country. Support the VP C&EA Middle East on delivering regional/group C&EA strategy.
• Manage the C&EA budget
• Manage contractors implementing work for BP Kuwait’s C&EA – including running fair, transparent and compliant tenders

Essential Education

• University education in relevant field

Essential experience and job requirements

• 15 years of relevant experience
• Excellent communication skills and able to engage internal and external stakeholders well.
• Dual English / Arabic fluency
• Awareness of cultural matters
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment with respect to diversity
• Dynamic, goal focused and career-oriented
• Aptitude to innovate and be open to new ideas
• Strong project manager

Other Requirements (e.g. Travel, Location)

Kuwait based, travel up to 10%.

Desirable criteria & qualifications

• Knowledge of oil and gas industry
• Ability to understand and priorities tasks independently and without needing day-to-day oversight
• Have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels and across different disciplines

Relocation available

Yes - including international/expat

Travel required

Yes - up to 10%

Is this a part time position?

No

About BP

BP is one of the world's leading international oil and gas companies. Through our work we provide customers with fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, lubricants to keep engines moving, and the petrochemicals products used to make everyday items as diverse as paints, clothes and packaging. Our objective is to create value for shareholders and supplies of energy for the world in a safe and responsible way. We strive to be a safety leader in our industry, a world-class operator, a responsible corporate citizen and a good employer.

Our Upstream segment is responsible for our activities in oil and natural gas exploration, field development and production, and midstream transportation, storage and processing.
At the same time, we’re investing in the talents of the 20,000 people who work to make these activities a reality.

Segment

Upstream

Closing Date

18-May-2017

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