Deputy Manager Social Responsibility and National Content Full-Time

Job Overview

McDermott’s Project Social Sustainability Deputy Manager is a key McDermott representative for the assigned Joint Venture Project. The deputy manager is responsible for day-to-day management of CCS JV’s social projects, in coordination with both the Project and McDermott’s Global Sustainability team.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development and implementation of the social sustainability on behalf of McDermott, in alignment with joint venture partners and client requirements. Areas include but are not limited to:
  • Community initiatives including microenterprise development and agricultural projects.
  • Building the capacity of local businesses to participate in global supply chains.
  • Management of company community events.
  • National content and vocational skills training.
  • Stakeholder mapping and engagement, particularity in the region of Cabo Delgado.
  • Grievance and complaints management.
  • Security and human rights (e.g. ensuring alignment with the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights).
• Day to day management including team, project budget and resources.
• Monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
• Coordinating and aligning with other functions, including Site construction management, HR, HSE, Supply Chain and Security.
• Work to CCS JV management systems.
• Promote business objectives including risk reduction, reputational capital, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with client contractual obligations, national regulation, and international standards, including the IFC Performance Standards, UNGPs, Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights, UN Global Compact, ISO 26000.
• Adhere to and promote safety and environmental rules and procedures.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Experience working to international standards (IFC, UN, VPSHR) and preferably working in international organizations.
• Team management and conflict management skills.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to effectively engage with local communities.
• Flexibility and willingness to live and work in a remote and dynamic field environment (on a rotational basis)
• BA/BS in international studies, social sciences, or similar field.
• Languages: spoken and written English, local languages (Portuguese desirable but not essential)
• At least 7 years of experience in corporate sustainability project execution, consulting or NGO program management is required; up to 10 years is preferred.

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