External Relations Officer (Makueni Agrihub)

Job title: EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER (MAKUENI AGRIHUB)
Location: Makueni, Kenya
Job reference #: 33695
Contract type: Fixed-term
Language requirements: English (advanced); Kiswahili (advanced)

At Eni, we are seeking an External Relations Officer (Makueni Agrihub) to join Eni Natural Energies Kenya EPZ Ltd. (ENEK) in Makueni. Reporting to the External Relations Manager, you will provide essential support in stakeholder engagement with governmental authorities, ministries, national and county governments, and community members, as well as in public information, data management, and administrative coordination. You will contribute to the effective implementation of ENEK’s projects and initiatives while ensuring alignment with company policies, industry standards, and local regulations.

About Eni Natural Energies Kenya EPZ Ltd

Eni Natural Energies Kenya EPZ Ltd is an energy company committed to supporting a just energy transition through agricultural development, with the aim of preserving our planet and promoting efficient and sustainable access to energy for all. Our work is driven by passion and innovation, built on our unique strengths and expertise, and founded on respect for the equal dignity of every individual. We recognise diversity as a key value for human development and uphold responsibility, integrity and transparency in all our actions.

We focus on the development of sustainable oilseed crops, including castor beans cultivated on degraded land, croton trees grown within agroforestry systems, and other agro-industrial by-products such as cottonseed. The project also includes the construction of agro-processing facilities known as Agri-Hubs, where oil is extracted from non-edible oilseeds and used as feedstock for biorefineries producing biofuels. These Agri-Hubs generate income, improve market access, and serve as centres for training and technical support. They promote sustainable agriculture, soil regeneration, food security, and Kenya's decarbonisation efforts.

Main responsibilities:

• Ensure ENEK maintains strong relationships with all relevant stakeholders and complies with applicable regulations.
• Support stakeholder engagement activities by scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and maintaining communication logs with key stakeholders, including communities, government agencies, and NGOs.
• Assist in engaging with external stakeholders and providing accurate information through the organisation of regular briefings and bilateral meetings.
• Collaborate with local communities to support the efficient and timely implementation of ENEK’s projects and initiatives.
• Act as the focal point for partner relations and community liaison activities related to ENEK’s projects and engagements with local communities.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of stakeholder communications by collecting and organising relevant data, maintaining records, and supporting reporting processes.
• Prepare reports and presentations by compiling information, drafting summaries, and ensuring document accuracy.
• Assist in organising training sessions, including managing logistics, invitations, and follow-up communications.
• Maintain and update databases related to the External Relations Department, ensuring the timely tracking of activities and outcomes.
• Stay abreast of current affairs and gather relevant information and updates from public authorities that may affect ENEK’s business and projects.
• Assist in planning and implementing communication strategies that promote support for ENEK’s operations among external stakeholders.

Skills and experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Communications, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in communications, external relations, community development, stakeholder engagement, or administrative coordination.
• Experience in preparing and delivering reports and presentations.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively across diverse cultures and stakeholder groups.
• Experience working across diverse teams, with the flexibility and adaptability to adjust to changing priorities and environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

How to apply:

• Applications are only accepted through our online application system.
• Please upload your CV in English.

About Eni

Eni is a global energy company operating in 61 Countries, with over 30,000 employees. Originally an oil & gas company, it has evolved into an integrated energy company, playing a key role in ensuring energy security and leading the energy transition. Eni's goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through the decarbonization of its processes and of the products it sells to its customers. In line with this goal, Eni invests in the research and development of technologies that can accelerate the transition to increasingly sustainable energy. Renewable energy sources, bio-refining, carbon capture and storage are only some examples of Eni's areas of activity and research. In addition, the company is exploring game-changing technologies such as fusion energy – a technology based on the physical processes that power stars and that could generate safe, virtually limitless energy with zero emissions.

Working at Eni

At Eni we believe in enterprising people, capable of making a difference and making their contribution with passion and innovation, to respond to the global challenges of the energy transition. For us, the skills and attitudes of each individual, continuous training, and diversity and inclusion are fundamental. We promote flexible ways of working with particular attention to well-being, welfare and work life-balance. Eni will evaluate applications considering plurality and diversity as sources of enrichment. If your application is assessed to be among those most in line with the required profile, you will be contacted to continue the selection process. Whatever your ambition, at Eni you can find the tools to make it happen.

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