Senior Social Performance Adviser at FIRST E&P Limited

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. The 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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