Socioeconomic & Human Rights Engineer - Advanced

ExxonMobil•Spring, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Socioeconomic and Human Rights Advisor provides strategic support to a project, operating facility or business unit, working independently on routine issues with minimal guidance and making impactful decisions based on skills and experience. The Advisor collaborates with cross-functional teams to plan and execute projects and initiatives, while managing risks and maximizing opportunities for mutual benefit to the company and the communities in which it operates. The Advisor will also collaborate within the team to create and refine processes and tools that promote effectiveness and consistency across the practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, in Social Sciences/ Sciences/ Engineering
Minimum 8 years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical or mining sector
Maintains a high degree of ethical conduct
Willingness to travel (business trips) and relocate to project locations
Strong leadership with demonstrated coordination and planning skills
Self-starter with results orientation
Ability to manage rapidly changing priorities and external events that impact business goals
Strong negotiation, influencing, and problem-solving skills
Proficient budget management skills with a strong controls mindset
Ability to influence without authority
Strong communications skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; persuasive with strong business perspective
Proficient in primary Microsoft Office programs

Responsibilities

Advise on complex Socioeconomic and Human Rights-related issues and the application of regulatory requirements, internal and external policies, standards and frameworks at an operating asset, business unit or project
Support or lead the identification and assessment of Socioeconomic and Human Rights aspects, impacts and mitigations associated with business activities
Develop strategies and initiatives for Socioeconomic Management, including: Human Rights, Community Engagement and Grievance Management, Cultural Heritage, Indigenous peoples, Community Health, Safety and Security, Land Use, Resettlement and Livelihood Restoration, Local Economic Development
Perform Socioeconomic and Human Rights-related fieldwork, including engagement, research and consultation
Manage data associated with implementation of Socioeconomic and Human Rights programs and initiatives.
Develop written content to support projects and initiatives
Develop strategic relationships with communities and local leaders
Ensure effectiveness of grievance management processes
Develop and monitor fit-for-purpose performance metrics
Provide support for the development and refinement of practitioner training and provide Socioeconomic Management guidance to non-practitioners