Job Overview
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and culturally adept PMC Iraq Liaison Officer to act as the primary point of contact between the project management team and local stakeholders in Iraq. The Liaison Officer will ensure smooth communication, coordination, and compliance with local regulations for a high-profile Oil & Gas pipeline construction project in Basra. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the main liaison between the project team, local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders in Iraq.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between local and international project teams to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Monitor compliance with local laws, regulations, and permitting requirements, providing guidance to the project management team.
- Support project teams in navigating cultural and logistical challenges to ensure smooth execution of activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local government officials, contractors, and community representatives.
- Address concerns and queries from local stakeholders, resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation related to local compliance, permits, and approvals.
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings, events, and discussions between local and international stakeholders.
- Provide regular updates to the project management team on local developments that may impact project progress.
- Support risk management activities by identifying and mitigating local risks related to logistics, compliance, and stakeholder relations.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience:
- 8-10 years of experience in liaison or stakeholder management roles, preferably within the Oil & Gas or construction industries.
- Proven experience working in Iraq or similar regions with a strong understanding of local cultural and regulatory environments.
- Skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent knowledge of local regulations, permitting processes, and cultural norms in Iraq.
- Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
- Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple stakeholder relationships effectively.
