ConocoPhillips is one of the world’s leading exploration and production companies based on both production and reserves, with a globally diversified asset portfolio. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ConocoPhillips had operations and activities in 13 countries, $93 billion of total assets and approximately 9,400 employees at March 31, 2022. Production averaged 1,747 MBOED for the three months ended March 31, 2022, and proved reserves were 6.1 BBOE as of Dec. 31, 2021.

In Canada, we can trace our history back over 110 years. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, our current investment programs are focused on the operated Surmont oil sands development in the Athabasca region of northeast Alberta and the liquids rich Montney unconventional play in northeast British Columbia. Our production averaged 94 MBOED in 2021 and proved reserves were 0.3 BBOE.

Our story demonstrates our commitment to the community, our innovative approach to technology and our adaptability during the changes faced by our industry. Within our Calgary office, we have implemented a Hybrid Office Work program, which offers eligible employees flexibility with the option of working remotely on Wednesdays and Fridays. We believe that diverse opinions, ideas and perspectives are what fuels innovation, and we reinforce this belief through a DEI Council of employees, a culture of psychological safety and an Engagement Network, to name a few. Our workforce represents the international communities in which we live and work, bringing together talented people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consistent with our focus on excellence, ConocoPhillips continues to discover and develop best practices in diversity, equity and inclusion – for the good of our enterprise, our employees, our vendors and our communities.

Description

Based in Fort St. John, the focus of this position is to support the implementation of ConocoPhillips Canada’s external relations strategy which includes partnering with communities to develop mutually beneficial relationships. This position will be responsible for working with both internal stakeholders and Indigenous communities to create opportunities for relationship building and understanding. This role engages with a wide cross section of ConocoPhillips workgroups and leaders to ensure ongoing communication and broad understanding of business and community values.

Responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with communities and be a community ambassador for ConocoPhillips
• Liaise with Indigenous communities regarding community investment opportunities
• Plan or support planning of events and participate in community events including ordering catering or promotional materials, volunteering in community, and helping with set up and clean up at events.
• Represent ConocoPhillips and attend and support various community meetings, events, field visits, etc.
• Lead and facilitate Stewardship meetings with communities, understand ConocoPhillips projects and support information sharing with communities about project information
• Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with Surface Land, Operations, Capital Projects, and Wells groups
• Facilitate relationship building for other team members, including leadership, with community members
• Support ConocoPhillips collaboration with other parties on regional programs and services
• Support organizational learning and development about Indigenous culture
• Work collaboratively with team members to create and support team goals
• Participate in strategic initiatives and goal setting to advance commitments to communities
• Emergency Response support
• Support training & employment strategies/plans
• Present data/information confidently both internally and externally
• Support local contracting opportunities and meetings

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in an external relations related field
• 3 – 5 years of experience working in the oil and gas sector
• Proficient with MS Office
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and navigate challenging relationship dynamics
• Demonstrated personal integrity and self-discipline, and ability to build trust and confidence
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Valid driver’s license (and driver’s abstract)
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis without restrictions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong collaboration skills
• Experience working with all levels of an organization
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of May 31, 2023.

This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the ConocoPhillips Canada substance abuse program and pre-employment health screening.

For information on our Sustainable Development performance in Canada, visit www.cpcsustainability.ca

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer.