COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICER

Fortuna Mining Corporation; Ilocos Norte; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortuna Mining Corporation is seeking a Community Relations Officer to develop and implement community engagement programs that strengthen relationships with stakeholders and local organizations in the Ilocos Norte area.

You will represent the company at events, coordinate outreach, and ensure community concerns are addressed effectively, while aligning with CSR initiatives and regulatory requirements. The role requires strong communication, event planning, and collaboration with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; 2-5 years in community relations or public affairs; excellent communication skills; strong interpersonal abilities; proven event organization experience; good project management and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms; able to work independently and in a team; willing to travel within the project area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community engagement and outreach programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local government units, NGOs, schools, and other stakeholders.
• Organize and coordinate community events, meetings, and public consultations.
• Represent the organization at community activities, forums, and partnership events.
• Respond to community inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a timely and professional manner.
• Identify opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, and CSR initiatives.
• Prepare reports on community engagement activities and measure program effectiveness.
• Coordinate volunteer activities and community development projects.
• Work closely with internal departments to communicate community needs and organizational initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations related to community relations.
• Support crisis communication and community issue resolution when necessary.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Event planning

Project management

Independent and teamwork

Travel willingness

Social media management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Social Work, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media platforms

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Community Relations Officer develops and implements community engagement programs that strengthen relationships with stakeholders, local organizations, government agencies, and the public. The officer represents the organization at community events, manages outreach initiatives, and helps ensure that community concerns are addressed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community engagement and outreach programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local government units, non-government organizations, schools, and other stakeholders.
• Organize and coordinate community events, meetings, and public consultations.
• Represent the organization at community activities, forums, and partnership events.
• Respond to community inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a timely and professional manner.
• Identify opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
• Prepare reports on community engagement activities and measure program effectiveness.
• Coordinate volunteer activities and community development projects.
• Work closely with internal departments to communicate community needs and organizational initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations related to community relations.
• Support crisis communication and community issue resolution when necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Social Work, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2-5 years of experience in community relations, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, or a related role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience organizing events and community programs.
• Good project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned community or project area.

Preferred Skills

• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
• Event planning and coordination.
• Report writing and documentation.
• Knowledge of CSR and community development practices.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with diverse groups.