Posted: 2 November 2026
Tembo Nickel Corporation is involved in the development of the Kabanga Nickel Project in Tanzania. Located in Ngara District, Kagera Region, the project aims to develop one of the world’s significant undeveloped nickel sulphide deposits.
The company is committed to responsible project development, environmental and social sustainability, and creating positive impacts for local communities.
Tembo Nickel is seeking to recruit a qualified Community Engagement Specialist to join its Project Team. The position is based at the Kabanga Site on a 6/3 roster.
The Community Engagement Specialist will support the delivery of high-quality stakeholder engagement and community relations activities that strengthen the company’s social licence to operate.
The role provides technical, operational, and analytical support to ensure that engagement processes are well-planned, culturally appropriate, compliant with IFC Performance Standards, and responsive to community needs and expectations.
The successful candidate will act as a key interface between the company and community, private sector, and civil society stakeholders, ensuring that issues are identified early, addressed appropriately, and escalated when required.
Define and implement stakeholder engagement activities in line with the Stakeholder Engagement Plan, ensuring respectful, transparent, and timely communication with communities and government authorities.
Maintain regular contact with community, village, and ward stakeholders, documenting issues, commitments, and follow-up actions.
Define and deliver community-facing project activities, specifically in relation to two-way engagement and community development initiatives.
Serve as a day-to-day liaison between the company and local communities, ensuring inquiries, concerns, and feedback are managed promptly and sensitively.
Support Resettlement and Livelihood teams with engagement activities as required.
Identify emerging community issues, risks, or tensions and escalate them to the Manager Social Performance with recommended mitigation strategies.
Lead key issue resolution processes.
Support the development of key social performance plans, as directed by the Lead Government and Community Engagement. These may include human rights, gender, and social investment initiatives.
Assist in planning and implementing research studies and manage contracts, ensuring consultants are adequately supported and engagements are confirmed.
Coordinate with the Communications team to ensure consistent messaging and appropriate dissemination of project information.
Work closely with the Grievance/Data team to ensure grievances are accurately recorded, investigated, and resolved in line with company procedures and IFC Performance Standard 5 (IFC PS5).
Maintain accurate records of stakeholder engagements, commitments, and follow-up actions.
Participate in and, where required, lead HSE meetings, toolbox talks, and contractor engagements to reinforce a strong safety culture.
Ensure timely reporting and escalation of any HSE incidents related to Tembo Nickel operations.
Prepare weekly and monthly reports summarising engagement activities, issues, risks, and recommendations.
Ensure all activities comply with Tanzanian legislation, company standards, and international best practices.
Demonstrate full knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards and ensure all engagement activities are conducted safely.
Participate in HSE meetings and report any incidents or community-related risks.
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Policy, or a related field.
Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:
Significant experience in managing and overseeing community development activities and processes.
At least 7 years of experience in community relations, social performance, or related fields.
Experience working with multicultural teams and local communities.
Experience in mining, infrastructure, or large-scale development projects.
Resettlement experience will be an added advantage.
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CVs via email, clearly indicating the position title in the subject line.
Application Email: jobs@tembonickel.com
Application Deadline: 14 November 2026
Tembo Nickel offers a competitive remuneration package.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities based on merit.
No fees are charged to candidates at any stage of the recruitment process.
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.