Job Openings at Oando Plc

Oando Plc is one of Africa’s largest integrated energy solutions provider with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigeria Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. With shared values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Passion and Professionalism (TRIPP).

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Enterprise Risk Management and Control Officer

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time
Reports directly to: Enterprise Risk Management and Control Supervisor
Reports indirectly to: Enterprise Risk Management and Control Manager

Job Purpose

• The Enterprise Risk Management and Control Officer's primary responsibility is to facilitate the achievement of the function’s objectives by participating in the execution of risk management plans and projects and new business opportunity data gathering and reviews.
• This job incumbent has responsibility for implementing the day-to-day tasks and activities of the department to achieve the group’s corporate strategy and business objectives. 
• This is achieved by conducting periodic and continuous independent risk assessments and evaluations, control reviews of the adequacy of business processes and controls as well as level of compliance with company policies and procedures.

Major Responsibility Area

• Participate in the identification and evaluation of business risks associated with strategic and operational objectives of the organization.
• Executes activities within the annual risk management plan and address risk exposures within the organization.
• Ensure proper documentation of risk work papers, findings and recommendations in accordance with the methodology.
• Participate in the execution of risk reviews and ensure efficient and effective execution of annual ERM plan.
• Ensure reports are timely, accurate, objective and constructive.
• Ensure compliance with applicable task methodology and provide improvement input to the overall methodology where noted.
• Monitor compliance with the laid down policies, processes and procedures.
• Review systems and procedures across all business areas and recommend improvements to existing processes and procedures, where appropriate.
• Attend to day-to-day operational issues within the department.
• Conduct confidential investigations on control breaches, as may be necessary from time to time.
• Perform other activities as assigned by Superiors.

Job Specification

• First Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other related area.
• 3 - 5 years of cognate work experience in a structured business environment with at least three-year experience in review of business processes, risks, internal controls and financial statements.
• ACA/ACCA/CIA membership and exam status will be added advantage
• Big 4 audit firm experience required
• Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Industry
• Knowledge of business process, risks and internal controls
• Knowledge of Risk Management and Internal Control Framework
• High level of self-motivation, determination and confidence in your abilities.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel. PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including good presentation and report writing skills.
• Passion for delivering an exceptional client service
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and clear logical thinking.
• A keen interest in the oil and gas and financial system combined with excellent commercial awareness.
• Ability to work to deadlines, under pressure, and the willingness to put in the extra hours when needed.
• Good analytical and organizational abilities
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with clients

Key Performance Indicators:

• Quality of audit documentation and work papers
• Timeliness of work done/investigations
• Quality and timeliness of review reports and updates

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2.) Economist

Job Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Reports to: Assistant Manager, Economics

Job Purpose

• The Economist will assist the Economics department in providing sound, efficient and commercially robust analysis for strategic decision making. 
• The individual will support in economic evaluations of projects, new business opportunities as well as periodic and ad-hoc re-evaluations of current assets. 
• The Economist will also be expected to undertake tasks including but not limited to operations performance monitoring, tracking commodity prices, monitoring current events relating the to the E&P industry, industry/market analysis & intelligence, trend/competitor analysis, and preparation of briefing documents. 
• The Economist is expected to possess the ability to understand and develop relatively complex models, understand Nigerian fiscal regimes, and assimilate a confident understanding of OER’s business and strategy. 
• As the Economist develops in skill and experience, the role is expected to evolve from a supporting role to a more autonomous role which will entail direct responsibility for specific assets or opportunities.

Major Responsibility Area

• Support the Economics department by providing analysis, sourcing data, preparing presentations & reports as required
• Update and develop models for commercial evaluation and decision analysis, as well as scenario and sensitivity analysis to assess various investment opportunities
• Assist in evaluating potential assets to ascertain viability for acquisition/divestment and merger targets
• Conduct comprehensive economic analysis to evaluate profitability / viability of projects, including production optimization and cost management strategies
• Generate in-house forecasts of relevant commodity prices and rates for internal planning purposes and decision basis
• Analyze fiscal regimes and regulatory frameworks relevant to the company’s operations, to assess their impact on business operations & profitability
• Track individual asset performance against budget and operational plan, and analyze production data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for enhancement in asset management
• Monitor commodity prices and industry & market trends.
• Update market information when required and contribute to reports on trends in the oil & gas industry, and OER operations performance.
• Conduct specific topical research and analysis as required.
• Comply with approved decision making and monitoring systems, processes, procedures & policies’ and ensure effective controls are adhered to in handling job duties.
• Support the origination, closing and on-going management of transactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specification

• Undergraduate Degree in Petroleum disciplines or Business / Economics or other relevant fields from a reputable University
• 3 - 5 years of post - NYSC experience in an operator environment (e.g. Economics & Planning); or a strongly numerical and analytical role in Finance or Asset Management
• Postgraduate degree in economics or petroleum or energy related disciplines would be an added advantage
• One degree level (either undergraduate or postgraduate) must be in Economics
• Talented, creative and with a strong interest in Business
• Basic understanding of petroleum economics and Nigerian fiscal terms
• Proven competencies in using Excel, Word and PowerPoint software programs
• Ability to understand and structure complex models and transactions, and to learn job specific software.

Core Competencies:

• Strong numerical & analytical skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Networking & Relationship Management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
• Excellent verbal, written & visual communication abilities
• Business performance monitoring and reporting
• Initiative and a keen/acute sense of judgment, decisiveness and self-discipline
• Creativity and innovation
• Basic understanding of oil & gas industry dynamics

Key Performance Indicators:

• Quality, comprehensiveness, timeliness and accuracy of data provided for analysis
• Quality and depth of analysis
• Accuracy and timeliness of output for decision making and to meet statutory reporting timelines
• Creativity and innovativeness
• Initiative and enthusiasm, constant self-improvement
• Adherence to policies, processes and procedures

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3.) Senior Drilling Completion & Workover Engineer

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time
Supervises: Drilling Engineer
Reports to: Wells Operations Manager
Main External Interfaces: Drilling Contractors

Job Purpose

• To co-ordinate preparation of drilling, completion and workover engineering programmes based on modern and effective techniques and with emphasis on efficient cost estimates

Job Responsibilities

• Co-ordinates the preparation of engineering programmes, in co-operation with Exploration; Petroleum Engineering and Production, covering all drilling activities, completion, work over, well tests, wire line and rigless operations, defining with other units the most suitable sequence and rigs to minimize costs.
• Ensure the preparation of cost break-down estimates of new wells to be drilled and those to be worked over for budget purposes and their periodic revision.
• Ensure the follow up of all well operations and makes recommendations when engineering problems occur.
• Ensure the definition of mud/cement characteristics, specifications, sequence of phases and in co-operation with Petroleum, Exploration and Production Departments, well down-hole operations.
• Provide suggestions to his superior concerning changes in the well targets if there are operational constraints.
• Keep abreast of development in drilling, completion and work over techniques and assists his superior in ensuring the appraisal, training and professional development of his personnel in accordance with the Company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate the engineers in carrying out proper evaluation and special studies and reports on any aspect of well operations with recommendation of new techniques required.
• Participate, when required, in Technical Committee Meetings.
• Comply with the requirements of the different HSE policies of the Company, by applying the HSE Integrated Management System and the HSE Management System Guidelines and providing proper HSE conditions of work to everyone.

Job Requirements
Education & Experience:

• BSc in Geology or Petroleum Engineering
• 6 - 7 years of relevant experience

Competencies & Personal Capabilities:

• Technical ability
• Analytical ability
• Good knowledge of well drilling
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Flexibility
• Innovation
• Planning Target Control
• Decision Making
• Change Management
• Listening and Reception

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