🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Oando Plc – 9 Positions

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.) Corporate Development Manager, Mining & Infrastructure
2.) Enterprise Risk Management and Control Manager
3.) Joint Venture Audit Manager
4.) Legal Attorney II
5.) PR and Internal Communications Associate
6.) Programme Officer (Resource Mobilization and Partnerships)
7.) Senior Legal Attorney I
8.) Systems Audit Manager
9.) Joint Venture Audit Supervisor

Job Title: Corporate Development Manager, Mining & Infrastructure

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Job Summary

• The Corporate Development Manager, Mining & Infrastructure (CDM) is responsible for supporting the corporate planning process, as well as contributing to identifying and prioritizing business opportunities to shape the Company’s strategic direction and drive organizational growth.
• The role entails the planning and management of projects in the company, from initial ideation through to completion. The CDM position will also support the CEO-OR&T in efforts to identify and establish viable opportunities to grow the Company’s profitability.
• Duties include project management of approved opportunities, market research and strategizing ideas to improve business operations and meeting with company executives and external partners to provide suggestions based on their analysis.
• The end goal is to provide strategic insights that help the decision-making process, and align capital and resource allocation within the business budget.

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Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic

• Identifying, screening and prioritizing of opportunities to ensure a robust pipeline of engagements within the market.
• Reviewing of market & industry trends to develop business insights and evaluate the impact upon the organisation’s current and future performance.
• Coordinate all activities relating to merger and acquisition transactions undertaken by the Company
• Supervises the execution of corporate finance led mandates and managing key relationships internally and externally.
• Supervises in building a compelling pitch, substantiated with high-level business plan and identify potential stakeholders.
• Keep track of key developments as well as best practices to continually identify new ideas, tools and trends that could provide opportunities.
• Isolate and focus on key risks and success drivers in prioritized opportunities.
• Building a compelling pitch, substantiated with high-level business plan and identify potential stakeholders
• Applies business acumen to analyze raw data, assess quantitative and qualitative trends across strategic market segments
• Assists in preparing a comprehensive competitor analysis, including financial metrics and differentiation
• Performs other assigned duties as delegated by the CEO, Refinery & Terminals from time to time

Operational:

• Develops plans, forecasts, and analyses for strategic initiatives and ad hoc projects, including new business lines/markets/products analysis, strategic decision-making in day-to-day operations, and other growth initiatives.
• Conduct research, and where necessary, due diligence with regards to potential buyers/investors / takeover targets for potential M&A activities;
• Contribute to definition of project objectives, project scope, roles & responsibilities for mining and infrastructure projects.
• Defining resource requirements and managing resource availability & allocation – both internal and third party.
• Outlining a budget based on requirements and tracking costs to deliver project on budget.
• Preparing and managing a detailed project plan to schedule key project milestones workstreams & activities.
• Tracking project and providing regular reports on project status to project team and key stakeholders.
• Managing and adjusting for any changes in project scope, schedule and / or budget.
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Managing the relationship and communication with the Company and all stakeholders, ensuring the project is delivered to their satisfaction.
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.

Interfaces:

• The CDM will report directly to the CEO, Refinery & Terminals / CEO, Mining & Infrastructure.
• The CDM will interface amongst internal stakeholders (Technical, Legal and Governance, Corporate Communications teams, amongst others) to ensure synergy in the delivery of the company’s growth aspirations.
• The CDM will interface amongst external stakeholders (consultants, partners, investors, contractors, etc)

Key Performance Indicators:

• Timely and accurate development of corporate performance reports vs. peers
• Quality, depth and adequacy of reports/papers developed or presented internally and externally
• Timely and accurate development of project scope, plan and schedule
• Submission of Weekly project status reports
• Quality of Analysis, findings and recommendations
• Relevant support to the CEO, Refinery & Terminals as the need arise

Qualifications and Experience

• 1st Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or other related area from a reputable tertiary institution.
• Sector knowledge of the mining, oil and gas industry, and the minerals extraction industry.
• High proficiency in financial modelling techniques. CFA/MBA qualification/in view is desirable.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
• Familiarity with financial analysis and business valuation methodologies
• Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Power Point, Word, etc.

Key Behavioral Skillls:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate business strategies and complex financial information clearly and accurately to a variety of audiences both orally and through written material
• Excellent people skills, with the ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
• High degree of independent judgment and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with flexible work hours as needed to meeting tight deadlines
• Must be able to manage projects independently and be a self-starter
• Must have a strong work ethic, attention to detail and a desire to produce top level results.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Enterprise Risk Management and Control Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Purpose
The Enterprise Risk Management and Control (ERM&C) Manager assists the Group Head Risk Management and Audit to achieve the following

• Set the strategic risk management vision and deliver that strategy to the organization using exceptional leadership skills, network of internal and external stakeholders and highly developed business skills.
• Assess and evaluate the organization’s complete portfolio of risks
• Work with management to develop appropriate risk mitigation plans to address these risks in a manner that is consistent with the long-term strategy and overall risk appetite of the organization
• Plan, monitor and supervise the activities of the Enterprise Risk Management & Control Department
• Monitor and analyze risks and report key risks and status of risk monitoring activities timely to the Board and Risk Committee.
• Ensure the organization’s risks are within required tolerable levels and that there is the best balance possible between threats and opportunities – in line with the risk appetite and overall strategic direction of the Board and Executive Management.
• Executing and administering the organization –wide Enterprise Risk Management and Control Framework
• Ensuring laid down procedures and processes guiding all operations are adequate and up to date
• Ensuring controls have been implemented and mitigate identified and assessed risks
• Managing and supervising departmental staff, consultants and reviewing their work in detail.

Job Specification

• Support the Head RM&C & A in establishing the Enterprise Risk Management architecture for the company through the development and maintenance/update of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (which include framework design, governance structure, implementation and operation).
• Develops Enterprise Risk Management tools, practices, and reporting templates to analyze and report enterprise risks, and to manage risks in line with the ERM framework.
• Establish and ensure the organization's risk management policies and strategies are in compliance with applicable regulations and overall strategic direction of the organization.
• Develop annually, the risk management plan enumerating the key tasks and activities of the unit as mandated by the oversight function of the Risk Committee
• Coordinate risk identification, risk assessments, evaluations and all other risk management activities (Enterprise, project and financing deal specific) for reporting to CEO and Board Risk committee as appropriate.
• Evaluate and provide reasonable assurance that risk management and control systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organization met its corporate objectives and goals.
• Track and report on emerging risks, events, key risk indicators (enterprise wide and project specific), ensure mitigation plans are in place, evaluate effectiveness of mitigation plans and ensure continuous monitoring and adjustment of policies, processes and procedures where necessary.
• Communicate information regarding business risks to relevant functions across the organization as well as be a key resource for the business units and shared services to identify and monitor emerging risks, risk mitigation plans and changing risk landscape.
• Create and maintain/update appropriate risk monitoring and measurement tools (enterprise risk registers and project specific risk registers) and ensure continuous updates driven by strategic changes, macroeconomic changes, operational events, global events etc .
• Keep abreast of current and new regional, national and global risk related policies and governance pronouncements and regulations that apply to the organization and ensure local compliance.
• Perform periodic risk assessment for monitoring risks and as an input for the internal audit unit‘s plan.
• Assist the Head RM&C and IA in working with the Board Audit and Risk committee in ensuring the identification and prioritization of risks and quarterly reporting of same.
• Make input in the Preparation of management and Board committee reporting documents summarizing project risk analyses and significant reporting matters.
• Liaise with department heads on the adequacy of proposed actions in management of risk areas highlighted in risk and internal audit reports.
• Monitor implementation of action plans to ensure risk mitigation efforts are proceeding as required.
• Monitor and report on compliance with regulatory requirements
• Review annual external audit reports to identify reported control deficiencies and assist process owners in remediating and redesigning controls if necessary.
• Member of the change management committee that manages and monitors all IT changes for propriety and accuracy
• Review segregation of duties (SOD) at both the user and role level. Ensure mitigating controls are in place where there are SOD conflicts
• Ensure the operating effectiveness of business continuity and crisis management plans in place to minimize losses in the event of severe business disruptions.

Internal Control:

• Ensure the development, implementation, maintenance and continued improvement of the internal control environment.
• Coordinate documentation of finance and operational processes, review register of these processes, tracking all process changes and re- engineering of existing processes where and when required.
• Focus on continual process improvement, and rationalization of control measures to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of operations and realization of cost saving opportunities
• Ensure the development and periodic update of business process and procedure documentation, ensure appropriate implementation and monitor compliance
• Ensure design effectiveness and operating effectiveness of controls within all documented business processes
• Monitor adequacy of internal controls over the company operations and financial reporting.
• Manage the group and other subsidiaries to ensure all procedures and controls inherent in the business are documented and adhered to, ensure standardization across the group.
• Work with Group and other subsidiary companies to assess internal control, perform effectiveness test over processes with significant control deficiencies. Recommend solutions to issues arising from control review and ensure execution of remediation plans.

Qualifications & Experience

• A University Degree
• Excellent knowledge of risk management, internal control processes, auditing and assurance procedures
• Certification in Accounting (ACCA,ICAN)
• Combined 8 -10 years’ post qualification experience in audit and risk management, which should entail
• Experience in accounting and Financial Reporting (IFRS)
• Understanding and experience of Sarbanes Oxley/C-Sox requirements
• Good knowledge of the regulatory environment and developments
• Significant Internal audit and assurance experience

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Excellent grasp of business risks - A strong grasp of risks and controls and a deep understanding of how risks impact the bottom line, enhancing credibility within the business
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), listening, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Good knowledge and understanding of oil and gas industry dynamics.
• Good and functional knowledge of financial reporting standards
• Excellent auditing and probing skills
• Excellent report writing skills with effective and precise communication to Board level and executive management cadres
• Strong analytical skills – performs useful analysis and interprets such for decision making
• Strong problem identification and problem solving skills
• Strong personality, multitasker with good organization skills to effectively manage and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-management skills to deal and maintain effective working relationships with board, executive and senior management cadres
• Demonstrates significant maturity, credibility and sound judgement in dealing with personnel across risk management, business lines, and support groups;
• Unflinching integrity and ethics – Possesses a strong ethical compass and contributes to the conscience of the organization
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and in teams
• Understands team dynamics and able to foster teamwork
• Effectively coaches and mentors less experienced colleagues
• Good knowledge of the regulatory environment and developments
• Ability to perform risk assessments and identify key business and financial risks
• Experience in conducting financial audits of public and/or private companies
• Good project management skills
• Proficiency in presentation, spreadsheet, word processing and TeamMate Audit and Risk Management System.
• Articulate and defend complex positions effectively.
• Possess a sound knowledge of internal business processes
• Strategic and creative change agent

Key Performance Indicators:

• Percentage completion of scheduled risk activities.
• Quality and completeness of risk registers (enterprise and and project related)
• Quality and timeliness of risk reports and updates
• Compliance with COSO standards
• Quality of documentation and work papers
• Timely remediation of external audit issues.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Joint Venture Audit Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Purpose

• The Manager, Joint Venture Audit is responsible for organizing and overseeing Joint Venture (JV) / Production Sharing Contract (PSC) audits in accordance with the annual audit plan and managing a team of auditors to.
• Deliver audit programs for Operated and Non operated Joint Ventures (JV) to ensure compliance with relevant JV/PSC contracts provisions, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Optimize value from investment in JV/PSC through evaluation of the charges and credits to the joint accounts and derived benefits to the joint operations.
• Oversee the review process then make any necessary recommendations to change policies, processes, and systems to add value to the organization.
• Supports the Head, Joint Venture Audit to provide high level reports to executive management and Operator management which includes improvements opportunities and best practice to enhance efficiency.
• The job incumbent has responsibility for coordinating the day-to-day activities of the JV Audit unit to achieve objectives consistent with the company’s corporate strategy and business goals and to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the organization / operator’s operations.
• The Manager, JV Audit ensures the audit activities are in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards and Code of Ethics.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Supervisor, Joint Venture Audit
• Audit Officer
• Outsourced auditors

Qualifications & Experience

• 1st Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or other related area.
• 9-12 years combined post qualification experience in audit and risk management, 3 years of which must have been at Management level.
• ACA/ACCA

Job Specification
Strategic:

• Evaluates and provides reasonable assurance that governance, risk management and control systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organization’s objectives and goals to be met.
• Assists the Head, JV Audit to develop the audit plan for operated and non-operated ventures, manage and coordinate all internal audit work and report findings to Operator, departmental heads, process owners and other relevant stakeholders.
• Possess working knowledge of every function within the organization and non-operated ventures, in terms of service area, business strategic direction, key deliverables and resources comprising financial, people and systems.
• Provide independent assurance on achievement of business objectives and adequacies of their information technology strategies, systems, and operations deployed for Joint Operations.
• Supports the Head JV Audit in preparing high level reports for executive management use with clear advice on improvement opportunities and best practice to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure that the audit unit develops and maintains a high standard of customer service and responsiveness in accordance with Oando’s core values (TRIPP). Also ensure that high standards of staff conduct, and integrity are maintained, and that appropriate development and training needs are identified and resolved.
• Ensures Oando is able to maintain the integrity of data and all business operations/ transactions activities, as the company grows, through development, implementation and continuous monitoring of the systems risk and internal control framework.
• Ensure compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ standards, code of ethics and other relevant standards

Operational:

• Support the Head JV Audit in preparing the annual risk based internal audit plan for operated and non-operated ventures and
• Participate in the evaluation of inherent and emerging business risks impacting on strategic and operational objectives of the various ventures / contracts.
• Develop audit programs and lead preparation of audit reports.
• Track management / operator responses and perform follow-up procedures where needed.
• Supervise and review the work of the JV Audit staff including any loan staff retained from external professional services firms.
• Ensure all required documentation is completed, organized, and retained for each audit in accordance with the audit methodology.
• Coordinate with other audit, risk management and/or compliance functions in the company, as well as the company’s external auditors, particularly with respect to audit planning and knowledge sharing.
• Assist the Head JV Audit on internal investigations.
• Help develop and track departmental metrics and performance.
• Develop and deliver staff training and evaluations.
• Reviews systems and procedures deployed for various operated and non-operated business areas and recommend improvements to existing processes and procedures, where necessary.
• Support the Head JV Audit in preparing and making presentation to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, Executive Management and Operator management.
• Performs other activities as may be assigned by the Head, JV Audit from time to time.

Core Competencies:

• Good knowledge of the Oil and Gas industry
• Excellent Information Systems Auditing skills
• Good functional and technical knowledge of the Oracle/SAP ERP
• Capable of performing risk assessments and identifying key business, technology, and financial risks
• Ability to develop, design, and execute financial and operational audit plans and programs
• Familiarity with auditing in an ERP environment; Oracle / SAP ERP experience is an added advantage.
• Experience in conducting financial audits of public and/or private companies
• Good project management and organization skills; ability to multitask
• Good problem identification and analytical skills
• Ability to develop and write meaningful reports and presentations.
• Excellent communication/ presentation skills
• Motivated self-starter who works well individually and in teams
• Proficiency in presentation, spreadsheet, word processing and TeamMate Audit Management System.
• Strong interpersonal skills—ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective action.
• Ability to speak persuasively and defend complex positions effectively.
• Work well in a dynamic environment, work independently, handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines and have excellent organizational skills

Key Performance Indicators:

• The percent of the approved audit plan completed.
• Compliance with the Internal Audit methodology and IIA standards.
• The percent of audits completed within 110% of budget.
• The percent of staff time spent on planned audit activities.
• The average overall customer satisfaction score on post audit surveys.
• The percent of high-risk areas included in our audit coverage.
• Number of queries from the regulatory authorities and external audit reports
• Quality and timeliness of reports and updates
• Percentage of reported monetary findings granted.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Legal Attorney II

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Job Summary

• The Legal Attorney II works within the Legal Services department reporting to the Legal Advisor to provide day-to-day legal services support and advice to Oando and its local & international subsidiaries on various strategic legal transactions and corporate projects/assignments.
• The Legal Attorney II shall also provide day-to-day support on the finance aspects of various transactions, on M&A transactions involving Oando.
• The incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive, real time and practical legal support to the various units within Oando in a bid to achieving effective and efficient management of the legal needs of each transaction/assignment handled.
• This will include without limitation, the preparation and drafting and or review of contracts, legal opinions, dispute resolution management etc.
• In addition, the Legal Attorney II provides project administration support and handles time and fee schedules, project work plan monitoring, status report preparation, project documentation and filing in addition to handling assigned responsibilities. The Legal Attorney II will also undertake legal transactions to comply with the overall philosophy, strategy and policies of the Oando Group, and local and international laws and regulations and partner agreements.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute work /implement best practices for legal services on assigned transactions.
• Provide high quality and comprehensive legal advice, prepare and review legal opinions and agreements as may be requested by users from time to time.
• Participate in commercial negotiations on transactions involving Oando and its subsidiaries and draft, review and summarize key provisions in respect of oil and gas /commercial agreements and obtain necessary internal approvals
• Attend and participate in asset related meetings and provide detailed reports of discussions to management.
• Provide comprehensive legal advice to employees on the legal implications of proposed policies, decisions and actions (in areas including, but not limited to oil and gas, mergers and acquisitions, employment law, contracts, litigation, leases, regulatory compliance and intellectual property matters).
• Provide updates on and interpretation/application of new laws/regulations to the various Oando internal teams/departments and make recommendations to management with respect to necessary action required.
• Liaise with the finance, corporate finance, treasury departments, external solicitors and external financial advisors on ongoing Finance or M&A transactions.
• Liaise with the governance department on counter party background checks, resolutions, corporate documents and execution of agreements.
• Liaise with the tax department on tax compliance requirements and tax implications of transactions.
• Provide dispute resolution management and advisory services to Oando and its subsidiaries and work with the Senior Legal Attorney and the Legal Advisor in handling Oando’s litigation and other dispute resolution matters, as may be required from time-to-time.
• Liaise with external solicitors and obtains regular updates on ongoing litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Draft and review letters, maintain files and archives of legal documents and case folders.
• Maintain and periodically update electronic and paper databases maintained by the legal department.
• Work with Oando finance and procurement departments to ensure prompt settlement of all legal bills.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Process turnaround and general performance in accordance with terms of Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Level of adherence to mandatory reporting requirements (quality of reporting & completion deadlines).
• Availability of up–to-date and comprehensive information on each legal document affecting the companies
• Ease of access to company business, transaction and legal records
• Success rate in dispute resolution processes handled for the Company
• Quality and effectiveness of day-to-day administrative support provided
• Promptness/timeliness of service delivery
• Customer satisfaction levels
• Quality and comprehensiveness of legal information/data
• Error rates in transactions processed, opinions drafted and other legal documents

Qualifications & experience

• A good First Degree in Law (minimum of Second-class Lower Division)
• Minimum of 4 years legal work experience either from the oil and gas and general law practice of a reputable law firm or within the Legal Department of a reputable and structured oil and gas company or both.
• Significant experience in energy and natural resources, mergers and acquisitions, commercial law and finance is required
• Some experience in capital markets transactions and litigation would be an added advantage
• Strong customer service orientation and interface skills
• Ability to perform basic/general legal analysis
• Strong & effective business communication (verbal and writing skills)
• Ability to plan and execute complex assignments under pressure
• Demonstrated business acumen and superior judgment

Core Competencies:

• Oil & Gas Industry dynamics
• Knowledge of the local, national and international laws and regulations pertaining to the various industries in which the Group’s businesses operate
• Negotiation and contract management
• Legal documentation management
• Basic accounting
• Business acumen and entrepreneurial skills
• Change management
• Performance management
• Customer relationship management
• Project management
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Networking
• Detailed knowledge of Oando’s business.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: PR and Internal Communications Associate

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Purpose

• The PR & Internal Communications Associate supports the development and execution of the PR and Internal Communications strategy in line with the Company’s communication objectives.
• A key imperative of the PR strategy is to positively influence, shape and manage public perception of the brand as the most desirable place to work and invest in; via communicating corporate initiatives and achievements, promoting the Company’s values and protecting its reputation whilst utilizing all forms of media. Internally (Internal Communications/ Internal PR) the key strategic imperative is to build brand ambassadors by increasing employee knowledge and understanding, creating opportunities and platforms for increased emotional affinity and driving attitudinal and behavioral change within the organization through collaboration with departments across the organization.
• On the PR arm, the Associate will largely oversee the development of the PR strategy for Oando PLC which comprises of Oando Energy Resources, Oando Trading and Oando Clean Energy Limited. The candidate will, based on the approved strategy, develop content for external stakeholders, support in the development and implementation of crisis management strategies, maintain and leverage media relationships and boost brand visibility by ensuring adequate media presence and coverage (online & mainstream).
• On the Internal Communications side, the Associate will proactively drive internal communication efforts and programs.

Supervisory Responsibility
Direct Reports:

• Intern
• PR & Internal Communications Analyst I
• PR & Internal Communications Senior Analyst II

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability

• Responsible for the successful development and implementation of approved PR and Internal Communications Strategy.
• Responsible for overseeing and supporting day-to-day management of PR & Internal Communications initiatives.
• The Associate will be expected to work with a range of internal personnel and manage 3rd party Agencies for successful achievement of objectives.

Major Responsibility Areas

• Development of Oando’s PR strategy.
• Support in the development of Oando’s Internal Communications strategy.
• Lead the implementation of the Company’s approved PR & Internal Communications strategy.
• Proactive and random checks of different media platforms to ensure deployed content is on brand, factually and grammatically correct.
• Manage annual PR & Internal Communications budget.
• Utilize performance data from Internal Communications and PR campaigns to act as a guide for future campaigns
• Development of high-level reports for HCC showcasing performance data and implications for future campaigns
• Annual review of PR and Advertising Agencies to determine continuation of services in the new year – use data as basis for recommendation on whether to retain Agency or not.
• Manage pitch and selection process for new agencies.
• Supervise timely completion of RAG (Red, Amber & Green) work/project plans.
• Daily tracking of RAG work plans to ensure flawless execution of weekly tasks to ensure timelines are not missed and issues are identified in advance.
• Maintain standards, systems and best practices (both human and technological) for content creation, distribution, maintenance, content retrieval and content repurposing, including the real-time implementation of content strategies.
• Foster and maintain close relationships with key journalists and other influential contacts within the media as appropriate.
• Solely responsible for managing bespoke media handler.
• Review content developed by PR Agency to ensure alignment with Company’s strategic positioning.
• Review and approve designs / creatives developed by internal graphic artists and Advertising Agencies to ensure they address brief and stakeholder pain points for Manager’s final approval as the case may be.
• Manage development and execution of employee engagement initiatives to foster brand affinity.
• Develop and oversee execution of PR plans for medium scale initiatives.
• Proactive media monitoring (both online and mainstream) with the goal of alerting HCC to potential issues / crisis.
• Development of annual thought leadership piece for the Financial Times, amongst others.
• Review of all PR & Internal Communication Policies and Processes
• Plan annual media parleys for CAMCAN and NAEC members as well as media rounds.
• Based on identified and potential risks develop detailed scenario plans.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Extent to which brand values, brand story, initiatives and achievements are positively reinforced on internal and media platforms (print, broadcast and digital).
• Quality of PR initiatives deployed across all engagement mediums.
• Quantity and quality of mileage received on print, broadcast and digital platforms.
• Growth in employee engagement internally.
• Improvement in employee affinity to brand.
• Increase in positive perception and dialogue on internal and external platforms.
• Growth in internal brand ambassadors.
• Effective management of PR & Internal Communications team.
• Development of members of the PR & Internal Communications team.
• Cost effectiveness of internal and PR efforts.
• Effectiveness of partnerships with 3rd party Agencies.

Job Specification

• A Bachelor's Degree in any subject, preferably in the Social Sciences, Administration or Humanities
• 8 years’ work experience in Marketing Communications
• A strong understanding and work experience in PR - at least 8 years’ experience
• A good understanding and some work experience in internal communications, branding and social media would be advantageous.
• Experience in the development of tactical strategies and campaigns
• Database of media contacts and strong relationships with key print and broadcast media personnel.
• Experience in crisis management.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong content development skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Supervisory skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Proven ability to comfortably operate within a complex environment and prioritize competing demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Programme Officer (Resource Mobilization and Partnerships)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Overall Purpose

• Support the design and execution of Oando Foundation’s resource mobilization initiatives in line with its overall strategic objectives.

Responsibilities
Resource Mobilization:

• Design and implement 3-year resource mobilization plan in line with the Foundation’s targets and conduct periodic progress reviews and updates with the Foundation’s management.
• Manage the Foundation’s engagement with the Private
• Sector Advisory Group (PSAG), prioritizing the Education Cluster initiatives.
• Support the Foundation’s advocacy efforts across government, private sector, and civil society platforms.
• Strategically showcase the Foundation to potential donors, partners and networks; to secure future engagement opportunities for financial/technical support.
• Identify new partnership opportunities in support of the Foundation’s strategy and develop proposals/concept notes for identified funding opportunities.
• Develop and maintain an updated stakeholder database. Manage partnership inquiries directed to the Foundation and other activities to expand corporate and individual donor base.
• Develop and maintain relationships with funders (including grant-making bodies, high net worth individuals, companies and community groups).
• Coordinate high level meetings involving diverse stakeholders/partners, build and maintain key relationships that are priority to the Foundation.
• Lead targeted research efforts in line with the Foundation’s resource mobilization/partnership priorities.
• Research, test and where appropriate, develop new fundraising ideas and opportunities for income generation.
• Support the Communications team to maintain the Foundation’s media channels (especially OF website) as a useful fundraising tool.
• Stay abreast with key developments and projects in the Foundation and maximize the use of relevant project outputs for resource mobilization efforts.
• Stay abreast and ensure compliance with existing Fundraising legislation and standards.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Programme Manager.

Grants:

• Design of the Foundation’s grantmaking policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Review grant applications and supporting materials, conducting due diligence on potential grantees.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of grant award documents, reports, and other relevant information.
• Monitor and evaluate grant-funded projects, including tracking progress and outcomes to ensure compliance in line with the Foundation’s objectives.

Programmes:

• Support planning and implementation of LEARNOVATE programme.
• Support key stakeholder relationships at the state and local levels for effective programme delivery.
• Support project monitoring and budgetary performance.
• Support implementing partner/consultant related activities in line with set targets.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Quality and timeliness of progress/project impact reports.
• Timely completion of projects within planned resources.
• Success rate of implemented projects.
• Partnerships/fundraising opportunities assessed and secured.
• Number of unresolved identified project issues/constraints.

Personal Specification

• A First Degree in any discipline.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ work experience in a non-profit or development sector organization.
• Experience in organizing trainings, seminars and conferences.
• Understanding and experience of Northern culture and language will be an added advantage.

Preferred Competencies:

• Good planning and organization skills.
• Ability to think strategically and holistically.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively multi-task.
• Result oriented/quality focused disposition.
• Good report writing skills.
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to proactively provide feedback.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office productivity tools particularly Excel and Word.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Senior Legal Attorney I

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Job Summary

• The Senior Legal Attorney I works within the Legal Services department reporting to the Legal Advisor to provide day-to-day legal services support and advice to Oando and its local & international subsidiaries on various strategic legal transactions and corporate projects/assignments.
• The Senior Legal Attorney I shall also provide day-to-day support on the finance aspects of various transactions, on M&A transactions involving Oando.
• The incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive, real time and practical legal support to the various units within Oando in a bid to achieving effective and efficient management of the legal needs of each transaction/assignment handled.
• This will include without limitation, the preparation and drafting and or review of contracts, legal opinions, dispute resolution management etc.
• The Senior Legal Attorney I will also undertake legal transactions to comply with the overall philosophy, strategy and policies of the Oando Group, and local and international laws and regulations and partner agreements.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute work /implement best practices for legal services on assigned transactions.
• Provide high quality and comprehensive legal advice, prepare and review legal opinions and agreements as may be requested by users from time to time.
• Participate in commercial negotiations on transactions involving Oando and its subsidiaries and draft, review and summarize key provisions in respect of oil and gas /commercial agreements and obtain necessary internal approvals
• Attend and participate in asset related meetings including without limitation management and operating committee meetings and provide detailed reports of discussions to management.
• Provide comprehensive legal advice to employees on the legal implications of proposed policies, decisions and actions (in areas including, but not limited to oil and gas, mergers and acquisitions, employment law, contracts, litigation, leases, regulatory compliance and intellectual property matters).
• Provide updates on and interpretation/application of new laws/regulations to the various Oando internal teams/departments and make recommendations to management with respect to necessary action required.
• Liaise with the finance, corporate finance, treasury departments, external solicitors and external financial advisors on ongoing Finance or M&A transactions.
• Liaise with the governance department on counter party background checks, resolutions, corporate documents and execution of agreements.
• Liaise with the tax department on tax compliance requirements and tax implications of transactions.
• Provide dispute resolution management and advisory services to Oando and its subsidiaries and work with Legal Advisor in handling Oando’s litigation and other dispute resolution matters, as may be required from time-to-time
• Liaise with external solicitors and obtains regular updates on ongoing litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Draft and review complex letters, supervise the Legal Attorney in maintaining files and archives of legal documents and case folders.
• Supervise the maintenance of electronic and paper databases kept by the legal department.
• Selection for hiring, training and supervising interns.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Process turnaround and general performance in accordance with terms of Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• Level of adherence to mandatory reporting requirements (quality of reporting & completion deadlines)
• Availability of up–to-date and comprehensive information on each legal document affecting the companies
• Ease of access to company business, transaction and legal records
• Success rate in dispute resolution processes handled for the Company
• Quality and effectiveness of day-to-day administrative support provided
• Promptness/timeliness of service delivery
• Customer satisfaction levels
• Quality and comprehensiveness of legal information/data
• Error rates in transactions processed, opinions drafted and other legal documents.

Qualifications & Experience

• A good First Degree in Law (minimum of Second-class Lower Division)
• Minimum of 6 years legal work experience either from the oil and gas and general law practice of a reputable law firm or within the Legal Department of a reputable and structured oil and gas company or both.
• Significant experience in energy and natural resources, mergers and acquisitions, commercial law and finance is required
• Some experience in capital markets transactions and litigation would be an added advantage
• Strong customer service orientation and interface skills
• Ability to perform basic/general legal analysis
• Strong & effective business communication (verbal and writing skills)
• Ability to plan and execute complex assignments under pressure
• Demonstrated business acumen and superior judgment

Core Competencies:.

• Oil & Gas Industry dynamics
• Knowledge of the local, national and international laws and regulations pertaining to the various industries in which the Group’s businesses operate
• Negotiation and contract management
• Dispute resolution strategy and management
• Legal documentation management
• Basic Accounting
• Business acumen and entrepreneurial skills
• Change management
• Performance management
• Customer relationship Management
• Project management
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Networking
• Detailed knowledge of Oando’s business
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to determine the appropriate matters to escalate
• Organizing, planning and prioritizing
• Networking
• Budget preparation, monitoring and implementation
• Conversant with enterprise reporting platform systems (such as Oracle).

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Systems Audit Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Purpose

• The Manager Systems Audit is responsible for organizing and overseeing information technology (IT) & compliance related audits in accordance with the annual audit plan and managing a team of system auditors to.
• Provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of risk management, IT general controls, and IT governance processes that support the achievement of corporate objectives.
• Assess the risk inherent in Oando’s Information Technology environment and evaluate the adequacy of established controls.
• Supports the Head, Systems, and Internal Audit to provide high level reports to executive management which includes improvements opportunities and best practice to generate efficiency
• The job incumbent has responsibility for coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Internal Audit unit to achieve objectives consistent with the company’s corporate strategy and business goals and to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the organization’s operations.
• The Manager Systems Audit ensures the internal audit activities are in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards and Code of Ethics.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Supervisor, Systems Audit
• Internal Audit Analysts and Audit Officer
• Outsourced auditors

Qualifications & Experience

• 1st Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or other related area.
• 9-12 years combined post qualification experience in audit and IT risk management with at least 3+ years of experience in technology risk management, IT audit, information security, and/or compliance
• Certified Information Systems Auditor
• CRISC, CISM, CGEIT, COBIT 5 Implementer, ISO 27001 LI or LA will be an added advantage.
• ACA/ACCA qualification will also be added advantage ACA/ACCA

Job Specification
Strategic:

• Evaluates and provides reasonable assurance that IT governance, risk management and IT control systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organization’s objectives and goals to be met.
• Assists the Head, Systems, and Internal Audit to develop the internal audit plan, manage and coordinate all internal audit work (including Information Technology related audits) and report findings to departmental heads and process owners
• Possess working knowledge of every function within the entities, in terms of service area, business strategic direction, key deliverables and resources comprising financial, people and systems.
• Ensures shared understanding of, and creates company-wide awareness about, the various risks inherent in our IT systems and operations and works with various employee groups to develop and execute effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide independent assurance on achievement of business objectives and adequacies of their information technology strategies, systems, and operations.
• Supports the Head Systems and Internal Audit in preparing high level reports for executive management use with clear advice on improvement opportunities and best practice to generate efficiency
• Ensure that the audit unit develops and maintains a high standard of customer service and responsiveness in accordance with Oando’s core values (TRIPP). Also ensure that high standards of staff conduct, and integrity are maintained, and that appropriate development and training needs are identified and resolved.
• Ensures Oando is able to maintain the integrity of data and all business operations/ transactions activities, as the company grows, through development, implementation and continuous monitoring of the systems risk and internal control framework.
• Ensure compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ standards, code of ethics and other relevant standards

Operational:

• Support the Head, Systems, and Internal Audit in preparing the annual risk based internal audit plan (including Information Technology audits)
• Participate in the evaluation of information technology and business risks associated with strategic and operational objectives of the company.
• Develop audit programs and lead preparation of audit reports.
• Track management responses and perform follow-up procedures where needed.
• Supervise and review the work of the Internal Audit staff including any loan staff retained from external professional services firms.
• Ensure all required documentation is completed, organized, and retained for each audit in accordance with the audit methodology.
• Manage the performance of detailed systems review and complex analysis using CAATs tools.
• Coordinate with other audit, IT, risk management and/or compliance functions in the company, as well as the company’s external auditors, particularly with respect to audit planning and knowledge sharing.
• Assist the Head, Systems, and Internal Audit on internal investigations.
• Help develop and track departmental metrics and performance.
• Develop and deliver staff training and evaluations.
• Reviews systems and procedures across all business areas and recommend improvements to existing processes and procedures, where necessary.
• Support the Head, Systems, and Internal Audit in preparing and making presentation to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and Executive Management.
• Performs other activities as may be assigned by the Head, Systems, and Internal Audit from time to time.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate auditing of information systems for data security and information integrity.

Core Competencies:

• Good knowledge of the Oil and Gas industry
• Good functional and technical knowledge of the Oracle ERP
• Proficient in the use of ACL Analytics for data analysis
• Working knowledge of SQL
• Experience in performing technical assessments and audits of network, operating systems, application security, as well as auditing IT processes
• Knowledge of the Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and relevant IT standards and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with auditing in an ERP environment; Oracle ERP experience is a plus
• Functional and technical knowledge of Oracle Cloud applications.
• Good understanding of technology platforms, existing & emerging technology risks.
• Good problem identification and analytical skills
• Ability to develop and write meaningful reports and presentations; excellent communication/presentation skills
• Motivated self-starter who works well individually and in teams
• Proficiency in presentation, spreadsheet, word processing and TeamMate Audit Management System.
• Strong interpersonal skills—ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective action.
• Ability to speak persuasively and defend complex positions effectively.
• Work well in a dynamic environment, work independently, handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines and have excellent organizational skills

Key Performance Indicators:

• The percent of the approved audit plan completed.
• Compliance with the Internal Audit methodology and IIA standards.
• The percent of audits completed within 110% of budget.
• The percent of staff time spent on planned audit activities.
• The average overall customer satisfaction score on post audit surveys.
• The percent of high-risk areas included in our audit coverage.
• Number of queries from the regulatory authorities and external audit reports
• Quality and timeliness of reports and updates

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Joint Venture Audit Supervisor

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Purpose

• The Joint Venture Audit Supervisor’s primary responsibility is to plan, organize and coordinate the implementation of joint venture audit plans across the upstream assets of OER group as it relates to compliance with the stipulations of the respective joint operating agreements (JOA) for the various upstream assets, billings and cash call management and governance structure of the joint ventures.
• The role requires strong analytical, leadership and communication skills. Being able to review, understand and identify risk in Joint Operating Agreements (JOA), Production Sharing Contracts (PSC), Production Handling Agreements (PHA), Gathering Agreements, and Purchases & Sale Agreements (PSA)
• The Joint Venture Audit Supervisor also participates in Production Sharing Contract audits, fraud detection and investigations as may be required from time to time.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Audit Officers
• Outsourced Auditors

Job Specification
Strategic:

• Coordination of audit planning and auditing for the non-operated JVs as assigned; liaise with JV management team to extract to frame scope of JV audit engagement; thorough analysis of costs and review of audit history to identify potential audit candidates, preparation of audit reports to be submitted to the Operators, response to initial response from the Operator, and tracking/report of audit status through to audit closure.
• Reviews expenses and revenues for errors or deviations from agreement terms and document audit claims
• Write audit reports or rebuttals to Operators responses where necessary with relevant support by provisions of accounting procedure, operating agreement, or other appropriate industry guidelines
• Execute audit programs to provide independent assurance on achievement of annual work program and budget and adequacies of their systems and controls and advise on improvements for both compliance with joint operating agreement and best practice to generate efficiency.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service and responsiveness in accordance with Oando’s core values (TRIPP). Maintain high standards of staff conduct and integrity, and participate in the development and implementation of training needs for subordinates.

Operational:

• Support the Manager, Joint Venture Audit in preparing the annual risk assessment and internal audit plan.
• Participate in the development of audit programs, coordinate the implementation of audit work programs and preparation of audit reports.
• Ensure efficient and effective execution of annual audit plan.
• Assist in tracking of audit recoveries, audit recommendation implementation and perform follow-up procedures where needed.
• Supervise and review the work of subordinates and other auditors, including loan staff retained from external professional services firms.
• Maintain required audit documentation for each audit in accordance with the Oando Internal Audit Methodology and IIA standards.
• Coordinate with other audit, risk management and/or compliance functions in the company, as well as the company’s external auditors, particularly with respect to audit planning and knowledge sharing.
• Perform assigned tasks efficiently and ensure departmental metrics and performance indicators are achieved.
• Provide on-the-job training and development to subordinates and loaned staff.
• Performs other activities as may be assigned by the Joint Venture Audit Manager from time to time.
• Monitor compliance with the laid down policies, processes, and procedures.
• Review the JV annual accounts and the procedures underlying the preparation of the annual returns for partners.

Qualifications & Experience

• First Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or other related area.
• 5 - 7 years combined post qualification experience in audit and risk management with at least four years audit experience in review of business processes, risks, controls, and financial statements.
• ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent) will be added advantage.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Knowledge of the oil and gas industry.
• Knowledge of financial reporting and financial reporting standards.
• Project management.
• High level of self-motivation, determination, and confidence in own abilities.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and divide your time between work and study.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Numeracy and a strong aptitude for mathematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and clear logical thinking.
• A keen interest in the 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.
• Ability to work on your 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.
• Good analytical and organizational abilities.
• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients.

Key Performance Indicators:

• The percent of the approved audit plan completed.
• Compliance with the Internal Audit methodology and IIA standards.
• The percent of audits completed within 110% of budget.
• Quality and timeliness of reports and updates.
• Quality of audit documentation and work papers.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online