Oando PlcRecruitment 2017

Oando Plc is Nigeria's largest independent conglomerate in the energy industry, including petroleum products marketing, supply & trading, exploration and production, and gas distribution, and the first Nigerian company to achieve a dual listing on both the Nigerian and Johannesburg Stock Exchanges.

Oando is Nigeria's largest indigenous oil company with a production output of 54,000 boepd and a market capitalisation of $894 Million.

Through its upstream subsidiary Oando Energy Resources (OER), Oando has a secondary listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange with a market capitalisation approximately $1 Billion.

Are you a young, highly motivated? Are you versatile and adept at problem solving? Do you have a minimum of second class upper? Apply to any of the following job vacancies at Oando Plc:


Job Title: Financial Analyst
Summary 

• The Financial Analyst is a trainee member providing each incumbent with hands on exposure to the activities of a Company’s Finance Department. 
• Responsibilities of this position typically cover the preparation of various forms of accounting documents, vouchers, and transaction posting/processing. The role also prepares simple reports under the supervision of the Financial Accountant. 

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability: 

• Works within the scope of defined Finance and Accounting systems, processes, procedures and policies to ensure all financial transactions are properly captured on manual documents and within the system, and within specified timeframes. 
• Processes invoices due for payment to creditors. 
• Prepares customer bills and gas accounting activities. 
• Prepares daily float requirements and the daily cash report. 
• Prepares and maintains the cash book. 
• Posts transactions into the accounting system and prints relevant reports. 
• Handles basic banking activities, e.g. deposits and withdrawals. 
• Obtains the Company’s Bank statements and performs basic reconciliation. 
• Prepares monthly summary schedule of withholding tax (WHT) from approved invoices sent for payment. 
• Monitors the company’s liquidity and ensure up-to-date record of investments are kept 
• Renders monthly returns for PAYE, WHT, pension and other statutory deductions 
• Posts finance and accounting transactions 
• Maintains an efficient filing and document retrieval system, both manual and automated 
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Financial Accountant. 

Job Requirement 

• Not more than 27 years of age 
• 3-5 years’ experience in a relevant function 
• Minimum second class upper degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics, 
• Additional qualifications such as ACA, CFA and Master’s degree will be an added advantage 

Job Title: Business Development Analyst
Summary 

• The Business Development Analyst position in Oando Gas & Power provides analytical and administrative support to the Business Development Unit. He/she is responsible for performing analytical tasks to support project initiation, engineering and construction services management efforts related to the business development efforts in the gas and power sectors. The Business Development Analyst performs technical and analytical research/studies of energy usage trends in the Nigerian market and other relevant economies, as well as natural gas and electricity demand, power cost, rates, potential revenues, margins and profits and the overall viability of individual transactions and projects. 

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability: 

• Develops a good understanding of the fundamental drivers of business value creation within the gas and power industry/business, and within the context of the Oando Group of Companies. 
• Conducts technical and analytical research/studies of energy usage trends in the Nigerian market and other relevant economies; also prepares company, industry, competitor and economic outlook analytical reports and briefing notes. 
• Makes summaries of research conducted to aid decision making efforts. 
• Uses relevant data on gas and electricity demand, power cost, rates etc. to develop basic/fundamental assumptions for financial models. 
• Develop/build financial models for determining/capturing the required capital structures for potential transactions based on underlying business assumptions identified. 
• Maintains/documents revisions to financial models and other business documents. 
• Analyses data gathered on potential revenues, margins, profits etc., and draws useful insights into current and potential business issues as opportunities are identified; makes appropriate recommendations for business structure, contracts and various deals/business transactions. 
• Develops marketing pitches, new business proposals and other forms of communications to external parties. 

Job Requirement: 

• 3-5 years’ work experience in relevant functional areas such as Operations, Marketing & Business Development, preferably in an International Energy Company 
• Understanding of basic corporate finance principles; demonstrated technical skills in financial analysis and modelling is critical. 
• Not more than 27 years of age 
• Minimum second class upper degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance or other commercial disciplines. 
• Additional qualifications such as ACA, CFA and Master’s degree will be an added advantage 

Job Title: Environment, Health, Safety, Security & Quality Analyst
Summary 

• The EHSSQ Analyst is responsible for ensuring field compliance to construction and fabrication codes and standards on projects. 
• The incumbent shall monitor, enforce and report compliance and/or noncompliance in aspects associated with construction, commissioning and handover, regardless of whether the activities are executed through in-house resources or by contractors. 
• The position incumbent is expected to be knowledgeable in piping construction codes, standards, regulation and laws governing the construction and operation of Gas and Power production & distribution facilities as well as applicable general nb Health, Safety and Environmental laws and practices. 

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability: 

• Coordinates collation of field inspection and test reports on all live construction projects in Oando Gas and power. 
• Monitors Welder performance and conducts visual inspections of welds and repairs of welds in accordance with Company procedures and international codes of practice. 
• Checks, inspects and tests project welding and construction materials to ensure they meet project specification requirements 
• Monitors the construction process from all aspects to ensure performance meets job quality and design requirements in accordance with Company procedures and international standards 
• Coordinates with clients to undertake Procedure Qualification Tests (PQT) and inspections of prepared test specimens and witnesses destructive tests 
• Identifies and prepares Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) & PQR for jobs as per project specifications and verifies Welders meet PQR requirements 
• Collates all relevant documentation for the job and applies the data to the creation of a Test Pack to undertake pre-hydro test inspection activity. 
• Undertakes verification of welding machines and accessories to ensure equipment meets job requirements/specification and provides verification of electrode baking and holding temperature including control and issue 
• Conducts fit up and dimension inspections as per Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) and to provide technical guidance for welding sequence and distortion control 
• Surveys erection, construction and equipment for alignment and dimensional fidelity in accordance with drawings and specifications 
• Prepares all equipment punch lists and verify all items are in place and act as facilitator during routine audits. 
• Reports all inspection findings including details of any non-conformities to code/standard 

Job Requirement: 

• Minimum second class upper degree in relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Metallurgical & Material, 
• 3-5 years relevant work experience in Construction, Welding Practices or Non- destructive testing. 
• Professional Certification shall be an added advantage. 
• Not more than 27 years of age 
• Additional qualifications will be an added advantage 

Job Title:  Risk, Internal Control & Audit Officer
Summary 

• The Risk, Internal Control & Audit Officer’s primary responsibility is to facilitate the achievement of the Audit function’s objectives by participating in the execution of audit projects and investigations. 
• This job incumbent has responsibility for implementing the day-to-day functions of the Internal Audit department, to achieve objectives consistent with the group’s corporate strategy and business goals. This is achieved by conducting periodic and continuous independent assessments of the adequacy of business processes and controls as well as level of compliance with company policies and procedures. 

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability: 

• Participate in the identification and evaluation of business risks associated with strategic and operational objectives of the company. 
• Execute developed test plans for each engagement to address risk exposures within the company 
• Ensure proper documentation of audit work papers, findings and recommendations 
• Participate in the execution of audits and ensure efficient and effective execution of annual audit plan. 
• Ensure audit reports are timely, accurate, objective and constructive 
• Ensure compliance with audit methodology and provide input to the overall audit methodology. 
• Monitor compliance with the laid down policies, processes and procedures. 
• Reviews systems and procedures across all business areas and recommends improvements to existing processes and procedures, where appropriate. 

Job Requirement: 

• Not more than 27 years of age 
• 3-5 years’ experience in a relevant function 
• Minimum second class upper degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics 
• Additional qualifications such as ACA, CFA and Master’s degree will be an added advantage 

Job Title: Contract Performance Analyst
Summary 

• The Contract Performance Analyst provides commercial cum legal support to the Contract Performance Manager in ensuring all Oando Gas & Power (OG&P) contracts (PPA & GSPA) with its off takers are strictly adhered to whilst maintaining and building customer relationship. 

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability: 

• Participate in negotiating and reviewing of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Gas Supply and Purchase Agreements (GSPAs) with all OG&P offtakers. 
• Ensuring that all contracts/subcontracts comply with company procedures and policies 
• Setting up and reviewing of various templates for contract negotiations 
• Coordinating the process for final sign off on all PPAs and GSPAs 
• Liaising with insurance, legal and finance departments on the resolution of insurance, legal and financial issues affecting PPAs and GSPAs. 
• Providing professional contract/commercial support to operations 
• Monitoring and advising in liaison with Group Legal on relevant laws and regulations applicable to business activities especially as they affect PPAs & GSPAs and ensuring compliance thereof. 
• Representing OG&P interest at meetings with offtakers alongside Group Legal counsel in the absence of the Contract Performance Manager 
• Maintenance and review of contract database 
• Assist in post contract management and support 
• Provide sales and marketing functions 
• Carries out physical surveys on consumer sites and energy audits feeding into the planning and network design of customer connects. 

Job Requirement: 

• Not more than 27 years of age 
• 3-5 years’ experience in a relevant function 
• Minimum 2:1 in in Law/ Marketing or related discipline from a reputable tertiary institution 
• Additional qualifications will be an added advantage. 

Job Title: Strategy and Planning Analyst
Summary 

• The Strategy and Planning Analyst supports the Strategy & Planning Manager in carrying out Oando Gas & Power (OG&P) strategy, planning and performance monitoring functions. 

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability: 

• Provide assistance in periodic updates of the 5-year strategic plan documents, 
• including update of financial forecasts 
• Data gathering/studies and analysis on identified subject areas as required by Management and the Board from time to time 
• Carrying out bench-marking of OG&P activities against competition and best practices 
• Coordinating OG&P retreat and brainstorming sessions on specific issues 
• Facilitation of special projects aimed at achieving certain objectives 
• Coordination of preparation and collation of quarterly Board papers and reports and follow up on action points emanating from Board meetings 
• Co-ordinates preparation and review of periodic reports and follows up on action points with the responsible offices 
• Co-ordinates monthly performance review (MPR) for all the entities within Oando Gas and 
• Power (OG&P). These reviews will include 
• Review of customers' connects against set plans 
• Review of project status against milestones 
• Interacting with entities and departments in OG&P to gather budget inputs 
• Reviewing the budget inputs for consistency with set budget instructions and 
• top down directions 
• Supporting the Strategy & Planning Manager in budget consolidation activities 
• Summarises departmental and entities' business plans into companywide operating plans 
• Coordinates OG&P quarterly budget review activities including quarter budget 
• Reviews and updating of short term projections 
• Preparing monthly cashflow planning and forecasting for all the entities. 
• Providing assistance in setting standards that will enable us properly implement the Group Financial policies and best practices 
• Serves as anchor point for gathering relevant information required for effective decision making by the OG&P Management Team 
• Putting together presentation materials required by the Group, Directors and Management 
• Other duties as may be assigned by the Manager 

Job Requirement: 

• Experience in Budgeting and Performance Reporting functions of a reputable organisation or a consulting firm will be an advantage 
• 3-5 years on-the-job post qualification experience 
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office (word, excel and power point) 
• Not more than 27 years of age 
• Minimum second class upper degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics, 
• Additional qualifications such as ACA, CFA and Master’s degree will be an added advantage 

Job Title: Project Engineer
Summary 

• The Project Engineer oversees mechanical/process engineering activities associated with Gaslink’s Power and Gas Infrastructure development projects. The position incumbent is responsible for developing the project scope and costing for civil/electrical/mechanical/process work related to construction effort, and develops specific project plans for ensuring objectives are realised within time, budget and project specifications. Each sub-team’s work programme and costing scenarios are fed into the overall construction programme after due synchronisation and approvals. 

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability: 

• Provides needed specialised mechanical/process engineering support to the Project Manager with respect to the identification of design issues, operational risk, and the resolution of attendant issues. 
• Provides input for the development of integrated mechanical/process engineering blueprints and plans for the gas & power construction models. 
• Specifies the facilities required to assure the mechanical/process integrity of gas & power system for existing and future operations and works with the Project Manager to ensure all necessary features are captured in designs and blueprints. 

Job Requirement: 

• Minimum second class upper degree in relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Metallurgical & Material 
• Professional Certification shall be an added advantage. 
• Not more than 27 years of age 
• 3-5 years’ experience in a relevant function 
• Additional qualifications will be an added advantage

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