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oq8 chief commercial officer

OQ Chemicals

<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job title</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Chief Commercial Officer</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Stream</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Downstream<br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Function</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Commercial<br>
</div></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Location</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
OQ8 HQ Office - Muscat<br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Budget control</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Reporting to</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
CEO</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Direct reports</b></div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Job purpose</b></div><br>
<div><b>
</b></div><div>Under the general direction of OQ8 CEO, the Chief Commercial leads, plans and executes the complete commercial/sales/business related tasks of OQ8 refinery , and oversee Commercial which includes crude supply and product offtake contracts, planning and scheduling and Supply Chain Management (No n hydrocarbon Procurement, Contract &amp; Inventory) in addition this position will be jointly responsible for Risk Managing OQ8s refinery margin and inventory pricing risks. The Chief Commercial is also accountable for the end-to-end supply chain management both hydrocarbon (Commercial and new business development activities) and non-hydrocarbon (SCM - Contracts &amp; Procurement). Acts as owner of commercial standards, policies, procedures through: (1) Develops and implements the commercial strategy for the Refinery and liaises closely with other senior management team, (2) Supports the tendering and contracts awards process related, (3) Responsible commercial agreements to optimize the Company&rsquo;s commercial interests, (4) Provides commercial support to Projects&amp; development work / business development, (5) Ensures commercial practices while complying with industry legal and regulatory requirements, (6) Develops 1,5 and 10 years business plans for the refinery, competitive strategies, Identifies and develops growth opportunities for the company; in order to contribute with the successful implementation commercial activities while ensuring continuous company growth in line with business strategy to maximize its commercial interests and profitability between the different stakeholders (OQ &amp; KPI).</div><div><br>
</div><div>The position will act in accordance with the OQ8&rsquo;s Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman&rsquo;s government &amp; other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Main tasks and responsibilities:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>Ensures commercial practices while complying with industry legal and regulatory requirements,
</li><li>Identifies, develops and implements growth opportunities for OQ8</li>
<li>Providing specialized commercial advice on project related issues, and complex business transactions in negotiating critical contracts</li>
<li>Responsible for the representation of OQ8&rsquo;s overall business interest
</li><li>Responsible to communicate and cooperate with relevant organisations within and outside of OQ8 (OQ / KPI) to perform his tasks
</li><li>Responsible for knowledge transfer in OQ8 regarding Commercial and develops resources required for OQ8&rsquo;s development.</li>
<li>Develops and maintains compliance programs that reinforces behaviours within defined and communicated boundaries.</li>
<li>Develops and implements the commercial strategy for OQ8 including target markets, customers, geography, market and customer segmentation, branding, packaging, logistics, sales partnerships, licensing strategy, QA, etc.</li>
<li>Identify and assess new market opportunities, trends, and competitive dynamics to drive growth and innovation.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the executive team to set strategic priorities and goals for commercial initiatives</li>
<li>Represents OQ8 in all commercial aspects.</li>
<li>Implement pre-marketing plan before start-up of process units and annual sales plan after start-up.</li>
<li>Identify technology licensors and negotiate technology license agreements, off-take agreements, product supply agreements, premarketing contracts &ndash; in line with OQ8&rsquo;s sales strategy</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Commercial:
</div><ul><li>Member of OQ8&rsquo;s Executive Team to oversee the high-level strategic matters concerned with commercial activities and new business development.
</li><li>Accountable for end-to-end hydrocarbon procurement and offtake ensuring compliant planning processes are adhered to and that transactions are enacted at optimal value to OQ8.</li>
<li>Custodian of all commercial policies and governance processes.</li>
<li>Provide an effective commercial governance framework for OQ8</li>
<li>Accountable for new business development to grow the shareholder value through alternative offtake arrangements</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Supply Chain Management (Contract, Procurement &amp; Inventory)</div>
<ul>
<li>Custodian of the CP&amp;I processes, procedures and systems to ensure compliant but pragmatic processes that are appropriate to the contract risk (value thresholds, strategic, etc.)</li>
<li>Relentlessly seeking contracting optimisation opportunities and driving the commercial acumen throughout the organisation</li>
Supports the tendering and contracts awards process related with OQ8,<br>
<li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Key interactions</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Internal: Executive Leadership Team,</b> Operations, Technical, Finance ,HSE, Maintenance, Corporate Support, <b>External: </b>Shareholders, Potential partners, Licensors, Petrochemical consulting companies, Engineering companies, PMCs, EPC contractors, Logistics companies, Crude suppliers and product offtakers, distributors, Customers, end-users, Relevant authorities</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Notable Working Conditions.</b> professional office environment and vibrant multicultural team . Travel between OQ8&rsquo;s locations to attend meetings as well as some international travel for external counterparties</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Education requirements</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Chemical Engineering or Business Administration or relevant field
</li>MSc. In Chemical Engineering / MBA in International Business, Commercial, or Economics (preferred but not required)<br>
<li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Language requirements<br>
</b></div></div><div><div>Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required). Solid in technical &amp; commercial engineering terminology is a must.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Background and experience</b></div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Competencies and skills</b></div></div></div><br>
<div>
<div><ul><li>Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience
</li><li>10-year experience in senior leadership role, preferably within the merchant refining industry in international supply and trading</li>
<li>8-year managerial experience in strategy and business development in Downstream
</li><li>Demonstrated commercial acumen across hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon value chains including different crude suppliers and marketers</li>
<li>Proven managerial track record
</li><li>Senior Management experience with a developing country would be an advantage</li>
</ul>
</div><div><ul><li>Demonstrated business leader rather than pure commercial expert. Evidence of contributing to broader business strategy.</li>
<li>Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills</li>
<li>Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills &ndash; written and verbal</li>
<li>Strong ability to organize effectively, delegate responsibility, solve problems quickly and communicate clearly</li>
<li>Leadership skills, including the ability to manage time effectively and handle both internal and external conflicts</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Technical:</p>
<ul>
<li>Advanced skills in MS Office and professional accounting software (Competent IT skills).
</li><li>Commercial &amp; Contracts awareness</li>
<li>Must have the potential to lead the future commercial activities with the capability to successfully complete actions in the project implementation and operational phases</li>
<li>Demonstrate responsibility for profit management in a large geographically disperses organization with business divisions.</li>
<li>Must be capable of working in a professional team environment and liaise with external parties and stakeholders.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

OQ8 Chief Commercial Officer

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Job purpose
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Under the general direction of OQ8 CEO, the Chief Commercial leads, plans and executes the complete commercial/sales/business related tasks of OQ8 refinery , and oversee Commercial which includes crude supply and product offtake contracts, planning and scheduling and Supply Chain Management (No n hydrocarbon Procurement, Contract &amp; Inventory) in addition this position will be jointly responsible for Risk Managing OQ8s refinery margin and inventory pricing risks. The Chief Commercial is also accountable for the end-to-end supply chain management both hydrocarbon (Commercial and new business development activities) and non-hydrocarbon (SCM - Contracts &amp; Procurement). Acts as owner of commercial standards, policies, procedures through: (1) Develops and implements the commercial strategy for the Refinery and liaises closely with other senior management team, (2) Supports the tendering and contracts awards process related, (3) Responsible commercial agreements to optimize the Company&rsquo;s commercial interests, (4) Provides commercial support to Projects&amp; development work / business development, (5) Ensures commercial practices while complying with industry legal and regulatory requirements, (6) Develops 1,5 and 10 years business plans for the refinery, competitive strategies, Identifies and develops growth opportunities for the company; in order to contribute with the successful implementation commercial activities while ensuring continuous company growth in line with business strategy to maximize its commercial interests and profitability between the different stakeholders (OQ &amp; KPI).
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Main tasks and responsibilities:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Ensures commercial practices while complying with industry legal and regulatory requirements,
  </li>
  <li>
   Identifies, develops and implements growth opportunities for OQ8
  </li>
  <li>
   Providing specialized commercial advice on project related issues, and complex business transactions in negotiating critical contracts
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible for the representation of OQ8&rsquo;s overall business interest
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible to communicate and cooperate with relevant organisations within and outside of OQ8 (OQ / KPI) to perform his tasks
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible for knowledge transfer in OQ8 regarding Commercial and develops resources required for OQ8&rsquo;s development.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develops and maintains compliance programs that reinforces behaviours within defined and communicated boundaries.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develops and implements the commercial strategy for OQ8 including target markets, customers, geography, market and customer segmentation, branding, packaging, logistics, sales partnerships, licensing strategy, QA, etc.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identify and assess new market opportunities, trends, and competitive dynamics to drive growth and innovation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with the executive team to set strategic priorities and goals for commercial initiatives
  </li>
  <li>
   Represents OQ8 in all commercial aspects.
  </li>
  <li>
   Implement pre-marketing plan before start-up of process units and annual sales plan after start-up.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identify technology licensors and negotiate technology license agreements, off-take agreements, product supply agreements, premarketing contracts &ndash; in line with OQ8&rsquo;s sales strategy
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <u>
   Commercial:
  </u>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Member of OQ8&rsquo;s Executive Team to oversee the high-level strategic matters concerned with commercial activities and new business development.
  </li>
  <li>
   Accountable for end-to-end hydrocarbon procurement and offtake ensuring compliant planning processes are adhered to and that transactions are enacted at optimal value to OQ8.
  </li>
  <li>
   Custodian of all commercial policies and governance processes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide an effective commercial governance framework for OQ8
  </li>
  <li>
   Accountable for new business development to grow the shareholder value through alternative offtake arrangements
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <u>
   Supply Chain Management (Contract, Procurement &amp; Inventory)
  </u>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Custodian of the CP&amp;I processes, procedures and systems to ensure compliant but pragmatic processes that are appropriate to the contract risk (value thresholds, strategic, etc.)
  </li>
  <li>
   Relentlessly seeking contracting optimisation opportunities and driving the commercial acumen throughout the organisation
  </li>
  <li>
   Supports the tendering and contracts awards process related with OQ8,
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Education requirements
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Chemical Engineering or Business Administration or relevant field
  </li>
  <li>
   MSc. In Chemical Engineering / MBA in International Business, Commercial, or Economics (preferred but not required)
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Background and experience
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Competencies and skills
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience
  </li>
  <li>
   10-year experience in senior leadership role, preferably within the merchant refining industry in international supply and trading
  </li>
  <li>
   8-year managerial experience in strategy and business development in Downstream
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated commercial acumen across hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon value chains including different crude suppliers and marketers
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven managerial track record
  </li>
  <li>
   Senior Management experience with a developing country would be an advantage
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated business leader rather than pure commercial expert. Evidence of contributing to broader business strategy.
  </li>
  <li>
   Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication skills &ndash; written and verbal
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong ability to organize effectively, delegate responsibility, solve problems quickly and communicate clearly
  </li>
  <li>
   Leadership skills, including the ability to manage time effectively and handle both internal and external conflicts
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <u>
   Technical:
  </u>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Advanced skills in MS Office and professional accounting software (Competent IT skills).
  </li>
  <li>
   Commercial &amp; Contracts awareness
  </li>
  <li>
   Must have the potential to lead the future commercial activities with the capability to successfully complete actions in the project implementation and operational phases
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrate responsibility for profit management in a large geographically disperses organization with business divisions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Must be capable of working in a professional team environment and liaise with external parties and stakeholders.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
</div>


Chief Commercial Officer

<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job title</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
VP, Information &amp; Digital Solutions (IDS) &amp; Facility Management</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Stream</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Downstream</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Function</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
People &amp; Technology- IDS</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Location</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Oman (Muscat)<br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Budget control</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Reporting to</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Chief P&amp;T</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Direct reports</b></div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Job purpose</b></div><br>
<div><b>
</b></div><p>Lead and manage the team and activities for Information &amp; Digital Solutions at OQ8 under delegated authority from Chief P&amp;T, acting as IT Integrated Service provider &amp; internal consultant for IDS requirements, as owner of all Information &amp; Digital Solutions strategy and solutions for OQ8, through (1) Lead the team and activities for Information Technology and Operational Technology which includes the following: Strategy, Governance, Risk, Compliance, IT Contracts, Budget &amp; Finance Management, Cyber Security, Information Management &amp; Digital Delivery, IT Operations, Demand Mgmt. Commercial &amp; Support Functions, and Demand Mgmt. OQ8 (OMT), (2) Manages the development and scaling Omani-channel technologies across OQ8 (aligned with OQ Corporate IDS to influence the organization on IT Digital development of the information architecture and framework; in order to support P&amp;T to ensure the continuity and efficiency of the business. (3) Oversee the complexities of government liaison, facilitating necessary permits and approvals, facility management and administrative functions to guarantee operational excellence. (4) Developing the artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, aligning it with business goals, and overseeing its ethical, secure, and efficient deployment which includes integrating AI into existing infrastructure, managing data governance, and driving technological innovation for competitive advantage.</p>
<div>
The position will act in accordance with OQ8&rsquo;s Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani&rsquo;s government &amp; other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Main tasks and responsibilities</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>Develops OQ8 Information &amp; Digital Solutions (IDS) strategy in line with corporate strategic directions.</li>
<li>Translate OQ8 business requirements into CIC&rsquo;s action, ensuring to align with the Corporate Information &amp; Digital Solutions (IDS) plans and creating balanced for further measurement of its performance for the success OQ8 strategic objectives, as well as contributing with the corporate success of P&amp;T OQ8 performance.
</li><li>Overseeing Facility Management &amp; Administration such as Government Services, Facility Management, and Administration &amp; Logistics.</li>
<li>Ownership and Accountability of Admin &amp; Facilities end-to-end activities including:
<ul><li>Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines</li>
<li>Contracting</li>
<li>Budgeting</li>
<li>Audits</li>
</ul></li><li>Reporting and Information Provisioning</li>
<li>Oversee continuous improvements &amp; LEAN execution plans in the area. Continuously identify and recommend improvements while ensuring compliance with the group guidelines, international/local standards, and relevant legislation</li>
<li>Lead and manage the team for the development and execution of Information &amp; Digital Solutions (IDS) at OQ8</li>
<li>Align OQ8 Information &amp; Digital Solutions (IDS) with shareholders IDS standards.
</li><li>Member of shareholder&rsquo;s Information &amp; Digital Solutions integrated IDS, for synergies/alignment of IDS programs and initiatives.</li>
<li>Executes IDS Corporate strategies in OQ8 including the programs with impact in OQ8 assets.</li>
<li>Prepare IDS-relevant KPIs, monitor and ensure compliance and reports related to IDS performance that affect the organization.</li>
<li>Develops OQ8&ndash; IDS-specific plans in line with the shareholders and all its business units for its strategic directions.</li>
<li>Research at OQ8 the critical areas for new IT business development &amp; other emerging opportunities (in adjacent and disruptive spaces) and present to Chief P&amp;T for consideration of new projects/initiatives.</li>
<li>Support and cultivate an open innovation ecosystem for IDS OQ8 programs in alignment with shareholder&rsquo;s ecosystem.</li>
<li>Develops relevant IDS processes at OQ8 in alignment with corporate compliance.</li>
<li>Ensure to cascade down the Corporate IDS culture in OQ8, in alignment with OQ8 culture.</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><p><b>Strategy &amp; Governance:
</b></p><ul><li>Oversees the team and activities for IT Strategy &amp; Management, including OQ8&rsquo;s IT strategy, enterprise architecture, IT investment planning, IT portfolio, program, and project management, IT sourcing strategy and vendor management, and the development of IT policies, for IT financial management, IT performance management, IT talent management.</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Digital Solution Delivery:</b><b>
</b></div><ul><li>Oversees the team and activities for Digital solution delivery (transformation) including Planning vision and implementing a multi-year organizational-wide change program integrating with stakeholders across all OQ8&rsquo;s streams including the introduction of disruptive technologies and scenarios.
</li><li>Manages the development and scaling Omani-channel technologies across OQ8 (including mobile, web platforms, etc.) with focus on integrating digital technology, and design of solutions (applications) to ensure the continuity and efficiency of the business</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
IT Operations:
</b></div><ul><li>Oversee the team and activities for IT Operations, End User Support, IT Service Management, IT Infrastructure &amp; Network Management, and its Security Operations at OQ8.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Operational Technology:
</b></div><ul><li>Oversee the strategic integration, cybersecurity, and performance of industrial control systems, IIoT, and manufacturing infrastructure, Policies, Standards, and its Governance in direct alignment with IDS Corporate programs for the whole OQ8.</li>
<li>Defining the long-term vision for OT, including industrial automation, robotics, and SCADA systems, ensuring they align with corporate goals.</li>
<li>Aligns OT with business goals, managing vendor partnerships, ensuring up time, and driving digital transformation in operational environments.</li>
<li>Implementing and managing security protocols specific to operational environments to protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<div><b>
Artificial Intelligence:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Defining the organization's AI ambition, identifying high-value use cases, and creating a roadmap for AI adoption</li>
<li>Automating routine internal tasks and using AI-driven insights to improve decision-making processes.
</li><li>Ensuring data infrastructure can support advanced analytics, and collaborating with data teams for robust, high-quality data pipelines.</li>
<li>Establishing ethical guidelines for AI usage, maintaining data privacy, ensuring transparency, and mitigating bias.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Manager Demand Mgmt. Commercial &amp; Support Functions Manager Demand Mgmt. OQ8 (OMT):
</b></p><ul><li>Lead all the activities and team for Demand Management, ensuring a deep understanding of business processes and technology to Identify and elicit requirements, and align those with Corporate IDS initiatives, capturing and prioritizing OQ8 &amp; its business demands, and providing support on business-led technology initiatives to ensure seamless and value orientated IT service delivery.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Facility Management &amp; Administration:
</b></p><ul><li>Manage relationships with government entities, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating necessary permits and approvals.</li>
<li>Supervise facility management activities, including maintenance, security, and safety protocols.</li>
<li>Oversee administrative and logistical functions to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Key interactions</b></div>
<div>
Internal: Corporate Services, OQ8 functions</div>
<div>
External: Staffing specialized Contractors, Vendors &amp; Suppliers</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Notable Working Conditions. </b>Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Education requirements</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Minimum Qualification for this position is a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in in IT, Information Systems, computer science, or Engineering.
</li><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in computer science, MBA or a similar business related subject preferred</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Language</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)<br>
</div></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Background and experience</b></div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Competencies and skills</b></div></div></div><br>
<div>
<div><ul><li>Minimum 18 years&rsquo; experience, in leading/ contributing to cross-functional project teams and complex Project and Program Management experience in a large energy/oil &amp;gas or industrial organization.
</li><li>8 years of working experience at managerial level.</li>
<li>Strong experience in:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Digital Transformation:</li>
<li>Cyber Security:
</li><li>Information Management:
</li><li>Business Integration &amp; Delivery:</li>
<li>Operational Technology</li>
<li>Artificial Intelligence</li>
<li>IT Operations:
</li><li>IT Strategy &amp; Management
</li><li>IT &amp; Information Management skill pool</li>
<li>Facility Management &amp; Administration</li></ul><br>
</div>
<div><p>Soft:
</p><ul><li>A strong entrepreneurial flair and commercial acumen
</li><li>Effective communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
</li><li>A highly analytical and strategic thinker &amp; Proficiency in M/S Office.</li>
<li>Ability to manage and direct the activities of others in a multi-project environment.</li>
<li>Ability to build, maintain and extend relationships across the organization.</li>
<li>Actively embraces new methods and practices that increase efficiency and effectiveness.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Technical:
</p><ul><li>Computer Literacy including MS Office</li>
<li>Understanding of full-stack platform concepts and technologies</li>
<li>Defines product vision.
</li><li>Extracts decomposition algorithms and strategically plans how to execute programs by understanding how best to decompose to expose/protect against the risk.
</li><li>QA / QC Knowledge Lays out product roadmap. Maps current requirements to industry trends, and analyses competition trends.</li>
<li>Demonstrates advanced understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles.
</li><li>Guides new teams to adopt Agile, troubleshoots adoption efforts, and guide continuous improvement &amp; provides training on Lean / Agile.
</li><li>Contract Administration (Development / Review).</li>
<li>Ability to perform business and process analysis.</li>
<li>Recognizes patterns and complexity in problems.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

OQ8 VP IDS & Facility Management

<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job title</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
VP Supply Chain Management</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Stream</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Downstream</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Function</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Supply Chain Management</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Location</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
OQ8 HQ Office - Muscat</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Budget control</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Reporting to</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Chief Commercial Officer</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Direct reports</b></div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Job purpose</b></div><br>
<div><b>
</b></div><div>Lead the creation and implementation of the overall supply chain strategy (Non Hydrocarbon Procurement), in line with the strategic direction of Chief Commercial through the effective and efficient management of end-to-end Supply Chain for national &amp; international markets (performance control, systems, master data), by Overseeing all aspects of sourcing / tendering strategy, including performance control &amp; analysis, contracts, procurement, inventory, warehouse &amp; inbound/outbound logistics management; in order to protect the business capital of the company and build an efficient / cost effective supply chain were values are achieved by optimized plans. Lead key processes within this scope include developing and implementing ICV strategies &amp; initiatives to enhance the local content.</div><br>
<div>
</div><div>The position will act in accordance with the OQ8&rsquo;s Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman&rsquo;s government &amp; other legal justification&rsquo;s, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Main task and responsibilities:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
<div><div><div><div><b>Strategic Supply Chain</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Create overall Procurement and contracting strategy OQ8, in line with strategic direction of the business and Operations.</li>
<li>Lead and manage the assigned staff, including workforce planning (hiring and deployment within the function), performance management and development of direct reports (senior staff) to maximize their potential and engagement and deliver the OQ8 Operation plan.</li>
<li>Oversee the staff and ensure proper assignment of tasks to ensure activities and tasks are carried out in a continuous and effective manner.</li>
<li>Manage and control the department activities and strategic direction in alignment with OQ8 strategy framework and guidelines.
</li><li>Develop midterm strategy (+ 1 year) for improving costs position and operational efficiency, develop region specific SC strategies to improve netbacks.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Performance Control &amp; Analysis</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Provide leadership and guidance to the performance control &amp; analysis team, ensuring accurate measurement, analysis, and optimization of supply chain performance.</li>
<li>Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, and dashboards to monitor and evaluate supply chain performance across regions and business units.</li>
<li>Analyse performance data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Procurement<br>
</b></div></div><div><ul><li>Oversees the Procurement actions based on relevant policies, procedures and documentation requirements assuring high performance and delivery on mandate for supply chain /commercial function.</li>
<li>Oversees the procurement process/ end to end activities, ensuring are customer oriented and commercially advantageous for the company.</li>
<li>Oversee the negotiation, development, and management of logistics contracts with transportation providers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics partners.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with contractual agreements, terms, and conditions, and monitor performance against key performance indicators (KPIs).</li>
<li>Collaborate with legal, procurement, and finance teams to review and finalize contract terms, pricing structures, and service level agreements.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Contracts<br>
</b></div></div><div><ul><li>Oversees the contract strategy execution through the implementation of best-in-class sourcing and negotiation strategies that are aligned with organisation&rsquo;s policy to ensure the right contracts are in place to deliver value to internal customers.
</li><li>Oversees the development and implementation of improved contractual documents through the alignment of stakeholders to achieve balanced forms of contract that protect OO8 and obtain supplier acceptance.</li>
<li>Oversees contract management processes to ensure the delivery of required supplier performance, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that OO8&rsquo;s procurement solutions meet the needs of industry and internal customers.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Inventory<br>
</b></div></div><div><ul><li>Oversees the Materials Inventory, Warehouse Procurement &amp; Contracts, logistics and purchasing performance, initiatives and teams by directing and applying the best-in-class practices to achieve effective material management and administration of relevant contracts, including the approval and implementation of its policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Oversees category-based marketing strategy at Procurement Contract and Inventory function and the category planning process across categories, ensuring the growth of opportunities and business targets through category &amp; market analysis.
</li><li>Ensure the implementation of category management, lean and other business improvement initiatives in order to achieve effective Inventory &amp; technical control on materials</li>
<li>Oversees the warehouse operations through utilising leading inventory management practices to ensure effective material handling and availability as per required stock level.
</li><li>Lead the warehouse operations through utilising leading inventory management practices to ensure effective material handling and availability as per required stock.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Logistics (Inbounds/Outbounds)</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Lead the inbound and outbound logistics teams responsible for managing transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities.</li>
<li>Develop and implement strategies to optimize transportation routes, modes, and carriers, minimizing costs and lead times while maximizing service levels.</li>
<li>Oversee warehouse operations, inventory management, and order fulfilment processes to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>In-Country Value (ICV)</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Develop and implement strategies to maximize in-country value, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and government regulations.</li>
<li>Drive the implementation of In Country Value (ICV) initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for local content development and enhancement across operations.</li>
<li>Lead negotiations and partnerships with local suppliers, vendors, and service providers to optimize value creation within the country.</li></ul></div></div></div></div><br>
<div>
</div></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Key interactions</b></div>
<div><b>
Internal:</b> Project teams, Fianance, Legal, ELT, Operations, TEchenical Services, Legal, Maintenance.production. <b>External:</b> Tender Board, Contractors, Vendors &amp; Suppliers, Logistics companies.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Notable Working Conditions: </b>Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Education requirements</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree In Engineering and Supply Chain / Business Administration or relevant field
</li><li>Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CSCMP, CSCP), preferred but nor required</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Language requirements<br>
</b></div></div><div>Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English (required).<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Background and experience</b></div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Competencies and skills</b></div></div></div><br>
<div>
<div><ul><li>Minimum 18 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Contracting and Inventory Management</li>
<li>Experience in Procurement and Contracting, with at least 8 years in a senior leadership / managerial role overseeing supply chain operations.</li>
<li>Experience in creating Supply Chain plans involving:
</li></ul><ul><li>Strategic Supply Chain</li>
<li>Performance Control &amp; Analysis</li>
<li>Contracts</li>
<li>Procurement</li>
<li>Inventory &amp; Warehouse</li>
<li>Logistics (Inbounds/Outbounds)</li>
<li>In-Country Value (ICV)</li>
</ul><ul><li>Experience controlling operational and financial plans (integrated margins),
</li><li>Proven track record of driving operational excellence, optimizing supply chain performance, and delivering results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li></ul><br>
</div>
<div><div>Soft:</div><br>
<div>
</div><ul><li>Strong leadership and strategic planning skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve goals and objectives.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.</li>
<li>Strategic thinker with a global mindset, able to anticipate market trends, identify opportunities, and drive innovation and change.</li>
<li>Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on delivering value, driving continuous improvement, and exceeding customer expectations.</li>
<li>Able to work collaboratively with all involved.
</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and multi-cultural sensitivity.
</li><li>Experience leading a team of maintenance professionals, preferably in the oil &amp; Gas industry.</li>
<li>Experienced in resource control and general management.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Technical:</div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>Computer literate with expertise in MS Office.
</li><li>Finance and business literacy.
</li><li>Planning Organizing and Integrating knowledge.</li>
<li>Inbound / Outbound Logistics</li>
<li>Procurement &amp; Contract</li>
<li>Inventory</li>
<li>Logistics</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

OQ8 VP Supply Chain Management

<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job title</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
VP Corporate Planning<br>
</div></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Company</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
OQ8<br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Function</b></div></div><div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Finance</b></div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Department</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Corporate Planning</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Location</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Muscat<br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Budget control</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
*CAPEX /Project /Consultancy /Operational *</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Reporting to</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
CFO</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Direct reports</b></div></div><div><br>
<ul>
</ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Job purpose</b></div><br>
<div>
</div><p>Lead the development and implementation of OQ8 medium and long term corporate strategic plans, in line with the strategic direction of CEO OQ8. Oversee the annual reports, annual capital operating budgets and production plans through: (1) Ensuring the execution of the corporate strategic plans through development and roll out of business plans, (2) Partnering with business to provide continual risk assessment, designing &amp; implementing strategies and processes to mitigate the same, (3) Monitoring and providing quarterly reports/Monthly on the progress against the Corporate Business Plan and the Performance Targets and recommending timely interventions or remedial plans where necessary, (4) Ensuring that the Corporation&rsquo;s business processes are aligned to the strategic objectives of the company through overseeing periodic review of business processes and recommending areas for improvement.</p><br>
<div></div>
<div>
The position will act in accordance with OQ8&rsquo;s Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani&rsquo;s government &amp; other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Main Accountabilities:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Strategic Planning:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Oversee the development, monitoring, and reporting of OQ8&rsquo;s Mid &amp; Long-Term Strategic Plan (MTSP &amp; LTSP), ensuring full alignment with Shareholder&rsquo;s Strategic Directions, national objectives, and market trends.
</li><li>Provide top management with clear visibility on progress toward strategic objectives and corporate vision.</li>
<li>Plans, supervises and controls manpower, capital &amp; expense budgets relating to the department</li>
<li>Lead the coordination of the OQ8 Five-Year Plan (FYP) preparation and submission as a rolling medium-term plan linking LTSP and Annual Budget.</li>
<li>Manages the full Five-Year Plan cycle. Coordinate annual target setting and reporting.</li>
<li>Review and obtain approvals for Technical Study Proposals from OQ8 departments..</li>
<li>Review the economics of profit-making projects using standardized templates, including sensitivity and risk analysis</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Project Planning:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Manage capital investment planning, budgeting, and control processes, ensuring all investments and technical studies are aligned with OQ8 Mid &amp; Long-Term Strategic Plan based on shareholders direction.</li>
<li>Lead conceptual and feasibility stages of strategic projects until transfer to Projects
</li><li>Monitor the coordination of OQ8 Annual Capital Budget preparation.</li>
<li>Manage CAPEX component of Five-Year Plan</li>
<li>Supervise the coordination of Annual Technical Studies &amp; Consultancy Budget preparation.</li>
<li>Prepare and submit OQ8 Annual Report to OQ8 Board highlighting company performance, achievements, projects, and key indicators</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Planning &amp; Commercial:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Cooperates with Finance department for preparation of annual budgets and 5-year budget estimates, ensuring that budgets properly relate and endorse 5-year plan and are consistent with operating plans.</li>
<li>Develop long-term production and profitability plans, manage supply agreements, and conduct economic evaluations to protect and enhance OQ8 commercial performance.</li>
<li>Lead the development and preparation of Five-Year Production Plan using Aspen PIMS LP Model</li>
<li>Preparation of Budget Production Plan profitability analysis using approved prices and operating costs.
</li><li>Prepare and issue routine management and external reports.</li>
<li>Coordinate and manage OQ8 feedstock and product supply agreements with OQ8 Shareholders.</li>
<li>Support negotiations for new supply agreements to protect OQ8 business interests.</li>
<li>Conduct economic and LP studies to identify long-term profitability opportunities.</li>
<li>Perform ad-hoc technical and financial analysis for top management.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Performance Analysis:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Monitor, analyze, and benchmark OQ8 operational and financial performance to support excellence and incentive programs.</li>
<li>Coordinate Solomon Benchmarking Studies and internal Solomon automation reports. EII already done.
</li><li>Prepare Monthly Executive Profitability Analysis Reports</li>
<li>Prepare and issue Quarterly FOE Webmaster Repodone, highlighting operational performance and gaps</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Business Development:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Spearheading new business development initiatives including development of relevant strategic partnerships</li>
<li>Identify, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities that enhance OQ8 profitability, private sector participation, integration with OQ/Q8 subsidiaries, and non-core product development.</li>
<li>Manages the evaluation of domestic refining expansion and integrated petrochemical projects.</li>
<li>Lead the assessment of CO₂ capture, utilization, and EOR opportunities with OQ and private sector participation.</li>
<li>Develop private sector participation initiatives such as Pet-Coke sales and downstream integration</li>
<li>Any other potential new business</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Stakeholder Collaboration:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Oversee and manage the entire Performance &amp; Shareholder Relation including the engagement relation with shareholders, investor Relations and OQ8 Leadership team for the development of financial analysis that will conduct the preparation of Special Financial Reports to BoD on OQ8&rsquo;s performance.
</li><li>Ensure that OQ8 is performing well financially and maintaining positive relationships with its shareholders.
</li><li>Collaborating with all stakeholders &amp; partners in the development of strategies.</li>
<li>Coordinating management meeting including preparation of agenda, preparation and dissemination management meetings minutes</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Key interactions</b></div>
<div>
Internal: Board of Directors, CEO, All Function Heads,
</div><div>External: Shareholders and external stakeholders</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Notable Working Conditions. </b>Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Education requirements</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant field.</li>
Project Management Certificate or Finance or Master&rsquo;s degree or MBA (preferred but not required)<br>
<li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Language</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Bilingual: Arabic and English. Solid in technical engineering terminology is a must.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Background and experience</b></div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Competencies and skills</b></div></div></div><br>
<div>
<div><ul><li>Minimum 18 years of relevant experience in corporate strategy development and implementation environments, of which 8 years should have been at Managerial level including the following:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strategic Planning</li>
<li>Project Planning</li>
<li>Performance Analysis</li>
<li>Business Development
</li></ul><ul><li>Deep experience and understanding in Solomon Benchmarking Studies.
</li><li>Training in core strategy processes and project management in a busy commercial or policy planning environment.</li>
<li>Experience in working in a think-tank or high-profile management consultancy role or policy or analytical arm of an oil and gas entity.</li>
<li>Sector knowledge - an understanding of the petroleum industry, Refinery, marketing and economic functions in particular.</li></ul><br>
</div>
<div><div>Soft:</div><br>
<div>
</div><ul><li>Strong management &amp; leadership skills to lead all aspects of corporate strategy processes</li>
<li>Proactive, adapt to market dynamics, and continuously innovate to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
</li><li>Able to work collaboratively with all involved.
</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and multi-cultural sensitivity.
</li><li>Experience leading a team of maintenance professionals, preferably in the oil &amp; Gas industry.</li>
<li>Experienced in resource control and general management.</li>
<li>Reliability to handle pressure while producing timely and correct information including all necessary steps to bring out valuable results.
</li><li>Open-minded, and willing to accept change, but at the same time, knows how to get the ball rolling.</li>
<li>Strong influencing skills &amp; sound judgment and integrity to build and maintain relationships at all levels.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Technical:</div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>Proficiency in M/S Office</li>
<li>Adeptness in refinery simulation and Economics.</li>
<li>Advanced Excel skills for building complex LP models and conducting data analysis.</li>
<li>Familiarity with performance management systems and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software used in the Oil &amp; Gas industry, such as SAP, Oracle, or specialized oilfield services software.</li>
<li>Proficiency in corporate analysis and planning modelling.</li>
<li>Capital Budgeting and Investment Analysis</li>
<li>Understanding of Solomon studies</li>
<li>Corporate Development and Strategy Alignment</li>
<li>Risk Management from a Strategic Perspective</li>
<li>Providing Financial Insights for Strategic Decision-Making</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

OQ8 VP Corporate Planning

<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job title</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Head of Legal</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Stream</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Downstream<br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Function</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
Legal</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Location</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
OQ8 HQ Office - Muscat<br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Budget control</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Reporting to</b></div></div><div><br>
<div>
OQ8 CEO</div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Direct reports</b></div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Job purpose</b></div><br>
<div><b>
</b></div><div>Under the general direction of OQ8 CEO, the Head Legal leads and coordinates OQ8&rsquo;s Legal strategy and provides legal advice and direction on OQ8&rsquo;s legal framework priorities and its related implementation plans associated with both day-to-day activities and complex strategic initiatives. The Head Legal reports to the CEO and to the Board as Company Secretary by (1) providing sound legal advice on company legal strategies and their implementation, (2) Managing the legal function and its associated staff, and (3) Oversees the work of external counsels, and (4) develops and maintains a Compliance programs that reinforces behaviors within defined and communicated boundaries.</div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div>The position will act in accordance with the OQ8&rsquo;s Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman&rsquo;s government &amp; other legal justification&rsquo;s, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p><b>Main tasks and responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Establish the short and long-term strategy for Legal and translate it into business plans with objectives and performance indicators to measure success to support the achievement of OQ8&rsquo;s strategic objectives</li>
<li>Act as the legal adviser to Senior Management and ensure the resolution of major legal issues affecting OQ8&rsquo;s strategic interests</li>
<li>Build and develop the Legal function in a manner to efficiently and effectively support the business, ensuring clear lines of responsibility and accountability</li>
<li>Foster collaboration within the Legal team and between the Legal function and the business lines/other functions to ensure Legal is appropriately positioned and utilized with the OQ8 Joint Venture
</li><li>Manage Legal resources, to ensure appropriate skill set and capacity to address the legal demands of the Joint Venture</li>
<li>Lead negotiations of material agreements across a wide variety of transactions and discussions</li>
<li>Works closely with Senior Management in shaping the business strategy of the Joint Venture
</li><li>Oversight and accountability in supporting the legal experts from the various business lines/ functions in leading the negotiations of agreements across a wide variety of transactions and discussions</li>
<li>Lead and manage the Legal staff, including workforce planning (hiring and deployment within the function), performance management and development of direct reports to maximize their potential and engagement.</li>
<li>Oversee continuous improvements &amp; LEAN execution plans in the area. Continuously identify and recommend improvements while ensuring compliance with the group guidelines, international/local standards, and relevant legislation.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Lead Legal team to:
</p><ul><li>Set the strategy and plan for the Legal function, to provide timely, high-quality legal advice and assistance to OQ8&rsquo;s businesses and functions across all relevant jurisdictions to support the businesses to achieve their strategic objectives</li>
<li>Set the strategy for contractual negotiation and documentation for the interest of OQ8 and its businesses</li>
<li>Oversee the management of corporate secretarial activities and provision of legal advice in relation to corporate governance</li>
<li>Set the strategy for the development of corporate compliance and regulatory policies and standards in relation to Anti-Bribery, Corruption, Whistle-blower, Sanctions, Export Controls, Trademark and Brand Compliance and oversee their implementation and enforcement throughout the OQ8 Joint Venture, to mitigate risk and ensure OQ8&rsquo;s business activities are carried out in an ethical manner and with integrity</li>
<li>Oversee and advise Legal departments on litigation and dispute settlement activities and lead instructions to external counsel to ensure outcomes in the best interest of OQ8</li>
<li>Design and implement digital transformation initiatives that enhance legal efficiency, and continuously improve the same</li>
<li>Lead the research, analysis and interpretation of proposed and existing laws, statutes and regulations in all jurisdictions in which OQ8 operates, and their impact on OQ8&rsquo;s business to plan for any changes, measures required</li>
<li>Manage relationships with key stakeholders, particularly governmental authorities and regulators, as well as external counsel and consultants</li>
<li>Manage the development and implementation of the Compliance processes, and monitor compliance across the organisation to the defined legal framework in order to ensure
</li><li>Manage the activities related to OQ8&rsquo;s legal framework in order to ensure its compliance with its obligations.</li>
<li>Provide technical advice to management on legal cases and disputes in order to protect the organisation&rsquo;s interest in an efficient and effective manner.</li>
<li>Represents the legal function at meeting on selected business matters</li>
<li>Co-ordination of legal and regulatory issues with financial, legal and technical advisors
</li><li>Ensures timely and compliant execution of Significant Contracts, and catalogues and maintains custody of the same.</li>
<li>Advice on maintaining full compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory agencies and environmental laws.</li>
<li>Managing the services of outside counsel.</li>
<li>Review OQ8&rsquo;s panel of law firms on periodic basis based on their performance and competency.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Performance Management:
</div><ul><li>Overseas the Capacity building initiatives &amp; performance of direct and indirect staff, aligning those initiatives with the human resources processes and systems, to ensure the transfer of knowledge to local staff and motivate employees with the right balance of technical and functional capabilities.</li>
<li>Overseas employee&rsquo;s competence development.</li>
<li>Overseas building and retaining capabilities
</li><li>Lead and guide a motivated, engaged, high performing and capable team in order to deliver the department business plan.</li>
<li>Lead the Talent and Performance Management for its direct and indirect reports, defining workforce requirements, recruiting, training and developing talent, aligned with the human resources processes and systems, to ensure capable, qualified and highly motivated employees with the right balance of technical and functional capabilities.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Specific near-term challenges:</div>
<ul>
<li>Managing potential claims from EPCs as part of the project close-out</li>
<li>Supporting Finance with capital restructuring</li>
<li>Building trust and confidence with the shareholder legal departments</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Key interactions</b></div>
<div>
Internal: Executive Leadership Team | Board | Heads of other Streams/Businesses | Legal team members | Assurance</div>
<div>
External: Government / Ministries | External Legal Counsel | Auditors | Vendors</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Notable Working Conditions: </b>Primarily office-based work; occasional domestic and international travel</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Education requirements</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (Required)
</li>Authorized legal practice (required)<br>
<li>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><div><b>Language requirements<br>
</b></div></div><div><div>Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)</div></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<div><b>Background and experience</b></div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
Competencies and skills</b></div></div></div><br>
<div>
<div><ul><li>Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in law within the Energy Industry
</li><li>5 years as senior member of a corporate legal function or partner in a law consulting firm / company
</li><li>Experience with working in the Sultanate of Oman legal framework (preferred)</li>
</ul>
</div><div><ul><li>Ability to negotiate and influence</li>
<li>Ability to lead a team of professionals</li>
<li>Ability to identify and mitigate legal compliance risks</li>
<li>Ability to communicate at various corporate levels</li>
<li>Ability to work across different functions</li>
<li>Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds</li>
<li>Demonstrated strategic orientation</li>
<li>Advanced critical analytical skills</li>
<li>Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders</li>
<li>Ability to conduct legal negotiation</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership to develop high performing teams</li>
<li>Capable of inspiring and leading change,
</li><li>must be fluent in legal terminology in English</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Technical:</div><br>
<div>
</div><ul><li>Proficiency in M/S Office</li>
<li>Legal Finance &amp; Banking, Corporate &amp; Projects (Petrochemical / construction)</li>
<li>Finance &amp; Corporate Law</li>
<li>Contract management,
</li><li>Trade agreement,
</li><li>M&amp;A
</li><li>Compliance, Governance,
</li><li>Contracting (required)
</li><li>Project finance
</li><li>Omani Law / UK Law)</li>
<li>Litigation and Arbitration.</li>
</ul><ul><li>In-depth understanding of the Oil &amp; Gas industry</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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