TANZANIA PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

 

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

 Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) is a National Institution established in 1969 with a mandate to undertake petroleum development. TPDC has its headquarters in Dar es Salaam and carries its operations in selected petroleum potential areas throughout the country, including the continental shelf of Tanzania. The Corporation is currently operating in partnership with international oil companies under Production Sharing Agreements (PSA). Using this arrangement in recent years, major discoveries of natural gas have been made, both onshore and offshore. These discoveries provide TPDC with significant growth potential, with corresponding increased managerial and operational challenges across the petroleum value chain ranging from upstream, midstream to downstream. To cope with such dynamic managerial and operational challenges, TPDC is looking for experienced, dynamic, energetic, visionary and qualified candidates to fill the most senior positions within the Corporation’s. These positions will provide supporting roles to the Managing Director. Specific day to day duties and responsibilities of the senior positions are as follows:-

1. DIRECTOR OF UPSTREAM OPERATIONS

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

The Director of Upstream Operations will be responsible for exploration and production activities. The Director will be required to identify exploration blocks locally and internationally and add value to those exploration assets. Identification and implementation of optimal production methods to enhance the Corporation’s oil and gas recovery will be the major function of the Director.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(i) Advises the Management on oil and gas exploration and producing assets.

(ii) Advises the Management exploration blocks and monitors the undertaking of exploration for oil and gas by the Corporation and its partners within and outside the country;

(iii) Monitors and coordinates exploration and production activities in accordance with production sharing agreements, laws and regulations;

(iv) Monitors and advises on execution of geological and geophysical surveys and its related activities.

(v) Undertakes drilling of exploration and production wells. (vi) Advises Management on unitization process between

companies or countries; (vii) Oversees and is accountable for undertaking studies

relating to oil and gas exploration, development, and production;

(viii) Advises on potential joint and production sharing partners and the selection of contractors.

(ix) Advises on the review of policies, regulations and guidelines relating to the oil and gas sector.

(x) Ensures that the Corporation’s interests regard to joint ventures and production sharing agreements are safeguarded.

(xi) Oversees any subsidiary company of the Corporation engaged in any aspects connected with oil and gas exploration and production to ensure maximization of Corporate returns.

(xii) Liaises with relevant bodies in provision of Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) services in all upstream activities.

(xiii) Oversees staff development within the Directorate. (xiv) Undertakes any other duties as assigned by the

Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Holder of a Master’s Degree in Petroleum Geosciences, Petroleum Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE

At least 13 years’ experience in upstream petroleum industry of which 5 years must be at senior level. Proven high administrative and managerial ability in the oil and gas industry and knowledge of international oil business is essential. 2. DIRECTOR OF DOWN STREAM OPERATIONS

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

The Director of Downstream Operations shall be responsible for management of mid and downstream operations in oil and gas related activities. Shall identify, undertake and oversee related oil and gas business, infrastructure development and value addition activities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(i) Formulates, within the general strategy set by the Board, and in cooperation with other oil and gas

marketing companies, the distribution of oil and gas products within the country and for exports;

(ii) Liaises with subsidiary companies of the Corporation involved in oil and gas midstream and downstream business in promoting their activities;

(iii) Formulates and participates in negotiations of all contracts involving marketing operations of oil and gas in midstream and down-stream activities, operation and maintenance agreements, and product sales/purchase agreements;

(iv) Identifies midstream and downstream investment opportunities for oil and gas;

(v) Ensures marketing of petroleum products at delivery point.

(vi) Monitors the operations and performance of investment in oil and gas in both midstream and downstream.

(vii) Supervises midstream and downstream research activities to ensure efficiency and provide technical advice in research and project development;

(viii) Conducts technical evaluation of projects and review of consultant’s technical project reports;

(ix) Reviews conceptual designs and plans for plants, equipment and pipelines to ensure that they meet requisite standards;

(x) Liases with the Director of Corporate Legal Services on contract negotiations relating to selection of consultants, contractors and processes pertaining to all midstream and downstream activities;

(xi) Monitors development projects during appraisal, construction and implementation to enhance efficiency;

(xii) Designs, implements and facilitates departmental annual plans;

(xiii) Supports and facilitates development and implementation of business marketing plans;

(xiv) Promotes sales of oil and gas in and outside Tanzania Undertakes training of staff in the Directorate;

(xv) Oversees staff development in the Directorate; (xvi) Performs any other related duties as may be assigned

by the Managing Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Holder of a Master’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE

At least 13 years experience of which 5 years must be at senior level in related fields. Proven high administrative and managerial ability in the oil industry and knowledge of international oil business is essential. 3. DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE STRATEGY AND

PLANNING

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

The Director of Corporate Strategy and Planning will be responsible for development of strategies and plans of the Corporation. The Director will be the think tank of the Corporation and guides development of the short, medium and long terms strategies. Shall be responsible for identification of viable projects to be undertaken by TPDC, and/or other entities participation and provide recommendations on modes of participation.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(i) Ensures that continuous strategic petroleum industry assessments and necessary researches are carried out;

(ii) Liaises with other Directorates of the Corporation in developing corporate strategies and business plan for all prospective oil and gas projects;

(iii) Oversees business planning, budgeting and evaluation of international business ventures performance;

(iv) Promotes strategic investment in the petroleum industry in collaboration with the directors of upstream and downstream operations;

(v) Evaluates strategic investment programs of the Corporation;

(vi) Monitors investment processes and supervises evaluation of the overall business performance of the Corporation;

(vii) Sets out short, medium and long terms strategic plan and their action plans;

(viii) Evaluates TPDC’s participation in the implementation of the Natural Gas Utilization Master plan;

(ix) Advises on issues related to Government policies, regulations and guidelines related to the petroleum sector;

(x) Oversees staff development in the Directorate; (xi) Performs any other related duties as may be assigned

by the Managing Director from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Holder of a Masters Degree in Economics, Petroleum Economics, and Finance or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE

At least 13 years experience of which 5 years must be at senior level in relevant field. Administrative and managerial ability and experience in the oil industry will be an added advantage.

4. DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE MANAGEMENT;

v The post of Director of Corporate Management has been withdrawn

5. DIRECTORATE OF FINANCE

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

The Director of Finance shall ensures effective system control of the Corporation’s assets and liabilities; provides financial and costs information of the operations which will enable the control exercise and achieve budget in line with the financial objectives of the Corporation, monitor the financial aspects of contracts of third parties to ensure that the Corporation’s interest have been adequately considered, provide financial and management accounting services for the Corporation including budgeting and budgetary control. Responsible for origination and execution of project finance advisory and financing transactions in the cooperation.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(i) Assists and supports the Managing Director in carrying out the financial policies of the Corporation as specified by the Board of Directors;

(ii) Ensures the proper control of Corporation assets, liabilities, financing and cost of operations so as to achieve budget in line with financial objective of the Corporation;

(iii) Monitors financial aspects of contracts with third parties;

(iv) Saves the Corporation’s interest regarding the financial matters particularly financing decision and raising funds for corporation activities;

(v) Oversees preparation of financial statements; (vi) Works closely with heads of other Directorates in

planning of sound capital structure; (vii) Forecasts on cash flow and financial resources of the

Corporation; (viii) Designs financial policies and regulations of the

corporation; (ix) Conducts planning of resources and manages them so

that future requirements of the corporation are met; (x) Supervises financial performance of the Corporation; (xi) Oversees staff development in the Directorate;

(xii) Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Holder of a Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting and CPA (T) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE

At least 13 years experience of which 5 years must be at senior level in the relevant field. Specialization in international finance in Oil and Gas will be an added advantage.

6. DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE LEGAL SERVICES

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION The Director of Corporate Legal Services is responsible for providing legal services to the Corporation in accordance with the TPDC’s Establishment Order and relevant laws, regulations and other legal instruments.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (i) Provides legal services to the Corporation (ii) Handles matters relating to the Board of Directors (iii) Provides legal advice and assistance to all

Departments, Units and Subsidiaries; (iv) Ensures proper management of contracts with user

departments and units; (v) Represents the Corporation in the Courts of law (vi) Ensures compliance of the legislation relating to

energy sector; (vii) Prepares minutes, agenda, notices, and subsequent

correspondence in connection with meetings of the Management Committees and Board of Directors.

(viii) Acts as custodian of the seal of the Corporation;

(ix) Provides efficient and effective insurance cover to the Corporation’s property;

(x) Oversees staff development in the Department. (xi) Performs any other related duties as may be

assigned by the Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must be a holder of an LLM degree. and Possession of a full ICSA and PhD will be added advantages. Must be a registered Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania.

WORKING EXPERIENCE At least 13 years working experience in the legal profession of which 5 years must be at senior position. Administrative and managerial ability in the oil and gas industry will be an added advantage.

7. DIRECTOR OF INTERNAL AUDIT

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION The Director of Internal Audit directs the functions of the internal auditing which reviews accounting, financial and other records of TPDC and its operating units to ensure compliance with the Corporation’s policies, objectives, accuracy and reliability of information reported to management. Director of Internal Audit is responsible for the implementation of systems of internal audit control that ensure reliable day-to-day records that safeguard the Corporation’s assets.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (i) Develops comprehensive risk based audit programs; (ii) Ensures proper control of resources; (iii) Ensures compliance with laws, regulations and

procedures; (iv) Reviews and reports on the reliability of financial

statements and operational data; (v) Carries out performance audits and value for money;

(vi) Carries out special audit and investigations as directed by Management and shall be responsible for joint venture audit;

(vii) Liaises with External Auditors during the audit of the Corporation’s financial statements;

(viii) Conducts audits to (a) appraise the adequacy and use of financial accounting and operating controls, (b) determine the extent of compliance with policies and procedures affecting financial operations, and (c) determine reliability of accounting and other data developed;

(ix) Ensures that Corporation’s assets are adequately controlled and safeguarded;

(x) Oversees staff development in the Department; (xi) Performs any other related duties as may be assigned

by the Managing Director and/or Chairman of the Board.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Holder of Masters Degree in Accountancy from a recognized Institution and CPA (T) registered with NBAA in the category of Authorized Auditor. Possession of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification and PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE At least thirteen (13) years working experience from a commercial organization or any other reputable institution of which 5 years must be at senior position. Administrative and managerial ability in the oil and gas industry will be an added advantage.

8. PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT MANAGER

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION The Head of Procurement Management Unit, among other things, organizes, plans, and manages all procurement undertakings of the Corporation, aligns procurement with

mission and vision of the organization, develops and implements policies and procedures for the department, formulates short and long term programs for the unit, liaises with procurement players such as Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), Public Procurement Appeals Authority (PPAA), Public Supplies Professional Technicians Board (PSPTB) and any other authorities.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (i) Prepares a workable procurement plan based on the

Annual Budget and Plan; (ii) Manages procurement and disposal of goods and

services within the provisions of the Public Procurement laws and regulations;

(iii) Supports the functioning of the tender board and implements decisions therefrom;

(iv) Liaises with the Director of Corporate Legal Services to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement laws and Regulations;

(v) Prepares statements, reports and returns as per the requirements of the public procurement law(s);

(vi) Prepares and handles advertisement for tenders, tendering documents;

(vii) Liaises with the Director of Corporate Legal Services in preparation of all procurement contracts;

(viii) Maintains and keeps records of the procurement and disposal processes;

(ix) Prepares and submit to the appropriate authorities quarterly and annual reports on the implementation of the annual procurement plan;

(x) Oversees staff development in the Unit; (xi) Performs any other related duties assigned by the

Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Holder of a Masters Degree in any discipline with Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional (CPSP) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution and must be registered with PSPTB as authorized Procurement Officer. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE At least 13 years working experience of which 5 must be at senior level. Administrative and managerial ability in the oil and gas industry will be an added advantage.

9. MANAGER - RISK MANAGEMENT

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION The Head of Risk Management Unit shall be the principal advisor to the Managing Director on all matters concerning risk management in the Corporation.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (i) Assists and supports the Board and Managing Director

in carrying out risk management functions in the Corporation as specified by the Board.

(ii) Reviews the designs and implementation of risk management plans and programs in the Corporation.

(iii) Implements a set of risk metrics and reports, including losses and incidents, key risk exposures and early warning indicators.

(iv) Reviews policies and strategies for risk management. (v) Maintains Risk Register and prepares risk reports. (vi) Improves the Corporations risk management readiness

through communication and training programs and risk-based performance measurement and incentives.

(vii) Ensures that the Corporation is in substantial compliance with its internal operating policies and procedures and any external legal, regulatory or contractual requirements.

(viii) Oversees staff development in the Unit. (ix) Performs any other related duties as may be assigned

by the Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Holder of a Master’s Degree in Risk Management, Engineering, Geosciences, Insurance, Actuarial Sciences, Finance, Economics or equivalent qualification from a

recognized institution with extensive training in risk management. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE At least 13 years working experience from a recognized Organization of which 5 years must be at senior level. Administrative, managerial ability in the oil and gas industry and experience in handling risks will be added advantages.

10. MANAGER - COMMUNICATIONS

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION The Manager responsible for Communications is responsible for providing information relating to the Corporation’s activities to the general public and stakeholders with a view of enhancing the image of the Corporation. The Communications Manager shall be the link between the Corporation and other general public and stakeholders.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (i) Preparation and implementation of the Charter and

policy on communications within the Corporation (ii) Collects and disseminates appropriate information to

the general public and stakeholders; (iii) Supervises preparation of Corporation’s

communications strategy; (iv) Keeps general public and stakeholders aware of the

Corporation activities; (v) Oversees preparation of plans and strategies on

Corporate Social Responsibilities; (vi) Coordinates press briefings; (vii) Liaises with relevant Directorates and Units before

issuing or responding to press briefings; (viii) Liaises with the Director of Corporate Management

and Coordinates Corporation’s public events; (ix) Ensures and supervises designs of Corporation

promotional publication materials such as diaries, calendars, posters etc;

(x) Supervises arrangements for promotional and trade exhibitions;

(xi) Promotes Organizational activity programs and policies;

(xii) Coordinates the arrangement for reception of foreign and local visitors;

(xiii) Handles all official functions and receptions. (xiv) Oversees staff development in Unit; (xv) Carries out any other duties as may be assigned by the

Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Holder of a Master’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE At least 13 years working experience from a recognized institution, of which 5 years must be at senior level. Administrative and managerial ability in the oil and gas industry will be an added advantage.

11. ASPECTS COMMON TO ALL POSITIONS. REPORTS TO: Managing Director

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCES

Applicants for all positions are required to demonstrate the following attributes and competences:-

• Must be visionary, proactive and forward looking • Must be innovative and results- oriented • Must have the ability to maintain a multi-task focus • Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism; • Must possess good interpersonal relationships;

• Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal;

• Must demonstrate ability to handle community relationships, disputes and conflicts arising from operations in different locations;

• Must be able to deal effectively and timely with demanding situations;

• Must be able to work independently and under tight time schedules;

• Must be able to manage continuity, change and transition;

• Must be able to maintain harmonization and encourage staff performance within the department,

• Must have ability to work under pressure; • Must have a good track record.

AGE LIMIT Applicants must not be above 45 years old. REMUNERATION Remuneration shall be in accordance with TPDC Salary Scales. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT The terms of employment shall be on permanent and pensionable terms. MODE OF APPLICATION

(i) Interested and suitable Tanzanian nationals should submit their application letters along with their curriculum vitae, indicating current email and telephone contacts;

(ii) Public Service applicants must channel their applications through their employers.

(iii) Certified copies of relevant certificates and one recent passport size photograph should be attached to the application letters;

(iv) Each applicant must provide names and contact details of two reputable referees;

(v) Applications without relevant documents will not be considered;

(vi) Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Applications must reach the undersigned by REGISTERED MAIL on or before 31th May 2014. The Managing Director Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation Benjamin William Mkapa Towers Jamhuri/Azikiwe Road P.O. Box 2774 Dar es Salaam Tanzania