Petroleum Authority of Uganda Data Management Officer(Geology) - Jobs in Uganda

Petroleum Authority of Uganda Data Management Officer(Geology) - Jobs in Uganda


Background

The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) is a statutory body established under Section 9 of the Petroleum (Exploration,Development and Production)

Act 2013, and in line with the National Oil and Gas Policy for Uganda which was approved in 2008.

The mandate of the PAU is to monitor and regulate the exploration, development and production, together with the refining, gas
conversion, transportation and storage of petroleum in Uganda.

This includes ensuring that petroleum operations in Uganda are carried out in accordance with the relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, statutes and in line with international best practice for the petroleum industry.

The Petroleum Authority of Uganda now invites applications from qualified Ugandans who fully meet the required job specifications and with the right
personal attributes to occupy the following positions in the Authority’s established structure.

Job Summary

The Data Management Officer (Geology) will be responsible to and report to the Senior Data Management Officer (E&P).

He /She will be responsible for managing
geological data in accordance with PAU Data Management/ICT Policy as part of
the team supporting the PAU’s’ data management mandate.

He /She will also provide support for the geoscience and engineering Applications used by technical teams in the Authority.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the management of geological data
  • Responsible for receipt of well data submitted by licensees and QC for content, data format, readability and general compliance with legal
    reporting requirements prior to archival/storage, cataloguing and maintenance
  • Participate in the data dissemination process to stakeholders by ensuring timely response to data requests, quality control, speedy packaging and
    pricing of the data
  • Participate in the review and development of relevant policies, legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines pertaining to the management of petroleum data.
  • Provide support, advice & guidance on geoscience and engineering Application usage and maintenance
  • Set up and manage user accounts and permissions on the workstations
  • Load and QC well and related data on the workstation from standard file
    formats (LIS, LAS etc.)
  • Provide user mentoring in application usage, data loading and workflows.
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

    Qualifications, Skills and Experience

    Basic Qualifications

  • An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Geoscience, engineering,
    physical
    sciences, from an internationally recognized institution

    Experience

  • At least three years of relevant professional work experience in the oil and gas industry.

    Added Advantage

  • A Master’s Degree in Petroleum Geoscience, Petroleum Data Management or related discipline from an internationally recognized institution
  • Membership to relevant professional organizations.

    Competencies and Character
  • Demonstrated knowledge of project creation, backup, archival and restoration procedures in the main Exploration and Production Applications.
  • Knowledge of data types and workflows within the Exploration and Production Application suite and between 3rd party applications.
  • Must be self-motivated and interested in working in a busy and dynamic environment where quality, attention to detail, customer service, are essential values.
  • Proven high level of integrity.
  • Innovative
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Must have strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Proven track record of outstanding performance.
  • Proficiency in relevant industry computer packages and software

    How to Apply:
  • PAU will only consider online applications submitted through her website.
  • Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 18th March 2019
  • Only online applications will be considered.
  • Applications submitted by e-mail will not be accepted
  • Applicants are required to scan and attach certified copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Degree, Transcript, Diploma, A-level and O-level certificates and PLE results slip.
  • Academic documents for the successful candidates will be vetted and background
    checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Authority.
  • Only short listed and successful candidates will be contacted
  • Please forward any enquires regarding this advert to recruitment@pau.go.ug or call
    telephone number 0414231924.
  • PAU is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any money to any applicant for employment in its Service
  • For more information and job application details, see; Petroleum Authority of Uganda Data Management Officer(Geology) - Jobs in Uganda

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