Divisional Head, Oil & Gas at a Multidisciplinary African Conglomerate - PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria - Our client is a multidisciplinary African conglomerate delivering specialized and integrated solutions across Aviation, Construction, Oil & Gas, Trading, Procurement, Transportation, and Real Estate. With a broad presence across major African markets, the company leverages cross-sector expertise to deliver innovative solutions that drive growth and development.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Divisional Head, Oil & Gas

Job ID: 130-PEO01306
Location: Abuja
Department: People & Change Nigeria

Role Summary

• The Divisional Head, Oil & Gas is responsible for leading and managing the division’s strategic and operational activities related to the sourcing, pricing, logistics, and compliance of petroleum products.
• This role ensures the procurement of high-quality products at competitive prices, oversees complex supply chain operations, and implements risk mitigation strategies to optimize cost-efficiency.
• The role holder drives business growth, ensures regulatory compliance, and fosters strong supplier and stakeholder relationships across local and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the divisional strategy aligned with corporate goals.
• Identify market opportunities for petroleum products across regions and Lead business development efforts to expand client base and partnerships.
• Oversee full-cycle oil & gas services to clients including exploration, production, storage, transportation, refining, and marketing.
• Source high-quality oil and gas products from reliable suppliers and negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms for supply agreements.
• Oversee complex logistics including transportation, storage, and distribution across multiple geographies.
• Develop pricing models that balance profitability with market competitiveness.
• Build, lead, and retain a high-performing technical and commercial team, ensuring an efficient and accountable organisational structure.
• Navigate regulatory frameworks across local and international jurisdictions and ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and trade regulations.
• Implement risk controls and contingency plans for critical operations including monitoring financial exposure and hedgeing against market fluctuations.
• Drive operational efficiency and asset performance, implementing systems to improve production uptime, cost control, and process safety.
• Engage with government agencies, regulators, joint-venture partners, and host communities to secure approvals, protect interests, and strengthen relationships.
• Provide oversight for the division’s financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation, and investment planning.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities, including asset acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and market expansion across West Africa.
• Promote innovation, digital transformation, and energy transition initiatives to maintain competitiveness and align with global trends.
• Represent the oil & gas division in executive and Board-level discussions, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and stakeholder expectations.

Requirements
Required Experience and Capabilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry, including senior leadership roles in Oil and Gas operations.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, SPE) strongly preferred.
• Strong background in petroleum trading, logistics, and compliance.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and negotiation.
• Deep understanding of regulatory environments and stakeholder engagement across Nigeria and the West African energy sector.

Application Closing Date
19th August, 2025.