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Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) - We coordinate and unify the petroleum policies of its Member Countries and ensure the stabilization of oil markets in order to secure an efficient, economic
Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) – We coordinate and unify the petroleum policies of its Member Countries and ensure the stabilization of oil markets in order to secure an efficient, economic and regular supply of petroleum to consumers, a steady income to producers and a fair return on capital for those investing in the petroleum industry.
1). Energy Policy Analyst
Job Code: 6.1.07
Location: Nigeria
Job Summary
- Within the Secretariat, the Environmental Matters Department monitors, analyzes, reports and advises on developments pertaining to the international debate on energy policies, climate change and sustainable development and contributes to the close coordination of Member Country positions on these matters.
- This entails: monitoring and analyzing international debates and developments on energy policies, environmental matters, climate change, sustainable development and trade; gathering and analyzing data and information in these fields; contributing to coordination among Member Countries and participating in relevant multilateral fora and discussions; and building up OPEC’s networks with national, regional and multilateral organizations.
- It elaborates OPEC Long Term Strategy and monitors, analyzes and reports on relevant international, national and regional policies on environmental matters, and assessing their impacts on energy markets.
Objective of Position
- The Energy Policy Analyst studies analyzes and reports on environmental issues and developments pertinent to energy policies, institutions and regulations in consuming and producing countries and regions, assessing their impact on global economy and sustainable development.
Main Responsibilities
- Monitors and analyzes international policy and regulatory developments in climate change, sustainable development, energy transition, and other environmental matters with relevance to energy-exporting developing countries.
- Carries out studies on the interlinkages between energy and sustainable development, including developments under the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (particularly SDG 7 on affordable and clean energy), renewable energy policy trends, emission reduction initiatives and technologies, and the evolution of negotiations and institutional arrangements under the UNFCCC and other multilateral fora.
- Analyzes the evolution of institutions and regulatory regimes for collective action through international agreements and frameworks like the IPCC, UNFCCC, HLPF, UNEP, UNEA, INC, IMO, ICAO, WTO and any other UN and international/multilateral process relevant to energy and the environment.
- Examines the changing pattern of geopolitics of energy and security of energy supply and demand.
- Analyzes the potential impacts of global, regional and national policies and measures being developed in response to global environmental concerns, on energy and sustainable development.
- Contributes to speeches, articles and presentations to internal meetings and various international forums.
- Carries out any other tasks assigned by the relevant superiors as pertain to his/her background, qualifications and position.
Required Competencies and Qualifications
Education:
- University degree in Environmental Policy, Economics, International Relations, Engineering or related fields
- Advanced degree preferred
Work Experience:
- University degree: 8 years
- Advanced degree: 6 years
Training Specialisations:
- Economic analysis
- Energy policy analysis
- Knowledge of oil market developments
- International/multilateral negotiations
Competencies:
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Customer orientation
- Analytical thinking
- Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
Status and Benefits
- Members of the Secretariat are international employees whose responsibilities are not national but exclusively international. In carrying out their functions they have to demonstrate the personal qualities expected of international employees such as integrity, independence and impartiality.
- The post is at grade E reporting to the Head, Environmental Matters Department. The compensation package, including expatriate benefits, is commensurate with the level of the post.
Application Closing Date
30th June 2025.
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2). Public Relations (PR) Coordinator
Job Code: 8.2.01
Location: Nigeria
Description
- Within the Secretariat the Public Relations & Information Department is responsible for, presenting OPEC objectives, decisions and actions in their true and most desirable perspective; disseminating news of general interest regarding the Organization and the Member Countries on energy and related matters; carrying out a central information programme and identifying suitable areas for the promotion of the Organization’s aims and image; and providing library services.
Objective of Position
- To assist the Head of Department in formulating strategies for creating and maintaining a positive public image for the Organization and in the execution of these strategies and related policies and decisions; to provide timely information through the most effective means to targeted audiences as well as the general public about OPEC, its aims and objectives, its activities, it decisions and their rationale, and its positions on topical issues in the industry; and to coordinate the programme of the Public Relations Team.
Main Responsibilities
- Advises and assists the Head of Department in elaborating concepts and approaches for increasing public and institutional awareness about the aims and objectives of OPEC as well as OPEC’s positions on topical issues.
- Advises on and assists the Head of Department in initiating and coordinating programmes aimed at promoting the image of OPEC with its role of stabilizing the international oil market.
- Establishes and maintains good network of media contacts and manages media relations through proactive communications by organizing interviews, inputs to editorial supplements, leveraging of OPEC reports etc.
- Advises on advert placements and, with the support of the Editorial and the Design and Production Services teams, on the appropriate editorial format and art work.
- Monitors public perceptions about OPEC as expressed in the press and at various formal and informal fora and prepares appropriate responses as necessary.
- Conducts briefings for visiting students and groups to the Secretariat.
- Produces, in collaboration with the Editorial and the Design and Production Services teams, special publications (press kits, specialized magazines, flyers, posters etc) for strategic audiences with the objective of disseminating positive messages about the Organization
- Produces – with external assistance as appropriate – TV programmes for local, national and international TV channels.
- Identifies and advises on events and activities in which OPEC’s participation could enhance the Organization’s image.
- Coordinates visits of journalists at OPEC events, and provides necessary assistance (including arranging interviews, press kits and gift items).
- Carries out any other tasks assigned by the relevant superiors as pertain to his/her background, qualifications and position.
Required Competencies and Qualifications
Education:
- University degree in Public Relations, Media Studies, Journalism, Social Sciences or Advertising; Diploma/certificate in Public Relations;
- Advanced degree or professional qualification in PR or journalism preferred
Work Experience:
- University degree: 10 years in PR, whereof 2 years in supervisory/coordinating position
- Advanced degree or professional qualification: 8 years
Training Specializations:
- Modern information practice and techniques
- Knowledge of audio-visuals an asset
- Membership of a professional public relations body
Competencies:
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Cultural sensitivity
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Customer orientation
- Analytical thinking
- Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
- Management and leadership
Language:
- Full command of written and spoken English; other major languages an asset.
Status and Benefits
- Members of the Secretariat are international employees whose responsibilities are not national but exclusively international. In carrying out their functions they have to demonstrate the personal qualities expected of international employees such as integrity, independence and impartiality.
- The post is at grade D reporting to the Head, Public Relations & Information Department. The compensation package, including expatriate benefits, is commensurate with the level of the post.
Application Closing Date
26th June 2025.
How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should use the links below to apply:
