About US:
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda is established under the Petroleum Exploration, Development and Production Act, 2013.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Chief Executive Officer of the Authority.
Oversee the day- to- day administration and management of the affairs of the Authority and shall ensure the implementation of the decisions of the Board.
Act as the Accounting Officer of the Authority
Serve as the Secretary to the Board of Directors
Initiate and implement policies and programmes for the Authority and report on them to the Board and ensure that the agreed objectives, targets and service standards are met.
In charge of the proper management of the property of the Authority
Responsible for management of the staff of the Authority
Provide direction and advice as required on the matters that fall within the areas of the Authority’s responsibilities Develop and oversee an operating plan to guide the Authority in performing its functions.
Cooperate with other lead agencies and organizations in matters related to the petroleum sector.
Develop an economic, efficient and cost effective internal management structure,
Performs any other duty necessary for the implementation of the Act or as may be assigned to him / her by the Board.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicants must be Ugandans who at least hold a Master’s degree in any of the following areas: Petroleum Geosciences, Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum Management. Petroleum Law or Petroleum Taxation and Finance, from a recognized University.
A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in the management of a busy and well organized Institution.
Applicants with qualifications in Business Administration and Management will have an added advantage.
Extensive working knowledge in Petroleum Exploration, Development and Production.
Familiarity with Government Policies, laws and regulations relevant to petroleum operations and good knowledge about the oil industries in the Country.
Excellent communication skills.
Good institutional building and stakeholder relationship management skills
Good working and team building skills.
Proven ability to lead large and diverse groups.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit their application forms, indicating the date, time, and, the telephone contact, postal and email addresses for both the applicant and three reputable referees. The candidates must pick a copy of the form from the PAU offices of the address given below. The complete application should also include a copy of Curriculum Vitae, and certified copies of each of their academic and professional qualifications and testimonials.
Applications, using the format provided, must be filled in triplicate and hard copies, and they should be addressed to:
The Chairperson, Board of Directors,
Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU),
Amber House Building, Fourth Floor, Plot No. 29/33 Kampala Road,
P. O. Box 7270, Kampala – Uganda Room No. B403.
Deadline: 4th March 2016