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Job Description
DIGITAL AND INNOVATION LEAD
Development team, business units, and external partners to foster a culture of digital innovation
Overview
FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited (FIRST E&P) is a Nigerian oil and gas company that was established in 2011. It started formal business operations on the 1st of July, 2012. FIRST E&P is a deeply technical, commercial and entrepreneurial organization, with full delivery capability across the entire upstream oil and gas value chain.
Job Description
- This role will be responsible for driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and optimizing petroleum workflows and processes from exploration to operation.
- The successful candidate will work in the Digital and Innovation team made up of Digital Architects (Petroleum & Enterprise) and Data Management Specialist.
- In addition, the role will collaborate closely with other departments to identify opportunities, adopt/develop cutting-edge and innovative solutions, and implement sustainable data-driven practices and decision-making.
- Participate in the design and implement a comprehensive digital architecture framework tailored to the unique needs of the value chain from exploration to production operations.
- Analyze existing workflows and processes, identifying areas for automation, optimization, and streamlining through strategic implementation of cutting-edge digital technologies.
- Actively participate in the development and execution of a robust data strategy that encompasses data governance, integration, quality, security, and analytics. Ensure optimal data utilization to drive informed decision-making.
- Oversee the integration of various systems and workflow to ensure seamless data flow in the exploration and development team.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to conceptualize and design impactful digital solutions. Evaluate technical solutions to ensure suitability and alignment with the overall digital architecture.
- Identify and assess emerging technologies with the potential to enhance our business operations, providing recommendations for adoption.
- Work closely with Digital and IT teams, Exploration and Development team, business units, and external partners to foster a culture of digital innovation
Qualification
The ideal candidate must possess the following:
- B.Sc/HND in Computer Science, Software Engineering Petroleum Engineering or any related field.
- Digital Skills – Software Development, Data Analysis, etc
- Minimum of 7+ years of experience in managing petroleum workflows and data, digital architecture design and implementation, preferably with a focus on the petroleum industry.
- Demonstrated understanding in digital technologies such as cloud computing, IoT, data analytics, AI/ML, and process automation.
- In-depth understanding of petroleum workflows, processes, and industry-specific data requirements.
- Proven experience in database design, and data governance principles related to petroleum operations.
- Good project management skills and experience working with a cross-functional technology initiative.
- The ideal candidate must possess the following:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail.
- Passion for using technology to transform traditional petroleum processes.
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving approach to address complex technical and business challenges.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience and articulate the benefits of proposed digital solutions.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to engage various departments and stakeholders.
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria.
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