Head of Division: Oil Industry & Markets Division
The IEA are seeking a dynamic and experienced energy expert to serve as the Editor of the IEA Oil Market Report as well as leading its Oil Industry and Markets Division. Under the general supervision of the Director of Energy Markets and Security (EMS), the main responsibility of the role will be to supervise and co‐ordinate the IEA's work on the monitoring of and reporting on oil industry and market developments.
The Division Head has line management responsibility for the budget and a team, of enthusiastic professionals. S/he will develop the Division’s work programme to support wider Agency priorities in close collaboration with other senior colleagues across the Directorate and Agency.
Main Responsibilities
1. Management & Leadership
- Plan, lead and co‐ordinate the preparation of the IEA's monthly Oil Market Report, annual Medium‐Term Oil Market Report and Annual Statistical Supplement, the presentation of results for the Governing Board and the Standing Group on the Oil Market (SOM), and follow up with media, governments and the oil industry.
- Advise Governments on recent trends in the global oil market and medium‐term developments and analysis on the role of physical and financial markets in oil price formation, particularly highlighting policy‐related issues and recommending appropriate action; plan and coordinate meetings of the Standing Group on the Oil Market.
- Manage a highly qualified, enthusiastic, multicultural team of energy analysts and accept accountability the quality, timeliness and relevance of the Division’s outputs. Contribute personally to these outputs through intellectual leadership, coaching and developing staff, as well as by winning and managing resources to support the Division’s work. Build a collegial and productive working atmosphere.
2. Co-ordination, liaison, representation, dissemination
- Develop and maintain close contacts with government officials on important policy developments, as well as with oil companies and consultants.
- Contribute to the development of the IEA’s key messages, particularly in relation to the oil industry and oil markets and communications strategies with key stakeholders, the media and the general public, in order to maximize the value, visibility and impact of the Division’s work.
- Provide market information and expertise during oil emergencies and support and participate in exercises related to maintaining emergency response capabilities.
- Build collaborative and collegial working relationships with people inside and outside the Agency on cross-cutting projects, publications, policy reviews, and conferences.
Candidate’s profile
Academic Background
An advanced university degree in economics, science, engineering, or a related discipline.
Professional Background
Ten to fifteen years' experience in the international oil industry with experience in the field of oil and energy policy. Specific areas of expertise include any or all of the following: oil production, refining and distribution, oil trade, oil stock policy or product quality issues.
Languages
An excellent level of oral and written communication skills and excellent drafting ability in English; working knowledge of other languages would be an advantage.
Key Competencies
Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, political sensitivity and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with senior government and industry officials.
Demonstrated ability to manage interdisciplinary teams including experience in selecting, coaching, developing and appraising staff; providing regular constructive performance feedback; creating an environment conducive to teamwork, innovation and open communication.
Strategic vision and good anticipatory skills, based on experience, in order to identify areas where the IEA can contribute effectively to policy-making in member and non-member countries. An outcomes orientation and a proven record of success. Ability to work to extremely tight deadlines. Capacity to innovate and create new analytical tools.
Proven communication and networking skills. The capacity to work at senior policy levels with Member and non-member countries, to establish senior-level networks with key stakeholders and to be able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of experts from industry, academia and non-governmental organisations.
Contract Duration
Fixed term appointment: three years, renewable two years
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