Business Support Officer at Sahara Group

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Logistics Support

• Liaise with internal Logistics team to coordinate logistics for field operations, including personnel movement, accommodation, and equipment deployment.
• Monitor and track utilization of vehicles, vessels, and logistics resources to ensure cost efficiency.
• Support the enforcement of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards by ensuring all business support activities are conducted in full compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, fostering a zero-incident culture.
• Support planning and execution of operational activities across assets (OML/OPL locations).

Security Coordination

• Liaise with internal security teams and government security agencies to ensure safe operations.
• Support implementation of asset protection strategies, including surveillance (e.g., drones, patrols).
• Guide the process of tracking and reporting security incidents and support escalation protocols.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support execution of community engagement plans in line with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA).
• Coordinate interactions with Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs).
• Assist in managing relationships with community leaders, contractors, and local stakeholders.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Ensure documentation and activities align with regulatory requirements (e.g., NUPRC, NUIMS).
• Support preparation of reports, compliance submissions, and audit documentation.
• Maintain proper records of contracts, approvals, and statutory obligations.

Administrative & Business Coordination

• Prepare reports, presentations, and operational updates for management review.
• Track budgets and expenditures related to logistics, security, and community activities.
• Assist in procurement processes, vendor coordination, and contract administration.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain dashboards and trackers for key business support activities.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on operational support metrics.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to processes and cost management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Efficiency of logistics coordination (cost vs. utilization).
• Timeliness and quality of operational support delivery.
• Reduction in operational disruptions linked to logistics, security/ HSE gaps.
• Compliance with regulatory requirements and audit readiness.
• Effectiveness of stakeholder and community engagement support.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Good understanding of upstream oil & gas operations.
• Knowledge of Nigerian regulatory environment (PIA, NUPRC requirements).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Financial awareness and cost control mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Proactive and results-driven mindset.
• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills.
• Adaptability to dynamic field and operational environments.

Working Conditions

• Combination of office-based and field-based assignments.
• Frequent travel to operational sites and host communities.
• Interaction with internal teams, regulators, and external stakeholders.