DIRECTORATE OF TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
PAU/TSS/052/600 UPSTREAM ECONOMIST AND FINANCIAL ANALYST (01 VACANCY)
JOB SUMMARY
The Upstream Economist and Financial Analyst reports to the Senior Upstream Economist and Financial Analyst and is responsible for following the profitability of the projects in the upstream and ensure the PAU is kept abreast with changes in the industry that may affect the projects in Uganda. .

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
a) Coordinate aspects of trading and pricing Uganda’s oil and gas resources.
b) Provide information and analysis for regular updates on the movement in the macro-economic factors and how these movements affect the industry.
c) Provide information and analysis for regular updates on any developments in economic and financial evaluation, taxation and fiscal terms, cost structures, prices, hydrocarbon availability including analysis of their impact on the sector in Uganda.
d) Collect data and information to facilitate the production of an annual benchmark report for Uganda’s sector.
e) Undertake economic/financial modelling for the upstream.
f) Undertake the necessary independent scenario analyses required to support negotiations.
g) Review and develop of models/tools required to undertake the necessary economic/financial analysis.
h) Review submitted inputs for the determination of tariffs.
i) Review of documents for licensing or renewal of licenses.
j) Undertake comparative economic/financial modelling work on the proposed licenses.
k) Initiate and undertake in research on topical issues in the sector and write technical papers.
l) Undertake continued analysis and benchmarking of Uganda’s fiscal regimes.
m) Review and propose changes in legislation to ensure regulation is not a burden or cost.
n) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Basic Qualifications
An honors Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Quantitative Economics, Petroleum Economics, or any other related degree from an internationally recognized University/Institution.
Experience
a) A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the area of economic/financial analysis in a reputable organization.
b) Demonstrated experience of working in a team in an organization/business unit/project with diverse professionals.
Added Advantage
a) Possession of training in financial analysis.
b) Demonstrated knowledge of the oil and gas industry.
c) Considerable knowledge of tax laws.
d) Good knowledge of economic theory, research and models.
e) Knowledge of the laws and policies in the Oil and Gas Sector in Uganda.
Character and Competencies
a) Innovative and with a proven high level of integrity and professionalism.
b) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
c) Familiarity with the main data manipulation languages and the principles of database design.
d) Good organizational skills.
e) The ability to achieve tight work deadlines under pressure.
f) The ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and customers.
g) A willingness to keep up to date with the current developments in technology.
h) A commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).
i) An understanding of relevant legislation.

Job Education: An honors Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Quantitative Economics, Petroleum Economics