Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) - We coordinate
and unify the petroleum policies of its Member Countries and ensure the
stabilization of oil markets in order to secure an efficient, economic
and regular supply of petroleum to consumers, a steady income to
producers and a fair return on capital for those investing in the
petroleum industry.
OPEC is recruiting for the below position:
Job Title: Legal Advisor, International Matters
Job Code: 1.1.02
Location: Nigeria
Job Description
Within the Secretariat, the Legal Office contributes to the conduct of
the affairs of the Organization by promoting the rule of law within the
Organization and in its relation with governments, organizations,
enterprises and individuals and by maintaining and defending the legal
claims and interests of the Organization. The Office participates in the
drafting and negotiations of contracts and agreements with external
entities.
It provides legal support and proposes amendments in respect of the
Organization’s organs, statutes and programs as well as of financial and
staff regulations. It monitors developments of relevant legal aspects
pertaining to the energy sector, nationally and internationally,
conducts research and publishes up to date legal articles on recent and
emergent trends. It protects and advances the interests of the
Organization and its Member Countries in international forums.
Objective of Position
Under the overall supervision of the General Legal Counsel, the Legal
Advisor, International Matters, provides legal advice to the Secretary
General and to senior management regarding the Organization's relation
with external entities.
He/she addresses and defends international legal claims and interests of
the Organization within the scope of its Statute and follows, analyses
and advises on issues of national and international legal policies of
relevance to OPEC and its Member Countries.
