Basic Function: • Plans, directs, coordinates and ensures that the R&D governance and process of approval of the R&D portfolio roadmap in the short, medium and long term is performed according to companys management guidelines and government regulations. • Assesses business impact of R&D proposals, confirms technical claims and proposes a priority on R&D programs/projects. • Monitors and optimizes the performance of R&D activities and ensures a strong link with operational disciplines (e.g., advisors and specialists in company and OpCos). • Provides assurance by applying and optimizing best practices for managing R&D activities (including processes, roadmaps, budget, deliverables, TRL, human resource and planning). • Implement, maintain and promote a R&D knowledge management process per discipline (G&G, RE, D&C, development/production, IT). • Ensures coordination of R&D programs across companys R&D hub and promotes sharing of knowledge per discipline. Desired Candidate Profile Minimum Requirements: • Ph.D. in Geosciences/Petroleum/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines. • 12 years experience in exploration and production activities particularly related to technology testing and qualification. • Documented exposure in R&D activities and/or management with strong project management/organization skills. • Computer literate. • Well versed in the office applications and presentation tools. • Very good knowledge of English, fluency in written and spoken Arabic.