Governance Manager

Job title

Manager Governance

Grade

Stream

Legal

Function

Legal

Location

Oman – Muscat

Budget control

*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*

Reporting to

VP Legal

Direct Reports

2

Job purpose

Lead and manage the corporate governance function, overseeing the development, maintenance and effectiveness of governance frameworks, policies, delegations of authority and accountability structures across OQ Group. Provide strategic governance advice to management, oversee subsidiary governance arrangements, monitor alignment with applicable regulatory and shareholder requirements, and drive continuous improvement in governance practices to support effective decision-making and organisational accountability.

The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, OIA requirements, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Develop and drive the Governance Function strategy, objectives, and annual governance plan.
• Develop, maintain and periodically review the Group Corporate Governance Framework, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives, shareholder requirements and applicable regulatory obligations
• Own and oversee the enterprise governance framework across OQ Group and its subsidiaries.
• Establish governance priorities, governance standards, and performance measures to strengthen governance maturity and organizational effectiveness
• Lead the development, review, approval, and maintenance of governance policies, frameworks, procedures, standards, charters, and governance-related methodologies.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and periodic review of Delegation of Authority (DOA) frameworks to ensure clear accountability and effective decision-making.
• Advise on governance implications of organisational restructuring, establishment of new entities, changes in ownership and significant corporate initiatives.
• Oversee the development and periodic review of Delegations of Authority, ensuring clear decision rights, approval thresholds and accountability.
• Oversee governance arrangements across subsidiaries, including governance structures, reserved matters, reporting obligations and shareholder oversight requirements.
• Review governance policies, frameworks, procedures, and governance methodologies.
• Ensure the effective implementation and enforcement of governance practices across the organization.
• Provide strategic governance advice and recommendations to Executive Management and key stakeholders
• Oversee governance compliance, reviews, governance maturity, governance assurance, and governance reporting activities.
• Lead governance transformation, simplification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversees governance risk management activities and ensure effective mitigation of governance-related issues.
• Oversee governance reporting activities and ensure timely preparation of governance dashboards, management reports, and executive-level presentations
• Build and maintain effective relationships with regulators, shareholders, Board Committees, and senior stakeholders.
• Manage governance resources, budgets, and workload prioritization.
• Monitor governance-related regulatory developments, shareholder directives, and governance best practices, and ensure their integration into the organization's governance framework.
• Monitor governance effectiveness and report material gaps, weaknesses and recommend corrective actions to the appropriate management bodies.
• Monitor Governance Function performance and drive improvements in governance effectiveness.
• Lead, coach, and develop governance professionals while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Coordinate with Board Secretariat on matters requiring alignment between corporate governance frameworks and board or committee governance arrangements.
• Champion governance awareness and governance culture across the organization.

Key interactions

Internal: OQ SAOC & Subsidiaries

External: Shareholders & Regulatory Bodies

Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site.

Education requirements

• A minimum qualification of a bachelor’s degree is required.
• A qualification of a bachelor’s degree in legal is a plus

Language

Exceptional knowledge of written, read, and spoken English and Arabic

Background and experience

Competencies and skills

• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in similar role, preferable in the energy/oil and gas sector and/or a holding company with subsidiary oversight.
• Experience in developing and implementing governance frameworks, policies, delegations of authority, and committee structures within large and complex organizations.

• Experience engaging with executive management, boards, board committees, regulators, and external stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, regulatory requirements, compliance management, and organizational accountability frameworks.

Soft:

• Ability to provide strategic direction and align governance activities with organizational goals.
• Ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at senior leadership levels.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills to address complex governance challenges and risks.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex matters clearly and effectively.
• Ability to lead change initiatives and drive the adoption of enhanced governance practices.
• Demonstrates high integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment while maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Technical

• Ability to develop, implement, and enhance governance frameworks, policies, and procedures that ensure effective decision-making, accountability, and compliance.
• Ability to establish governance structures, delegations of authority, and committee frameworks that support organizational objectives.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles, regulatory requirements, and compliance management practices.
• Ability to identify governance risks, assess control effectiveness, and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ability to lead governance reviews, audits, and reporting activities to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Ability to analyze governance structures and drive process optimization, simplification, and automation initiatives.
• Ability to interpret legal, regulatory, and shareholder requirements and translate them into practical governance solutions.