Organization: East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP)

Job Title: Transportation Officer

Reporting To: Offtake and Transportation Manager

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Employment Type: Full-Time

About EACOP

The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project is a midstream development located across Uganda and Tanzania that includes a nearshore marine storage and export terminal (MST). Once completed, the EACOP Company will operate the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, a 1,443 km long, thermally insulated crude oil export pipeline transporting oil from Kabaale-Hoima in Uganda to the Chongoleani Peninsula near Tanga Port in Tanzania for export to international markets.

Job Summary

The Transportation Officer is responsible for supporting the commercial and operational management of crude oil transportation activities by coordinating upstream production forecasts, tariff invoicing, commercial agreements, and reporting. The role works closely with operations, finance, upstream shippers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasting, timely invoicing, compliance with transportation agreements, and efficient management of shared facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate upstream production forecasts, nominations, and capacity planning with operations and upstream shippers.
• Support the negotiation, implementation, and monitoring of tariff and transportation agreements.
• Prepare and manage monthly tariff invoicing, payment tracking, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Coordinate reporting requirements and ensure compliance with commercial agreements.
• Provide commercial support for upstream operations and shared facilities at PST1/Kabaale.
• Support contract close-out activities and cost allocation for shared facilities.
• Maintain accurate production forecasts and operational records.
• Ensure compliance with EACOP HSE standards and operational procedures.

Academic Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Commercial & Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience, including 2 years in commercial activities and negotiations.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in:
  • Oil and Gas contracts
  • Business development
  • Trading operations
  • Production operations
  • Material balance and accounting
• Experience in financing matters is an added advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Power BI type analysis application skills.
• Experience in additional technical areas of the Oil & Gas industry is an added advantage.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with high numeracy and problem-solving ability.
• Proactive, diplomatic, and team-oriented.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Fluent in English.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• High availability, including weekend duties when required.
• Proactive attitude and respect for deadlines.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Fully comply with Company HSE (Health, Safety, Social, Security & Environment) policies and Life Saving Rules.
• Actively participate in HSEQ and promote a culture of co-workers’ safety.
• Maintain vigilance and continuous awareness of potential unsafe conditions.
• Communicate HSE-related concerns and recommend improvements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly workplace through good housekeeping practices.

Application Procedure

Qualified applicants should submit:

• A Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• A Cover Letter explaining why they are suitable for the position.

Applications must be submitted through the EACOP Careers Portal.

Application Deadline: 4th August 2026.

Female candidates and individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.