Vice President, Gas Portfolio And Master Planning

About the role

ADNOC is seeking a seasoned leader to drive the strategic direction and optimisation of its gas portfolio. The Vice President, Gas Portfolio & Master Planning will play a critical role in shaping long-term gas strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, market dynamics, and the UAE’s energy priorities.

This role will lead enterprise-wide master planning initiatives, enhance portfolio value, and ensure operational excellence, sustainability, and regulatory compliance across gas operations.

Key responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of ADNOC’s gas portfolio strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and long-term value creation

Oversee integrated master planning, including resource allocation, infrastructure development, and optimisation of gas assets

Provide strategic insights on market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies to inform executive decision-making

Drive the establishment of strategic partnerships to strengthen ADNOC’s position across the gas value chain

Lead and align cross-functional teams to deliver strategic initiatives and achieve business objectives

Monitor portfolio performance and implement measures to maximise efficiency, reliability, and sustainability

Champion risk management practices to proactively address sector challenges and uncertainties

Ensure strict compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and governance standards

Drive innovation and continuous improvement to enhance operational and commercial outcomes

Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on all gas portfolio and planning matters

Leadership accountabilities

Contribute to ADNOC’s overall strategy and transformation agenda

Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability

Strengthen collaboration across internal functions to ensure seamless execution of strategic plans

Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally

Promote best practices and industry benchmarks to drive performance and operational excellence

Represent ADNOC at industry forums, reinforcing its leadership position in the global energy sector

Stakeholder engagement

Internal: Work closely with executive leadership, business units, and corporate functions to drive alignment and execution of integrated strategies.

External: Engage with regulators, partners, and industry stakeholders to support ADNOC’s strategic objectives and enhance its market position.

Qualifications & experience

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Experience:

Minimum 15 years of experience within the energy sector, with strong exposure to gas portfolio management and strategic planning

Proven track record in leading large-scale, complex initiatives within a dynamic environment

Skills:

Strategic thinking and commercial acumen

Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities

Deep understanding of gas markets, regulatory frameworks, and industry trends