Chinyere Obi

Experience

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  Nigerian Petroleum Development Company Limited

  Aug 2005 - Dec 2020

  Business Strategy Formulation, Business Planning and Process Reviews, Commercial Evaluation, Reserves Estimation and Reporting Coordination, Risk Assessment, Value Assurance Reviews, mentoring and coaching etc. Strategic Business Planning, Portfolio Optimization, Reserves Evaluation, Reservoir Management, Reservoir Simulation, Field Development Planning etc. Well and Reservoir performance analysis and modeling, Bottom Hole Pressure survey design, Pressure Transient Analysis, Wireline Formation Test analysis, Production database management, PVT analysis etc.

  • Deputy Chief Reservoir Engineer & Coordinator Development Planning

    Jan 2018 - Dec 2020

  • Supervisor Reservoir Eng. & Development Planning

    Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

  • Senior Reservoir Engineer

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2015

  • Petroleum Engineer

    Aug 2005 - Jan 2011
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  National Petroleum Investment Management Services (NAPIMS)

  Jan 2021 - May 2022

  • Head, Petroleum Engineering, PSC Asset Group B

    May 2021 - May 2022

  • Deputy Manager, Reservoir Engineering, Production Sharing Contract (PSC) Division

    Jan 2021 - May 2021
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  Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited

  May 2022 - Nov 2022

  Head, Data Management
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  NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services

  Jul 2022 - Apr 2023

  Manager, Economic Research and Data Management
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  Foster Ventures

  Jan 2023 - now

  Advisory Board Member
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  NNPC Limited

  Apr 2023 - Jan 2024

  Manager, Efficiency and Data Management

  I lead a team of professionals in delivering business intelligence, process and cost efficiency, change management, performance management, and business assurance solutions across the organization.My passion is to leverage data and analytics to optimize business decisions and outcomes, while ensuring compliance and sustainability. I have a strong background in petroleum engineering, business administration, and international business law, which enables me to understand the technical and commercial aspects of the oil and gas sector. I also have a keen interest in behavioral finance and sustainable business strategy, which informs my approach to stakeholder engagement and risk management.Business Intelligence | Process/Cost Efficiency | Change Management | Performance Management | Business Assurance | Data Management etc. Show less

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  NNPC E&P LIMITED

  Jan 2024 - Mar 2024

  Deputy Chief Operating Officer, OML 34 AMT

  Strategic operations leadership, budget management/optimization, stakeholder management, safety and compliance management.

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  NNPC Limited

  Mar 2024 - Mar 2025

  I led high-impact initiatives at the heart of Nigeria’s gas value chain—integrating commercial innovation with strategic contract management to unlock value for the company and its partners.Spearheaded the structuring and negotiation of long-term gas sales and transportation agreements, with focus on domestic and export market alignment, value assurance, and risk mitigation.Championed commercial innovation frameworks, improving monetization strategies for underutilized gas assets and contributing to Nigeria’s energy transition objectives.Developed and applied pricing models, revenue forecasts, and contract optimization strategies to support joint venture operations and investment decision-making.Collaborated across multi-disciplinary teams—legal, technical, and financial—to ensure regulatory compliance and business sustainability.Played a key role in innovation management, supporting internal transformation of the contract administration process and contributing to strategic gas market development tools.Provided strategic advisory to executive leadership on evolving gas market dynamics, new opportunities, and industry trends.This role reflects my continued commitment to leading from the front—where commercial acumen, innovation, and policy influence intersect to shape the future of gas in Nigeria.Negotiated long-term gas sales agreements. Show less Assist the CUIO in developing and implementing strategic plans and initiatives for upstream investments. Provide insights and recommendations based on market trends, competitive landscape, and industry best practices.Identify potential risks associated with investment opportunities and develop strategies to mitigate them.Oversee and coordinate key projects within the upstream investment portfolio. Ensure projects are aligned with strategic objectives and are completed on time and within budget.Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives, business units, and external partners.Provide executive-level support to the CUIO, including preparing briefings, coordinating meetings, and managing key priorities.Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner. Show less

  • Deputy Manager, Gas Commercial – Innovation Management , Gas Contracts & Value Chain Optimization

    Jul 2024 - Mar 2025

  • Lead Business Advisor to Chief Upstream Investment Officer

    Mar 2024 - Jul 2024
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  ALUMNAE-I NETWORK FOR HARVARD WOMEN INC

  Apr 2025 - now

  President, Alumnae-i Network for Harvard Women (ANHW) Nigeria

  Honored to serve as the newly elected President of ANHW Nigeria, leading initiatives to empower women and drive impactful change across the region. With a dynamic career in energy advisory, finance innovation, and conscious leadership coaching, I spearhead transformative strategies that redefine progress. From mentoring over 100 professionals to steering multi-billion-dollar projects, my work centers on creating lasting value and inspiring bold action. Let’s connect to co-create a future of innovation, impact, and empowerment! #Leadership #WomenEmpowerment #EnergyInnovation #Finance #ANHW Show less