Thursday, September 15, 2005

ERHE Partner Pioneer Seeks Negiotiator For "Billions Of Dollars" In Profits

In a signal to investors about what really lies beneath the waters of the Gulf of Guinea blocks where it is partnered with ERHC Energy (OTCBB symbol: ERHE), Pioneer Natural Resources is seeking an International Negotiator who can help it haggle over contracts it says are in the hundreds of millions of dollars for deals that are worth "billions" in profits.

Here is the ad, from Pioneer's Website:

Director of International Negotiations
LCO - TX

Available Positions - Multiple

The Director of International Negotiations in responsible for organizing and coordinating the business environment assessment process and the negotiations process for acquisition/disposition of property concerning New Business Development Exploration and Producing Ventures internationally. Incumbent’s responsibilities would involve negotiating contracts valued at hundreds of millions in investment exposure, with earnings potential in the billions of dollars. Acts in the capacity of Expert Advisor in all negotiating matters on specific projects. Direct and participate in establishing the contractual requirements, strategies and plans that will lead to a long-term profitable, stable and predictable contract taking into account Pioneer partners, and the host country’s positions and priorities. Develop and prepare the negotiations plan. Coordinate negotiations with third-parties regarding assigned projects for all contractual arrangements.

College degree – 4 year international business or equivalent is preferred. Technical or advance degree(s) or law degree beneficial. Minimum 10-15 years experience in contract negotiations and/or equal time experience in the oil and gas industry, or equivalent is essential. Person demonstrating a blend of commercial and management skills with broad competencies in technical/legal/contractual disciplines is preferred. [Emphasis added.]

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