Manel Azabou

Experienced Operations, Logistics and International Mobility Specialist with over 18 years of professional experience across Oil & Gas, Energy, International Development and International Consulting sectors. Strong expertise in personnel mobilization and demobilization, offshore logistics, drilling support operations, helicopter coordination, recruitment, immigration processes, contract administration, stakeholder management, project coordination and operational support. Proven track record of supporting multinational organizations and complex projects across Africa, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America while ensuring compliance, operational efficiency and business continuity.

Fluent in Arabic, English, French and Italian with strong intercultural communication and coordination skills.

International Mobility & Immigration Specialist - ALTEA ENERGY - Tunisia, France & Algeria

(2022-09)

• Manage international mobility activities for consultants deployed across Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
• Coordinate immigration, mobilization and demobilization processes in compliance with local regulations.
• Manage onboarding activities, consultant contracts and assignment administration.
• Organize international travel arrangements, rotations and personnel logistics.
• Review contractual documentation, invoicing and payment records.
• Coordinate with clients, partners and local authorities to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor consultant satisfaction and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain consultant records through Salesforce and support HR process digitalization.

Administrative & Drilling Assistant - ADX ENERGY (Alpine Oil & Gas Pty) - Tunisia

(2014-02 - 2015-10)

• Managed drilling department filing systems and operational documentation.
• Prepared technical reports, graphs and maintained drilling databases.
• Distributed daily drilling reports, well reports, drilling programs and operational records.
• Managed payroll administration, timesheets and staff allowances.
• Coordinated banking transactions, fund requests and international transfers.
• Prepared monthly accounting reports, budget monitoring, VAT declarations and bank reconciliations.
• Coordinated management meetings, drilling documentation and concession-related records.

Logistics & Recruitment Consultant - GLOBAL OILFIELD SERVICES - Tunisia

(2011-04 - 2013-11)

• Provided logistics support to major offshore projects.
• Coordinated aviation and marine logistics activities.
• Supported offshore installation, commissioning and start-up operations.
• Planned and budgeted aviation support for offshore personnel.
• Managed recruitment activities including sourcing, screening and candidate selection.
• Prepared job descriptions and coordinated recruitment campaigns.
• Negotiated employment terms between clients and candidates.
• Supported projects across Tunisia, Tanzania, Kenya and Mozambique.

Logistics Consultant / HR Officer - SONDE RESOURCES CORP - Tunisia

(2010-09 - 2011-02)

• Coordinated international transportation of equipment and materials.
• Managed vendor logistics and rental equipment movements.
• Coordinated helicopter operations between shore base and offshore drilling units.
• Procured and expedited materials required for project completion.
• Prepared tender board proposals and bid evaluations.
• Conducted recruitment activities and candidate assessments.
• Supported workforce planning and personnel administration.

Logistics Coordinator - BG GROUP

(2009-11 - 2010-09)

• Coordinated offshore logistics requirements and equipment movements.
• Managed manifests and material transfers between contractors and offshore assets.
• Ensured timely support to offshore operations and drilling activities.

Helicopter Coordinator - BG GROUP

(2009-01 - 2010-10)

• Coordinated helicopter flight bookings and passenger manifests.
• Maintained communication between offshore facilities and heliport operations.
• Managed passenger check-in, freight control and safety procedures.
• Conducted safety briefings and ensured compliance with aviation requirements.
• Supervised baggage and freight handling for offshore transportation.

Helicopter Assistant - BG GROUP

(2008-06 - 2008-12)

• Managed flight bookings and passenger manifests.
• Coordinated offshore transportation requirements.
• Supported flight crew scheduling and operational planning.
• Assisted with operations administration and staff training.

Accountant & Procurement Agent - BG GROUP

(2008-01 - 2008-06)

• Prepared purchase orders and coordinated supplier relations.
• Followed up on deliveries and procurement requests.
• Assisted with procurement administration and supplier management.

Base Manager Assistant - BG GROUP

(2007-09 - 2007-12)

• Managed reception duties and administrative support activities.
• Processed daily reports, timesheets and meeting records.
• Managed petty cash administration.
• Assisted with offshore personnel reporting.

Administrative & Financial Expert - GFA CONSULTING GROUP - Tunisia

(2021-08 - 2021-12)

• Managed project administration, accounting and financial activities.
• Supported technical experts and project management teams.
• Coordinated events, workshops and project logistics.
• Managed office administration and reporting requirements.

Technical Support Officer & Operations Coordinator - USAID / DELOITTE – TADAEEM PROJECT - Tunisia

(2019-12 - 2021-01)

• Coordinated technical experts and project stakeholders.
• Supported implementation of strategic development initiatives.
• Organized webinars, workshops and validation sessions.
• Monitored deliverables and experts' level of effort (LOE).
• Supported operational planning and project execution.

Fleet Manager & Security Assistant - EUROPEAN UNION ELECTION OBSERVATION MISSION - Tunisia

(2019-08 - 2019-11)

• Managed fleet operations and transportation logistics.
• Coordinated recruitment activities and driver management.
• Organized Defensive Driving training for over 60 drivers.
• Monitored fuel consumption and transportation costs.
• Supported operational security activities and reporting.

Administrative Assistant & Office Manager - STUDI INTERNATIONAL (Hannon Capital Partners) - Tunisia

(2019-03 - 2019-07)

• Coordinated executive travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Managed office expenses, petty cash and financial records.
• Supported preparation of project documentation and presentations.
• Prepared social security and administrative declarations.

Observer Coordinator Assistant - EUROPEAN UNION ELECTION OBSERVATION MISSION - Tunisia

(2018-04 - 2018-05)

• Coordinated deployment of international observers.
• Managed communication between headquarters and field teams.
• Organized briefings, debriefings and operational planning.
• Prepared deployment schedules and regional operational manuals.

Assistant Director & Translator - KRELOUA (Short Film Production) - Tunisia

(2017-10 - 2018-01)

• Assisted the director throughout production activities.
• Coordinated communication between production teams and actors.
• Supported recruitment, casting and contract administration activities.

Management & Finance Assistant - SOPIM (Società Offshore Italiana di Prodotti Industriali e Marittimi) - Tunisia

(2005-10 - 2006-05)

• Managed schedules, meetings and project follow-up activities.
• Assisted with financial reporting and accounts management.
• Supported accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Assisted with tax reporting and departmental financial reporting.

Accounting Trainee - CABINET D'EXPERTISE COMPTABLE – Mr. Abtefattah Azabou - Tunisia

(2004-07 - 2004-09)

• Assisted with preparation of annual accounts and statutory returns.
• Maintained accounting records and cashbooks.
• Participated in accounting and finance activities.

General & Business Language Studies - Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines (2004 - 2008)

Economics & Management Studies - IHEC Sfax (2003 - 2004)

English Language Diploma - English Language - Institut Bourguiba des Langues Vivantes (2003 - 2006)

Spanish Language Studies - Institut Bourguiba des Langues Vivantes (2007 - 2009)