Victoria Emeafa Hardcastle is a distinguished Ghanaian legal practitioner with a strong background in corporate and commercial law, investment, and the energy sector. She was appointed as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission by President John Dramani Mahama during his second term in office.
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Career
Throughout her professional journey, Hardcastle has played a pivotal role in shaping policies that enhance Ghana’s participation in the global petroleum market. Her expertise spans regulatory compliance, investment strategies, and economic development.
Roles at the Petroleum Commission (2011–2017)
Hardcastle has served on key committees within the Petroleum Commission, where she spearheaded initiatives to promote local content, financial oversight, and human resource policy development.
Local Content Committee
- Reviewed and implemented regulations to enhance Ghanaian participation in the petroleum sector.
- Developed policies, contracting strategies, and procurement guidelines to support local content.
- Conducted public education programs on local content policies and compliance.
Finance & Human Capital Committee
- Supervised budgeting processes, accounting systems, and financial audits.
- Designed HR policies, performance management frameworks, and appraisal systems.
Technical Committee
- Ensured regulatory compliance through audits, inspections, and safety evaluations.
- Maintained an official record of petroleum agreements and licenses.
Advisory and Legal Roles
Beyond her work at the Petroleum Commission, Hardcastle has provided legal counsel to major state institutions, including:
- Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC)
- COCOBOD
- Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority
Key Achievements
- Chaired the Board of Trustees for Tier 3 Pension Funds at the Petroleum Commission.
- Advised on high-profile international investments, mergers, and bond issues.
- Facilitated multi-million-dollar projects in trade and economic reforms.
Education
- London School of Economics (LSE): Master of Laws (LLM) in Banking & Finance (Merit).
- Ghana School of Law: Barrister at Law (BL), awarded the F.K.A. Apaloo Prize for Company Law.
- University of Ghana: BA (Hons.) in Law and Sociology (Second Class Upper).
Victoria Emeafa Hardcastle
Victoria Emeafa Hardcastle maintains a private personal life with limited publicly available information about her husband or family. Despite her success in the corporate and energy sectors, she has not disclosed details about her marital status in interviews or public records.
