Selischi will replace Johann Pleninger, who will be promoted within Austrian group OMV, owner of Petrom.

Pleininger will move to the new position of Senior Vice-President of the Central Eastern Europe (CEE) region in OMV’s exploration and production division, Petrom said in a statement.

Selischi’s mandate as Board member is valid until April 17, 2015. Selischi currently serves as director of Petrom’s domestic asset business unit.

OMV Petrom’s Executive Board also includes Mariana Gheorghe – chief executive officer and Board Chairwoman, Andreas Peter Matje – financial manager, Neil Anthony Morgan – marketing manager and Cristian Secosan – gas and energy manager.