Jobs at BBC Media Action

The BBC Media Action (BBC MA) is the charitable arm of the World Service established by the BBC. BBC Media Action uses media and communications to reduce poverty and promote human rights in developing countries. To achieve this, the Media Action partners with civil society, local media and governments to:

Produce creative programs based on robust research in multi-media formats which inform and engage audiences around key development issues.
Strengthen the media sector through building professional capacity and infrastructure.
Talk Your Own is a new weekly magazine program produced by BBC Media Action. Each program covers governance issues in an exciting and contemporary style with the voices of those directly involved in national governance events, to provide listeners with a concise round-up of all the main governance issues and to provide a forum for listeners to hold those responsible to account.
The positions are Abuja based but may involve travelling to the focal states in Nigeria. The contract duration is expected to be two years and with a start date of June 2013 and a probation period of 3 months.

Senior Producer (Talk Your Own)

Job TypeFull Time
Min Qualification
LocationAbuja
Job FieldMedia
(Salary range from N400,000.00 gross per month)

Duties:

Lead and Produce Talk Your Own Programme.
Monitor progress of output under his/ her supervision
Co-ordinate and supervise the activities of Assistant Producers under his/her supervision;
Work and deliver programmes within budget;
Ensure that sufficient research on themes and messages are carried out.

Essential Skills:

Extensive production background at a senior level, preferably in the area of interactive discussion and behavior change communication and governance related issues.
Strong understanding of the role of communication in development
Good grasp, understanding of and commitment to issues of governance related programming
Strong editorial judgment.
Ability to write, adapt and translate with accuracy, clarity and style appropriate to differing audiences and forms of media.
Qualification:

Educated at first degree in Mass Communication, theatre Arts, Humanities, Social or Management Sciences or in any related field,
Additional qualification in programme production will be an advantage.

Presenter (Talk Your Own)

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
LocationAbuja
Job FieldMedia
(Salary Range from N250,000.00 gross per month)

The PRESENTER plays a key role as the inform active voice of the programme, helping provide its on-air identity:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To present Talk Your Own in an inform active, exciting and engaging manner
To prepare for and interview specialists, reporters and variety of real voices around the country on a wide variety of governance related topics.
To contribute across the range of editorial/production activities within a team program, ensuring high journalistic standards and compliance with BBC editorial guidelines at all times.
To develop a broad understanding of major developing governance news stories, and social, economic and political affairs at national and international level.
Perform any other duties that may be assigned.
ESSENTIAL:

An inform active and engaging broadcasting voice and developed interviewing skills.
Evidence of a strong interest in governance, current affairs and international news,
Evidence of a high standard of editorial judgment.
The ability to write scripts and cues to an acceptable standard of Journalism.
The ability to cope with fast -changing situations within a pressurized environment
DESIRABLE:

A willingness to engage in team working and a high level of interpersonal skills,
The ability to originate and develop programme ideas.
A sharp awareness of the needs and interests of a national audience.

Assistant Producer (Talk Your Own)

Job TypeFull Time
Min Qualification
LocationAbuja
Job FieldMedia
(Salary range from N160,000.00 gross per month)

The Assistant Producer will work to the Senior Producer taking responsibility for researching and delivering distinctive content on radio and online. The AP will have strong links and contacts in government and stakeholders in governance related projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To work with the Senior Producer in developing ideas and delivering editorially strong scripts/structured items.
To research and fact check stories and programme ideas.
To generate creative and original story ideas. This includes recognizing potential stories, helping others to build and realize their ideas
To find suitable contributors.
ESSENTIAL:

A good interviewing skill.
Evidence of a strong interest in governance, current affairs and international news.
Evidence of a high standard of editorial judgment.
The ability to write scripts and cues to an acceptable standard of Journalism.
Production skills based on substantial broadcasting and/or reporting experience.
DESIRABLE:

The ability to cope with fast -changing situations within a pressurized environment,
A willingness to engage in team working and a high level of interpersonal skills.
Ability to originate and develop programme ideas.
A sharp awareness of the needs and interests of a national audience.
Strong links and contacts in government and stakeholders in governance related projects will be an added advantage.

Freelance Presenter (Hausa Magazine Programme)

Job TypeFull Time
Min Qualification
LocationAbuja
Job FieldMedia
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To present Ya Takene Arewa [Hausa magazine programme) in a sensitive, informative, warm, exciting and engaging manner.
To prepare for and interview specialists, reporters and variety of real voices on a wide variety of maternal and child health, Malaria and reproductive health related topics.
To contribute across the range of editorial/production activities within a team program, ensuring high journalistic standards and compliance with BBC editorial guidelines at all times.
Work with assigned producer (s) to deliver quality programmes,
To develop a broad understanding of major developing maternal health stories at national and international level Perform any other duties that may be assigned.
ESSENTIAL:

An inform active and engaging broadcasting voice and developed interviewing skills.
Good command of written, spoken and broadcast Hausa and English languages
Evidence of a strong interest in maternal and child health, Malaria and reproductive health related topics and international news
Evidence of a high standard of editorial judgment
The ability to write scripts and cues to an acceptable standard of Journalism.
The ability to cope with fast – changing situations within a pressurized environment.
Production skills based on substantial broadcasting and/or reporting experience.
DESIRABLE:

A Willingness to engage in team working and a high level of interpersonal skills.
The ability to originate and develop programme ideas.
A sharp awareness of the needs and interests of a national audience
Strong links and contacts in government and stakeholders in health (especially material and child health, Malaria and reproductive health) related projects will be an added advantage.
Method of Application

Interested candidates should please send in their application/cover letter with an introduction and capability statement stating capability for the job, a detailed curriculum vitae (word document please) with names and addresses of at least 2 professional referees (including their telephone, fax and email addresses) not later than 21? May 2013 to hrnigeria@bbcmediaaction.org with the position applied for clearly stated on the application letter; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Legal Officer vacancy at CWAY Group

A highly reputable and fast expanding leading food and beverages company situated within Isolo axis of Lagos State, searching for dynamic and resourceful people to fill the following vacant position

Legal Officer

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 3 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldLegal
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To consciously provide sound and efficient legal advisory services to the company to maintain the company’s positive Image .
- Advising company on compliance with acceptable rules and regulations regarding all or any of company business interests or company matters in general. Ensures that company operations, procedures and policies are within relevant statutes .
- Draft, negotiate, administer, interpret; perfect and advice on commercial and cognate. agreements, letters, forms and
other legal documents related to the organization as required.
- Responsible for the review of all agreements, commercial or otherwise.
- Legal representation in all courts and tribunals established under the law.
- Arbitration, conciliation and commercial negotiation.
- Handling of intellectual and industrial property matters namely trademarks, patents, and industrial design and copyrights.
- To make a representation in all legalmatters concerning the group.
- Attending company meeting and rendering such secretarial services as may be deemed appropriate .
- Rendering such other legal services as may from time to time be agreed by the company.
- To perform other functions that may be assigned to him/her by the MD.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRENl.ENTS:
- Minimum qualification is Degree in law, L.L.B, B.L (LLM is an added advantage).
- Minimum of Three (3) years experience working as a lawyer in a commercial law firm or as an in-house lawyer in a company advising on commercial issues.
- Key responsibility for this role is to develop, review and provide advisory service on agreements, proposals, contracts, and all legally involving transactions, Experience in Project and General Finance law will be an advantage.
- Excellent grasp of commercial law and corporate matters in general.
- Strong analytical skills to form objective conclusions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to synthesize information and make clear, concise
recommendations on courses of action .
- Solid business judgment, critical thinking skills and ability to prioritize assignments.

Method of Application

All application letters with well detailed CV should be forwarded to cwayhr@gmail.com, not later than three weeks from the date of this publication.

General Manager Job vacancy at British American Tobacco

Job title General Manager,British American Tobacco Foundation
Location/City Lagos
Appointment type Permanent
Job purpose and key deliverables
Job Purpose

Implement the Foundation’s operations and build an organisation that will deliver optimal and sustained outcomes in poverty reduction through sustainable agriculture in Nigerian rural communities. The Head of the Foundation will embed best practices and develop operating models that can be benchmarked regionally.

Key Accountabilities

· Implementing the Foundation policies, goals, strategies and objectives to ensure attainment of the Foundation’s stated mission and objectives
· Effectively improving the visibility and image of the Foundation
· Implementing a framework for reviewing, measuring and reporting on the performance of the Foundation’s programs
· Developing budgets and accounting for all Foundation revenues and expenditures
· Establishing procedures and systems
· Establishes goals & approved strategies for all funding processes & activities in line with the Foundation’s areas of focus;
· Oversees the disbursement of Foundation funds in order to ensure continuous support of the Foundation’s mission;
· Creates and fosters relationships with other partners & stakeholders.
· Overseeing campaigns, programmes and activities
· Working with the Corporate Affairs unit in British American Tobacco Nigeria to develop and implement effective communication plans
· Developing operating structures to support the Foundation’s work
· To implement best practice in the area of programme execution and ensure best of its kind outcomes in delivering against the Foundation’s vision and programme strategy
· Leverages the British AmericanTobacco Nigeria Foundation brand as a benchmark within the African region
· Actively seeks to make a visible difference on sustainable growth in relation to the Foundation’s focus areas
· Proactively reviews outcomes against vision and relevant national, regional and global goals
· Proactively anticipates future events that may impact on development and provide plans to accommodate them

· Implement and sustain an appropriate talent structure that will be suited to the Foundation’s goals and objective
· Put in place and implement development plan for all Foundation employees including self
· Demonstrate appropriate leadership capabilities suited for the role
· Develops effective relationship within BATN and outside of it
· Establishes simple and clear plans for team to follow
· Develop adequate plans for pipeline development

Essential requirements
· Must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in the social sciences, community development, agriculture, rural community development or a related field;
· Must have at least 8 years’ experience in non-profit, with experience in community development, grant-making or delivery best practice philanthropic activities in Nigeria or the African region
· The following skills are essential:
o Analytical ability
o Monitoring and evaluation
o Programme development and implementation
o Influencing and interpersonal skill
o Presentation skills
o Communications & public speaking
o Creative thinking and problem solving
o Programme & project management skills desirable

Desirable requirements
Working at BAT British American Tobacco (www.bat.com) is a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace.

Our aim is to become the leading tobacco company in each of our markets by providing excellent products with confidence and responsibility expected of global consumer brands.

If you have the talent and motivation to help us succeed you’ll find we are equally committed to helping you reach your full potential too.
Employing company British American Tobacco Foundation (BATF)
Removal Date 27-May-2013

Job vacancies at Kewalram Nigeria Limited Rivers, Oyo, Lagos, Kano, Anambra, Abuja

Kewalram Nigeria Limited is member of Kewalram Chanrai Group, with branches across Nigeria, primarily focusing on Marketing and Distribution of Consumer Durables, handset/ Epabx & Office automation products. Lighting products, Inverter& Batteries. www.nigeriabestjobs.com
With rapidly growing business operations we are looking for talented individuals to build their careers with us.

Technicians (After Sales Services)

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationVocational
Experience 5 – 10 years
LocationRivers, Oyo, Lagos, Kano, Anambra, Abuja
Job FieldEngineering
Requirements:
Flexibility to work in any of the States in Nigeria
Ability to diagnose and fix refrigerator, air conditioner, TV & other Household items.
City & Guides or National Diploma.
5 – 10 Years relevant experience in after Sales Service of Telecom products, Handset/ Epabx products, Inverter, UPS, Lighting products, Consumer Appliances and Electronics experience

Locations: Lagos, Abuja, PHC, Onitsha, Kano and Ibadan.

Sales Executives, Sales Officers and Area Sales Manager

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationNCE/OND
LocationRivers, Oyo, Lagos, Kano, Anambra, Abuja
Job FieldSales/Marketing
Requirements:
BSC/HND or Diploma in Electrical/Electronic
5 – 10 Years relevant experience in Sales and Marketing of Telecom products, Handset/Epabx products, Inverter ,UPS,
Lighting products, Consumer Appliances and Electronics experience

Locations: Lagos, Abuja, PHC, Onitsha, Kano and lbadan.

Method of Application

Prospective canditlates should ernail their Curriculum Vitae to careers@kewalramnigeria.com on or before 20th May 2013.
In the subject line please mention appropriate position.

Corporate HR
Kewalram Chanrai Group,
122/132, Oshodi Apapa Exp. Way, Isolo ,Lagos

Job Categories: Engineering Jobs in Nigeria and Sales and Marketing Jobs. Job Types: Full-Time.

Nestle Nigeria Plc Job Vacancy for an Executive Assistant in Lagos

Nestle Nigeria Plc - As the Leading Nutrition Health and Wellness Company, we are committed to enhancing People’s lives, everywhere, every day. Infact enhancing lives will influence everything we do together.
A presence in more than 130 countries and factories in more than 80 research centres brings many global benefits. We believe in long term career development and appreciate how challenges and motivation will help you reach your potential.

Nestlé Nigeria Plc. is currently recruiting for an Executive Assistant at its Head Office, Ilupeju. Applications are hereby required from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Executive Assistant.

Job Position: Executive Assistant

Job Reference:   ExecAsst2013
Location: Lagos
Department: Management    

The Executive assistant will provide high-quality support to the Directors and manage the smooth running of their affairs, by managing, organizing, scheduling and maintaining information in an efficient way.

Key Responsibilities
Organizes and manages the day-to-day running of the Directors’ affairs to ensure the provision of high-quality support.Produces reports and statistical analyses as per the request of the Directors’Maintains an efficient filing system at all times.Ensures that relevant information is gathered and prepared to brief the Directors’ for meetings, trips, and events.Receives visitors to the Directors’ office as appropriate. Manages the schedules to enhance effective time management and coordinates activities, prioritizes appointments and reschedules where necessary.Manages, prioritizes, screens and monitors the Directors’ correspondence, including calls, emails, post, and fax to ensure they are dealt with appropriately.Collects and researches information on assigned matters.Works with internal and external contacts at all levels to fulfill the above duties.Profile BSc degree or HND in any discipline (Minimum of Second Class lower or Lower Credit Grade)At least 3 years relevant experience in a multinational company.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse people and culture.Ability to understand & speak French fluently will be an added advantage.High Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools- Ms. Excel, Ms Word. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to develop excellent working relationships with internal/external stakeholders.Must have had experience working as a PA with Directors or (MD/CEOs) of an organisation
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Application Deadline 24th May, 2013.

Nestlé Nigeria Plc upholds the principle of Non- Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities in its recruitment processes. 

Intercontinental Distillers Limited recruits Systems Manager

Systems Manager (REF: HR/ADM/SSM/001)

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 10 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldICT
Key Responsibilities
The appointee will amongst other as things be responsible for:

General IT functions such as hardware and networking security.
Database maintenance, server room management.
Website, system support and troubleshooting.
Any other assigned job
Qualifications
The Suitable candidate must possess:

HND or B.Sc in Computer Science or Information
Communication Technology (ICT). IT professional qualification / MBA will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 10 years experience in managerial position.
High integrity with excellent leadership &interpersonal skills.
Self motivated with the ability to work with little or no supervision.
Experience in sage pastel evolution ERP application & web management

Method of Application

Interested candidates should forward their hand written applications, photocopies of their credentials and detailed curriculum vitae, providing full details of contact telephone numbers/address (Not P. O. Box). Kindly quote the reference number of the position applied for at the top left Corner of the envelop.

The Human Resource Manager,
P.M.B.21410 ,Ikeja
Lagos

Job Categories: Computer & IT Jobs and FMCG Jobs in Nigeria. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: Intercontinental Distillers Limited recruitment.

Legal Officer Job vacancies at Dangote Group

Legal Officer
Assist with the corporate and legal practice within the department.

Responsibilities
Legal audit and documentation of the Company’s security files.
• Subsidiaries matters.
• Assisting in the preparation of Board papers for consideration at the meetings of the Board of Directors, Board Committees and Executive Management Committee.
• Preparing Minutes of Meetings and communicating action points arising from the meetings to relevant Divisions, Groups and units for necessary action. www.nigeriabestjobs.com
• Coordinating the Secretariat of the Company’s subsidiaries inclusive of handling directors’ welfare.
• Assisting in organizing and coordinating the activities of the Annual General Meeting of the Bank as well as the Subsidiaries.
• Legal Advice/Opinions.
• Shareholders Relations.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Keep Custody of Corporate Seals and Resolution Registe

Job requirement
Legal Knowledge and Law Terminiologies
Managerial/ Administrative
Report and Contract Writing
Communication skills
Computer Literacy
Presentation skills

Experience
A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
3 to 5 years’ experience in a related role.
Good communication skills.
Excellent calendar management skills.
Strong knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Experience scheduling travel arrangements.

Job advert ends on 30 May 2013

Job Categories: FMCG Jobs in Nigeria and NGO and Legal Jobs. Job Types: Full-Time.

Current Jobs at IITA

Job vacancy at May & Baker Nigeria Plc Lagos

May & Baker Nigeria Plc.

Vacancy Details

Job Ref.: QAM
Job Title: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
Department: Quality Operations
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Salary range: not found!
Job Type: Permanent full-time
Job description:
Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the incumbent will be expected to ensure that products are manufactured to meet safety standards in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company quality standards, implement QA systems related to Products and packaging materials. He / She will also review progress and work collaboratively to achieve objectives relating to product safety, compliance to company quality requirements and plant specific quality improvement plans and facilitate technical development through quality and risk assessment tools to strengthen and improve quality planning. Candidates must not be more than 45 years old and should possess HND / B.Sc in a related field with minimum of 7 years experience in Quality Assurance function, 4 of which must be at management level in a pharmaceutical company. He / She must have sound knowledge of cGMP and current trends with regards to quality issues in pharmaceutical environment.

Thames Valley College Job Vacancies in Ogun State

Thames Valley College, a purpose-built co-educational international secondary school, offering Nigerian/British Curriculum is located at Km 10, Sagamu-Ikorodu Road, Ogun State on a spacious, serene and aristocratic environment, outside the hustle and bustle of the surrounding towns and cities.
The school which will open its gates to students this September (2013/2014 Academic Session) seeks suitably qualified candidates to fill the relevant positions.

Job title: Principal (Nigerian/Expatriate)
The Ideal person should be able to inspire, motivate, and mentor both students and staff. He / She must possess a  Master’s Degree in Education (a specialization in Education Planning and Administration will be an added advantage), with a minimum of (15) fifteen years post-NYSC teaching experience, at least (5) of which must have been served as principal of an international school running both Nigerian and British curricula.

He / She must also have been directly involved in the development and implementation of e-learning system of education for secondary schools.

Job title:  Teachers
Teachers are required in the following subjects: Art and Design, Music, Physical Education, History, Geography, Religious Education, French, Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba, English (language and literature), Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities and Technical Subjects.

Interested Teachers, who should be willing to live in the school premises, must be computer literate, have good knowledge of the British National Curriculum and IGCSE Certified, with a minimum of (5) years teaching experience in a reputable school, and must possess a good university degree in Education in the relevant subjects. A professional Certificate/Diploma/Masters in Education will be an added advantage.

Applicant should indicate teaching subject on the top right hand corner of their application. 

Job title:   Admission Officer
Our Admission Officer must be multi-talented, have good presence, be matured with a good knowledge of school marketing, a degree / HND in the Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences, with a minimum of (5) years relevant working experience. He / She must have good communication skills (written and Verbal) and be computer literate.

Job title: Science Laboratory Technician
This person must have a strong background in the sciences (Physics, Chemistry / Biology), able to work with minimal supervision, have a B. sc. / HND in science laboratory Technology, and possess a minimum of (5) years cognate experience in similar position in a reputable secondary school.

Job title: Librarian
The school Librarian must have a University degree in Library Science, be conversant with the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), have skills in Bar Co and be computer literate.

Job title: Bursar
With a degree (B. Sc. Or HND) in Accounting, a minimum  of 5 years cognate working experience, preferably in a school, He / She must be able to use modern accounting packages. A professional Accounting qualification (ICAN) will be an added advantage.

Job title: Front Desk Officer
Preferably female, the right person must have great interpersonal skills, speak impeccable English, be good on the computer, have a (5) years post NYSC work experience and must have a B. A / HND in the Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences.

Job title:  Maintenance Officer
The ideal person, a graduate (HND / B. Sc.) in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering, must be skilled in the use of Computer and AutoCAD. He / She must have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in building, electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance and repairs, be between 28 – 40 years in age and have explicit knowledge in Building Industry Practice. A professional qualification will be an added advantage. 

Job title: School Nurse
This person must be a qualified Nurse i.e. NRM / RN and have a minimum of (5) years working experience.

Job title: I.T. Technician
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science / Engineering, Possessing a professional Certificate e.g. MCSE, MCDBA, MCSA, or CCNA is desirable. The person must have a minimum of (3) years hands-on experience in an I.T network environment, with an excellent knowledge and understanding of network Administration. He must be able to deal with installation, Configuration and Maintenance of ICT equipment.

Job title: Boarding House  Mistress / Master
This Man / Woman, with a commitment to Boarding school life, must have good Bachelor’s Degree in Education or in the Humanities and have a minimum of 5 years experience as a Boarding House Parent in a reputable boarding school. The ability to teach History / Religious Education / Igbo, Yoruba or Hausa will be an added advantage.

How to Apply
Interested candidates with requisite qualifications should attach the Curriculum Vitae with a letter expressing interest in and suitability for the post applied for and mail to recruitment@thamesvalleycollege.org not later than 2 weeks from the date of this publication, Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Latest Nigerian Jobs at Alvy Consulting, May 13th 2013

Alvy Consulting provides superior placement service to help companies fill their Human Resources (HR) needs with talented personnel. We are outstanding in offering recruitment and selection services to our clients, we are known for high competence and timeline features.
We possess an outstanding database for placement in all major areas of employment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below for our client:

Job Title: Human Resource Manager
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
An Investment banking firm in lagos seeks a Human Resource Manager with a minimum of 3 years related experience in HRM for urgent employment.The candidate must hold a professional Qualification (CIPM) with a minimum Second class upper or equivalent Qualification from a reputable university.Job Title: Internal Control Officer
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
The candidate must hold a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA,or ACMA)with a minimum Second class upper Degree or equivalent qualification in Finance/Accounting, Economics/ Buisness Administration or any related field.An Investment banking firm in lagos seeks an Internal Control Officer with a minimum of 3 years post NYSC professional exp in internal control/risk mgt funtions with a capital Markets Operator or Financial Institution for urgent employment. Job Title: Institutional Sales / Marketing Officer
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
An Investment banking firm in lagos seeks an Institutional Sales/Marketing Officer with a maximum of 2 years exp as an Institutional sales Officer for urgent employment.The candidate should have banking Operations experience with a minimum Second class upper or equivalent qualification.Job Title: Sales / Marketing Officer
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
An Investment banking firm in lagos seeks a Sales /Marketing Officer with a minimum of 2 years experience as a sales or Customer Service Officer for urgent employment.The candidate should have banking Operations experience with a minimum of Second class upper or equivalent qualification.How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their cover letter and one page CV to: resume@alvyconsulting.com using the job role as subject title.

Application Deadline 16th May, 2013

PZ Cussons Jobs for Brand Manager, Marketing Manager Lagos

MARKETING MANAGER
Health and Beauty – Lagos

The Role: MARKETING MANAGER:

The successful candidate will be required to:
§ Create, develop and implement category strategy to support the overall marketing strategy ensuring that the Pan African/Cross functional aspects are aligned

§ Initiate the NPD process ensuring that the NPI process requirements are managed and delivered according to targets (360 degree marketing)

§ Ensure category pricing supports brand positioning and is relevant to the competitive arena

§ Delivery of overall budgeted profitability by growing and sustaining category performance

§ Lead the selection of the appropriate trade channels

§ Explore and exploit new opportunities for the category portfolio

§ Monitor, control and report category performance through brand health indicators such as NNS, GM, MC & key consumer KPIs providing solutions to shortfalls

§ Approve category A&P plan within guidelines, creating and modifying as necessary to meet objectives

§ Proactively identify sources and resource needs to support category growth

§ Coach, manage and develop high performance teams, including sourcing brand managers

§ Responsible for ensuring ABM induction programme is appropriate

§ Proactively feed into and follow up on actions from the Business Planning process.

The Person: The Right candidate must

§ Have a degree (preferably Marketing / Business Related Discipline)

§ Have over 7 – 10 years Brand/category Management experience preferably within FMCG

§ Have NPD Project Management experience

§ Have excellent consumer insight, innovation and NPD skills.

§ Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS

B

BRAND MANAGER
Health and Beauty – Lagos

The Role: Brand Manager

The successful candidate will be required to:

· Achieve and deliver overall budgeted profitability by growing and sustaining regional brand performance.

· Explore and exploit new market opportunities for brands in the regions.

· Manage some brands to drive brand quality.

· Develop and implement appropriate marketing strategies.

· Formulate and implement strategic business plans.

· Supervise various activities to deliver projects with commercial and technical specification.

· Develop, publish and track progress against project tasks and milestones.

· Act as the primary control point for managing projects and reporting all activities, events and outcome to the Senior Brand Manager.

· Be capable of providing strong project leadership and be willing to take tough decisions.

The Person:

The right candidate must:

· Possess a minimum of 3-5 years work experience in the FMCG industry.

· Have excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

· Possess a good University Degree in Social Sciences, Sciences or any Commercial oriented discipline; Professional qualifications will be an added advantage.

· Have a minimum of 2 years experience in Project Management in the Manufacturing or Service Oriented Industry.

· Be a good team player.

· Be energetic and self-motivated in setting goals.

· Have the ability and experience to work under pressure.

· Have good project management, estimation and documentation skills.

· Posses a good knowledge of advertising, promotion, distribution and marketing research.

· Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS.

· Have excellent computer software application skills.

· Have good analytical and organizational planning skills.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Closing date: 24 May 2013

Latest Vacancy at Unilever

Assistant LD Manager(Job Number: 130009VZ)

Unposting Date : May-16-2013, 8:59:59 PM
Schedule : Full-time
Primary Location : Nigeria-Lagos State-Lagos-Oregun – Head Office
Shift : Day Job
Job : Human Resources
Travel : No

Description

Purpose of the Role
-Support the Pillar Leadership Development team to ensure that the organisation attracts, selects and develops people with the capability to create competitive advantage; in both the short and long term. Incumbent will be responsible for supporting the flawless activation of market/geography programmes, processes, systems and tools.
- To support the design, implementation and promotion of career development programs for employees.

Key Responsibilities
· To analyse local data and develop preliminary insights to support Leadership Development managers
· To support the development of local Leadership Development Solutions, policies, processes and tools by providing relevant information and efficient admin
· To work openly and transparently, sharing best practice within the global Expertise team and with the broader HR Community.
· To provide feedback from Leadership Development programmes and provide recommendations to the Pillar Leadership Development manager for continuous improvement and redesign of programmes.
· To support Pillar Leadership Development teams to ensure Learning programmes & Talent policies are activated in an equitable, reasonable and meritocratic way
· To keep up-to-date with legislative changes and ensure Leadership Development policies and processes reflect them
· To support the Leadership Development Manager in leading projects, taking the lead in delivering the communication tools for Talent policy, process, programme or tool.
· To provide up-to-date data on current total Leadership Development costs and produce regular budget reports.
· To support all auditing and reporting requirements for Leadership Development processes.
· To support the design, development and implementation of the career development strategy
· To support the Pillar Leadership Development team in the development of different career development programs for employees
· To support in the design of different assessment and supporting tools/templates for career management e.g. career discussion forms, reference guides, etc
· To promote career development programs and actively support assessment centers as appropriate
· Play a key role in strategic organization wide projects/programs focused on the attraction and development of high potentials and young leaders e.g. Unilev er Future Leaders Programme (UFLP) recruitment, High Potentials (HP) programs, etc
· Receive, consolidate and keep custody of the Personal Development Plan (PDP) completed forms
· Maintain PDP forms and update in accordance to policy or change process to support BPs, Line managers and employees.
· Ensure proper cascade of communication of timelines to the total business on an annual basis as it relates to the performance management process
· Provide end user advice on how to use the on line PDP system (Talent Plus Online)
Support administration of all performance management tools /templates e.g. Multi Source Feed-back (MSF), development plans, work plans, PDP summary forms, FRC’S /HRP as appropriate.

Experience
· University graduate
· Relevant experience in HR systems and processes, roles and responsibilities across the entire HR lifecycle
· 3-4 years experience in HR but open to other areas as well.
· Advanced MS office skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills

Finance Manager Job vacancy at Standard Chartered Bank

Finance Manager – Wholesale bank
Standard Chartered Bank – Nigeria – SCB (Nigeria)
View full job listing
Job Description

•Provide financial input on WB deals and transactions to ensure the business complies with taxation, capital, regulatory and statutory accounting requirements
•Assist with project benefits/deliverables within the WB business
•Manage and meet WB reporting deadlines and ensure that reports are as far as possible, reflect business performance.
•Actively review and assist in planning business costs to ensure value for money and a lean cost base
•Manage the Bank’s Management Accounting Systems for the accurate and timely collation, analysis and dissemination of information

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Business Analyst

•Collect and present relevant financial data to help in the formulation of the strategy of the WB Business and monitor progress towards Key Performance Indicators
•To assist the WB finance manager in all matters relating to WB Customer Profitability Reporting
•Partner business in establishing a low, and value for money cost base

Reporting

•To ensure WB monthly reporting is timely and accurate at both product and customer segment levels. This includes the consistent application of the Funds Transfer Pricing and Cost Allocation methodologies
•Assist business to undertake the financial analysis of the Business monthly performance

Budgeting and Planning

•Assist the Business Finance manager in co-ordinating budget and monitor progress towards its achievement, drawing attention to important trends opportunities to maximise earning and minimise risk.

Financial Control

•Review and monitor the business performance against Group policies for Market Risk, Liquidity Management, local regulatory and other statutory requirements
•Manage the WB cost centres

Project Management

•Ensure that project accounting disciplines and tracking mechanisms (including benefits tracking) are in place for all WB projects

Operational Risk

?To prepare the operational risk reports for the unit (KCSA, KRI, SORE, LSORE) for WB Business finance as required.

Others

•Undertake ad hoc projects and assignments as agreed with Line Manager, CFO and the Heads of Global Markets and Client Relationships as the case may be.

Qualifications & Skills

•MBA in Business, or Accounting or Professional Qualification – CIMA, CPA, ACCA or its equivalent plus at least three years experience in a middle management position with relevant / specific banking experience
•High level of computer literacy and understanding of business computing environments
•Knowledge of the Banking practice and Products
•Strong knowledge in Management Accounting principles
•Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail
•Good communication and interpersonal skills
•Team builder

Latest Job vacancy at Diageo

External Job Title HR Business Partner, Sales (North)
AutoReqId 36985BR
Function Human Resources
Type of Job Full Time – Exempt
Country Nigeria
External Job Description
Job Title: HR Business Partner, Sales (West)

Level: L5 (M1)

Reports To: HR Business Partnership Manager Sales

Purpose of Role:
The HR Business Partner will be responsible for the end-to-end HR delivery for the area of coverage.

Context:
The Business Partner will lead and manage the end to end People/HR agenda within a business area to ensure business objectives are achieved through the utilisation and deployment of the programmes, tools, policies & frameworks developed in the Centres of Expertise and monitoring and supporting HR services delivered via HR Service Delivery team. The HR Business Partner is required to play a significant leadership role within the HR team to ensure that the functional and business agendas are closely aligned.

Key Accountabilities

Own and manage the manpower resources for the business area including annual resource planning
Work with the business area to identify and build talent
Coach line managers and employees helping them to be more effective in line with any related core programs
Lead Performance and Talent Review sessions, as well as Organisational Effectiveness initiatives for the business area
Manage and monitor employee engagement interventions and practices
Identify any workforce specific reward requirements and work with Reward team for expertise and advise in development and implementation
Understand internal & external parameters/benchmarks on pay/grading and use this to make effective decisions. Participates as appropriate on grading panels, etc.
Oversee (and conduct where appropriate in conjunction with the line manager) in market interviews and investigations on Employee Relations issues, complaints, and grievances
Review of programmes and services being provided by HR Service Delivery using SLA data where available to ensure desired business outcomes

Qualifications and Experience Required
· Degree level qualification
· Minimum of 5 years experience in HR, preferably as an HR Generalist or experience in Talent Management and Reward
· HR Professional qualifications such as CIPM, CIPD, SHRM is desirable
· Change management experience

Ability to take commercial insights and translate into the Organisation & People Agenda.
Proven ability to facilitate, persuade, influence and build credibility with all levels and all functions.
Analytical, interpretative and decision-making skills.
Consultancy skills, specifically diagnosis and contracting
Excellent coaching and relationship building skills.
Broad awareness and empathy for Talent, Reward and Organisation Effectiveness agendas.
Barriers to Success in Role
· Inability to manage relationships with varied stakeholders

Flexible Working options

The role could be based in Lagos or Abuja, with requirement for frequent travels

Job Categories: Human resources Jobs Nigeria. Job Types: Full-Time.

Jobs at Population Council

Population Council is an international, non-profit, non-governmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and help achieve a humane, equitable and sustainable balance between people and resources. The Council’s major program areas are HIV&AfDS. Reproductive Health and Poverty, Gender, and Youth. The Council conducts biomedical; social science and public health research and helps build research
capacities in developing countries. The Population Council works in collaboration with a broad range of Nigerian institutions. Due to expansion of its activities, the Council is seeking qualified individuals to fill the following positions:

Nurse/Counselor

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 3 years
LocationKaduna
Job FieldMedical
The successful candidate will provide HIV counseling and testing, HIV/STI prevention education and STI syndromic management and other primary health care services at a newly established community-based outpatient clinic for men and their sexual partners who engage in high risk behaviors that predispose them to increased risks of HI V and other sexually transmitted infections and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate must have:
Minimum of Bachelors of Nursing degree
Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria
Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in a public or private clinic or hospital
Basic computer skills and knowledge ofMS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability and willingness to travel within the state and country when needed
Trained and certified HIV andAIDS counselor
Strong analytic and communication skills, ability to write clearly under time pressure

Program Officer

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 5 years
LocationKano
Job FieldProject Management
The successful candidate will plan and manage the implementation of a USAID funded HIV and AIDS MARPs project and field activities. S/he will work with Implementing Partners (IP) to ensure high quality delivery onproject activities. S/he will ensure timely partners’ program activities reporting on targets. S/he collaborate with the finance staff to ensure timely and accurate disbursement offunds to the partners, and support the administration and provision of technical assistance to the USAID
MARPs Project IPs.

Qualifications: The ideal candidates must have:
A minimum of Bachelor’s degree
A Masters degree in Health Policy, or Public Health is preferred.
A minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in public policy, non-profit management, orrelated field.
Basic computer skills and knowledge ofMS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.
Ability and willingness to travel within the country and across the region. on a regular basis
High degree of independence, creativity and commitment
Strong analytic and communication skills, ability to write clearly and succinctly under time pressure and to make well-organized verbal presentations.

Driver

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationSecondary School (SSCE)
Experience 2 years
LocationAbuja
Job FieldTransportation and Driving
The successful candidate will provide a reliable and courteous transportation service to staff, He will operate and maintain vehicles; maintain accurate, up-to-date records as requested by management.
including vehicle logs and vehicle documentation and coordinate the schedule for major or periodic
vehicle maintenance with management and staff’to minimize service interruptions,

Qualifications: The ideal candidate must have:
Completed Secondary School Education
SpecialistTraining!Qualification- Certificate of Driver Mechanic Trade Test
General Communication & Interpersonal Skill Level- Excellent
Language Requirements: English — Good
Two years work experience in driving with an international NGO
Ability to interact in cross-cultural setting with ease

Financial Accountant

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 5 years
LocationAbuja
Job FieldAccounting/Audit
The successful candidate will provide mid – management level support to Director, Finance & Administration Nigeria, Abuja office. This includes:

(a) financial reporting and monitoring of ongoing projects
(b) preparation of draft budgets at different levels;
(c) ensure staff, partners and vendors’ compliance with financial policies;
(d) perform internal auditing checks and suggest accounting controls;
(e) ensure the accuracy in the preparation and postings of journal entries and Finance’s files;
(f) support the Director of Finance and Administration to ensure that all necessary controls are in place over the Council’s assets;
(g) support the Director of Finance and Administration in ensuring that all reports to donors, and head office and internal documents are produced accurately and on a timely basis;
(h) ensure effective cash management, internal control, tax and statutory compliance;
(i) maintain and update monthly payroll:
(j) monitoring the balances on the staff and vendors advances on daily basis and ensure complete liquidation;
(k) Preparation of the monthly national staff benefits report to the Director of Finance and Administration:
(l) preparation of the monthly schedules of prepayments and accruals for review;
(m) ensure timelincs of disbursements and accurate recording.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate must possess:
Minimum of B.Sc Accounting or its equivalent
Must be a qualified Accountant such as ANAN. ICAN,ACCA
Ai least 5 years experience in a similar post with a multinational organization/international NGO.
Excellent command ofthe English language
Good presentation skills
Excel lent computer skills.
Ability to operate financial packages such as QuickBooks, FundEZ, Sunsytstem etc.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.

Method of Application

Qualified candidates should follow instructions below:

1. Send an application letter stating your current salary and salary expectations and resume to nigeria@popcouncil.org on or before Thursday, May 16, 2013.
2. Clearly statae the position title for which you are applying and your full names – starting with the surname first, then other names (eg. Financial Accountant – BEN, Shehu Ekong) – in the subject area of the email
3. All attachments must be in PDF format.

Job Categories: Accounting Jobs in Nigeria, Health and Medical Jobs, Job Vacancies in Nigeria, and NGO and Legal Jobs. Job Types: Full-Time.

Phoebe School vacancy for Administrative Assistant Intern

Administrative Assistant Intern
Phoebe School – Nigeria

Job Description

Phoebe School is offering a six to twelve month internship in administrative assistance – although this is a volunteer role, travel expenses are paid, and the experience and training opportunities provided will help you take a real step forward in working in the right sector.
We are seeking to appoint a smart, helpful and hardworking individual to work in our busy and friendly School Office. The successful candidate will be responsible for all school admissions and attendance duties. This is a key position within the school and applicants will require knowledge and experience of administration. The role also involves reception, welfare and administration duties.
Phoebe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this committment. This appointment is subject to satisfactory references and other reasonable checks. Email applications only please.
Main Responsibilities:

1. Provides secretarial and administrative services for the whole school including:
Word Processing of letters, memoranda, school diaries, minutes, newsletters and reports etc.
Answers routine enquiries from staff, pupils, parents, local authority officers, Governors and the general public including personnel and payroll queries.
Undertakes switchboard and reception duties;
Files, updates and retrieves information manually and electronically;
Prepares and answers routine correspondence.
Photocopying as required
Assists in maintaining the head’s diary of appointments and school diary of events.

2. Responsible for the collection, banking and accounting of school money for clubs, visits, uniform etc, and maintain all relevant paperwork.

3. Responsible for the compilation of attendance registers and maintaining associated records:
Implements the requirements of the LA with regard to attendance;
Responsible for the production of statistics on a regular basis for the School’s management and teaching staff.
Contacting parents by phone to find out why a pupil is absent from school

4. Assists with stock control and maintenance of inventories.

5. Assists with the maintenance and updating of student data using database and producing statistics on a regular basis for Management, Local Authority and teaching staff, including submission of school census.

6. Uses office machinery (photocopier, fax, shredder).

7. Assist in the school admissions process.
Desired Skills & Experience

What you will need:
Computer literacy, including word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Interpersonal and team working skills
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both orally and in writing.
Ability to provide accurate statistical information.
Time management and organisational skills
Literacy and numeracy skills
Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team
Company Description

Phoebe School was established in October 2012 and teaches to the British and Nigerian curriculum. This means children will get only the very best education whilst in our care. Our close links with some schools and universities in the United Kingdom enable us to deliver an outstanding and constantly improving service.

The school is situated in Lagos – Nigeria in a pleasant surrounding, close to the beautiful Lekki beach with good links to transport and local amenities.

Addendo valore puer diligatis, in latin, means Adding value to the child you love.

Entry Level Job vacancies at IBM

Graduates – Global Business Services (GBS)

Job ID GBS-0572408 Job type Full-time Regular
Work country Nigeria Position type Entry level
Work city Lagos Posted 08-May-2013
Travel Up to 3 days a week (home on weekends-based on project requirements) Job area Consulting & Services
Business group Global Business Services Job category Consultant
Business unit ConServ Job role Business Transformation Consultant
Job role skillset Graduate Entry
Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only No
Job description
IBM Consulting Entry-Level Opportunities for Any Major!

Consulting by Degrees (CbD)

IBM’s consulting business is looking for university candidates with the skills, creativity and passion to help us meet and overcome challenges. And not just anyone. We are looking for exceptional people, like you, with the potential not only to become great consultants but also the future leaders of IBM. We welcome you to join IBM’s Consulting by Degrees Program — our world-class initiative to identify and groom entry level business consultants into tomorrow’s leaders.

The CbD Program will provide you with tailored mentoring, training, support and practical experience you need to take your potential and accelerate your career.

As an IBM consultant you’ll help top-tier clients solve their most complex business and technical issues. From the business insight of strategy consulting and technical prowess of application services to business analytics and optimization – the opportunities are nearly limitless at IBM Global Business Services.

If you feel you have what takes to help us make the planet a smarter place to live and work, then join us.

At IBM Global Business Services (GBS), we partner with our clients to deliver real business value by:
Bringing together the world’s largest consulting practice with industry-leading research capability.
Enriching business consulting with advanced research, analytics and technology.
Teaming on all phases of engagement to plan, build and implement business solutions.
Establishing new, flexible and iterative approaches that only IBM can offer through our unique combination of skills, experience and capabilities.
Leveraging proven roadmaps and frameworks we have developed across 17 industries.
Applying IBM’s global expertise and local capabilities through our unique global delivery network combined with our teams in over 170 countries.

Our consultants provide an integrated approach to business design and execution—turning strategies into actions. These strengths applied to business issues and opportunities give our clients not only the ability to anticipate change, but also take advantage of new possibilities.

Basic/Required Qualifications:
Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% to client locations (Monday-Thursday, Fridays as needed)
Location: First 12 months spent in Dubai for CbD training.

Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum 3.5 GPA
Demonstrated history of achievement in academics, internships, coops and/or work experience, preferably involving business and technical coursework
In process of obtaining Bachelors or having graduated up to a maximum of 2 years ago.

Unleash your imagination—the possibilities are endless…
Required
Bachelor’s Degree
English: Fluent

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Categories: Graduate Trainee & Fresh Graduate Jobs Nigeria. Job Types: Full-Time.

Job vacancy in a Foremost Newspaper Establishment

A foremost Newspaper Establishment located in Lagos, requires the services of an Experienced Plumber

Experienced Plumber
Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationNCE/OND
Experience 3 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldEngineering

with adequate technical knowledge and academic qualification in Plumbing Technology.

Job Description:
Good knowledge of plumbing work and latest technology.
Abilityto work with little or no supervision.
Should be willing and ready to work outside Lagos, when the need momentarily arises.
Ability to pay attention to details.

Qualification:
Minimum ofOND in PlumbingTechnologyor its equivalent.
City and Guild II in Plumbing Technology, an added advantage.
At least 3 years cognate experience.

Method of Application

Send your CV to

The Advertiser,
Advert No: 2050
Guardian Newspapers Limited
P.M.B. 1217, Oshodi
Isolo-Oshodi Expressway
Isolo, Lagos

Job Categories: Guardian Newspaper Jobs in Nigeria. Job Types: Full-Time.

Careers at Swift Networks Limited: Voip Engineer

Voip Engineer
swift networks limited – Nigeria

Job Description

The Voice Engineer will be responsible for end to end maintenance of the Voice system. This individual will ensure high availability of the Voice service. He will ensure that interconnect links are up and maintain end user voice quality at levels that are at or above acceptable standards. This individual will also train the service desk team to enable them provide second level support to customers. He will ensure that call rates and interconnect rates are correct and up to date.

VOIP engineer must possess the skills and experience in SIP Server administration and management as well as must have competent experience in handling voice gateways and interconnects.
Desired Skills & Experience

SIP Server Management and Administration

Voice Gateway Management and Administration

Interconnect configuration and Administration
SS7
SIP Trunks
Sigtran
VOICE Switch and Router Configurations and Administration
Voice Security and QoS
Reporting and Documentation
Company Description

Job Description:
The Voice Engineer will be responsible for end to end maintenance of the Voice system. This individual will ensure high availability of the Voice service. He will ensure that interconnect links are up and maintain end user voice quality at levels that are at or above acceptable standards. This individual will also train the service desk team to enable them provide second level support to customers. He will ensure that call rates and interconnect rates are correct and up to date.

VOIP engineer must possess the skills and experience in SIP Server administration and management as well as must have competent experience in handling voice gateways and interconnects.
Requirements:
A good first degree in telecommunications, Computer Science, IT/Computer engineering or other related field with a minimum of 2nd class honours, Upper Division, from a reputable university
Certified and Experienced VOICE professional (preferred)

Job Categories: Engineering Jobs in Nigeria and Telecommunication Jobs. Job Types: Full-Time.

Latest Job vacancies in a Reputable school

Our client, a reputable school in Lagos and environ, has the following vacancies.

Matron – Code MT

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 5 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldMedical
Must be a registered staff nurse with a minimum of B.Sc Nursing Degree.
Minimum of Five (5) years cognate experience as a Matron in a good hospital or school
Age: 35-50years

Nurses – Code NR

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 3 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldMedical
Must be a registered staff nurse with a minimum of B.ScNursing Degree (Holders of Diploma in Nursing can also apply. Auxiliary Nurses can also apply.
Minimum of three (3) years cognate experience in a reputable hospital or school clinic
Age: 28years and above. www.nigeriabestjobs.com

Principal – Code PR

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationMBA/MSc/MA
Experience 5 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldAdministration
Masters Degree in any field
PossessionofP.G.D.E/B.Ed/M/Ed
Minimum of 5 years cognate experience as the Principal of an international school
Age: 35 to 50years

Head of Security – Code HS

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationNCE/OND
Experience 5 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldSecurity
Minimum of a Diploma in any field with a certification in security operations
Minimum of five years (5) years cognate experience as the Chief Security Officer (CSO) of a reputable school or organisation
Age: 35years and above.

Transport Manager

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 3 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldTransportation and Driving
Minimum of B.Sc/BA/HND
Certificate in Transport/Fleet Management will be an advantage
Minimum of 3 yeas cognate experience in Transport/Fleet Management
Age: 35 and above.

Head, Human Resources

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 5 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldHuman Resources
Minimum of a First Degree in any field Certification in Personnel Management/HR
Minimum of Five (5) years cognate experience as the Head, Human Resources of a reputable school or organisation
Age: 30years and above.

Subject Teachers (All Secondary School Subjects) – Code T

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience 3 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldEducation
Minimum of a first Degree in the subject area (P.G.D.E)
Possession of a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE/B.Ed) is mandatory
Minimum of three (3) years cognate experience in teaching the subject

House Parents – Code HP

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationBA/BSc/HND
LocationLagos
Job FieldEducation
Minimum of a First Degree in any field
Minimum of three (3) years cognate experience as a House Parent in a good school.

Head of Kitchen – Code HK

Job TypeFull Time
Min QualificationNCE/OND
Experience 5 years
LocationLagos
Job FieldCatering/Confectionery
Minimum of a Diploma in catering and Home Management
Minimum of five (5) years cognate experience as a Head of Kitchen in a good hotel, restaurant or boarding school kitchen.

Head, Accounts and Finance

Job TypeFull Time
Min Qualification
LocationLagos
Job FieldAccounting/Audit
First Degree or equivalent, ACA
Minimum of 5years postACA experience in a reputable institution or company
Age: 30years and Above

Method of Application

Prospective candidates should send a detailed resume stating the reference number of the position they are applying for at the top right hand corner of their resume to:

The Advertiser,
P.O.Box 74439, Victoria Island, Lagos

Application should be submitted with two weeks from the day of this publication.

Regional Manager Job vacancy at May & Baker Nigeria Plc Abuja

May & Baker Nigeria Plc.

Vacancy Details

Job Ref.: RM-A
Job Title: REGIONAL MANAGER (ABUJA)
Department: Pharma Sales & Marketing
Location: Nigeria, Nigeria
Salary range: not found!
Job Type: Permanent full-time
Job description:
Reporting to the Managing Director, the incumbent will be responsible for directing and controlling the company’s business functions / sales in the region with core responsibilities for Institutional and Government Business to achieve agreed sales volumes. He / She must possess excellent planning and organizing skills, strong oral and written communication abilities and good presentation skills. Candidates must demonstrate a high level of competence in Marketing and Sales function and possess strong people leadership skills. Candidates should possess a degree in a relevant field, an MBA, Membership of relevant professional body with 10 years cumulative sales experience with a reputable company and not be more than 45 years of age.

Graduate Trainees Corporate Relations Jobs at Guinness

Job Title GRADUATE CORPORATE RELATIONS – NIGERIA
Job Description
Diageo Africa operates in over 40 markets across Africa through various business models including publicly quoted companies, joint ventures & licensed brewing entities. We produce & distribute premium drinks from right across the Diageo portfolio such as Guinness, Johnnie Walker, Baileys and Smirnoff. We are also home to growing local brands such as Malta Guinness, Harp and exciting new innovations like SNAPP.

With over 5000 employees working across Supply & Demand we put a significant investment behind our people agenda to ensure that Africa is truly Best Place to Be. We are also proud of the contributions we make in the communities in which we operate both economically and socially, for example our commitment to provide safe access to drinking water to 1million people each year.

Structure
On the Pan Africa Graduate programme our ‘real job’ philosophy ensures you will benefit from authentic experiences designed to accelerate your career development. You will build your expertise and knowledge by completing three 12-month rotations within your chosen discipline and there may be opportunities to spend one of these rotations in a different African market.

Support and Development
The three-year programme includes both functional training and leadership development. Functional training helps you gain the skills, knowledge and experience that will form the foundation of your career with Diageo. Meanwhile, we help you build your leadership expertise so you can encourage thinking, stimulate people and drive change.

You’ll also spend time with our sales force, out in the field, to increase your commercial awareness – it’s vital that every graduate understands our brands, our customers and the way we sell. There will be opportunities for you to explore other avenues for development at regular reviews with your line manager.

In addition, there are ‘connect and development’ events each year, which will help you raise your profile in the company and learn from some of our most experienced leaders.

Essential qualifications and qualities
We are looking for graduates with:
· Minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) or equivalent, with an excellent academic record. You will need to demonstrate genuine interest to work in a Corporate Relations function
· No more than two (2) years experience, post NYSC
· Talented , ambitious, enthusiastic people who are striving to be the best
· Great energy, drive and can-do attitude
· Great interpersonal skills and team player
· Strong communication skills – verbal and written
· Diageo focus – understands our values and is passionate for what we stand for
· Forward thinking, solution focused and great appetite for learning
· Commercial acumen
· Leadership qualities – ability to influence

You must be excited about joining a dynamic, fast paced world leading business and delivering great results right from the start. You should also be mobile and open to opportunities to work across Africa or other Diageo markets.

Reporting Location Nigeria
Business Unit Guinness Nigeria

Job Categories: Graduate Trainee & Fresh Graduate Jobs Nigeria. Job Types: Full-Time.

Etisalat Jobs at Enugu

Job Title Specialist.Dealer Sales
Location Enugu,NG
Function
Job Summary
Manage Distribution Partners (DPs) effectively in assigned territory

Principal Functions
Achieve Gross Connection and Sales Revenue targets

Grow subscriber and revenue bases in assigned clusters

Drive retail activation and channel development in assigned clusters

Ensure and monitor product availability

Manage relationships with Distribution Partners (DPs)

Supervise and monitor Trade Agents activities in assigned clusters

Ensure Trade compliance

Conduct regular trade visits to DP outlets

Monitor Price compliance

Prospect for new DPs

Handle and resolve DP queries

Monitor and report competitive intelligence

Support all regional and national initiatives

Educational Requirements
First degree, HND or equivalent in relevant discipline

Postgraduate/ professional qualification in related fields will be an added advantage

Experience,Skills & Competencies
Between three (3) and five (5) years directly relevant post-NYSC work experience, with most recent two (2) years in a telco business environment

Account Executive at Reliance Infosystems, 13th May 2013

Reliance Infosystems is a leading business solutions provider specializing in system integration, security solutions, education and software development. Incorporated in December 2002, with the objective to assist the mid-enterprise and enterprise businesses on leveraging IT solutions as business tools.
We are recruiting to fill the position below for our client:
Job Title: Account Executive
Location: Lagos
Requirements
Minimum of bachelor's degree in a relevant field.Other Proficiencies: Must have above-average proficiencies in office productivity tools like Excel, Word, Outlook, Acrobat and other.Age Bracket: 25-35 years old.Minimum of 3 years core experience in Account Management.Certifications: Relevant Certifications in accounting practices with dates not earlier than 2010. Additional Requirement
Must be a team player with good communication skill, ready to learn, work with limited supervision.Candidate must be currently and fully engaged in a paid employment with notable organization.How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their applications and CV's to: placement@relianceinfosystems.com

Application Deadline 24th May, 2013

Graduate Job vacancies at Diageo

Job Title GRADUATE SALES (SPIRITS PORTFOLIO)- NIGERIA
Job Description
Diageo Africa operates in over 40 markets across Africa through various business models including publicly quoted companies, joint ventures & licensed brewing entities. We produce & distribute premium drinks from right across the Diageo portfolio such as Guinness, Johnnie Walker, Baileys and Smirnoff. We are also home to growing local brands such as Malta Guinness, Harp and exciting new innovations like SNAPP.

With over 5000 employees working across Supply & Demand we put a significant investment behind our people agenda to ensure that Africa is truly Best Place to Be. We are also proud of the contributions we make in the communities in which we operate both economically and socially, for example our commitment to provide safe access to drinking water to 1million people each year.

Structure
On the Pan Africa Graduate programme our ‘real job’ philosophy ensures you will benefit from authentic experiences designed to accelerate your career development. You will build your expertise and knowledge by completing three 12-month rotations within your chosen discipline and there may be opportunities to spend one of these rotations in a different African market.

During the first year of your development programme you will be immersed in Diageo’s sales process. You’ll spend good time in a field sales role, building relationships with our partners and working with customers to maximize sales. Your challenge will be to help make sure our brands are successfully promoted, readily available and well presented to anyone who wants to buy them. The work is challenging, diverse and exciting.

Support and Development
The three-year programme includes both functional training and leadership development. Functional training helps you gain the skills, knowledge and experience that will form the foundation of your career with Diageo. Meanwhile, we help you build your leadership expertise so you can encourage thinking, stimulate people and drive change. There will be opportunities for you to explore other avenues for development at regular reviews with your line manager.

In addition, there are ‘connect and development’ events each year, which will help you raise your profile in the company and learn from some of our most experienced leaders.

Essential qualifications and qualities
We are looking for graduates with:
· Minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) or equivalent, with an excellent academic record. Although your degree discipline is not significant, you will need to have a real interest in sales especially within the Spirits portfolio. Genuinely excited about the opportunity to promote our Spirits brands
· No more than two (2) years post NYSC experience
· Talented , ambitious , enthusiastic people who are striving to be the best
· Great energy, drive and can-do attitude
· Great interpersonal skills and team player
· Strong communication skills – verbal and written
· Diageo focus – understands our values and is passionate for what we stand for
· Forward thinking, solution focused and great appetite for learning
· Commercial acumen
· Leadership qualities – ability to influence

B
Job Title GRADUATE MARKETING – NIGERIA

Diageo believes that marketing means being passionate about our customers – understanding them is the only way to promote our brands effectively. As part of your development programme you will be immersed in Diageo’s sales process. You’ll spend some time in a field sales role, building relationships with our partners and working with customers to maximize sales. Your challenge will be to help make sure our brands are successfully promoted, readily available and well presented to anyone who wants to buy them. The work is challenging, diverse and exciting.

Support and Development
The three-year programme includes both functional training and leadership development. Functional training helps you gain the skills, knowledge and experience that will form the foundation of your career with Diageo. Meanwhile, we help you build your leadership expertise so you can encourage thinking, stimulate people and drive change. There will be opportunities for you to explore other avenues for development at regular reviews with your line manager.

In addition, there are ‘connect and development’ events each year, which will help you raise your profile in the company and learn from some of our most experienced leaders.

Essential qualifications and qualities
We are looking for graduates with:
· Minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) or Equivalent, with an excellent academic record. Although your degree discipline is not significant, you will need to have a real interest in marketing and being genuinely excited about the opportunity to work in this field
· No more than two (2) years post NYSC experience
· Talented , ambitious , enthusiastic people who are striving to be the best
· Great energy, drive and can-do attitude
· Great interpersonal skills and team player
· Strong communication skills – verbal and written
· Diageo focus – understands our values and is passionate for what we stand for
· Forward thinking, solution focused and great appetite for learning
· Commercial acumen
· Leadership qualities – ability to influence
You must be excited about joining a dynamic, fast paced world leading business and delivering great results right from the start. You should also be mobile and open to opportunities to work across Africa or other Diageo markets

Job Categories: Graduate Trainee & Fresh Graduate Jobs Nigeria and Sales and Marketing Jobs. Job Types: Full-Time.

Shell Recruitment Day 2013

Job Title Employment Opportunities 2013 – Nigeria
Region of Work Location Africa
Country of Work Location Nigeria
Job Description
At Shell, we’re developing all kinds of ideas to help meet the growing demand for energy. And we’re looking for ambitious students and graduates to help us do more.

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies, employing approximately 87,000 people and operating in more than 70 countries and territories. Our aim is to meet the energy needs of society in ways that are economically, socially and environmentally viable, now and in the future. Our focus on innovation and technology has made us a leading manufacturer, distributor and marketer of refined petroleum products and has us ranked amongst the top 50 most innovative companies in the world.

We are breaking new grounds in Africa and are looking for top talents who have expressed capacity, achievement and strong relationship skills to deliver on the global energy challenge.

Shell’s core values are Honesty, Integrity and Respect in all its operations, is an equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusiveness.

Shell Graduate Programme

The Shell Graduate Programme is a development framework that enables new graduates to become fully independent Shell professionals in 2-5 years. At Shell, new graduates have access to an unparalleled range of roles and world-class training and development opportunities, including:

Leadership skills development
Networking, Coaching and Mentoring relationships
Learning curriculum (training, e-learning modules, accreditation)
Who we’re looking for:

§ Graduates who finished with a very good degree at the Undergraduate level
§ Graduates who are currently engaged in or have finished their National Youth Service
§ Graduates with less than four years post graduation experience

There will be specific skill requirements for your chosen job area. But whatever your role, there are certain qualities you’ll need if you’re going to succeed at Shell.

You also need to be good at absorbing information, analysing problems, making objective decisions and coming up with original ideas. You should have the drive, confidence and resilience to get things done, the flexibility to work well in a team and the credibility to influence others.

Shell matches you into a particular role based on your skills, so you will not be required to apply for a specific Shell position.

Be sure to click on “Students and Graduates” and apply for a “Shell Recruitment Day”. You will need to upload a copy of your resumé, cover letter, and all academic transcripts including both undergraduate and graduate where applicable.

MTN Nigeria recruits Senior Manager, ES Product Management

Job Title
Senior Manager, ES Product Management
Division:
Enterprise Solutions
Location:
Lagos
Job Description:
Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers.

Ensure full compliance with telecommunications license provisions, sector regulations and competition laws.

Review market and internal conditions and provide professional input and contribute to the development of strategies for ES Propositions and Marketing Relations, demonstrating an understanding of MTNN business strategies and needs of the customer.

Develop detailed plans in support of approved strategies in respect of ES Propositions and Marketing Relations, organizing required resources, monitoring and periodically reporting progress of plans.

Liaise with the Propositions and Product Development Group to identify gaps in the market where new products and propositions can be developed to provide valuable and competitive enterprise solutions.

Use market gap analysis and segmentation data to make decisions on the update and churn of in-life products and services.

Lead the In-Life Propositions and Product Management team and make professional propositions to meet targets for profitability and revenues, as agreed with the GM ES Propositions and Marketing Relations.

Manage the integration of lines and GSM products into enterprise solution propositions for ES customers.

Maintain in-life products and services within the distinct Enterprise Solutions brand and the “master brand” strategy managed by MTN Nigeria Marketing Group.

Manage product withdrawal, ensuring that alternative solutions are available to customers, that a migration path to alternative services is properly planned and that the changes are effectively communicated.

Manage each in-life product and service on a profit and loss account basis, using financial performance data to make individual product investment and withdrawal decisions.

Work with the ES Communications Planning Manager to develop effective In-Life Marketing communications and process for enterprise solutions propositions, products and services, compatible with MTN Nigeria processes.

Work with the Product and Value Pricing Manager, ES Marketing and MTN Finance groups to develop a competitive price to generate agreed margins for all in-life products and services and be the signing off authority for those piecing proposals.

Use relevant metrics and measures to routinely monitor progress against targets and take appropriate managerial action to ensure targets are met or exceeded.

Ensure full integration of quality management processes within all activities of Propositions and Product Development Group and ensure full compliance with telecommunications license provisions, sector regulations and competition laws.

Ensure capture of sales data, monitor sales performance and trends and generate assessment reports and analysis for management review.

Identify training and development needs for team members and manage related skills enhancement programmes to ensure enterprise targets are fully met.

Review performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.

Job Conditions: Normal MTNN working conditions. May be required to work extended hours. Occasional local travel as required.
Reporting To: General Manager, Enterprise Marketing
Required Skills:
A first degree from a reputable University.
Training and certification in Project Management is desirable.
A Masters degree (MBA/Msc) is desirable.
Minimum of 12 years work experience comprising;
5 years in a Managerial role in the Telecoms/ICT industry or similar role.
Over 5 years’ experience in managing end-to-end product development & management processes in a business solutions/B2B environment.
Experience in product marketing or business development in an ICT/Telecoms environment will be an advantage.
Commercial understanding of the Nigerian business environment and its trends and the co-requisite ICT needs and trends.
Experience in leading and managing a virtual product team, motivating others to achieve targets.
Employment Status :
Permanent
Qualification:
other

This vacancy expires on 5/22/2013

Chevron Nigeria recruits

Engineering Manager Power Projects
Chevron – Lagos, , Nigeria (Nigeria)

Job Description

Chevron is one of the world’s leading energy companies, with approximately 60,000 employees working in countries around the world. We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market and distribute fuels and other energy products; manufacture and sell petrochemical products; generate power; and develop future energy resources, including biofuels and geothermal energy.

Chevron Global Power Company is accepting online applications for the position of Engineering Manager – Power Projects located in Lagos, Nigeria through May 22, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time).

Chevron Global Power actively participates in the development of Power Generation Projects across different Chevron business units. The Engineering Manager will be seconded into the Nigeria-Mid Africa business unit to lead the technical development of the AGURA IPP Project.

Position Details:
Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

Manage the detail Engineering design for Power plant, Gas pipeline, Transmission line and substation expansion works
Ensure the Project major equipment purchase orders are in line with the requirements in the Project Specifications
implement all relevant VIP, Best practices and lessons learned
Implement and lead the IIF culture development in the associated detailed design offices
Work with external stakeholders (partners, regulatory agencies, etc) to ensure timely approvals of project documents, permits and licenses
Work with Asset Management/Operation Assurance group to ensure integration of Operations Input into the detail design
Manage the Cost and Schedule for the Engineering effort, plan actively to mitigate overruns
Provide field engineering support to relevant teams during the construction and commissioning periods
Provide active mentoring to Engineers on the project

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
A minimum of 10 years of related engineering experience.
Project Engineering Expertise – From conceptual design to detailed engineering and construction field engineering support
FEED and detailed Engineering experience on gas and steam turbine based power generation equipment. General understanding of Power Generation Plants from a design and operating perspective.
Demonstrated Project Management Knowledge (CPDEP)
Ability to mentor junior engineers and consult project teams throughout Chevron Companies (PRC, ETC)
Understanding of project development and execution processes.
Ability to apply Business/Contractual concepts to problems and develop solutions
Strong interpersonal relationship builder, communicator, and customer focused
Experience of working on a Power Plant major capital project in the EPC execution phase
Required experience supporting conceptual design of Power Generation Plants and working knowledge of tools and processes associated with project development.

Preferred Qualifications:

Understanding of Chevron EPC Contracts

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will be considered.

Nestle Job vacancy for Executive Assistant

Job Reference: ExecAsst2013
Position: Executive Assistant
Department: MANAGEMENT
Job Details:
As the Leading Nutrition Health and Wellness Company, we are committed to enhancing People’s lives, everywhere, every day. Infact enhancing lives will influence everything we do together.
A presence in more than 130 countries and factories in more than 80 research centres brings many global benefits. We believe in long term career development and appreciate how challenges and motivation will help you reach your potential.

Nestlé Nigeria Plc. is currently recruiting for an Executive Assistant at its Head Office, Ilupeju.

EXTERNAL VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT

Applications are hereby required from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Executive Assistant.

Nestlé Nigeria Plc upholds the principle of Non- Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities in its recruitment processes.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

The Executive assistant will provide high-quality support to the Directors and manage the smooth running of their affairs, by managing, organizing, scheduling and maintaining information in an efficient way.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Organizes and manages the day-to-day running of the Directors’ affairs to ensure the provision of high-quality support.
Manages the schedules to enhance effective time management and coordinates activities, prioritizes appointments and reschedules where necessary.
Manages, prioritizes, screens and monitors the Directors’ correspondence, including calls, emails, post, and fax to ensure they are dealt with appropriately.
Collects and researches information on assigned matters.
Produces reports and statistical analyses as per the request of the Directors’
Maintains an efficient filing system at all times.
Ensures that relevant information is gathered and prepared to brief the Directors’ for meetings, trips, and events.
Receives visitors to the Directors’ office as appropriate.
Works with internal and external contacts at all levels to fulfill the above duties.
PROFILE

· BSc degree or HND in any discipline (Minimum of Second Class lower or Lower Credit Grade)
· At least 3 years relevant experience in a multinational company.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to develop excellent working relationships with internal/external stakeholders.

· Must have had experience working as a PA with Directors or (MD/CEOs) of an organisation

· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse people and culture.

· Ability to understand & speak French fluently will be an added advantage.

· High Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools- Ms. Excel, Ms Word.

Job vacancies at Nigerian Bottling Company Limited Abuja, Lagos & Port Harcourt

Fleet Safety Manager(Abuja, Lagos & Port Harcourt)

Job Reference FSM/05/13
Job role Responsible for designing, developing and implementing programs to identify and mitigate controllable risks of our fleet.
Functional areas Haulage
Department Supply Chain
Job Details
Measure driver performance, produce driver scorecards, and create predictive modeling schedules and reports.

Working knowledge of federal and state safety laws.

Provide development framework and network opportunities.

Educate and counsel associates on defensive driving.

Design and implement meaningful operations and safety performance metrics.

Develop and communicate informative presentations and strategies to stakeholders.

Education level B.Engr/HND Mechanical Engineering
Experience needed 6
Desired candidate profile Excellent communication skills, written and oral. Good presentation skills. Good leadership & influencing skills. Analysis and identification of risk trends, problems and solutions. NEBOSH Certification will be added advantage
Job location
Publish date 2013-05-09
Closing date 2013-05-20

UNDP Jobs for Administrative and Finance Associate

ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCE ASSOCIATE- OPENED TO NIGERIAN NATIONALS ONLY
Location : Abuja, NIGERIA
Application Deadline : 28-May-13
Type of Contract : Service Contract
Post Level : SB-3
Languages Required :
English
Duration of Initial Contract : Initial duration period of one year
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Background
The Agriculture Transformation Agenda (ATA), unveiled by the Honourable Minister for Agriculture presented opportunities for the provision of technical assistance and other support to the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD) for the scale up of positive inclusive markets experience in Nigeria. The ATA is aimed at establishing a sustainable agriculture and agribusiness in Nigeria to raise the income of rural farmers. UNDP through its project, Facility for Inclusive Markets (FIM) has offered to support the Government of Nigeria (GoN) in key demand areas that include developing and implementing key value chains in agriculture and agro-industry and enhancing inclusiveness. FIM will also work towards its goal of catalysing the scale up of positive Inclusive Market experience in Nigeria and as a platform for capturing knowledge in and out of Nigeria.

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) is providing, through UNDP, long term technical assistance to the Agricultural Transformation Implementation Group (ATIG) as the organ established by the FMARD to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda. This support will compliment the UNDP-FIM project and ensure the successful delivery of the goals of the ATA. This project will provide critical technical expertise to strengthen the capacity of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development to successfully implement the ATA. The UNDP-BMGF technical assistance to FMARD will support term technical assistance for capacity development and the expansion of value chains in agriculture and agro-industry, institutional policy support and direct intervention to farmers and other small holder value chain actors that are vital to ensuring inclusiveness and sustainable results in the creation of business opportunities and jobs at the grassroots.

The success of the agricultural transformation agenda depends to some extent on the ability of the FMARD to mobilize adequate resources to implement the transformation plan. Complimentary technical and funding resources to execute the transformation plan would need to be mobilized by forging strategic partnership with donors, Foundations and major Development Banks and institutions.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Operations Manager the Administrative Associate provides support to office operations performing a variety of standard administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. The Administrative Associate promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.

The Administrative Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and projects staff in the CO and other UN agencies staff to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions:
Implementation of operational and financial management strategies
Administration of budgets and cost-recovery system
Accounting and Finance support
Support to supply and assets management
Performs administrative task related to the Project
Project cash management
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing
Ensures implementation of operational and financial management strategies, adapts processes and procedures focusing on achievement of the following results:
Full compliance with UN/UNDP rules and regulations of financial processes, financial records and reports and audit follow up; implementation of the effective internal control framework.
Finance business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Finance in consultation with the direct supervisor and CO Management.
Provision of inputs for implementation of cost-saving and reduction strategies in consultation with the office management.
Ensures administration of budgets and functioning of the optimal cost-recovery system focusing on achievement of the following results:
Preparation and modifications of budgets for the BMGF project, follow-up with the country office on availability of funds for the project budget.
Provides input for presentation of information for planning and status of financial resources of the project.
Ensure timely payment of cost recovery for services provides by the country office and follow up on tracking system.
Provides accounting and finance support to the Finance Unit on issues related to the Project, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Proper control of the supporting documents for payments and financial reports for the DEX project; preparation of all types of vouchers; Follow up with the country office for Pay Cycle and payments execution.
Proper receipting of goods and services and establishment of accruals.
Maintenance of the internal expenditures control system which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed; transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Atlas.
Verify with the Finance Unit that payrolls are duly posted; travel claims, MPOs and other entitlements are duly processed
Timely accounts closure
Timely corrective actions on unposted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers. Timely response to HQ requests to resolve financial data issues.
Timely corrective actions on erroneous data in Atlas. Preparation of financial reports as required.
Maintenance of the Accounts Receivables for the project and follow-up with partners on contributions, deposits creation in Atlas and their application to AR pending items.
Timely VAT reimbursements, payment of GLOC by the Government.
Provides support to proper supply and assets management, focusing on achievement of the following result:
Coordination of assets management in the project, timely preparation and submission of periodic inventory reports.
Ensure periodic and up to date procurement plans are provided to the Service Centre in a timely manner.
Under the supervision of the Operations Manager initiate the procurement process of equipment, materials and office supplies.
Coordination of the provision of reliable and quality office supplies
Perform administrative tasks for the project, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Maintenance of administrative control records such as commitments and expenditures.
General preparation of documents for the Minister’s meetings.
Filing, photocopying and collation and distribution of minutes, reports and other documents.
Dealing with incoming and outgoing mail correspondence and general emails.
Take minute for ATIC, EPG and other governance bodies as required.
Assist in the recording and processing of invoices, receipts and payments for the ATA consultants
Assist in matters relating to communication, marketing and publicity for ATA.
Organize meetings relating to the core operation of the Honorable Minister’s Office.
Maintain the ATA central filing system, general database and archive.
Provide administrative support for matters relating to the premises and operations
Confirmation of availability of funds prior to review by supervisor.
Follow up on creation of vendor set-up information in Atlas;
Maintenance of data integrity in the database, control programme; analysis of results and initiation of corrective actions when necessary.
Proper control of supporting documents of funds and activities.
Provision of the information for the audit.
Ensures proper Project cash management functioning focusing on achievement of the following results:
Timely review of cash position for local accounts to ensure sufficient funds on hand for disbursements. Timely identification and recording of receipts for income application.
Daily review of zero-balance account bank statements in Atlas to monitor imprest level; identification and recording of contributions.
Preparation of monthly UN exchange rate report to Treasury.
Timely and accurate preparation of bank reconciliations.
Timely preparation of monthly cashflow forecast for use by Operations Manager/ Finance Analyst.
Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the Project focusing on achievement of the following results:
Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on Finance and administrative procedures.
Synthesis of lessons learnt and sharing of best practices in financial and administrative SOP’s.
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the overall execution of the Project financial services and success in implementation of operational strategies. Accurate analysis and presentation of Administrative and financial information ensures proper administrative and financial processes in the project.
Competencies
Functional Competencies:

Building Partnerships
Maintaining information and databases
Tracks and reports on mobilized resources
Promoting Organizational Learning And Knowledge Sharing
Basic research and analysis
Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things
Identifies and communicates opportunities to promote learning and knowledge sharing
Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures
Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position
Possesses knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks (specialized knowledge related to financial resources management, including formulating budgets, maintaining Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payables, reporting).
Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
Promoting Organizational Change and Development
Presentation of information on best practices in organizational change
Documents ‘best practices’ in organizational change and development within and outside the UN system
Demonstrates ability to identify problems and proposes solutions
Design and Implementation of Management Systems
Data gathering and implementation of management systems
Uses information/databases/other management systems
Makes recommendations related to work procedures and implementation of management systems
Client Orientation
Maintains effective client relationships
Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion
Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
Responds to client needs promptly
Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management
Gathering and disseminating information
Maintains databases
Core Competencies:
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
Self-development, initiative-taking
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
Creating synergies through self-control
Managing conflict
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Informed and transparent decision making
Required Skills and Experience
Education
Secondary Education, with specialized certification in Accounting and Finance. University Degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration desirable, but not a requirement. Certified accountants from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage.
UNDP Accountancy & Finance Test required.
Experience:
6 years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience is required. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems and ERP financials, preferably PeopleSoft.
Knowledge of IPSAS and/or IFRS is required
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and the national language of the duty station.
The UN is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

A service contract (SC) is a modality for hiring individuals in a project under a non-staff contract.