African Development Bank (AfDB) New Job, Thursday 23, October 2014

The first thing you will notice about the AfDB is the passion of its employees to help reduce poverty on the continent, improve living conditions for Africans and mobilize resources for the continent’s economic and social development. That is what drives us to seek motivated individuals who share this commitment to poverty.

Our network of leading experts in every field identifies women and men whose experience, knowledge, and talents contribute to improving the quality of life on the continent.

AfDB staff work with governments across the continent, helping them in critical areas of development, from policy advice to the identification, preparation, appraisal and supervision of development projects.

Our core areas of activities include, among others, infrastructure, private sector development, policy advice, gender equality, climate change and regional integration. The Bank Group is deeply committed to anti-corruption initiatives with a view to improving the continent’s investment climate.

We are committed to diversity and strive to hire the best brains from across the globe. Our staff are diverse in many respects, including gender, nationality, race, culture, education and experience and fully represent our member countries.

The AfDB offers a variety of roles suited to your goals, background and talents, providing opportunities to advance, grow and strike the right balance between work and life that is best for you.

REGIONAL SECURITY OFFICER : SECU

OBJECTIVES
This position is located in the Security Unit (SECU) but tenable in Tunis, Tunisia. Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Field Office Security Officer (CSO) who reports directly to the Head of the Security Unit, the Regional Security Officer (North Africa) will be responsible for protecting the Bank’s assets based on industry best practices and the Bank’s policies and guidance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Field Office Security Officer (CSO), the duties and responsibilities are as follows:

Manage the Field Office security plan in coordination with Resident Representatives and Security Focal Points in the region of operation.
Prepare, maintain and put into action the ADB’s operational and tactical risk assessment programme for all Field Offices in a specific region, through which he will identify and characterize threats, assess risks and design countermeasures to eliminate or reduce risks and propose cost effective solutions.
Provide security advice for all assigned Field Offices in a specific region of Africa to the Chief, Field Office Security Officer in both pro-active and reactive manner.
Prepare, for the approval of the Chief, Field Officer security Officer, all Field Office related security documentation such as risk assessments, security procedures, reports concerning threat levels, security events affecting the Bank at all regional locations.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with the security authorities at regional locations, with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security, UNDSS, and also with similar organizations.
Monitor and improve the physical security environment at the Field Offices in a specific region of Africa to support decentralization.
Conduct liaison with the contracted security companies in the assigned region. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Prepare and maintain crisis and emergency plans for all personnel in the assigned region, covering eventualities such as war, outbreak of disease, country evacuation, earthquake, floods, fire and temporary loss of asset access, and any other credible natural/manmade disaster or major accident.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

At least a Master’s degree or its equivalent in a security related field.
At least five (5) years of relevant and pertinent experience in the security field.
Extensive experience in the military, police or relevant field is required.
High level degree of confidentiality and integrity; high level of interpersonal and diplomatic skills.
Proven leadership and supervision of multi-cultural teams; ability to work in a stressful environment and able to deliver timely results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and /or French; with a working knowledge of the other language.
Demonstrated ability to analyze facts and implement concrete solutions.
Excellent customer relations attitude and the ability to work in a team.
Competence in the use of standard Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).
Excellent written and verbal communications in English/French with a working knowledge of the other language.

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Nestlé Nigeria Plc Job Recruitment, Thursday 23, October 2014

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

Applications are hereby required from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of:

NUTRITION ADVISORS

DESCRIPTION
Nestlé Nutrition is a globally managed business under the Nestlé umbrella with a vision to “Enhance the quality of each individual’s life by providing superior products and services with meaningful nutritional benefits”.

We are currently looking for Nutrition Advisors (6 Months Contract)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
–   The potential candidates will be expected to assist in communication of our infant formula in assigned territories of health care practitioners and PHC’s that will need affordable Infant nutrition solutions. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
–   You have no sales responsibility.
–   The candidates will report directly to the Nestle Nutrition Field Operation Manager (FOM) in charge of the candidate’s assigned territory, who will supervise their operations using the prevailing Nestle Nutrition delegate’s documentation and reporting tools.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
–   Fresh graduates with a BSc /HND degrees (Minimum of Second Class Upper /Lower Credit respectively) in Human Nutrition, Food Science & Technology and other Biological science fields (i.e. Microbiology, Botany, Biochemistry etc.)
–   You must have completed National Youth Service Corps
–   Good Communication & Presentation Skills
–   Good Planning and Organization Skills

TO APPLY
Candidate applying for the position of Nutrition Advisor must be willing to work in any State in the advertised region.Multiple applications to different regions will be disqualified. Application closes 4th Novermber, 2014. Nestlé Nigeria Plc. upholds the principle of Non- Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities in its recruitment processes.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. Interested and suitably qualified candidates should click on preferred job titles according to suitable location to apply online.

NUTRITION ADVISOR-SOUTH WEST

NUTRITION ADVISOR-SOUTH EAST

NUTRITION ADVISOR-NORTH EAST

NUTRITION ADVISOR-NORTH CENTRAL

NUTRITION ADVISOR-SOUTH SOUTH

Guiness Nigeria Plc Vacancies, Thursday 23, October 2014

Guiness Nigeria Plc – We are Guinness Nigeria, member of Diageo Plc the world’s leading premium drinks business with an unrivalled collection of beverage alcohol & non-alcohol brands across the Spirits, Wine & Beer categories.

Guinness Nigeria operates a Total Beverage Business (TBB). A key contributor to the success of the GNPLC strategic plan is an effective & flexible field sales force demonstrating industry leadership in both volume driving & brand building activity. We put the customer at the heart of everything we do, and through this, will deliver sustained, mutual growth for our brands, categories, customers and partners. Will you partner with us on this journey?

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

SALES EXECUTIVES

THE OPPORTUNITY
Here at Guinness Nigeria we are looking for Sales Executives that are made of more: more passion, more drive, more authenticity, and more flair than a traditional sales executive. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
This is not just a job; this is an opportunity to be part of an amazing team who are the custodians of our iconic brands like Guinness Foreign Extra Stout (FES), Smirnoff, Baileys, Harp, Malta Guinness and many more.
At Guinness Nigeria, we are constantly evolving as an organization that provides real opportunities for personal and career growth for our employees. We work with pace and passion, we love what we do and the people we work with.

THE ROLE
The Sales Executive role is our entry level route into the sales function. The Sales Executive role is one that requires the ability to build strong commercial relationships with our customers. Managing and developing your own accounts is a core part of the role and you will be responsible for activations, preselling and order taking.

THE RIGHT PERSON
We are looking for sales executives with a strong desire to build a career in sales and a real passion to win. In addition, our sales executives are expected to have the following qualifications and capabilities:

Minimum of Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with 1 year commercial expertise gained across Sales / Consumer Marketing or Sales Management.
Good communication skills –written and verbal
Good IT skills
High degree of integrity
Good inter personal skills
Willingness to work across Nigeria.
Previous selling experience is desired but not essential (full training in the Diageo Way of Selling will be provided)

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BBC Media Action Job Vacancy, Thursday 23, October 2014

BBC Media Action uses media and communications to help improve health, reduce poverty, and support people in understanding their rights. To achieve this, it partners with civil society, local media and governments to:

Produce creative programmes in multi-media formats which inform and engage audiences around key development issues; and
Strengthen the media sector through building professional capacity and infrastructure.
The work of BBC Media Action focuses on three thematic areas:

Health
Governance and rights; and
Humanitarian and emergency preparedness

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

ROLE RESPONSIBILITY
This role will require you to provide leadership of the production team in Nigeria, with overall responsibilities for editorial decision making, production processes, outputs, and equipment. You will develop systems and organise regular editorial and management meetings to guarantee that the production department resources are being strategically allocated, scheduled, and shared. You’ll manage heads of different production teams to coordinate and creatively influence. You will need to recruit, retain and develop staff, along with keeping across budgets and spending. This position will also need you to build and maintain relationships with media partners, donors and other stakeholders. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
This role will need you to have experience of managing teams to deliver multiple broadcast outputs (especially radio and/ or TV) to tight time frames and setting up/improving systems for scheduling and coordinating the allocation of production resources. You will have demonstrable creative ability with a proven track-record in designing, developing and making media programmes. You’ll have strong editorial judgement, along with good journalistic practice and principles. You’ll have previous budget management experience, coupled with excellent interpersonal leadership and people management skills.

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UNICEF Nigeria Latest Jobs, Thursday 23, October 2014

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.

For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

NUTRITION OFFICER P-2

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Accountable for professional technical contribution to project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of Nutrition programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy, with emphasis on addressing gender inequalities.

Key Expected Results
1. Accurate, complete and up-to-date information made available for effective budget preparation, programme and project design, implementation, management and evaluation, including inputs needed for addressing gender inequalities.
2. Project efficiency and effectiveness enhanced through effective implementation support.
3. Progress reports and project work plans timely prepared, and effective technical assistance provided in the identification of required supplies and equipment, and in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation.
4. Appropriateness and completeness of financial and supply documentation as well as adherence to established allotments ensured.
5. Knowledge sharing with donors and media promoted.
6. Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration, that builds shared understanding of strategies to address gender inequalities.

QUALIFICATIONS OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
– University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health & Nutrition, Health Sciences, International Health & Nutrition, Public Health & Nutrition Policy and Management, Family and Community Health & Nutrition, Nutritional Epidemiology, Health & Nutrition Education, Health & Nutrition Promotion and Disease Prevention, Public Health Preparedness, Health Emergency Preparedness, or other relevant discipline(s).
– Training in gender and in nutrition programmes that promote gender equality and asset.
– Two years of relevant work experience. Developing country work experience.
– Background/familiarity with Emergency. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
– Experience in monitoring gender inequalities and in programming interventions that reduce thee disparities an asset.
– Fluency in English and a second UN language.  Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station an asset.

COMPETENCIES OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
– Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
– Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment
– Sets high levels of quality and productivity for self.
– Demonstrates an awareness of changes in organizational strategy that impact on own work area.
– Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
– Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
– Seeks and quickly absorbs new information and techniques.
– Sets clearly defined objectives and plans activities for self, own team or department.

NUTRITION MANAGER P-4

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Accountable for formulation, design, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of Nutrition project(s) to ensureoverall efficiency and effectiveness of the project management, delivery and accomplishment of project goals andobjectives.
Accountable for ensuring that all aspects of the Nutrition project/programme promote gender equality, and for collaborating to mainstream key features across all related sectors of the country programme.

Key Expected Results
1. Timely sectoral analysis, input, support and collaboration to the Situation Analysis and its periodic update made for effective project planning, development and management.
2. Knowledge management effectively promoted through drafting/finalizing key Nutrition sectoral programme documents and reports, sharing good practice, lessons learned, and ensuring knowledge/information exchange.
3. Quality of rights-based, gender-sensitive Nutrition projects/programmes effectively promoted, and coherence, synergy and value added to project management process through results-based management.
4. Sectoral work plan and activities formulated, implemented and monitored, ensuring alignment with the defined project strategies and approaches, with special attention to gender/sex disaggregated data or relevant indicators.
5. Project delivery, evaluation and reporting carried out efficiently, rigorously and transparently in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures.
6. UNICEF`s global goals effectively promoted through advocacy and policy dialogue in the Nutrition sector.
7. Proper and timely UNICEF and Government accountability ensured regarding supply and non-supply assistance as well as disbursement of programme funds for the Nutrition sector.
8.  Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration, ensuring that gender-specific feature and requite issues are highlighted.

QUALIFICATIONS OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
– Advanced university degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health & Nutrition, Health Sciences, International Health & Nutrition, Public Health & Nutrition Policy and Management, Family Health & Nutrition, Nutritional Epidemiology, Health & Nutrition Education, Health & Nutrition Promotion and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Emergency Preparedness, or other relevant discipline(s).
– Training in gender and in nutrition programmes that promote gender equality an asset.
– Eight years of relevant work experience, including experience in developing countries.
– Background/familiarity with Emergency country context.
– Experience in monitoring gender inequalities and in programming interventions that reduce these inequalities an asset.
– Fluency in English and another UN language.  Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station an asset.

COMPETENCIES OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
– Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
– Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
– Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
– Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
– Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
– Analyzes and integrates diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range of sources.
– Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of  individuals across organizational departments.
– Identifies urgent and potentially difficult decisions and acts on them promptly; initiates and generates team- and department-wide activities.
– Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization.

TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should click on preferred job title to apply online.

NUTRITION OFFICER
NUTRITION MANAGER

Etisalat Nigeria Jobs, Tuesday 21, October 2014

Etisalat Nigeria’s vision is a world where people’s reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.

Etisalat Nigeria is recruiting to fill the below position of:

SPE…T – BUDGET CONTROL AND ANALYSIS

Oversees budget administration and program analysis, examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS  
Analyse budgeting and accounting reports for the purpose of maintaining expenditure controls.
Verify that all transactions in the areas of budget control, finance, and accounts are effected in accordance with established regulations, rules, directives and procedures.
Implement all established budgetary and financial policies and procedures; recommend new ones aimed at improving the operational aspects of the budget and planning office.
Coordinate various departments for timely completion and reporting of budgeting activities.
Prepare special analysis on ongoing projects; participate in the development portions of the quarterly rolling plan and annual budget and preparation of return on Investment.
Provide input into the development of the annual budget and business plan. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Executes rigorous analyses of operating plans by examining the operational and strategic impact of those activities, including both comparative analysis against other similar activities and ROI analyses.
Certify the availability of funds, analyse and revise unliquidated obligations to ensure that these remain valid and appropriate.
Prepare budget analysis (Operating, Capital Expenditures, Projected Profit and Loss, Balance Sheets and Cash Flows)
Compare prepared budget to actual and determine the variance analysis
Control and monitor the processing of requests for management approval based on approved budgets
Analyse various cost control/cost reduction measures
Carry out other assignments as instructed by the Head, Budget and Financial Planning

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS  
First Degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university

EXPERIENCE,SKILLS & COMPETENCIES  
Three (3) to Five (5) years relevant work experience
Membership of Professional association (CIMA, CFA, ACCA, ICAN, etc) will be an added advantage
Budgeting
Financial Systems Knowledge
Industry Knowledge
Accountability
Communication
Relationship Management Skills
Passion for Excellence
Integrity
Empowering people
Growing people
Team work

MANAGER – FINANCE SUPPORT

JOB SUMMARY
Assist with financial forecasting and analysis of various departmental plans and ensure the finance support team is fully integrated with organizational, strategic and operational goals and objectives.

Principal Functions
Support line functions to meet financial and operational objectives within the company’s internal control framework
Act as member of functional support team located within user functions
Manage, co-ordinate and control finance support activities and administration within the assigned area
Integrate divisional finance administration with other parts of the Finance department, by providing input on financial and divisional administrative and managerial matters, and assessing spe…t financial services for user functions
Implement and maintain an efficient financial management system in various divisions, including areas such as project accounting, front-end financial accounting and review, budget preparation and variance reporting/management, financial3Ps, commercial negotiations in the line, e.t.c.
Prepare feasibility studies and manage projects
Provide support to managers and other staff members of the divisions on financial issues.
Perform any other duties as assigned by Head, Finance Support

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS  
First Degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES  
Six (6) to Eight (8) years relevant work experience with at least three (3) years in a supervisory roles
Certified Membership of Professional association (CIMA, CFA, ACCA, ICAN, etc) is an added advantage
Budgeting
Financial Systems Knowledge
Industry Knowledge
Accountability
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Passion for Excellence
Integrity
Empowering people
Growing people
Team work
Customer Focus

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NigerDock Vacancy, Tuesday 21, October 2014

Nigerdock’s fabrication yard is the standard by which excellence in the industry is measured. It has delivered on the country’s most important oil & gas construction projects including Total’s Usan and Akpo fields, ExxonMobil’s Erha and MIPS projects, Chevron’s Agbami and Escarvos Gas Projects as well as Shell’s Bonga project. The company’s capability includes construction of FPSO topside process modules, offshore platforms, flares, bridges and has built several of the world’s largest deepwater SPM buoys. The company is focused on becoming an FPSO topside integration centre for the industry.

Nigerdock is committed to the highest safety standards in the industry and has defined and maintained Health, Safety and Environmental Manuals, Policies and Procedures for all of its operations. The company’s workforce is consistently trained in the safe working practices of their individual fields.

CONTRACTS MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Senior Commercial manager, the purpose of this role is to review corporate contracts and other business agreements, highlighting potential risks and ensuring that the terms are adhered to. And to assist the Senior Commercial Manager in producing commercial and costing reviews. The Contracts Manager will also collaborate closely with the Senior Commercial Manager and other professionals within the company to assure contract terms conform to industry practices

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
To assist in the commercial/contracts development and review of deal analysis, examining transaction terms and recommending the most profitable options to the senior management team
Prepare and submit Claims through to completion
To receive and process information, make decisions, solve problems and discuss issues with senior management when performing tasks
Prepares contract and commercial documents, reviews contractual drafts and final editions
To organize complex contractual and commercial documentation, write and edit contracts
To identify, analyse and develop responses to contractual and commercial risks
Provides advice on commercial and contractual claims . www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
To assist in the preparation and presentation of formal presentations to the board and clients
Involved in frequent interactions across the organization and making good use of organization skills
Have an understanding of the implications of health and safety regulations
Assist Senior Commercial Manager with monthly report

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Holds a four-year college degree in business management or a related discipline.  May consider experience in the Oil & Gas industry over degree qualifications
Worked within the Oil and Gas Industry for 15 years and be at the top of their game “need to hit the ground running”
Be commercially astute and able to demonstrate claims experience
Must be a member of a relevant recognized professional body
Overseas and/or Africa work experience
Oil & gas industry experience
Computer Literate – MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word
Familiar with EDMS – Team Binder or similar
Experience of working in multicultural environments
Effectively works under pressure in a team-oriented environment
Demonstrates the ability to meet deadlines and produce quality complex work
Must have strong communication skills in English, deductive reasoning ability and information ordering aptitude when performing duties

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British American Tobacco Job Vacancy, Tuesday 21, October 2014

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.

PROJECT MANAGER – BATN FOUNDATION

JOB PURPOSE
To work with the General Manager of BATN Foundation in conceptualizing, developing and implementing approved community development initiatives so as to achieve the objectives for which the Foundation was established which is to improve the living conditions of rural and urban dwellers in Nigeria.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Business:
Manage and direct all approved community development projects phases
Develop projects implementation plans and strategies
Manage project budget and controls expenses effectively
Track project against its schedule, budget and against objectives, reporting status to the General Manager on a regular basis
Develop project concept papers and project proposals
Initiate collaborative relationships with identified stakeholders and relevant organizations
Recommend new processes where needed to improve quality and reduce cost of project
Participate in and prepare Technical committee minutes and reports and circulate to all members
Develop and implement recovery plans for off-schedule and unanticipated occurrences
Assist in planning and organizing stakeholders engagements. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Meets financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing budgets, scheduling expenditures and initiating corrective actions
Meeting operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, maintaining networks and exploring opportunities for value adding collaborations
Manage, organize and update all relevant data and information
Adhere to procedures relating to the proper use and care of all office equipment and materials

People
Maintain strategic focus for projects with frequent interaction with all identified stakeholders to ensure a balance between the immediate project goals, needs and long term goals of the company
Lead project teams and facilitating the communication and interaction among all functional representatives
Provide effective and efficient support to the General Manager in ensuring day to day projects administration and management

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
5 – 6 Years experience in Agricultural based community developmental projects at State or National level.
M.Sc in Agricultural Economics desired but optional
Management, Coaching and Supervision Proficiency
Experience in developing Budgets and tracking budget expenses
Project planning and management
Knowledge of effective stakeholder management
Self-development and performance management
Fluent in spoken and written English and at least 1 native Nigerian language

TO APPLY
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.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

DUE DATE: 31 October, 2014

IBM Global Technology Services Job Opening, Tuesday 21, October 2014

IBM is a global technology and innovation company headquartered in Armonk, NY. It is the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 400,000 employees serving clients in 170 countries. IBM offers a wide range of technology and consulting services; a broad portfolio of middleware for collaboration, predictive analytics, software development and systems management; and the world’s most advanced servers and supercomputers. Utilizing its business consulting, technology and R&D expertise, IBM helps clients become “smarter” as the planet becomes more digitally interconnected. This includes working with organizations and governments to build systems that improve trafficcongestion, availability of clean water, and the health and safety of populations. IBM invests more than $6 billion a year in R&D, just completing its 18th year of patent leadership.

IBM Research has received recognition beyond any commercial technology research organization and is home to 5 Nobel Laureates, 9 US National Medals of Technology, 5 US National Medals of Science, 6 Turing Awards, and 10 Inductees in US Inventors Hall of Fame. The company was behind the inventions of the PC; SABRE travel reservation system; UPC codes, Watson, the Jeopardy!-playing computing system, and much more.

PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL

JOB DESCRIPTION
This job role requires strong skills and knowledge related to Facilities, Design and Construction market and projects in Africa. Responsible for developing a sustainable Sourcing strategy. Managing E2E Facility & Construction projects to ensure that Procurement can support IBM on the Africa Infra expansion. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com

In addition the role is responsible for supporting procurement activities such as business operations, policies and practices, global compliance, supplier contract development and negotiation in support of complex services engagements, and client services geo management. Responsibilities may include interfacing and supporting IBM’s country, regional and/or worldwide procurement teams and processes and supporting IBM strategic supply issues.

REQUIRED
Bachelor’s Degree
At least 5 years experience in Procurement Sourcing
At least 3 years experience in Project Management
Certified in Supply Chain Management
Certified in Project Management
English: Intermediate
French: Basic knowledge
Portuguese: Basic knowledge

PREFERRED
Master’s Degree in Engineering
At least 7 years experience in Procurement Sourcing
At least 5 years experience in Project Management
English : Fluent
French : Intermediate
Portuguese : Intermediate

TO APPLY
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.

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The U.S. Mission in Nigeria Vacancies, Tuesday 21, October 2014

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief. www.currentjob4naija.blospot.com

The Human Resources Office is responsible for providing a full range of personnel services for American and Locally Employed Staff (LES) members. The HRO is responsible for implementing HR policies and procedures for the American diplomatic Mission Nigeria. The HRO provides guidance on all HR related programs

BOAT MECHANIC FOREMAN

TELEPHONE TECHNICIAN

TO APPLY
Listed below are current job opportunities at the United States Embassy in Nigeria. Please click on the link to learn more about the specific opening. For more information about job opportunities, you may email the U.S. Embassy Human Resources Office at HRNigeria@state.gov (Please note that this address is only for inquiries about job opportunities.Questions about Consular or other issues will not receive a reply.)

BOAT MECHANIC FOREMAN – LAGOS (PDF 267KB)

TELEPHONE TECHNICIAN – LAGOS (PDF 178KB)

DUE DATE: 27 October, 2014

Mercy Corps Vacancy, Tuesday 21, October 2014

Mercy Corps, International Humanitarian Organisation is looking for candidates to fill in various positions under the Educating Nigerian Girls in New Enterprises (ENGINE) program. We are looking for motivated individuals, members of targeted community ready and willing to work in dynamic team.

KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
DUTY STATION: Abuja

The Knowledge Management and Communications Officer will provide leadership in all aspects of knowledge management, communications and learning. The KM&C Officer will report to the M&E Advisor and implement activities that ensure adherence to Mercy Corps’ and DFID standards, including the use of standardized indicators and documentation methodologies. S/he will support research efforts, communications, documenting project impacts, and coordinating with Mercy Corps’ partner staff.

REQUIREMENTS:
Postgraduate degree in development studies, Communications, social sciences, or relevant field, with a strong foundationin Knowledge Management, Communication and Research.
Minimum 3-5 years of KM work experience; ideal candidate will have both theoretical and practical background in KM, M&E and skilled in Communication methodologies and techniques.
Knowledge of program development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting.
Experience working under UK Department for International Development (DfID) grants or contracts.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Excellent computer skills, including experience with: Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SPSS
Familiarity and experience with education or school to work programming especially targeting marginalized girls or young women programs preferred.
Fluency in written and verbal English required. Hausa language skills desired.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit CV and Cover Letter, addressing the position requirements torecruitment.nigeria@ng.mercycorps.org

Applications submission DUE DATE: October 31, 2014.

All applications must include the position title (Knowledge Management and Communications Officer) in the subject line.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity organization and we encourage women to apply to these positions.

DUE DATE: 31 October, 2014

Action Against Hunger | ACF-International Job, Tuesday 21, October 2014

Action Against Hunger | ACF-International works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

BASE ADMIN ASSISTANT

SUMMARY OF KEY OBJECTIVES:
• Assist the Base Administrator in managing cash flow and accountancy of the base
• Assist the Base Administrator in checking compliance with purchasing procedures, respect of the supply chain guidelines and payment mode. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
• Assist the Base Administrator in managing the administrative document sorting, follow up and filings
• Assist the Base Administrator on HR & Administrative requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
• BSc. Accounting, Bachelor level degree in management, finance, or related field; MBA or similar higher degree a plus
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a finance and administration-related role.
• Professionalism
• Good organizer/planner
• Sense of confidentiality
• Sound Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Ability to manage and follow work plans
• Good interpersonal skills  (communication, able to negotiate, influence, give effective feedback, be a team player)
• Able to manage stress effectively, juggle competing priorities, balance various programmatic, logistic and team needs

PREFERRED
• Experience in a non-governmental organization
• Experience with donor-funded programs

TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV together with their Cover Letter as an email attachment to the following email address to: recruitment.ng@acf-international.org Applicants should indicate in the subject title of their forwarding mail, the title of the position they are applying for.

Note: Please do not attach your certificates to the application email. Any application received after Sunday, 26th October 2014 will not be considered.

DUE DATE: 26 October, 2014

CISCO Vacancies, Tuesday 1, April 2014

For years, Cisco’s vision has been to change the way the world works, lives, plays, and learns. Our vision is more relevant today than ever. We made the Internet what it is today. First, we focused on creating connectivity. Now, we’re entering the Internet of Everything transition—an era where we’ll help create unprecedented value by connecting the unconnected.

The Internet of Everything is a global industry phenomenon that is driving the biggest market transition for Cisco and our customers. This includes the intelligent connection of people, process, data, and things. It’s where everything is converged on the Internet, making networked connections more relevant and valuable than before.
To help us bring this vision to life, join us in our exciting journey

ACCOUNTS MANAGER – PUBLIC SECTOR
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
• Developing and executing sales strategies and tactics that maximize Cisco opportunities within the customer environment. Build executive relationships within client base – articulates Cisco product and business strategies, creates the demand and lead customer discussions to advance the sales process. Work independently to meet agreed targets and develop sales plans for the accounts in line with company strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develops and executes sales strategies and tactics that maximize Cisco opportunity within the customer environment. Run accounts such as Federal Government of Nigeria and its agencies
• Along with sales planning, this position is responsible for accurate forecasting.
• Direct customer contact comprises a major portion of this role
• Presents and leads customer discussions to advance the sales process.
• Responsible for motivating and developing the Systems Engineers, and Systems Engineering Manager.
• Defines, communicates and implements the Go to Market strategy for allocated segment – ensure that sales targets are met or exceeded in marketplace.
• Builds and leads a world-class team – hiring, training and development, coaching and performance management.
• Builds executive relationships within client base – articulates Cisco product and business strategies, creates the demand and leads customer discussions to advance the sales process.
• Ensures a high degree of Customer satisfaction with Cisco products and services
• Develops and delivers accurate revenue forecasts in line with business objectives. Interacts with other Cisco teams (AS, CA, Cisco Capital, Verticals), to effectively leverage the Cisco value proposition
• Applies knowledge/skill to a range of activities; acts as a source of expertise for others in own product/sales area.
• Proactively acts to understand client needs and identity solutions to non-standard tasks.
• Actively creates business opportunities. www.nigerianbestforum.com
• Works independently to meet agreed targets
• Develops sales plans for own accounts in line with company strategy,
• Influence management to achieve their sales goals

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Requires a minimum tertiary qualification in a technical discipline or equivalent
• 3-5 years sales experience in high growth Technology Company. www.nigerianbestforum.com
• Sales experience of the public sector environment, ideally proven track record of sales results with local government
• In-depth knowledge of the workings of the public sector
• Good Cisco product and solutions knowledge and experience
• Very patient – to cope with long lead cycles
• Ability to develop relationships within government

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Outstanding selling skills
• Self-starter – creating sales opportunities
• Multi-tasking ability
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong networking skills
• Influencing skills at senior government levels – existing PS relationships helpful
• Source of Cisco expertise for their clients
• Identify solutions for their clients – aligned with government strategic objectives
• Demonstrated competence in using a variety of selling techniques.
• Strong target orientation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Has developed expertise in own sales area
• Relationship management skills

CLICK HERE TO APPLY
 
DUE DATE: 11 April, 2014

Vacancies at Speakwell Consulting Limited, Tuesday 1, April 2014

Speakwell Consulting Limited – Our Client, a British Sixth Form College requires smart, passionate, customer-friendly, self- motivated, intelligent and experienced personnel for immediate engagement.

LITERATURE/PROSE & WRITING TUTOR (SW 18)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for instructing others about the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Assigns books and essays for students to read and teaches them how to identify themes, points of view, and other characteristics.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
First degree (2:1) in the required discipline.
Experience in teaching A’ Level or its equivalent is ESSENTIAL.
Knowledge of the British curriculum is essential.
Computer literate.
Fluency in spoken and written communication is essential.
3 years post NYSC experience in a similar position.
Foreign qualification is an added advantage.

OTHER ROLES TO BE PERFORMED INCLUDE:
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
Evaluate and grade students’ class work, assignments, and papers.
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate and/or graduate students on topics such as poetry, novel structure, and translation and adaptation.
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. www.currentjobs4naija.com
Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.

PSYCHOLOGY TUTOR (SW 17)
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Psychology Teacher is basically the one who is responsible for the formulation and the maintenance of the school and sight delegacy of the school programs and individuals. It will be the needed to take care of the interests of all the students in the high School.
The duty includes planning, enforcing, and carrying out activities, to meet the needs of the student body in relation to the school and community.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
First degree (2:1) in the required discipline.
Experience in teaching A’ Level or its equivalent is ESSENTIAL
Knowledge of the British curriculum is essential
Computer literate.
Fluency in spoken and written communication is essential.
3 years post NYSC experience in a similar position
Foreign qualification is an added advantage.

OTHER ROLES TO BE PERFORMED INCLUDE:
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
Evaluate and grade students’ class work, assignments, and papers.
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate and/or graduate students on topics such as poetry, novel structure, and translation and adaptation.
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.

TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: recruitment@speakwellconsulting.org OR info@speakwellconsulting.org
 
DUE DATE: 2 May, 2014