MTN NIGERIA – PROGRAMME MANAGER VACANCY, MONDAY 2, JANUARY 2012

JOB TITLE: PROGRAMME MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: Enterprise Solutions
LOCATION: Lagos

JOB DESCRIPTION:     
Provide professional inputs and advice to the Senior Manager ES Sales Operations in developing a sales strategy and plan.
Leadership of a professional project management team to meet targets for profitability and revenues, as agreed with the Senior Manager ES Sales Operations.
Implement best-in-class processes and procedures for effective day-to-day project management in support of enterprise solutions sales to corporate and SME customers.
Day-to-day operational responsibility for the end-to-end sales project management process, working with the relevant account managers to meet contractual agreements.
Agree a set of performance KPI targets and measures; regularly measure and report on sales project management performance against agreed targets.
Full integration of quality management processes within the ES Project Management Group and their effective deployment on a day-to-day basis.
Provide performance data to support management decision-making. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Ensure full compliance with telecommunications licence provisions, sector regulations and competition laws.
Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers.
Manage and monitor the implementation of all projects against the overall project plan. Determine staffing requirements for each project, and allocate available resources to various projects.
Manage, coordinate and monitor the implementation of all projects against the project plans.
Identify reasons for delays in projects and plan activities to overcome these.
Identify and respond to risks / escalated problems throughout the project cycle.
Ensure the performance of project team is up to the required standard during the implementation of the project plan
Manage Project team members optimally.
Compile and present project report for each and overall project and at required project milestones.
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JOB CONDITIONS:    
•Extended work hours which may include weekends
•Normal MTNN office environment
•Occasional travel required

REPORTING TO:     Senior Manager ES Sales Operations

REQUIRED SKILLS:
•First degree in Engineering or Information Systems
•Masters Degree with extensive experience
•MBA will be added advantage
•8 years applicable business experience including:
•Formal project management experience (with a proven track record) in a telecoms business environment.
•Project Management experience in service of CC & BS or ERP software suppliers an advantage
•ICT experience especially in Data Hosting, Collocation will be added advantage

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Permanent

QUALIFICATION:
•First degree in Engineering or Information Systems
•Masters Degree with extensive experience
•MBA will be added advantage

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FHI – COUNTRY DIRECTOR JOB VACANCY, MONDAY 2, JANUARY 2012

COUNTRY DIRECTOR, NIGERIA
LOCATION: Nigeria
REQ ID:    2313
DESCRIPTION
FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.   Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.  We seek qualified candidates for the position of Country Director, Nigeria.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
As Country Director
•Provides leadership, ensures quality and oversees all FHI 360 operations in the country and manages the FHI 360 portfolio.
•Manages the country office and sub offices (if applicable). Oversees all functions of these offices, including program, technical, finance, contracts and grants, and human resources, and ensures that they are consistent with FHI 360’s policies and procedures, and utilize relevant FHI 360 systems.
•Manages the FHI 360 country portfolio and provides operational support to all FHI 360 projects in the country.
•Provides operational support for global or regional projects in collaboration with PHP or research.
•Ensures that the FHI 360 country office has systems and access to skills to ensure the quality of the FHI 360 portfolio.
•Represents and has a broad understanding of FHI 360’s research and public health programs. www.nigerianbestforum.com
•For countries with multiple projects, serve as operations supervisor for all FHI 360 project directors in country ensuring projects are cost efficient; liaises with assigned technical supervisors to provide ongoing supervision and performance assessments for project directors and assigned staff.
•Develops and monitors the country-level strategic plan in support of FHI 360’s global strategic plan, and in collaboration with FHI 360’s External Relations group.
•As a member of FHI 360’s Global Operations Team, works closely with the Senior Director of Global Operations and representatives of the FHI 360 Public Health Program (PHP), Research, External Relations and Global Shared Services (GSS) groups to further FHI 360’s strategic objectives, and to access organizational resources in support of the country program.
•Represents FHI 360 with US and local government, donors, and partners; attends meetings and makes presentations on behalf of FHI 360 in the country.
•Leads business development and resource development efforts in country in close collaboration with PHP, Research and External Relations.
•Performs other duties assigned by the Senior Director, Global Operations.
As Project Director for specified projects
•Ensures the achievement of high quality results for which FHI 360 is responsible under agreement(s) with the donor(s).
•Ensures that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI 360 and donor policies and procedures.
•Ensures appropriate monitoring of programs, projects, and subprojects (as applicable) to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.
•Oversees production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to FHI 360, and donors as required.
•Ensures program quality according to FHI 360 standards including quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
BS/BA and 13-15 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 7-9 years of supervisory experience, overseas field experience required;
MS/MA and 11-13 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 7-9 years of supervisory experience, overseas field experience required;
PhD/MD and 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 7-9 years of supervisory experience, overseas field experience required.
Ability to travel within country or region and internationally if needed. www.nigerianbestforum.com

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DELOITTE CONSULTING JOB OPENING, MONDAY 2, JANUARY 2012

TRADE POLICY AND CAPACITY BUILDING MANAGER
Deloitte Consulting, LLP is an international firm that delivers results and creates lasting value. We work side-by-side with our clients to develop and implement innovative strategies and solutions.
In Nigeria, Deloitte is currently looking for a Trade Policy and Capacity Building Manager for an anticipated USAID project in trade and transport.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as the lead technical advisor on trade policy and capacity building; manage, design, and implement technical plans and procedures to achieve program tasks and objectives
Assist host country governments in implementing trade policy reforms—preferably in areas relating to trade facilitation and export development and promotion of agricultural products
Supervise teams of short- and long-term consultants. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Assist the project Chief of Party with administrative oversight of project staff and representing the project with stakeholders, government officials and donors. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com

QUALIFICATIONS
A Masters Degree in economics, business administration, marketing, or trade
Minimum of 10 years of experience working on trade issues in Nigeria
Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated experience in the use of training and information dissemination to transfer concepts and skills
Demonstrable experience in supervising teams of short- and long-term consultants to realize knowledge transfer in the public and private sectors

TO APPLY
Deloitte invites well-qualified candidates to apply for the following positions. Please submit a CV and cover letter to marili@deloitte.com
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31 January 2012

DIAGEO-SMIRNOFF VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, MONDAY 2, JANUARY 2012

JOB TITLE: BRAND MANAGER –SMIRNOFF
AUTOREQID: 30653BR
FUNCTION: Marketing / Innovation
TYPE OF JOB: Full Time
LEVEL: L5 (M1)
REPORTS TO: Marketing Manager, Spirits/RTD Diageo Brands Nigeria

PURPOSE:
To represent the Smirnoff Trademark, Smirnoff Vodka and Smirnoff Ice, and white spirits for Diageo Brands Nigeria.
Work closely with the General Manager DBN and Marketing Manager, Spirits & RTD to grow the portfolio opportunities for DBN.
To make Diageo Brands Nigeria the leading Premium Spirits Company in Nigeria in F12 and beyond.

CONTEXT/SCOPE
The Diageo Africa vision is to be the most celebrated business in every market it operates. This role is focused on Diageo Africa’s ambitions to step-change its growth and investment on Spirits in Nigeria.

QUALIFICATIONS
University degree in marketing / business or other related discipline preferred though not essential. Postgraduate Qualifications an advantage. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Proven and strong Brand and Trade marketing experience (5 years) of which there ideally should be min 1-2 years experience or working closely with key players in the Nightlife scene in Nigeria.

KEY EXPERIENCE
Experienced level on all Marketing Functional capabilities
Must have a thorough understanding of the Release segment and a thorough understanding of Nightlife and club culture in Nigeria.
An understanding of Luxury & Lifestyle brand marketing a distinct benefit
Prior experience of Digital Marketing (incl Social Media etc) an advantage www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com

BARRIERS TO SUCCESS IN ROLE
Inability to work in and influence across functional team
Lack of understanding & interest in the Release scene & Club Culture.
Inability to engage & work collaboratively with West Africa Spirits Team & Agency Partners.
Flexible Working options
Lagos based with some travels within/ outside Nigeria

DIMENSIONS:
a) Financial
Accountability for annual Volume, NSV and TP Targets (AOP) and achievement of Stand Performance.
Management and Accountability for implementation of A&P spend, Efficiencies and Evaluation across all Brand activities.
Maintains business critical controls & compliance documentation.
b) Leadership and Functional Responsibilities
Work with the DBN General Manager & Marketing Director, Nigeria to set the Nigeria F15 strategy on white spirits brands.
Manage the delivery of the AOP for Smirnoff (incl RTD) through excellent execution of GAME Plans & Activities.
Ensure close up front analysis with other African team members & WASp team on Release Segment insights & how to approach winning Segment leadership for DBN brands.
Should demonstrate the Diageo Leadership capabilities. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Should have a proven record of Consumer Insights, Commerciality and Excellence in Execution

TOP 3-5 ACCOUNTABILITIES
Assist and support the General Manager DBN and Marketing Manager Spirits to deliver the AOP (& overlay) growth aspirations in F12 & beyond.
Support Spirits Brand growth with Marketing Manager by implementing the code for growth for our Spirits Release brands – Smirnoff Trademark (incl. RTD) and J&B.
Develop & lead implementation of Smirnoff Ice & Vodka Game Plans in partnership with GNplc Customer Marketing team.
Develop the local Game Plan and lead the category in the JUBP process.

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HONEYGOLD GLOBAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES, MONDAY 2, JANUARY 2012

HoneyGold Global Resources wishes to invite competent media and graphics designers and web developers with good track record of performance and experience in web designs, print media designs, video editing, and video effect  design to apply for the following offers:

WEB AND PRINT GRAPHICS DESIGNER   (REF CODE: HGS4C001)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create design concepts for interfaces of project web portal
Create design concepts for prints
Photo editing and effect
Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layout for printers
Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material for print and web
Create concept design for souvenirs and brand gifts
Create all graphics collateral for project web portal
Create flash animations for project web portal

REQUIREMENTS:
Have minimum of OND in any relevant field.
Minimum of 1-2 years creative design experience.
Have excellent communication skills.
Possess ability to work in a team.
Have Knowledge of Photoshop/Fireworks/Corel Draw/Illustrator/Flash(knowledge of actionscript is an advantage).
Understanding of Photography and/or Videography (Basics) will be an advantage.
Understanding of Print Media also an advantage. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com

WEB EDITOR   (REF CODE: HGS4C002)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design back end structure for project web portal.
Update project web portal as the need arises
Develop modules and components for project web portal
Integrate web graphics from Graphics Team into project web portal
Develop new and creative ways to enhance the overall functionality of project web portal
Support the work of the Web/Media Team in loading and managing the content of project web portal and Intranet. This will include preparing new documents.
Using Dreamweaver or other web development packages, loading to project web portal and ensuring that content is loaded to meet publishing deadlines and is categorised appropriately within the category system.
Regular review will be required to ensure information is archived or updated. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Work on data conversion of new and existing content for project web portal
Administer project web portal including client support, monitoring of registration for email alerts and web server performance monitoring.
Work on the implementation of a content management system for project web portal

REQUIREMENTS:
Have minimum of OND in any relevant field.
Minimum of 1-2 years web development experience.
Have excellent communication skills.
Possess ability to work in a team.
Have knowledge of HTML/PHP/Javascript/Jquery/Dreamweaver
Can work under pressure and within a time frame
Have FTP and uploading experience.
Possess Working knowledge of Content Management Systems.
Possess Cpanel experience.

ANIMATOR   (REF CODE: HGS4C003)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design timed creative animations for TV and production
Support video team to design animated visual effects for video
Optimize animations for project web portal
Develop adverts for TV
Develop scenes and story board for animation

REQUIREMENTS:
Have minimum of OND in any relevant field.
Minimum of 2 years web development experience.
Have excellent communication skills.
Possess ability to work in a team.
Have knowledge of any 3D software/Adobe After effect
Has knowledge of integrating animated effects into real life videos
Can work under pressure and within a time frame
Possess knowledge of working with a story board
Knowledge of sound editing software is an advantage
VIDEO EDITOR   (REF CODE: HGS4C004)
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Edit videos for web optimization
Work with animation team to integrate animated effects into real life videos
Perform color correction and sound correction on videos
Upload videos to company online vault for project web portal use
Develop adverts for TV
Develop scenes and story board for video cut

REQUIREMENTS:
Have minimum of OND in any relevant field.
Minimum of 2 years web development experience.
Have excellent communication skills.
Possess ability to work in a team.
Have knowledge of any Adobe Premiere Pro/Adobe After effect
Can work under pressure and within a time frame
Possess knowledge of working with a story board
Knowledge of sound editing software. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Has knowledge of integrating animated effects into real life videos

TO APPLY:
Upload 3 of your best edited videos to youtube.com, and send their links along with a resume, and a cover letter indicating the desired position, to careers@honeygoldglobalng.com
Please indicate the position you are applying for and the ref number for ease of sorting.

CORNEA CONSULTING JOB, MONDAY 2, JANUARY 2012

KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER
She/he will be responsible for marketing, sales, and promotional activities. She/he shall establish marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives. Evaluate customer behaviour, market conditions, and competitor data and implement marketing plan changes as needed for all existing customer base.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Be responsible for order management, credit control etc.
Responsible for account revenue, P&L and revenue collection.
Territory management.
Marketing strategy and planning
Selling and new account development.
Account contacts/stakeholders management
Competition analysis
Responsible for timely forecasting account sales figures quarterly or annually.

QUALIFICATIONS
BSc in any engineering, marketing, business administration and related discipline
Minimum of 3 years B2B sales & account management experience.
Knowledge and experience in marketing research. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Experience in Business 2 Business Relationship Management and Business Development in the telecoms or related service industry.
Project management skills.
Highly motivated and resource

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and qualified candidates for the position should forward their CVs to careers@cornea-consulting.com stating the position applied for in the subject line of the mail.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th January 2012