Jobs at Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NIRA), Thursday 12, December 2013

Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NIRA) is an independent not-for-profit, self regulatory and self governing organization founded on March 23, 2005 as a stakeholder-led organization, charged with the responsibility of managing the “ng” country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD) name space in the public interest of Nigeria and global internet community.

The Association seeks energetic and self motivated individuals to fill the following vacant position below:

HEAD, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
Reporting to: The COO, the Head, Finance and Administration

RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensuring compliance with generally acceptable accounting principles, practices, and procedures as well as
reporting in line with IFRS standards;
Effective management of the Association’s internal control system;
Coordinating the management and disbursement of funds to meet the Association’s expenses;
Working with the board and management team on the development, review and execution of annual financial
plan, budget and targets for the Association; www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com 

Advising the Board of Directors on all financial matters including budget implementation;
Overseeing the administration functions including but not limited to office purchase, record of assets, office and.
general maintenance, transport, logistics and passages; and
Preparing and presenting timely management account! financial reports to the Board, COO and management as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Finance, Accounting or business related discipline
ACA or ACCA is mandatory
At least 5 years relevant experience in financial management and administration.

HEAD BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Reporting to: The COO, the Head, Business Development

RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinating and managing all marketing related functions for the Association including but not limited to conferences and exhibitions, communications with NiRA publics, focal point for NiRA affiliated, local and
international bodies
Developing business plans in tandem with the Association’s strategic plan and for new market penetration;
Coordinating the business development team to pursue increased revenue for the achievement of association’s financial/business growth objectives;
Ensuring adequate management and maintenance of customer (Registrars) relationship;
Liaising with prospective clients to secure business deals; and
Identifying, evaluating, exploring and recommending business deals, options or investment for business growth.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related discipline
An MBA is desirable
At least 5 years experience in a similar role within the ICT industry
Proven track record of successfully pitching for new businesses
Membership of any relevant professional bodies

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO)

RESPONSIBILITIES
Serving as Secretary to the Executive Board of Directors (EBOD) and head of the secretariat of the Association
Implementing the resolutions of the EBOD and supervising staff of the Secretariat;
Overseeing the day to day running of the Associations secretariat, interacting with members, government, board of directors, board of trustees, registrars and affiliated organizations;
Implementing business objectives of the Association as it affects registrars and other stakeholders;
Managing financial activities of the Association as approved by the EBOD;www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Overseeing the business development and marketing activities of the Association;
Working in the development and implementation of the Associations short and long term goals; and
Ensuring compliance with the laws enabling NIRA.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related field; MBA is an added advantage.
At least 10 years experience in an ICT firm at an executive level.
Proven record of business development capabilities.
Good knowledge of ICANN policies and procedures.
Indepth knowledge of Domain Name System/Industry.
Membership of any relevant professional bodies.

TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: recruit@lohiconsult.ng indicating the position applied for as subject of email.

DUE DATE: 24 December, 2013

Vacancies at Novo Nordisk Middle Africa, Thursday 12, December 2013

Novo Nordisk Middle Africa unit covers approximately 800 million people across 48 countries. Novo Nordisk has an established presence with Human Insulin and Modern Insulin in Africa and our focus today is to sustain the growth of the market, ensure
availability of better quality Modern Insulin within the markets and support the communities living with diabetes. Novo Nordisk Nigeria is a part of Middle Africa unit and we are looking to expand our reach in the country. Novo Nordisk Nigeria is looking to fill the following positions:

SPE…T PRODUCT ADVISORS (MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES)

JOB DETAILS
Will be based in Cross Rivers, Enugu, Kogi, Kano, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Abuja, Kaduna, Akure reporting to the Sales Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Executing sales with an indispensable business ethical mind-set
Establishing a data base of HCPs and KOLs
One on one detailing to doctors & other HCPs
Organising continuing medical education (CME) sessions for HCPs
Securing sales and business growth in the territory
Securing public tenders. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Establishing a consultative relationship with customers
Obtaining, utilizing, and communicating market information effectively

QUALIFICATIONS 
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Biochemistry or Microbiology .
2 years’ experience in promoting pharmaceutical products
Pharmaceutical market knowledge
Professional sales qualification is an added advantage

SALES SUPERVISOR

JOB DETAILS
Will be based in Lagos. The Sales Supervisor position refers to a Field Sales Manager role reporting to the Regional Manager, Nigeria and is a part of the Nigeria Management Team as well as the extended Middle Africa Management Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Driving sales via the sales force with an indispensable business ethical mind-set
Development and implementation of annual national sales plan, detailing activities to follow during the fiscal year with focus on meeting organizational objectives
Actively pursuing commercial effectiveness approaches including segmentation and targeting in line with Novo Nordisk strategies
Effectively participating in managing the. sales budget in Nigeria and ensuring the delivery of all sales activities within the agreed budget
Working in collaboration with the direct reports to ensure full achievement of set financial targets
Execution of in-depth on the job training, mentoring, and coaching activities with the sales force
Analysing and interpreting market information to develop proactive ideas to overcome market challenges
Monitoring competitor activity. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Securing sales, public tenders, and overall, achieve business growth in the territory

QUALIFICATION: 
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Biochemistry or Microbiology
At least 1 year experience in management of a sales team as a Field Sales Manager
At least 4 years’ experience in promoting pharmaceutical products
Solid Nigerian Pharmaceutical market knowledge
Professional sales qualification is an added advantage
Fluency in written/spoken English

TO APPLY
The expected employment date is 1st February, 2014. Kindly indicate which location or locations you are applying for in the title of the application e-mail e.g. ‘Application for Medical Representative- Akure, Lagos, Kano. Applications which do not indicate the location preference, will not be taken into consideration.

If you think you have what it takes to join our winning team, please send your CV to Olatunbosun Odutayo at ooy@novonordisk.com no later than 24th December, 2013.

DUE DATE: 24 December, 2013