International Centre for Migration Policy Development New Vacancy

The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD), an international organisation with its headquarters in Vienna, Austria, is looking for qualified candidates to fill the position of Project Manager/Team Leader for the project Support to Free Movement of Persons and Migration in West Africa (FMM West Africa). The Project Manager is based in Abuja and leads a team of five colleagues in the implementation of ICMPD’s components in the IOM-ICMPD-ILO joint ‘FMM West Africa’ project. FMM West Africa is a five year project that started in the summer of 2013 and is scheduled to end in spring 2018, with a likely prolongation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: National Finance Officer
Vacancy Reference: VA17P118V01
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Support to Free Movement of Persons and Migration in West Africa
(Maternity replacement)
Start date: Mid December 2017
Contract duration: 4 months Special Service Agreement
Job Description

• ICMPD, IOM and ILO constitute the consortium that is implementing the project Support to Free Movement of Persons and Migration in West Africa (FMM West Africa).


• The project aims to maximise the development potential of free movement of persons and migration in West Africa by supporting the effective implementation of the ECOWAS Free Movement of Persons’ protocols and the ECOWAS Common Approach on Migration.


• The Project Support Unit (PSU), which implements the Project, is based in Abuja.


• The National Finance Officer will form part of the PSU and work under the supervision of the Coordinator, to whom s/he will report.


• The National Finance Officer will support the implementation of ICMPD’s activities in the project and may need to travel in the ECOWAS region and Mauritania.

Duties and Responsibilities
The National Finance Officer will perform the following tasks:

• Ensure compliance with ICMPD and EU rules and regulations for financial management.


• Ensure procurement are rules followed as per donor and ICMPD requirements


• Support the maintenance of project accounts and financial project reporting of the ICMPD’s activities.


• Handle local cash, bank account and bank expenditures, make payments following standard workflow procedures and submit financial documents to the ICMPD Brussels Office (cash advance requests, procurement requests, travel requests, travel claims, expenditure reports, invoices etc.) through the Finance system (SAP).


• Reconcile the local bank account, and monitor receivables and payables.


• Monitor budget execution, propose reallocation of funds when necessary, and propose budget revision for submission to donors.


• Support the maintenance of financial project files and records, and archiving of finance related project documentation.


• Maintain project accounts and prepare financial reports on ICMPD’s activities.


• Manage the hard copies of project documentation, such as travel documentation.


• Verify supporting documentation attached to claims, invoices and requests for payment submitted by project partners, staff, consultants, suppliers and service providers, resolves queries with local suppliers.


• Prepare monthly field cash and bank reports and requests cash replenishment.


• Check the completeness of project financial documentation.


• Performs any other duties as required.

Essential Qualifications
Education:

• Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. An industry certification is considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum five years of experience in project accounting and/or finance in an international organisation.

Knowledge, skills, abilities:

• Knowledge of financial management and ERP-systems (SAP) is an advantage.


• Knowledge of Nigeria, ECOWAS and the region is an asset.


• Good organisational skills including managing conflicting priorities and working with tight deadlines.


• Ability to work effectively with colleagues from different cultural and professional backgrounds.


• Proficient in spoken and written English. Knowledge of French is an advantage.


• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, as well as in a team.


• Good computer skills, especially superior skills in the use of Microsoft Office Excel.


• Excellent communication skills, adaptability and flexibility.


• Good analytical and interpersonal skills.

ICMPD Core Values:

• Commitment, integrity, partnership, respect, and innovation in actions and decisions.

Remuneration

• The remuneration for this expert post is a monthly fee, based on qualifications and experience. Where duty travel is required within the assignment, a daily subsistence allowance (DSA) and travel costs are provided. Health coverage and a pension fund are the responsibility of the incumbent.

Remuneration
ICMPD offers a competitive salary commensurate with the successful applicant’s experience and education.

 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply

Click here for more information (PDF)

Application Procedure

• Candidates will first need to register with the ICMPD website. Once the relevant data has been entered, candidates will be able to apply for vacancies.


• Please note that in the course of the online application, the motivation letter and personal CV must be uploaded in the EuropeAid format in English. The template is available for download at http://www.icmpd.org/work-for-us/
  


• All applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in this vacancy announcement. Applications received after the published deadline, and offline applications submitted via email, fax or post, will not be considered.


• Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


• Written tests and Interviews are planned to take place in the 2nd week of December 2017. Applicants are expected to be available during this period for a personal interview in Abuja, or if personal circumstances do not permit travelling, for an interview over skype.


• ICMPD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer a contract with a modified job description or for a different duration, or to offer a contract at a lower grade.


• ICMPD is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity.

Application Deadline   8th December, 2017.

International Centre for Migration Policy Development New Vacancy

Cooperazione Internazionale New Recruitment [6 Positions]

COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale, is a humanitarian, non-confessional and independent organization founded in 1965 in Milan, Italy. For more than 50 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Protection Project Manager, Unicef
Location: Potiskum, Yobe
Scope of the Vacancy

• The Project Manager is responsible for the overall activities’ planning, execution and reporting of his/her projects.


• He/she is directly assigned to, and responsible of the supervision of all logistics, HR, financial and overall functioning aspects for his projects.

Main Duties / Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Head of base and in link with the Program Coordinator, he/she:

• Designs the detailed work plan in line with the project guidelines and description, guaranteeing the smooth implementation of all the activities on-time, on-quality and on-budget;


• In cooperation and synergy with the project staff, plans and monitors the activities’ progress, in compliance with the contract signed with the donor, with donor’s and COOPI’s procedures, and with the specific Project Structure and Reporting Lines definition, making use of the financial instruments provided by the organization;


• In collaboration with the Administrative and the Logistics team, plans and monitors the expenditures in line with the project’s implementation needs;


• In cooperation with the Program Coordinator, finalizes the data provided by the Child Protection Officer, supports the preparation, in compliance with the deadlines, of the narrative reports expected by the donors and by the partners;


• Coordinates the overall project: supervises the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the staff; monitors the accuracy and efficiency of the case management activities; in collaboration with the Child Protection Officer, deals with possible cases which cannot be addressed by the available and ongoing referral network;


• Contributes in consolidating the case management referral network by establishing proficient collaboration with the partners working in the targeted areas and actively suggesting gaps and recommendations to the supervisors;


• Contributes and approves the line of training designed by the Child Protection Officer;


• Represents COOPI with the local / State authorities and partners (SEMA, MSWSD, MYASD, NGOs and UN agencies at local level Protection Working Group meetings);


• In collaboration with the Program Coordinator and head of base, prepares all the formal communication and contract modification requests (ex. budget modification) of the project;


• Manages the goods purchased for the project; for all goods purchased by the project, support updates of the inventory and guarantee the respect of the policies and guidelines, in cooperation with the Logistics Office;


• In collaboration with the Program Coordinator and in synergy with the specific reporting lines of the projects, promotes and manages relations with the local government institutions, NGOs, and other local partners available in the area;


• Executes any other task necessary to good and timely completion of the projects, identified in mutual agreement.


• In coordination with the Administrative team, supports in hiring of new staff directly related to the project and conducts staff appraisals Upholds COOPI’s mission and Charter of Values;


• Follows and enforces all COOPI codes of conduct and policies (globally and in-country);


• Performs any other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Minimum Requirements (Education, Training, Competences, Skills)

• Master’s degree in Education, Legal Studies, Sociology, Political Science and /or Humanities or any related field.


• At least 3 years of working experience in/with INGO on Protection area


• Proven interest & commitment to humanitarian and development principles and a demonstrable understanding of conflict/post conflict development contexts


• Experience in data collection, analysis, and report writing


• Excellent in English (oral and written)


• Experience in designing and conducting training in INEE and Child Protection issues especially in the areas of human rights, gender, capacity building, added advantage, SGBV


• Ability to plan, organize work, communicate and reports effectively (both in writing and verbally)


• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines


• team player, effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative and analytical thinker, active learner, able to work in a multicultural environment


• Excellent communication skills, calm, with a good sense of humour


• Proven commitment to accountability practices


• Ability to function effectively under stressful conditions such as heavy workloads, and deadlines.


• Excellent Microsoft Office applications skills (Excel, Word, Power point, Emails, Skype, Web researchers)


• Knowledge of and adherence to COOPI Code of Conduct, understands other international development guidelines

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

Application Deadline   4th December, 2017.

 

 

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Nigeria
Role Purpose

• He/she is responsible for the country’s logistics and security.


• He/she ensures the coordination and management of all aspects related to the country’s logistics and particularly: purchase procedures, goods/services supply, the transport systems and the technical organization of the work of all COOPI’s field offices in the country, in accordance with what is defined by the procedures.


• As well as this, under the supervision and in coordination with the Head of Mission and in close collaboration with the HQ, he/she is responsible for the security aspects of the mission

Responsibilities
Country Logistics Coordination:

• He/she coordinates the country logistics function, both at Country Coordination level and at field office level.


• He/she ensures that the logistics works correctly in qualitative and quantitative terms, at all different levels and in compliance with the procedures.

Purchases Management:

• He/she ensures the correct application of the procedures – COOPI and the donors’ – related to goods and services’ purchases (including planning and necessary documents); he/she follows the suppliers performance in compliance with COOPI’s standards.


• He/she ensures that the selection process for goods and services and the contracts assignment (calls for tenders) occur in a transparent and coherent way.

Vehicles and Machines Management:

• In collaboration with the supervised staff, he/she ensures the machines/vehicles’ utilization planning.


• He/she ensures that vehicles’ maintenance and repair are carried out and that all monitoring reports and regular checks are correctly performed.


• He/she ensures that, relatively to the use of vehicles and machines, the organization’s procedures and the country’s rules are followed.

Goods and Stock Management:

• He/she ensures that all goods are included in the inventory, and controlled when entering and exiting the storage space.


• He/she ensures the stock monitoring and the use of instruments for report writing; He/she monitors the correct goods’ use and conservation.


• He/she ensures that the correct maintenance of the immovable goods is performed and that the country is provided with rules for correctly making use of these goods.

Staff Management:

• He/she coordinates, supervises and evaluates the logistical staff work.


• He/she ensures the training of the country’s logistical staff.

Logistics Reports:

• He/she ensures that all logistic-related reports are produced according to what is stated by the COOPI’s procedures and the Country Regulation (vehicles and goods’ management, supplies, purchases, storage space, staff reports etc.)

Institutional Relations:

• Upon delegation by the Head of Mission, he/she represents the organization at all logistical clusters and at security coordination meetings

Security:

• He/she is responsible for the application, the update and the dissemination of the country security regulation at central and field level.


• He/she is responsible for conducting security and risk assessment in COOPI areas of intervention, participating to security meeting at central level.


• He/she is responsible for all goods and organization’s properties security; he/she cooperates and supports the Head of Mission/Area Coordinator about the expatriate and local staff security.

Requirements/Profile

• A Degree in Logistics, Engineering, Business, or related field


• Minimum 3 years experience in the humanitarian field as logistics coordinator or in a similar position. Demonstrated experience in procurement, distribution, stock management, fleet management, communications, and security.


• Experience of working within an insecure environment with responsibility for security planning, monitoring and management.


• Strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills;


• Strong supervisory abilities, and demonstrated capacity of teamwork and of coordination with the relevant actors;


• Very good inter-personal and writing communication skills;


• Ability to organize work efficiently and deliver assignments in a timely manner often under time constraints;


• Proficiency in written and spoken English;


• Computer literacy, with high proficiency in the use of standard office software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint);


• Valid driving license.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

Application Deadline   4th December, 2017.

 

Job Title: Programme Coordinator
Location: North East (Maiduguri) with frequent travel to Yobe state and when necessary Abuja
Context and Background

• Since the declaration of state of emergency in the Nigerian federal States of Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa, the escalation of the Boko Haram insurgency has led to multiple displacement crises, with communities fleeing their area of origin to take refuge in camps or host communities.


• In 2014 there was a substantial increase in violence related to Boko Haram and the counter insurgency operations, consequently creating acute and largely unmet humanitarian needs, as IDPs are cut off from their homes and livelihoods, basic services, kinship and social ties. In September 2014, COOPI began operating in north eastern Nigeria in response to the humanitarian crisis caused by the insurgency, established its operation in Bauchi State and later expanded to Yobe State considering the heightened presence of IDPs in the LGAs of Fika, Damaturu, Potiskum, Geidam and Yunusari.


• The Programme Coordinator (PC) is the focal point of COOPI’s program in the North East of Nigeria. In consultation with the Head of Mission, he/she formulates the strategy for the Nigerian mission and ensures it implementation in accordance with COOPI policies, donor expectation, local and international legislation. He/she coordinates and evaluates all aspects of the COOPI projects, and facilitates the flow of information from the field to the capital. The Programme Coordinator also plays a strategic role for COOPI’s external relationships, liaising with donors and stakeholders in collaboration with the HoM.

Specifically, he/she:
Coordinates and supervises the program country strategy implementation:

• Contributing to the design and update of the country strategy by providing inputs to the Head of Mission.


• Visiting COOPI field activities regularly and reporting on problems, challenges and obstacles while building an intimate knowledge of fieldwork realities


• Ensuring the monitoring and evaluation of the program including the identification of needs and gaps


• Monitoring and reviewing the security status of the area(s) of operation on a regular basis, liaising as applicable with local authorities, other NGOs, the UN or other relevant security bodies and keeping the Head of Mission updated on relevant developments.

Coordinates the overall implementation of the projects:

• Ensuring objectives are met within the required time frame and budget and according to COOPI and donors’ procedures


• Taking preventative and corrective action when necessary.


• Ensuring the overall planning and follow-up of technical reporting for donors, authorities and internal requirements in coordination with the support departments.


• Ensuring synergy between Technical and Support services


• Ensuring the implementation of recommendations resulting from internal audit, experts’ field visits, HQ advisors etc.


• Piloting the internal quality control, by promoting monitoring mechanisms (ex: self-evaluation tool), facilitating internal control and external evaluations

Represents and liaises for operational strategy and program to donors, authorities, UN, NGOs in link with the head of Mission:

• Developing and maintaining relationships with relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials, donors, UN agencies and other NGOs) and representing COOPI at relevant state level meetings (e.g. state and local government, sector-coordination and security) in order to facilitate and ensure cooperation and partnerships.


• Strengthening field and capital level information-sharing with IOs, NGOs and Government


• Contributing to the identification of potential funding opportunities

Analyzes Humanitarian needs and response:

• Collecting, summarizing and analyzing information from external sources and from technical advisors for future opportunities


• Supporting the project team for proposals writing (narrative and financial) to address the identified needs.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of work experience in project formulation, implementation and coordination in the humanitarian context with International NGOs


• Experience in working with different Donors (ECHO, USAID, UN agencies etc.)


• Strong managerial skills.


• Good knowledge of humanitarian standard and background (ex. Sphere standard)


• Good report writing skills;


• Good knowledge and use of the English Language;


• Proactive aptitude in terms of planning and coordination with different bodies, institutions and Reference Points;


• Target oriented and problem-solving aptitude;


• Good leadership skills, aimed at managing and motivating a team;


• Positive ability to bear stressful and complicated situations;


• Diplomatic and confidentiality skills;


• Advanced IT skills


• Previous experience in the Region is an asset.


• University degree relevant subject (post graduate degree required).

Conditions

• This is a Non-Family Duty post.


• Salary and other conditions are based on COOPI’s salary grid.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

Application Deadline   4th December, 2017.

Cooperazione Internazionale New Recruitment [6 Positions]

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Ongoing Recruitment [5 Positions]

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc has been a part of the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad. Our global vision is to be a leading foods company in Africa providing high quality and affordable products in the most convenient ways to consumers through world class brands like Golden Penny Flour, Golden Penny Semovita, Goldenvita, Golden Pasta and Golden Noodles. The Company’s flagship brand, Golden Penny, remains one of the best known and the preferred brands amongst bakers, confectioneries and consumers in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant positions below:

Job Title: Farm Accountant
Location: Nigeria
The Job

• Responsible for farms financial data inputs,


• Ensures inventory are properly booked


• Ensures farms assets are properly booked.


• Proper reconciliation of banks.


• Ensure proper processes of bills payable


• Responsible for month end stock count


• Assist in budget preparation and controls

The Person

• Good leadership and people management skills


• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including Mathematics and English


• First degree in  Finance related discipline


• ACA

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in related industry.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Instrumentation Technician
Location: Nigeria
The Job

• Carry out daily, weekly & monthly maintenance work for all process Instrumentation, Controls & Automation system


• Calibrate, adjust and maintain components and instruments according to manufactural specifications


• Use pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect and test instrument, operate the system and diagnose faults


• Install and maintain instrument and automation components of new or existing plant equipment and processes

Qualifications

• OND/Trade Test III


• 5 O’ level credits in not more than 2 sittings

Experience:

• Minimum of  2 years industrial experience

The Person:

• Must be physically fit


• Ability to work safely and professionally with instruments installed in the refinery


• Ability to work under pressure and against tight deadlines

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Store Keeper
Location: Niger
The Job

• Receive all stock into the store and tag as appropriate


• Keep detailed and accurate record of issued stock


• Keep records of all stocks going through the store


• Identify slow moving items for necessary action


• Ensure proper loading and offloading of farm produce and other items


• Ensure reorder level is maintained at all times
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including mathematics and English


• OND in Purchasing & Supply/ Stores Management

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in finished goods, engineering, packaging and general store

The Person:

• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Store Keeper
Location: Edo
The Job

• Receive all stock into the store and tag as appropriate


• Keep detailed and accurate record of issued stock


• Keep records of all stocks going through the store


• Identify slow moving items for necessary action


• Ensure proper loading and offloading of farm produce and other items


• Ensure reorder level is maintained at all times
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including mathematics and English


• OND in Purchasing & Supply/ Stores Management

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in finished goods, engineering, packaging and general store

The Person:

• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Store Keeper
Location: Ogun
The Job

• Receive all stock into the store and tag as appropriate


• Keep detailed and accurate record of issued stock


• Keep records of all stocks going through the store


• Identify slow moving items for necessary action


• Ensure proper loading and offloading of farm produce and other items


• Ensure reorder level is maintained at all times
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including mathematics and English


• OND in Purchasing & Supply/ Stores Management

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in finished goods, engineering, packaging and general store

The Person:

• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Ongoing Recruitment [5 Positions]

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Ongoing Recruitment

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc has been a part of the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad. Our global vision is to be a leading foods company in Africa providing high quality and affordable products in the most convenient ways to consumers through world class brands like Golden Penny Flour, Golden Penny Semovita, Goldenvita, Golden Pasta and Golden Noodles. The Company’s flagship brand, Golden Penny, remains one of the best known and the preferred brands amongst bakers, confectioneries and consumers in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant positions below:

Job Title: Farm Accountant
Location: Nigeria
The Job

• Responsible for farms financial data inputs,


• Ensures inventory are properly booked


• Ensures farms assets are properly booked.


• Proper reconciliation of banks.


• Ensure proper processes of bills payable


• Responsible for month end stock count


• Assist in budget preparation and controls

The Person

• Good leadership and people management skills


• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including Mathematics and English


• First degree in  Finance related discipline


• ACA

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in related industry.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Instrumentation Technician
Location: Nigeria
The Job

• Carry out daily, weekly & monthly maintenance work for all process Instrumentation, Controls & Automation system


• Calibrate, adjust and maintain components and instruments according to manufactural specifications


• Use pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect and test instrument, operate the system and diagnose faults


• Install and maintain instrument and automation components of new or existing plant equipment and processes

Qualifications

• OND/Trade Test III


• 5 O’ level credits in not more than 2 sittings

Experience:

• Minimum of  2 years industrial experience

The Person:

• Must be physically fit


• Ability to work safely and professionally with instruments installed in the refinery


• Ability to work under pressure and against tight deadlines

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Store Keeper
Location: Niger
The Job

• Receive all stock into the store and tag as appropriate


• Keep detailed and accurate record of issued stock


• Keep records of all stocks going through the store


• Identify slow moving items for necessary action


• Ensure proper loading and offloading of farm produce and other items


• Ensure reorder level is maintained at all times
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including mathematics and English


• OND in Purchasing & Supply/ Stores Management

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in finished goods, engineering, packaging and general store

The Person:

• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Store Keeper
Location: Edo
The Job

• Receive all stock into the store and tag as appropriate


• Keep detailed and accurate record of issued stock


• Keep records of all stocks going through the store


• Identify slow moving items for necessary action


• Ensure proper loading and offloading of farm produce and other items


• Ensure reorder level is maintained at all times
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including mathematics and English


• OND in Purchasing & Supply/ Stores Management

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in finished goods, engineering, packaging and general store

The Person:

• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Store Keeper
Location: Ogun
The Job

• Receive all stock into the store and tag as appropriate


• Keep detailed and accurate record of issued stock


• Keep records of all stocks going through the store


• Identify slow moving items for necessary action


• Ensure proper loading and offloading of farm produce and other items


• Ensure reorder level is maintained at all times
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 O-Levels credits including mathematics and English


• OND in Purchasing & Supply/ Stores Management

Experience:

• 4 years cognate experience in finished goods, engineering, packaging and general store

The Person:

• Good communication skills


• Problem solving skills


• High numerical and analytical skills


• Team orientated and results focused


• Knowledge of ERP/IT

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Ongoing Recruitment

GAC Nigeria New Job Position

GAC Nigeria, the leading shipping, logistics and offshore services provider in West Africa, is looking for a General Manager – Liner who will be responsible for all liner activities and development of GAC in Nigeria. The successful candidate will be part of the Management team for the GAC Nigeria group of companies.

Job Title: General Manager – Liner
Accountabilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations and support for Sales, Customer Service, and Operations departments.


• Prepare sales budgets with the principal(s) and measure performance-based KPIs provided by the principal(s).


• Develop and implement local KPIs (GAC TIME).


• Ensure relevant SOPs, both principal and internal, are developed and implemented.


• Prepare and share timely and accurate reports.


• Prepare local budget for liner activity and ensure revenue and expenditure targets are attained through robust budget management.


• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to refine systems, workflows and procedures to optimise cost and increase controls.


• Develop and embed a performance management culture and manage talent, succession planning, and continual professional development of the liner team.


• Develop and maintain customer relationships and a good understanding of the market.


• Maintain good and active relationship with principal(s).


• Maintain good relationship with local authorities relevant to liner principal(s)


• Ensure regular filing and archiving of all liner related document in line with statutory requirements.


• Implement, maintain and regularly review GAC Compliance and HSSE guidelines.


• Perform vendor and procurement management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience of working in Nigeria or West Africa (or similar locations) is an added advantage.


• University graduate, preferably a degree related to Transportation, Shipping or Logistics


• Knowledgeable in liner shipping and logistics.


• In-depth knowledge of liner industry & processes.


• At least 10 years’ relevant and related experience


• Fluency in both written and verbal English communication.


• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.


• Comfortable in handling multiple reporting lines.


• Ability to work independently and as part of the team.


• Effective negotiation.


• Assertive personality.


• Proactive.


• Hands-on.


• Organised and detail-oriented.


• Has high-level of integrity.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to Apply

Note:
If you apply for this vacancy and do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider that you have not been shortlisted for the role.

GAC Nigeria New Job Position

General Manager – Liner at GAC Nigeria, Monday 27, November 2017

GAC Nigeria has been providing a range of shipping, logistics and marine services at the country’s ports, as well as at oil and gas installations both onshore and offshore Nigeria. We also supply qualified Nigerian crew to the marine industry through GAC Manning Services (Nigeria) Ltd.

GENERAL MANAGER – LINER

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a General Manager – Liner who will be responsible for all liner activities and development of GAC in Nigeria. The successful candidate will be part of the Management team for the GAC Nigeria group of companies.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Manage day-to-day operations and support for Sales, Customer Service, and Operations departments.

Prepare sales budgets with the principal(s) and measure performance-based KPIs provided by the principal(s).

Develop and implement local KPIs (GAC TIME).

Ensure relevant SOPs, both principal and internal, are developed and implemented.

Prepare and share timely and accurate reports.

Prepare local budget for liner activity and ensure revenue and expenditure targets are attained through robust budget management.

Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to refine systems, workflows and procedures to optimise cost and increase controls.

Develop and embed a performance management culture and manage talent, succession planning, and continual professional development of the liner team.

Develop and maintain customer relationships and a good understanding of the market.

Maintain good and active relationship with principal(s).

Maintain good relationship with local authorities relevant to liner principal(s)

Ensure regular filing and archiving of all liner related document in line with statutory requirements.

Implement, maintain and regularly review GAC Compliance and HSSE guidelines.

Perform vendor and procurement management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Experience of working in Nigeria or West Africa (or similar locations) is an added advantage.

University graduate, preferably a degree related to Transportation, Shipping or Logistics

Knowledgeable in liner shipping and logistics.

In-depth knowledge of liner industry & processes.

At least 10 years’ relevant and related experience

Fluency in both written and verbal English communication.

Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.

Comfortable in handling multiple reporting lines.

Ability to work independently and as part of the team.

Effective negotiation.

Assertive personality.

Proactive.

Hands-on.

Organised and detail-oriented.

Has high-level of integrity.

TO APPLY

If you apply for this vacancy and do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider that you have not been shortlisted for the role.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

General Manager – Liner at GAC Nigeria, Monday 27, November 2017

Quadrant Network Services Limited Job Vacancies [2 Positions]

eRecruiter-Quadrant Network Services Limited, a subsidiary of Quadrant GROUP- is an investment development / business intelligence firm strategically positioned to grow the wealth of our investors with open seed capital options that inspire customers, extend capabilities and advance businesses with state of the art technology for fast, effective and reliable solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Marketing Officer
Location: Nationwide
Primary Objective of the Role

• To drive the sales of company’s product and services.


• To support the organisation’s marketing activities and campaigns.


• To contribute to the process of adding value to the business.


• To strive towards targets achievement.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Sales and Marketing


• Product Awareness/Promotion


• Customer Relationship

Duties and Responsibilities
Sales and Marketing:

• Support the Head of Marketing in the planning and implementation of marketing strategies.


• Contribute to the achievement of the department’s goals and target.


• Organise and attend marketing activities, exhibitions or PR events to raise brand awareness.


• Support the marketing manager in overseeing the department’s operations


• Support the planning and attend  marketing activities or PR events to raise brand awareness.


• Contribute to the planning of advertising and promotional campaigns for products or services on a variety of media i.e. social, print etc.


• Prepare content for the publication of marketing material and distribute to the target market.

Product Awareness/Promotion:

• Participate in marketing company’s products to potential customers


• Contribute to the promotion of the company’s products and services such as Cryptocurrency, Swissgolden and Binary Options Trading to enhance product awareness.


• Follow up on the opening of new client accounts and process necessary documentations


• Maintain detailed knowledge of the company’s product and services.

Customer Relationship:

• Provide assistance to customers through face to face contact, live chat, telephone or email correspondence.


• Adequately handle clients’ complaints and provide resolutions.


• Work with the Customer Service Team to ensure the Know Your Customers (KYC) procedures are adhered to.


• Provide assistance to customers through face to face contact, live chat, telephone or email correspondence.


• Build and foster a sustainable customer relationship with new and existing clients to enhance customer retention.


• Discuss assigned client’s account with them, answer questions or arrange meetings as necessary.


• Attend to and provide answers to customers on investment options enquiries and queries through face to face contact, email or phone.


• Follow up on client requests such as payments, withdrawals, status, documentations.


• Access customers’ details on the system to provide requested information.


• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Individual target achievement.


• Increase in sales revenue growth


• Number of positive leads


• Return on investment on marketing cost – advertisement, promotions, running cost.


• Rate of customer withdrawal or termination of investment.


• Cost per customer acquisition


• Prompt response time to client request


• Professional detailing of products and services to satisfy the customer.

Requirements
Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Management, Business Administration, Arts, Finance or other relevant fields of study.

Relevant Experience:

• A minimum of 2 – 4 years relevant experience in a marketing or sales role. Previous experience in a financial or investment institution is an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications:

• Professional Certification in Marketing, Management, Administration, NIMN or any equivalent certification.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Personal Assistant (PA)
Location: Nationwide
Primary Objective of the Role

• The role holder will perform a wide variety of detailed administrative and executive support of daily operational functions to the CEO, assisting with responsibilities to the management team and team members

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain diaries, screen phone calls, inquiries & requests


• Plan and maintain office systems, to include data management and filing


• Take, transcribe and produce minute of meetings


• Responsible for keeping all corporate documents for the CEO


• Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings & ensure notice goes out to all attendees.


• Manage emails correspondence, tracking important reports from management team to the CEO


• Provide administrative support of daily business operational functions


• Plan and organize personal and confidential tasks


• Coordinate and assist all levels of staff


• Streamline processes for improved efficiency

Requirements
Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related area (Second Class Upper Minimum).

Relevant Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years PA/Secretarial experience (Post NYSC).

Other Requirements:

• Good computer skills, speed and accuracy essential (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint)


• Meticulous attention to detail


• Excellent verbal and written communication is necessary


• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work assignments


• Outstanding problem-solving skills


• Critical thinking skills and the ability to make independent decisions & exercise good judgment


• Eager to take initiative and assist wherever needed


• Preferably Female

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply for this Position

Quadrant Network Services Limited Job Vacancies [2 Positions]

Cooperazione Internazionale New Positions [3 Positions]

COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale, is a humanitarian, non-confessional and independent organization founded in 1965 in Milan, Italy. For more than 50 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Programme Coordinator
Location: North East (Maiduguri) with frequent travel to Yobe state and when necessary Abuja

Context and Background

• Since the declaration of state of emergency in the Nigerian federal States of Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa, the escalation of the Boko Haram insurgency has led to multiple displacement crises, with communities fleeing their area of origin to take refuge in camps or host communities.


• In 2014 there was a substantial increase in violence related to Boko Haram and the counter insurgency operations, consequently creating acute and largely unmet humanitarian needs, as IDPs are cut off from their homes and livelihoods, basic services, kinship and social ties. In September 2014, COOPI began operating in north eastern Nigeria in response to the humanitarian crisis caused by the insurgency, established its operation in Bauchi State and later expanded to Yobe State considering the heightened presence of IDPs in the LGAs of Fika, Damaturu, Potiskum, Geidam and Yunusari.


• The Programme Coordinator (PC) is the focal point of COOPI’s program in the North East of Nigeria. In consultation with the Head of Mission, he/she formulates the strategy for the Nigerian mission and ensures it implementation in accordance with COOPI policies, donor expectation, local and international legislation. He/she coordinates and evaluates all aspects of the COOPI projects, and facilitates the flow of information from the field to the capital. The Programme Coordinator also plays a strategic role for COOPI’s external relationships, liaising with donors and stakeholders in collaboration with the HoM.

Specifically, he/she:
Coordinates and supervises the program country strategy implementation:

• Contributing to the design and update of the country strategy by providing inputs to the Head of Mission.


• Ensuring the monitoring and evaluation of the program including the identification of needs and gaps


• Visiting COOPI field activities regularly and reporting on problems, challenges and obstacles while building an intimate knowledge of fieldwork realities


• Monitoring and reviewing the security status of the area(s) of operation on a regular basis, liaising as applicable with local authorities, other NGOs, the UN or other relevant security bodies and keeping the Head of Mission updated on relevant developments.

Coordinates the overall implementation of the projects:

• Ensuring objectives are met within the required time frame and budget and according to COOPI and donors’ procedures


• Ensuring synergy between Technical and Support services


• Ensuring the implementation of recommendations resulting from internal audit, experts’ field visits, HQ advisors etc.


• Taking preventative and corrective action when necessary.


• Ensuring the overall planning and follow-up of technical reporting for donors, authorities and internal requirements in coordination with the support departments.


• Piloting the internal quality control, by promoting monitoring mechanisms (ex: self-evaluation tool), facilitating internal control and external evaluations

Represents and liaises for operational strategy and program to donors, authorities, UN, NGOs in link with the head of Mission:

• Developing and maintaining relationships with relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials, donors, UN agencies and other NGOs) and representing COOPI at relevant state level meetings (e.g. state and local government, sector-coordination and security) in order to facilitate and ensure cooperation and partnerships.


• Strengthening field and capital level information-sharing with IOs, NGOs and Government


• Contributing to the identification of potential funding opportunities

Analyzes Humanitarian needs and response:

• Collecting, summarizing and analyzing information from external sources and from technical advisors for future opportunities


• Supporting the project team for proposals writing (narrative and financial) to address the identified needs.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of work experience in project formulation, implementation and coordination in the humanitarian context with International NGOs


• Experience in working with different Donors (ECHO, USAID, UN agencies etc.)


• Good leadership skills, aimed at managing and motivating a team;


• Positive ability to bear stressful and complicated situations;


• Strong managerial skills.


• Good knowledge of humanitarian standard and background (ex. Sphere standard)


• Good report writing skills;


• Good knowledge and use of the English Language;


• Proactive aptitude in terms of planning and coordination with different bodies, institutions and Reference Points;


• Target oriented and problem-solving aptitude;


• Diplomatic and confidentiality skills;


• Advanced IT skills


• Previous experience in the Region is an asset.


• University degree relevant subject (post graduate degree required).

Conditions

• This is a Non-Family Duty post.


• Salary and other conditions are based on COOPI’s salary grid.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to Apply for this Position

Application Deadline  30th November, 2017.

 

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Nigeria
Role Purpose

• He/she is responsible for the country’s logistics and security.


• He/she ensures the coordination and management of all aspects related to the country’s logistics and particularly: purchase procedures, goods/services supply, the transport systems and the technical organization of the work of all COOPI’s field offices in the country, in accordance with what is defined by the procedures.


• As well as this, under the supervision and in coordination with the Head of Mission and in close collaboration with the HQ, he/she is responsible for the security aspects of the mission

Responsibilities
Country Logistics coordination:

• He/she coordinates the country logistics function, both at Country Coordination level and at field office level.


• He/she ensures that the logistics works correctly in qualitative and quantitative terms, at all different levels and in compliance with the procedures.

Purchases’ management:

• He/she ensures the correct application of the procedures – COOPI and the donors’ – related to goods and services’ purchases (including planning and necessary documents); he/she follows the suppliers performance in compliance with COOPI’s standards.


• He/she ensures that the selection process for goods and services and the contracts assignment (calls for tenders) occur in a transparent and coherent way.

Vehicles and machines management:

• In collaboration with the supervised staff, he/she ensures the machines/vehicles’ utilization planning.


• He/she ensures that vehicles’ maintenance and repair are carried out and that all monitoring reports and regular checks are correctly performed.


• He/she ensures that, relatively to the use of vehicles and machines, the organization’s procedures and the country’s rules are followed.

Goods and stock management:

• He/she ensures that all goods are included in the inventory, and controlled when entering and exiting the storage space.


• He/she ensures the stock monitoring and the use of instruments for report writing; He/she monitors the correct goods’ use and conservation.


• He/she ensures that the correct maintenance of the immovable goods is performed and that the country is provided with rules for correctly making use of these goods.

Staff management:

• He/she coordinates, supervises and evaluates the logistical staff work.


• He/she ensures the training of the country’s logistical staff.

Logistics reports:

• He/she ensures that all logistic-related reports are produced according to what is stated by the COOPI’s procedures and the Country Regulation (vehicles and goods’ management, supplies, purchases, storage space, staff reports etc.)

Institutional relations:

• Upon delegation by the Head of Mission, he/she represents the organization at all logistical clusters and at security coordination meetings

Security:

• He/she is responsible for the application, the update and the dissemination of the country security regulation at central and field level.


• He/she is responsible for conducting security and risk assessment in COOPI areas of intervention, participating to security meeting at central level.


• He/she is responsible for all goods and organization’s properties security; he/she cooperates and supports the Head of Mission/Area Coordinator about the expatriate and local staff security.

Requirements/Profile

• A degree in Logistics, Engineering, Business, or related field


• Minimum 3 years experience in the humanitarian field as logistics coordinator or in a similar position. Demonstrated experience in procurement, distribution, stock management, fleet management, communications, and security.


• Experience of working within an insecure environment with responsibility for security planning, monitoring and management.


• Strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills;


• Strong supervisory abilities, and demonstrated capacity of teamwork and of coordination with the relevant actors;


• Very good inter-personal and writing communication skills;


• Ability to organize work efficiently and deliver assignments in a timely manner often under time constraints;


• Proficiency in written and spoken English;


• Computer literacy, with high proficiency in the use of standard office software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint);


• Valid driving license.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply for this Position

Application Deadline  27th November, 2017.

 

Job Title: Protection Project Manager, Unicef
Location: Potiskum, Yobe
Background

• COOPI started its operations in North-East Nigeria in July 2014 to carry out a rapid evaluation of the most relevant constraints suffered by the Internally Displaced People (IDPs) displaced by the food crisis and the Boko Haram insurgency in the Lake Chad Basin.


• COOPI’s aim is to support the most basic and pressing needs of communities affected by the conflict. COOPI is providing a multi-sectoral emergency response to the IDPs, returnees and host population focused on food security, nutrition, protection and education. COOPI main area of intervention is Yobe State but we are also present in Borno.

Scope of the Vacancy

• The Project Manager is responsible for the overall activities’ planning, execution and reporting of his/her projects. He/she is directly assigned to, and responsible of the supervision of all logistics, HR, financial and overall functioning aspects for his projects.

Main Duties/Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Head of base and in link with the Program Coordinator, he/she:

• Designs the detailed work plan in line with the project guidelines and description, guaranteeing the smooth implementation of all the activities on-time, on-quality and on-budget;


• In cooperation and synergy with the project staff, plans and monitors the activities’ progress, in compliance with the contract signed with the donor, with donor’s and COOPI’s procedures, and with the specific Project Structure and Reporting Lines definition, making use of the financial instruments provided by the organization;


• In collaboration with the Administrative and the Logistics team, plans and monitors the expenditures in line with the project’s implementation needs;


• In cooperation with the Program Coordinator, finalizes the data provided by the Child Protection Officer, supports the preparation, in compliance with the deadlines, of the narrative reports expected by the donors and by the partners;


• Coordinates the overall project: supervises the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the staff; monitors the accuracy and efficiency of the case management activities; in collaboration with the Child Protection Officer, deals with possible cases which cannot be addressed by the available and ongoing referral network;


• Contributes in consolidating the case management referral network by establishing proficient collaboration with the partners working in the targeted areas and actively suggesting gaps and recommendations to the supervisors;


• Contributes and approves the line of training designed by the Child Protection Officer;


• Represents COOPI with the local / State authorities and partners (SEMA, MSWSD, MYASD, NGOs and UN agencies at local level Protection Working Group meetings);


• In collaboration with the Program Coordinator and head of base, prepares all the formal communication and contract modification requests (ex. budget modification) of the project;


• Manages the goods purchased for the project; for all goods purchased by the project, support updates of the inventory and guarantee the respect of the policies and guidelines, in cooperation with the Logistics Office;


• In collaboration with the Program Coordinator and in synergy with the specific reporting lines of the projects, promotes and manages relations with the local government institutions, NGOs, and other local partners available in the area;


• Executes any other task necessary to good and timely completion of the projects, identified in mutual agreement.


• In coordination with the Administrative team, supports in hiring of new staff directly related to the project and conducts staff appraisals Upholds COOPI’s mission and Charter of Values;


• Follows and enforces all COOPI codes of conduct and policies (globally and in-country);


• Performs any other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Education, Legal Studies, Sociology, Political Science and/or Humanities or any related field.


• At least 3 years of working experience in/with INGO on Protection area


• Proven interest & commitment to humanitarian and development principles and a demonstrable understanding of conflict/post conflict development contexts


• Experience in data collection, analysis, and report writing


• Excellent in English (oral and written)


• Experience in designing and conducting training in INEE and Child Protection issues especially in the areas of human rights, gender, capacity building, added advantage, SGBV


• Ability to plan, organize work, communicate and reports effectively (both in writing and verbally)


• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines


• team player, effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative and analytical thinker, active learner, able to work in a multicultural environment


• Excellent communication skills, calm, with a good sense of humour


• Proven commitment to accountability practices


• Ability to function effectively under stressful conditions such as heavy workloads, and deadlines.


• Excellent Microsoft Office applications skills (Excel, Word, Power point, Emails, Skype, Web researchers)


• Knowledge of and adherence to COOPI Code of Conduct, understands other international development guidelines.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply for this Position

Application Deadline  27th November, 2017.

Cooperazione Internazionale New Positions [3 Positions]

Enugu State Government Recruitment for Teachers [2000 Positions]

The Government of Enugu State under the Post Primary Schools Management Board, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for Tutorial Staff across the 291 Public Secondary Schools in the state in the position below:

Job Title: Teacher
Location: Enugu
Slots: 2000
Job Description and Qualifications

• The vacancies are advertised according to the tutorial staff needs of each school.


• Applicants must possess any of the following qualifications: NCE, B.Ed, in any of the subjects advertised.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents below:

• Application letters which must be handwritten.


• Photocopies of certificate claimed


• A letter of identification from the L.GA. of origin.

All applications must be addressed to “The Executive Chairman Post Primary Schools Management Board Enugu”  Candidates are to submit their applications to any of the Education Zones nearest to them, the Education Zones include:

• Agbani Zone at Agbani L.G. Headquarters


• Obollo Zone at C.S.S. Obollo-Afor


• Udi Zone at Girls Secondary School Ngwo.


• Awgu Zone at Awgu L.G. Headquarters


• Enugu Zone, opposite Shoprite Enugu


• Nsukka Zone at PPSMB Nsukka Office

Click Here to View Subject Details; (School by School)

Note

• Applicants are to indicate in their application letters the schools where they want to teach.


• The school must have a vacancy for the subject to be taught by the applicant.


• Successful candidates will only be posted to the schools so indicated in the application letters.


• Multiple entries are not allowed, otherwise the applicant will be disqualified.


• The process beginning with submission of application letters to the final issuance of appointment letter is FREE AND AT NO COST.


• The State Government shall prosecute any body found receiving or giving any form of gratification with regard to this recruitment.


• Visit any of the Local Government Headquarters nearest to you for details of the subject by subject; school by school or click the link above

Application Deadline   15th December, 2017.

Enugu State Government Recruitment for Teachers [2000 Positions]

Job Vacancies at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Thursday 16, November 2017

UNHCR was created in 1950, during the aftermath of the Second World War, to help millions of Europeans who had fled or lost their homes. We had three years to complete our work and then disband.

Today, over 65 years later, our organization is still hard at work, protecting and assisting refugees around the world.

HEAD OF FIELD UNIT

Position number: 10005876

Grade: NO-A

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Duration of Contract: One Year (with possible renewal)

Supervisor: Country Representative

Proposed Starting: Immediately

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The position is under direct supervision and guidance of the Representative on issues concerning programme, protection, external relations etc. Advice and operational support may also be received from Deputy Representative (Protection) and other senior staff and support units at the Branch Office and from the Bureau at Headquarters. The incumbent who represents UNHCR at the field level will perform (but not limited to) the following duties:

Monitor and report on the implementation of refugee conventional responsibilities and international obligations of the local authorities’ vis-à-vis the population of concern to UNHCR within the AOR.

Advocate and promote UNHCR standards concerning the treatment of persons of concern.

Ensure that the basic needs of the concerned population are properly assessed with the participation of the beneficiaries themselves, the host governments and/or the competent Implementing partners and/or UNHCR itself.

Subject to the needs, ensure that the planning, formulation and budgeting of identified assistance projects are done as per UNHCR programme cycle; upon approval of assistance project, ensure the timely implementation and monitoring of identified assistance activities.

Ensure through the subordinate staff that all deadlines for monitoring and reporting of UNHCR operational activities are met on a regular basis.

Manage all UNHCR resources, both human, financial/material, at an optimum level for the wellbeing of the concerned population and the UNHCR staff.

Ensure through the subordinate staff that all deadlines for monitoring and reporting of UNHCR operational activities are met on a regular basis.

Manage all UNHCR resources, both human, financial/material, at an optimum level for the wellbeing of the concerned population and the UNHCR staff.

Ensure through the subordinate staff that all deadlines for monitoring and reporting of UNHCR operational activities are met on a regular basis.

Ensure through the subordinate staff that all deadlines for monitoring and reporting of UNHCR operational activities are met on a regular basis.

Manage all UNHCR resources, both human, financial/material, at an optimum level for the wellbeing of the concerned population and the UNHCR staff.

Ensure that all security measures of UNHCR office (and residential, where ever applicable) compounds are always up to date; any security breaches and/or potential security threat should be reported immediately to competent UN security coordinator in the country.

Ensure that staff welfare, both in terms of working and living conditions, are maintained at a satisfactory level within the constraints in the operational area.

Guide, coach and advocate the subordinate staff to maintain highest standards of conduct and behavior thorough one’s own practice and deeds.

Prepare and submit regular reports, both verbally and written, to the UNHCR Representative. In the event of substantial telephone conversation that leads to specific action or non-action, it should be recorded and share with the other party.

ADDED DUTIES

Represent UNHCR in inter-agency fora and with local authorities in the AOR.

Enforce compliance with UNHCR’s global protection, programme, finance, human resources and security policies and standards.

Submit project proposals for assistance to refugees and other persons of concern to UNHCR Representation or Sub-Office in coordination with local authorities and NGOs.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

University degree in Business Administration, Management, Law, Political Science, International Relations, Economics or a related field.

At least 2 years of relevant work experience.

Knowledge of UNHCR mandate and its Field level application.

Applied knowledge of protection principles, operational arrangements/standards in relation to protection, assistance, UNHCR office management and staff administration.

Basic computer skills and working knowledge in MS office software.

Excellent knowledge of English with working knowledge of another relevant UN language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Working experience both in HQ.

UNHCR Specific learning/training activities (i.e. Learning Programme in Management & Operations).

Proficiency of the language(s) that are used within the AOR.

*A written test will be conducted for this position which will be followed by the interview.

SENIOR SUPPLY ASSISTANT (RE – ADVERTISED)

Vacancy Notice No: 2017/VA/026

Grade: G5

Contract Type: Temporary Appointment

Duration of Contract: 5 months (with possible renewal)

Duty Stations: Maiduguri

Supervisor: Supply Officer

Proposed Starting: Immediately

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Supply Assistant provides support supply to all local activities pertaining to the supply chain function including planning, sourcing, transport, shipping, customs clearance and warehousing in the operation. The incumbent is supervised by the Supply Officer who provides regular guidance. S/he works independently on routine tasks while follows instructions of the supervisor or more complex issues. The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level on routine issues with other UNHCR offices, UN agencies, NGOs, government partners and commercial contractors in the area to facilitate the operation. The duty of the incumbent is to support the management of material resources within the geographical area covered by the office while exercising efficiency in the use of those resources.

The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

Apply UNHCR’s procurement strategy when planning for purchase of important commodities and services.

Initiate custom clearance of consignments, draft exemption requests, and liaise with local agent.

Support warehouse management, and assist with planning and goods deliveries, and provide information on the status of requests and the availability of items in the supply chain.

Maintain accurate and comprehensive records on logistical activities and provide reports and updates periodically, and on request.

Examine Purchase Requests to ensure conformity and liaise with requesters.

Prepare quotation requests and tenders, produce bid-tabulations from tenders, prepare submission to the contract committee as appropriate and prepare Purchase orders for approval.

Dispatch approved Purchase Orders, and follow-up with the delivery of ordered commodities and services. Follow up with Finances for prompt payment of vendors.

Assist in managing Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) as well as Serially Tracked Items (STI) effectively according to UNHCR rules and regulation including registration and marking of new PPE, Physical verification of PPE, preparation of agreements, preparation of disposal forms (including submissions to LAMB/AMB), and assistance with disposal of PPE and STI.

Produce standard asset management reports and other asset information, periodically and when requested.

Maintain accurate data and filing in all relevant business systems. Compile statistical information on supply chain related matters that will assist in decision making.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of the Secondary School education with post-secondary training/certificate in Business Administration, Logistics, Warehousing or a related field.

Must have completed NYSC.

Minimum 5 years of previous relevant job experience.

Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language and/or local language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position such as the Supply Chain Learning Programme (SCLP).

Computer skills (MS Office and/or PeopleSoft/MSRP).

Experience in procurement

Experience in customs formalities.

Experience in logistics, transport or warehousing.

FINANCE ASSOCIATE (RE – ADVERTISED)

Vacancy Notice No: 2017/VA/028

Grade:  G6

Contract Type:   Temporary Appointment

Duration of Contract:   Five Months (with possible renewal)

Duty Stations: Maiduguri

Supervisor: Assistant Admin/Finance Officer

Proposed Starting: As soon as possible

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Finance Associate, under the direct supervision of the Assistant Admin/Finance Officer, will assist with the processing of financial transactions. The incumbent will keep frequent contact with staff at various levels in the office and with bank officials to exchange information. The incumbent will have (but not limited to) the following responsibilities:

Maintain financial records and monitoring systems to record and reconcile expenditures, balances, payments, statements and other data for day-to-day transactions and reports.

Select and enter data from a wide variety of documents, verifying accuracy by checking sources, making necessary calculations and assuring inclusion of all relevant data.

Prepare recurring reports as scheduled and special reports as required for budget preparation, audits or other reasons.

Assist and advise staff members, experts and consultants on all aspects of allowances, salary advances, travel claims and other financial matters, calculate and authorize payments due for claims and services.

Maintain liaison with officials of local banks to obtain day-to-day information on exchange and interest rates, changes in procedures and regulations and matters pertaining to maintenance of office bank accounts.

Prepare detailed cost estimates and participate in budget analysis and projections as required.

Perform other related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of secondary education with post-secondary training/certificate in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related fields.

Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience.

High level of IT affinity (MS Office applications, People Soft).

Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language and/or local language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Knowledge and work experience of MSRP Finance applications.

Good knowledge of UN/UNHCR Financial rules and procedures.

Completion of UNHCR learning programme or specific training relevant to the functions of the position.

Working knowledge of another relevant UN language.

TO APPLY

Internal Candidates:

Staff members who wish to be considered for this Fixed Term position should complete and attach a signed UN Personal History Form (P11) as well as a Fact Sheet to their written application and send it via email ONLY to niglahr@unhcr.org quoting in the subject line the vacancy number and title of the position.

External Candidates:

External candidates should submit their application/letter of motivation, resume, fully completed and signed UN Personal History Form (P11)and send via email ONLY to niglahr@unhcr.org quoting in the subject line the above vacancy notice number and title of the position.

Please download the P11 form using the link: www.dropbox.com/s/h2yrut7i1ly5hu2/UNHCR_Personal_History_Form_October%202017.docm?dl=0

THERE IS NO NEED TO SEND OTHER CERTIFICATES ALONG WITH THE APPLICATION AT THIS STAGE.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Applications from female candidates are strongly encouraged.

DUE DATE: 29 November, 2017

Job Vacancies at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Thursday 16, November 2017

MTN Nigeria New Career Opportunities [4 Positions]

MTN Nigeria – The leader in telecommunications in Nigeria, and a part of a diverse community in Africa and the Middle East, our brand is instantly recognizable. It is through our compelling brand that we are able to attract the right talents who we carefully nurture by continuously improving our employment offerings even beyond reward and recognition.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Senior Manager, Global Accounts Management
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Manage a group of selected global MNC accounts (1 to 6 accounts) with a prime focus on increasing share of wallet.


• Maintain and grow account base and ensure service delivery and customer satisfaction


• Be fully responsible and accountable for the managed accounts revenue targets


• Deliver account planning and manage pipeline through use of statistical data related to clients and industry trends


• Serve MTNN’s customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.


• Partner effectively with MTNN’s critical high value customers to enhance MTN’s Corporate Brand


• Improve MTNN’s Net Promoters Score


• Develop strategies and champion customer centric culture across the organization and develop/reform relationships with MTNN’s internal and external customers to transform the MTNN’s revenue.


• Strategic Partnerships with MTNN leadership team to drive awareness on expected behaviours and impact on non-compliance on bottom line results and company image/reputation.


• Network and build solid relationships with internal units and relevant third parties (e.g. strategic investors, technical and finance partners, business consultants etc.) and develop a close working relationship with relevant information sources to provide an integrated service.


• Partner with MTNN’s Ecosystem Partners to deliver business value.


• Collaborate with other business units in the development of business models for use in MTNN and develop measurement strategies to support ongoing strategy development and project optimization.


• Evaluates customer preferences, pricing, product terms and conditions to ensure that client requirements are met; gather and analyse data regarding competitor pricing and products and ensure that MTN products and services fit customer requirements


• Provide input into data collection for reporting and forecasting


• Adhere to MTN policies for compliance and sound governance


• Work collaboratively to provide direction on the service relationship for nominated accounts e.g., interlocks with supporting departments to ensure accurate billing


• Check for quality bid and proposal management, identifying and reporting on key risks and issues


• Provide inputs to decisions on new product propositions and services for customers based on his understanding of the customer requirements and needs


• Create reports on sales pipeline and expected RFPs from the account managed


• Develop relationships to guarantee understanding and involvement in the connectivity RFPs issued by of his/her managed accounts in order to increase the chances of conversion for MTN


• Interlock with supporting departments to ensure billing customer service centres are supporting the nominated accounts


• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.


• Identify, evaluate and track the development needs and performance of staff within the department, providing opportunities for staff to build on the company’s investment in their training and improve productivity.


• Coach, train and mentor team to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of all related job requirements and accountabilities and leverage human resources career development programs for staff.

Job Condition:

• Normal MTNN working conditions


• May be required to work extended hours

Experience & Training
Education:

• Fluent in English and language of country preferable


• First degree in related field (Sales & Marketing / Finance / IT)


• Post graduate qualification (MBA/CA/Masters as advantage)

Experience:

• 10 years relevant work experience including:


• Minimum 6 years sales experience in ICT industry focused on the ISP/Telecommunications sector


• Experience with Multinational Accounts


• Knowledge of sales performance reporting


• Excellent communication skills across verbal, written, and presentation and experience of presenting to senior customers


• Worked across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous


• Experience in global/multinational enterprise, coupled with working in emerging markets


• Proven track record of performance against sales targets

Training:

• Project management


• Accounting


• Coaching and Mentoring


• Performance Management


• Diversity Management


• Service industry Management


• Financial planning & Budgeting


• Business Intelligence


• Analytics


• Service Segmentation


• Resource Planning


• ICT Cutting Edge Technologies


• Crisis Management


• Innovation Management


• Change Management

Minimum Qualification

• BA, B.Ed, B.Sc, HND or B.Tech

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Officer, Public Relations (Events & Sponsorship)
Location: Lagos
Job Description     

• To initiate events that create enthusiasm about MTN and provide an avenue for communicating and reinforcing our corporate brand values


• To Identify cogent sponsorship opportunities


• Review resource needs for the department, propose budget to top management and monitor approved budget, estimating budget for upcoming events and venue proposals.


• Participate in planning corporate services events and in the execution of corporate services programs and projects as may be directed, ensuring associated goals and targets are met in responsible manner.


• Assist, as directed, in undertaking research, analysis and production/generation of reports to enable management make informed decisions in relation to the operations of the Corporate Communications Department.


• Actively build networks with key industry players and relevant government functionaries to create a positive identification with MTNN’s brand.


• As directed, participate in the organisation and facilitation of all activities in relation to corporate gifts and awards, coordinating quarterly corporate gifts exhibitions.


• Identify cogent sponsorship opportunities and analyse the benefits for MTNN, following through on sponsorships provided by the company.


• Liaise with embassies/ agencies (including MTN Group) partnering with MTNN on events (e.g RSA freedom day celebrations), developing relationship with MTNN’s Local Special Publics (LSPs) such as the academia, scientists etc.


• Create an environment that optimally promotes understanding, goodwill and support for MTNN operations and the entire telecom industry by all stakeholders.


• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.


• Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions


• May be required to work extended hours


• Open plan office


• Experience & Training

Requirements
Education:

• First degree in any relevant discipline


• Fluent in English

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience with working with others


• Experience working in a medium organization


• Experience in project coordination or project/events management.


• Should have some cross-functional role relationship/networking and interpersonal skills.

Training:

• Project management


• Management Development Programme


• Function Specific training

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Officer, Public Relations (Media Relations)
Location: Lagos
Job Description

• To manage the media relations program for MTNN and serve as first line interface between MTNN and key stakeholders in local and international print and electronic media.


• Analyse and evaluate the outcome of media relations programs and recommend approaches for enhancing the effectiveness of media interactions as required.


• Assist in developing, executing and managing corporate communication plans, programs and activities towards the generation of adequate levels of public awareness about MTNN and its operations, in local and international markets and ensure a professional corporate image is maintained.


• Provide support in all aspects of MTNN’s nationwide media relations’ strategy, including handling media queries, media interviews and press conferences.


• As directed, assist in developing media briefing documents for Corporate Communications Department, which include pre-briefing meetings and assist in the distribution of related news and articles.


• Develop and maintain positive relationship with senior media representatives both locally and internationally on behalf of MTNN, interacting with MTNN Senior Management on broad media relation issues


• Take editorial responsibility for the company’s website, and other corporate communications tools, developing top line key messages and ensuring positive media publicity is uploaded in the relevant channels.


• Review media reports in relation to MTNN’s services and offerings, including newspaper reports, press releases, signing ceremony, customer forums, etc.


• Maintain effective working relationship with mass media representatives in order to enhance the overall presence and perceived relevance of MTNN Corporate Affairs in the media arena.


• Conduct frequent outreach visits with media outlets nationwide to establish personal contacts and keep them informed regarding MTNN services and contacts.


• Assist in developing wide corporate communications structures and systems that enable the effective dissemination and collation of information from stakeholders (including electronic medium –websites, periodic newsletter, newspaper, etc).


• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.


• Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.

Job Condition:

• Normal MTNN working conditions


• May be required to work extended hours


• Open plan office

Experience & Training
Education:

• First Degree in any relevant discipline.


• Fluent in English.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience with working with others


• Experience working in a medium organization


• Experience in media management in a world-class company, Multinational or Agency, two of which should have been at supervisory level.

Training:

• Media relations


• Crisis Media Management


• Public relations

Minimum Qualification

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply for this Position

 

Job Title: Commercial Legal Advisor
Location: Lagos
Job Description

• To provide the company advisory service regarding the drafting, legality, structuring, fiscal efficiency and compliance of contractual arrangements.


• Ensure continuous liaison with External Solicitors for regular updates, compliance with procedural rules of court, stipulated time limits for actions, etc. so as to minimize the cost and adverse effect of litigation.


• Review legal cases, petitions and internal matters requiring legal input /perspective, consult with all relevant parties, advise on case/petition/legal related matter, provide recommendation on course of action and effectively take appropriate and approved action in accordance with the rules and regulations of MTNN.


• Draft legal agreements and review all relevant documentation supporting contracts for authenticity and validity, reviewing commercial agreements and documentations of transactions.


• Conduct proactive prevention of litigation, ensuring Legal processes and services are effective and efficient in line with defined and approved design and rules.


• Administer controls to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements and effectively integrate ethics, compliance and preventive law efforts, ensuring MTNN activities are compliant with laid down laws and governing regulations/statutes.


• Prepare monthly management reports.


• Carry out legal (administrative) services work including liaison/correspondence with external bodies and organizations, structuring and negotiating commercial transactions.


• Settle legal issues between MTNN and 3rd parties, assisting in managing liquidations and disputes.


• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.


• Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions


• May be required to work extended hours


• National / International travel and a valid driver’s license.

Experience & Training
Education:

• Minimum of 3 year post Degree


• Fluent in English

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience in supervising others


• Experience working in a medium organization


• Civil/commercial litigation experience.


• Knowledge of telecommunications environment will be an advantage.


• Commercial/technical and/or further legal qualification will be an advantage


• Experience in handling and negotiating funding


• In depth experience and understanding of the Nigerian framework

Training:

• Basic GSM technology


• Contract drafting and negotiation skills.

Minimum Qualification

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply for this Position

Application Deadline  15th November, 2017.

MTN Nigeria New Career Opportunities [4 Positions]