Vacancies at Andela, Tuesday 15, January 2018

Andela distributes opportunity by powering today’s teams and investing in tomorrow’s leaders. Based in Lagos, NYC, Nairobi, SF, and Kampala, Andela is catalyzing the growth of tech ecosystems across the African continent while solving the global technical talent shortage.

Andela’s Entrepreneurship Center is designed to support Developers who plan to launch companies, join startups, or work in larger technology firms after completing the Fellowship with entrepreneurship learning opportunities. This center will provide Andelans with background knowledge, tools, and awareness to make conscious decisions about their entrepreneurial journey, as well as position them for success in an entrepreneurial career.

ALUMNI NETWORK COORDINATOR

ABOUT THE ALUMNI NETWORK COORDINATOR ROLE

The Alumni Network Coordinator is equal parts network builder, relationship builder, events planner, and careers support spe…t. You will collect and manage data on Andela alumni, while constantly supporting current alumni with engaging opportunities, programs and events.

To be truly successful in this role, you would need to be passionate about people, and about making sure the right combination of resources and human capital are always exposed to one another.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

Create and manage database of current Andela alumni

Capture and publish Alumni stories

Connect Alumni to career growth opportunities (e.g job boards, coaches, other Alumni)

Organize and run engaging and impactful Alumni events

KEY ATTRIBUTES & QUALIFICATIONS

You’re already looking like an Alumni Network Coordinator if you:

Have participated in the management of alumni associations

Are a natural communicator and networker who backs up their work with precision and structure (tracking resources, ensuring resources are growing, carefully maintaining relationships & commitments)

Are a power user of spreadsheets and other data tracking and analysis tools

Love to meticulously track data in an organized manner that allows for easy future references and planning

Have periodically run engaging networking events

Quickly build relationships, and continually strengthen them over time through consistency and  trust

Are adept at quickly identifying resource gaps and directing people to the right sources

ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER DIRECTOR

ABOUT THE ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER DIRECTOR ROLE:

The Entrepreneurship Center Director is equal parts strategist, program designer, operator, network builder, and relationship builder. You will manage the operations and growth of Andela’s Entrepreneurship Track and the Andela Accelerator, while constantly supporting our Developers themselves in their entrepreneurial learning and growth.

As the Entrepreneurship Center Director, you have your finger on the pulse of every resource, opportunity, and mentor available to Andela’s Entrepreneurs.  You will constantly grow and nurture Andela’s network of resources, individuals, events, & opportunities available to entrepreneurs.

You will measure, track, and manage the growth of a new program within a fast-growing startup environment.

To be truly successful in this role, you would need to hold the deep belief that anything is possible with our powers combined — and be passionate about making sure the right combination of resources and human capital are always exposed to one another.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

Program Management

Set up and manage the programs roadmap that enables learners deliberately practice entrepreneurship from ideation to MVP

Create consistent documentation and data-capture to measure, track, and iterate on the programs

Proactively remain up to date with every Andela Entrepreneur to quickly identify where they are struggling, and connect them with the right resources to support them

Distribute consistent updates to key internal and external stakeholders

Hire and manage program management team

Content Management

Build library of canonical content (e.g, books, videos and presentations) for Andela Entrepreneurs

Collaborate with Curriculum team to build curriculum support for entrepreneurs

Relationship Management

Manage, maintain, and grow the network of resources (expert advisory board, Entrepreneurs in residence, human capital, monetary capital, events, Andela experts & resources) available to Andela Entrepreneurs

Build relationships with other investors, accelerators, and companies in the community

Manage event planning and logistics for Andela-hosted and externally-hosted events

Andela Accelerator

Set up Andela Accelerator

Design Andela Accelerator programs and support systems

Organize and run demo days

Establish measures of success for cohort companies

KEY ATTRIBUTES & QUALIFICATIONS

You’re already looking like an Entrepreneurship Center Director if you:

Have a passion for and at least some experience in the world of entrepreneurship:

Investing

Founding or co-founding a company

Working to support initial growth in an early stage startup

Advising entrepreneurs or startups

Employed by an accelerator or incubator

Quickly build relationships, and continually strengthen them over time through consistency and  trust

Are able to be highly structured yet flexible in a constantly changing environment

Are relentlessly optimistic and inspire those around you to believe in success even when things get tough

Are adept at quickly identifying resource gaps and directing people to the right sources

Are able to motivate others through your clarity, unflappable optimism, and pragmatic passion

Are a natural communicator and networker who backs up their work with precision and structure (tracking resources, ensuring resources are growing, carefully maintaining relationships & commitments)

Have an established network in Lagos/Nigerian tech scene (preferred but not required)

Belief that through our powers combined we can create anything.

TO APPLY

Click on Job Title below:

ALUMNI NETWORK COORDINATOR
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER DIRECTOR

Vacancies at Andela, Tuesday 15, January 2018

The Coca-Cola Company Career Opportunities [2 Positions]

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is the world’s largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands. Together with our bottling partners, we rank among the world’s top 10 private employers with more than 700,000 system associates.

Led by Coca-Cola, one of the world’s most valuable and recognizable brands, our Company’s portfolio features 20 billion-dollar brands, including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid, Simply, Georgia, Dasani, FUZE TEA and Del Valle. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, ready-to-drink coffees, and juices and juice drinks.

Through the world’s largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy our beverages at a rate of more than 1.9 billion servings a day.

Job Title:  Senior Franchise Marketing Manager
Job ID: R-03091
Position Overview

• The Senior Franchise Marketing Manager – Nigeria is responsible for leading the development of over-arching business & marketing strategies affecting the total portfolio within Nigeria; ultimately delivering positive Volume, NSR, PBT & Brand Love growth.


• The Company’s effort in building a strong consumer insight driven business growth model across all of the NARTD Beverage categories, coupled with development of scalable programs & tools for implementation by our Bottling partner – NBC is critical to our short and long-term business success.


• This person will be a key contributor in shaping the relationship and strategic plan development with this partner.


• The key purpose of this role is the development of market-based strategies & tactics collaboratively with the WABU Marketing leaders, Nigeria Franchise Leadership Team, and Nigeria Bottling Company to ensure we implement strong plans for consumer-driven business growth.


• They will also have ownership of key Business Unit initiatives and programs required by the WABU Business Plan, to achieve long-term growth objectives.


• These programs will require the individual to oversee a team of marketing associates that will collaborate with WABU Central Marketing, Franchise C&CL, Other functions (Finance, IMCC, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercialization), and the Bottler Marketing & Operations teams to ensure complete delivery of the agreed plan.


• Lastly, this individual will be required to lead ONE Marketing Leadership Team project – resulting in fundamental capability improvement for the BU Marketing team.The key means to achieve these goals are the development of diagnostics, strategies, content, and capability within their region of responsibility.


• The work of the individual requires leveraging the collective intelligence of our system, through a collaborative approach with the Regional Franchise Managers, Strategy & Insights, and C&CL. They need to drive the strategy and build / adapt their Franchise Marketing Plan content in partnership with Creative Agencies, leveraging internal and external best thinking, creating internal BU awareness around it, build key marketing competency skills for personal and professional development and act as the key integrator on their projects.


• The Initiatives (both consumer and shopper programmes) this person will leverage, create or adapt will be built from local market insights to ensure their local plans are highly resonant across their consumers and will change beliefs, attitudes and behaviours about the brands under their scope, which will lead to incremental brand consumption and purchase ( and ultimately brand love ).


• They will need to have strong project & people leadership skills to ensure programs are efficiently development and leverage strong persuasive selling skills to inspire our Bottling partners to co-invest and execute with excellence.


• Lastly, this person will be responsible for managing multiple associates to carry out the above business responsibilities.


• They will be required to balance governance & engagement throughout the planning and implementation of the business plans; ensuring each associate has an individualized career and development plan to follow and grow.


• As a member of the WABU Marketing Leadership team, they will be responsible for providing assessments of their associates and calibration of the Marketing Community through the talent factory process.

Nigeria Marketing Plan Development & Implementation – 50%

• Leads Annual Franchise Marketing & Commercial Business Planning – providing “end-2-end” business solutions that deliver “through the line” messaging to consumers/shoppers coupled with strong affordability & availability thought-leadership to deliver BP objectives across all categories and brands. (NSR growth/ Transactions growth/ Value Share / BLS)
  


• Develop the corresponding prioritized investment strategy deciding the allocation, post aligning all key stakeholders, and own overall management of DME for Nigeria. In addition, provide proactive / alternative marketing & commercial plans, budget management and contingency planning to deliver positive ROI and competitive disruption; thus requiring in-depth market understanding & agility.


• Owns Bottler Relationship on Marketing Strategy and Plans; leading regular operational & marketing excellence routines/discussions with Bottlers.

• Accountable for the successful implementation of the key projects identified within the Strategic Business Plan – including Communication, Innovation, RGM, and In-Store Messaging. Lead, through Agencies / Direct Reports, the project management of all key programs, achieving support and approval from key Franchise, BU & Bottler stakeholders.


• Ensuring timely launch and success of the innovation & RGM pipeline throughout the year; ensuring that all cross-functional members and Bottlers are aligned and working on-time to deliver the objectives and goals.


• Partner with all key Bottler and local community constituents to assess and mitigate any potential risks related to the programs’ implementation.


• Identify & leverage external and internal best practices as applicable to the specific Franchise programmes; harvesting the maximum learning and inform the development and activation of best in class programmes by the BU Central team.

People Management & Organizational Development – 30%

• Provide Coaching & Development of Direct Reports (MM/SBM/BM/JBM/ABM) in achieving overall business objectives – National & Regional, while ensuring Associate Development continues on-track for capability development and career progression


• Leads a BU Marketing Leadership Team Project – typically includes leading a training capability project or offsite within the BU to tackle a significant marketing organization challenge.

Long-Term Market Strategy & Planning – 20%

• Develops & Provides Thought Leadership On Portfolio Strategy – based on WABU/Nigeria Portfolio Strategy and Growth Plan – to develop Innovation & RGM Pipeline (Product, Pack, Equipment) to achieve long-term growth.


• Co-Lead with Franchise Performance & Planning Manager – key long-term strategic recommendations to the General Manager & WABU Marketing Director on How The Business Should/Will Grow.

PrimaryORGANIZATION IMPACT/ INFLUENCE:

• Nigeria General Manager – business manager


• WABU Marketing Director – functional manager


• Nigeria Bottling Company Managing Director – bottler business leader


• Nigeria Bottling Company Marketing Lead – bottler functional leader


• (2) Regional Franchise Leaders: North & South – key functional partners


• Franchise Customer & Commercial Leader – key functional partner


• Franchise Marketing team – direct reports


• WABU IMC Manager & Nigeria Media Manager – key functional enablers


• WABU K&I Manager & Nigeria K&I Manager – key functional enablers


• Local Advertising Agency Creative Directors and Account Managers

Secondary

• Nigeria Bottling Company Sales Lead – bottler functional leader


• Coca-Cola Hellenic Group Marketing Lead – bottler functional leader


• Other WABU Marketing Leadership Team members – Commercialization, Capability, Finance


• Other Nigeria Franchise Leadership Team members – Technical, Finance, Legal

Purpose of Interactions

• Development & Implement of Key Programs; ensuring multi-disciplinary approach & cross-functional/bottler alignment and leadership to activities.


• Persuasive “selling” to ensure Strategies & Programs are not only aligned in principle – but aligned in meaning and interpretation; resulting in total System clarity on path forward.


• Obtain feedback to step change and adapt programs through, Negotiation, Empathy, and ability to listen in order to understand other’s points of view to inform their own.


• Capability of communicating concisely and to communicate complex topics in a simple manner to non-insiders or experts.


• Relationship building with external stakeholders to proactively build credibility and understanding of individual objectives and needs to find common ground during crisis / moments of misalignment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Overall department of 5-8 marketing associates of various grades; including full hiring, work assignments, performance review, career & development responsibilities.

Related Job Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Years of Experience:

• 12-15 years within TCCC or Other Global FMCG company with a significant brand consumer/product roles.


• In depth understanding, knowledge and practical experience in consumer marketing and ideally sales/operations management.


• Demonstrated people management both direct and in-direct over numerous years.

Educational Requirements
Minimum:

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree – preferably MBA or Masters of Marketing

Cultural Diversity

• Ability to collaborate in an International / Global cultural context is critical considering the diversity of the Business Unit.

Analysis

• Develop thought leadership, market/program strategy and executional leadership for the Franchise/Bottlers; developing new approaches to encompass local needs/problems.


• Demonstrated ability to perform and evaluate quantitative analysis (financial, consumer insights, sales tracking) and convert findings to clear business actions with supporting rationale.

Judgement And Decision Making

• Local Programs & Initiatives – with recommendations provided at key gate reviews with General Manager & BUMD


• Market Specific DME – based on recommendation agreement by General Manager & BUMD


• Development of People – based on recommendation agreement by General Manager, BU Marketing Leadership Team & BUMD


• Approver of All Marketing Materials within Standards (Brand, Formula, Assets, Financial etc.)

Working Conditions

Travel Requirements

• 25% within Nigeria and to occasional training/off-sites in: Nairobi, Atlanta, Johannesburg

Job RequirementsYears of Experience:Leadership Behaviors

• DRIVE INNOVATION: Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain our business(encompassing everything from continuous improvement to new product and package innovation).

• COLLABORATE WITH SYSTEM, CUSTOMERS, AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS: Develop and leverage relationships with stakeholders to approximately stretch and impact the System (Company and Bottler).

• ACT LIKE AN OWNER: Deliver results, creating value for our Brands, our System, our customers, and key stakeholders.

• INSPIRE OTHERS: Inspire people to deliver our mission and 2020 Vision, demonstrate passion for the business and give people a reason to believe anything is possible.

• DEVELOP SELF AND OTHERS: Develop self and support others’ development to achieve full potential.

Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to Apply for this Position

 

Job Title:  Senior Brand Manager
Job ID: R-04037
Position Overview
The Senior Brand Manager – Nigeria North is responsible for developing the plans and leading the execution of key marketing projects affecting the Northern & Central Regions of Nigeria; ultimately delivering positive financial performance, value share, and brand love growth. The role’s responsibilities are:

• Leading the End-2-End Marketing Agenda with NBC Bottler Regional leadership


• Developing, Implementation & execution of Regional marketing plans


• Monthly brand business (consumer, shopper, retail) & DME tracking

The Company’s effort in building a strong consumer-centric driven business growth model, coupled with development of scalable programs & tools for implementation by our Bottling partners is critical to our short and long-term business success.

This person will be a key contributor in shaping the relationship and strategic plan development with these partners.

The key purpose of this role is to develop and execute market brand programs collaboratively with the Bottler Marketing & Operations teams to ensure implementing a strong path to consumer-driven business growth. These programs will require the individual to collaborate with the TCCC Franchise Operations, Country General Manager, Nigeria Brand Team, WABU IMC Team, and Other functions (Finance, C&CL, Technical, Supply Chain, and various Bottler functional teams to ensure complete delivery of the agreed plan. Lastly, this individual will be required to provide regular business tracking analysis covering their region – with clear ownership of Financial Performance, Value Share (NARTD, SSD, Water, Juice, Dark Malt) and BLS (Core Seven Brands).

The key means to achieve these goals are the development of diagnostics, strategies, content, and capability within their region of responsibility.

The work of the individual requires leveraging the collective intelligence of our system, through a collaborative approach with their Nigeria Franchise & Commercial Partners, WABU Marketing Leadership, and Bottler Region Leadership.

They need to drive the execution and build/adapt their Regional Marketing Plan content in partnership with Nigeria Brand team associates, building key marketing competency skills for personal and professional development – as the key integrator on their projects and inspirational thought leader to their Regional System counterparts.

The Initiatives (both consumer and shopper programmes) this person will leverage, create or adapt will be built from local market insights to ensure their local plans are highly resonant with their consumers and will change beliefs, attitudes and behaviours about the brands under their scope, which will lead to incremental brand equity, purchase, and loyalty.

They will need to have strong project management skills to ensure programs are efficiently developed, a rigorous ability to measure and analyse the performance data from their region/programs, and an inspirational approach to collaboration with others to ensure emotional and rational buy-in at all stages of the business planning cycle.

Function Specific Activities

• The role is to be based in ABUJA – Northern Nigeria

Key Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides Thought Leadership Regarding How Their Region Will Grow Its Brands – including defining which Projects/Programs Should Be Adapted & Operationalized Using Local Insights; thus creating recommended Business plans for Franchise Marketing Manager approval.


• Leads Execution of key components of marketing programs; including overall project management and system tracking to inspire and inform on-the-ground course-corrections as circumstances require.


• Provide proactive budget management and contingency planning to ensure delivery of agreed BP spending targets.


• Provides on-going tracking of Volume, Share, DME and Equity Performance for their Franchise & Bottler leadership.

PrimaryORGANIZATION IMPACT/ INFLUENCE:

• Senior Franchise Marketing Manager Nigeria – manager


• Franchise Director – North & Central – key partner


• Franchise C&CL Manager Nigeria


• Media Manager Nigeria


• Franchise Brand Team Members (4)


• Regional Bottler Marketing Leaders


• Regional Bottler Operations Leaders

Secondary

• Franchise General Manager – two up manager


• Content Excellence, Packaging, & Digital Managers Nigeria – (3)


• Bottler Sales & Marketing Manager

Purpose of Interactions

• Execution & Implementation of Projects & Programs; ensuring key stakeholders have provided input and/or guidance to efforts.


• Persuasive “selling” to ensure Recommendations to Program implementation are not only aligned in principle – but aligned in meaning and interpretation; resulting in Bottler & Operations team clarity and “buy-in” on path forward.


• Obtain feedback to step change programs through, Negotiation, Empathy, and ability to listen in order to understand other’s points of view to inform their own.


• Capability of communicating concisely and to communicate complex topics in a simple manner to non-insiders or experts.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NONE
Related Job Requirements/ Qualifications

• Minimum Years of Experience: 6-8 years within TCCC or Other Global FMCG company

Educational Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree Preferred: Master’s Degree – preferably MBA or Masters of Marketing

Cultural Diversity

• Ability to collaborate in an International / Global cultural context is critical considering the diversity of the Business Unit AND Bottler leadership

Analysis

• Provide Execution Leadership and Analysis for their respective Region; uncovering insights and solutions that encompass local needs/problems

Judgement And Decision Making

• Regional Marketing Plan, Programs & Initiatives – based on recommendation agreed to by Senior Franchise Marketing Manager


• Regional Specific DME – based on recommendation agreed by Senior Franchise Marketing Manager

Working Conditions

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 15% – Occasional travel to Lagos.

Job Requirements
Years of Experience:

Leadership Behaviors

• DRIVE INNOVATION: Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain our business(encompassing everything from continuous improvement to new product and package innovation).

• COLLABORATE WITH SYSTEM, CUSTOMERS, AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS: Develop and leverage relationships with stakeholders to approximately stretch and impact the System (Company and Bottler).

• ACT LIKE AN OWNER: Deliver results, creating value for our Brands, our System, our customers, and key stakeholders.

• INSPIRE OTHERS: Inspire people to deliver our mission and 2020 Vision, demonstrate passion for the business and give people a reason to believe anything is possible.

• DEVELOP SELF AND OTHERS: Develop self and support others’ development to achieve full potential.

Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to Apply for this Position

The Coca-Cola Company Career Opportunities [2 Positions]

Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture Current Job Recruitment

Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA) is an international non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. and Brussels, Belgium with offices in 16 countries throughout Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe.

We work with businesses, foundations, governments and communities to build customized local and global partnerships that meet the world’s growing demand for food. Since our inception in 1985, we have designed and implemented enterprise-based, agricultural development initiatives to facilitate market access, enhance agribusiness competitiveness, increase productivity and improve access to inputs and credit across 45 countries worldwide.

Job Title:  Deputy Chief of Party
Position Summary
CNFA is currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party on the Feed the Future Nigeria Agribusiness Investment Activity.

• The position will be based in Nigeria.


• The Deputy Chief of Party will work closely with the Chief of Party to provide technical oversight and management, including the development and implementation of the project’s vision, strategy, and technical direction.


• She/He will ensure that project activities are high-quality, adhere to USAID technical guidance, and align with global best practices.

Duties And Responsibilities
The Activity will address the constrains that hinder the overall agricultural business environment in Nigeria and improve the levels of agriculture-related investments. The Deputy Chief of Party will be responsible for supporting the following anticipated objectives:

• (1) Promotion of smart and efficient policy and regulations within the agricultural finance sector,


• (2) Mitigation of credit risks of agribusinesses and improvement in the services provided by financial institutions to agribusinesses, and


• (3) Strengthen the readiness of agribusinesses to access and manage investments.

Key Qualification

• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant, progressively responsible management experience is required;


• Master’s degree, or higher, in economics, business administration, public administration, agriculture, or a related field is required,


• Demonstrated experience and a proven track record of implementing activities focused on agricultural development is required;


• Technical familiarity in agricultural finance regulations, agricultural finance services, and capacity building for agribusinesses, including technical expertise in at least one of these areas, is required;


• Experience effectively backstopping and reinforcing long- and short-term specialists, ensuring efficiency in project and grantee activities, maintaining rigorous focus on project indicators, results, and the management of monitoring and reporting is required; and;


• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English is required, knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to Apply

 

Job Title:  Agribusiness Specialist
Position Summary
CNFA is currently seeking an Agribusiness Specialist on the Feed the Future Nigeria Agribusiness Investment Activity.

• The position will be based in Nigeria.


• The Agribusiness Specialist will work closely with technical teams to improve the legal and regulatory environment, investment promotion, and access to finance ecosystem to enhance the business enabling environment and foster private-sector investment in agricultural and agribusiness infrastructure

Duties And Responsibilities
The Activity will address the constrains that hinder the overall agricultural business environment in Nigeria and improve the levels of agriculture-related investments. The Agribusiness Specialist will support activities in the following areas:

• (1) Promotion of smart and efficient policy and regulations within the agricultural finance sector,


• (2) Mitigation of credit risks of agribusinesses and improvement in the services provided by financial institutions to agribusinesses, and


• (3) Strengthen the readiness of agribusinesses to access and manage investments.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant, progressively responsible experience is required;


• Proven track record in the developing, analyzing, and implementing projects focused on agribusinesses, agricultural finance, and agricultural value chains is required;


• Master’s degree, or higher, in economics, agricultural economics, business administration, or a related field, is required


• Demonstrated experience in facilitating private-sector investments and familiarity with Nigerian and/or West African government legal and regulatory frameworks is required;


• Experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, or Africa as a whole, is an advantage;


• Experience effectively backstopping and reinforcing long- and short-term specialists, maintaining rigorous focus on project indicators and results, and the management and engagement of stakeholders to capitalize on any shared efficiencies is required; and;


• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English is required, knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to Apply

 

Job Title:  Chief of Party
Position Summary
CNFA is currently seeking a Chief of Party on the Feed the Future Nigeria Agribusiness Investment Activity.

• The position will be based in Nigeria.


• The Chief of Party will be responsible for the overall management of the activity and should possess leadership, communication, and management skills necessary to develop, articulate, and implement a vision for the Activity.

Duties And Responsibilities
The Activity will address the constrains that hinder the overall agricultural business environment in Nigeria and improve the levels of agriculture-related investments. The Chief of Party will be responsible for meeting the following objectives:

• (1) Promotion of smart and efficient policy and regulations within the agricultural finance sector,


• (2) Mitigation of credit risks of agribusinesses and improvement in the services provided by financial institutions to agribusinesses, and


• (3) Strengthen the readiness of agribusinesses to access and manage investments.

Key Qualifications

• Master’s degree, or higher, in agriculture, agronomy, economics, business administration, political economy, public administration, public policy, or related fields is required,


• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of significant international experience and expertise in agricultural development, food security, and/or the private sector to successfully achieve meaningful and sustainable results is required;


• Extensive and substantive experience in working with counterparts at various levels of government, as well as with non-government organizations (including private-sector associations and organizations) in managing international development assistance activities is required;


• Meaningful experience in Africa is required, demonstrated knowledge of West Africa and Nigeria is strongly preferred;


• Strong technical expertise in the areas of agriculture, agricultural economics, agricultural finance, and/or agribusiness is required;


• Demonstrated management skills and effective interpersonal skills are required; and;


• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English is required, knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to Apply

 

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Position Summary
CNFA is currently seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist on the Feed the Future Nigeria Agribusiness Investment Activity.

• The position will be based in Nigeria.


• The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be responsible developing and updating the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan, coordinating M&E efforts with the USAID/Nigeria Learning Project, and reporting M&E results to USAID.

Duties And Responsibilities
The Activity will address the constrains that hinder the overall agricultural business environment in Nigeria and improve the levels of agriculture-related investments. The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be responsible for measuring outcomes, analyzing results, and promoting adaptive management in the following areas:

• (1) Ease of Doing Agribusiness Improved,


• (2) Access to Agribusiness Finance Broadened


• (3) Investment Promotion Facilitated


• (4) Climate Change Adaptation, and


• (5) Conflict Mitigation.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant, progressively responsible experience is required;


• Proven track record in the evaluation and assessment of agricultural development projects and Ease of Doing Business indicators is required;


• Master’s degree, or higher, in economics, business administration, statistics, social sciences, or a related field, is required,


• Complete technical familiarity with the Automated Directives System (ADS) 200 Series and USAID evaluation methods and standards is required;


• Demonstrated experience developing and updating a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan, supervising data collection, and regular and timely reporting to USAID is required;


• Experience coordinating Monitoring and Evaluation efforts with other USAID projects is a strong advantage; and;


• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English is required, knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to Apply

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

CNFA takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture Current Job Recruitment

Origin Group Fresh Graduate Recruitment

Origin Group is a twenty first century consortium focused on delivering integrated agricultural infrastructure and mechanization technology solutions for Nigerian farmers, sub-Sahara Africa and the world.

We are an agricultural value chain company providing value – added services in agricultural advisory, civil engineering/construction of farm estates, farmland clearing, and manufacture of farm machines, sales, distribution & repairs, and trade import-export of agro-inputs.

We are currently in a business expansion process.

Job Title: Business Development Manager
Job Introduction

• As a Business Development Manager, your challenge will be to raise awareness of the company products and services for the assigned area, and establish contacts with clients


• Reporting directly to the Executive Vice Chairman, you will be able to call upon ORIGIN TECH GROUP’s huge diverse array of engineering skills, equipment and operational logistics team to design, offer and then provide unique and innovative solutions to the most demanding heavy lift and challenges.


• Our industry is extremely niche, so while commercial heavy lift experience is valuable it is not a requirement.


• If you have confidence in your sales abilities, can open doors and engage clients with effective solutions to their heavy lift and transport problems, then we can help lift your career to new heights.

Role Responsibility

• Develop a business plan and sales strategy for the market that ensures attainment of company sales goals, budgets and profitability.


• Initiate and coordinate development of action plans to penetrate new markets.


• Assist in the development and implementation of marketing plans as needed.


• Provide timely feedback to senior management regarding sales performance.


• Provide timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all enquiries submitted for pricing, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin.


• Maintain accurate records of all pricing, sales, and activity.


• Create and conduct proposal presentations and ITT (Invitation to Tender) responses.


• Prepare tenders and presentations.


• Control expenses to meet budget guidelines.


• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensure that they are communicated and implemented within the team.

Qualifications
Essential:

Desirable:

• Bsc/HND Marketing or any related discipline

Knowledge
Essential:

• Blend of Marketing, sales and technical


• Logistics and/or industrial construction

Desirable:

• Strategic analysis; Heavy lift knowledge

Experience
Essential:

• At least 3 years’ experience working in a technical sales environment


• Agribusiness, Farming or any related field

Desirable:

• International sales/business development


• Selling services


• Nigerian market

Skills & Abilities
Essential:

• Fluent English Speaker


• Collaboration skills


• Negotiation & Persuasion skills


• Project Management Skills


• Computer skills


• Business Intelligence


• Strategic and analytical skills

Desirable:

Personal Attributes

• Young graduate(age 22-30yrs)

Essential:

• Self-starter


• Professional presentation


• Influencer / impact


• Negotiator


• Resilient


• Organized


• Pro-active and taking initiative


• Target driven/competitive


• Effective communicator

Desirable:

• Able to inspire others


• Drive change

Other Requirements
Essential:

• Eligible to work in Sub-Saharan Africa


• Valid passport


• Willing to travel

Desirable

• International driving licence

Salary
N50,000 – N60,000, Market Related – Based on Experience Monthly

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

Application Closing Date 16th January, 2018.

Origin Group Fresh Graduate Recruitment

Andela Nigeria New Job Vacancy

Andela is developing a corps of high-quality technology talent across the African continent that will drive the current and future phases of tech-enabled growth around the world. With the fastest growing population and highest youth population in the world, we believe Africa is one of the greatest untapped markets for talent development.

At Andela, we find the brightest young people in Africa, train them to be world-class developers, and connect them with employers around the world looking for top technical talent. Passion, excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and rejecting the status quo are just a few of the things that Andela team members have in common.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Jobs Placements Services Manager
Location: Lagos
The Role

• The Jobs Placement Services Manager is equal parts jobs aggregator, partnerships negotiator, head hunter, and recruiter.


• You will maintain a strong relationship with our Senior Developers, understand their future job aspirations, and connect them to opportunities that have high chances of fulfillment.


• As Jobs Placement Services Manager, you have your finger on the pulse of every job opportunity available to Andela’s Developers seeking employment in local and global tech ecosystems.


• To be truly successful in this role, you would need to hold the deep belief that anything is possible with our powers combined — and be passionate about making sure the right combination of resources and human capital are always exposed to one another.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up efficient systems to source job opportunities for Andelans


• Collaborate with the Professional Development Manager to build learning programs that enable Developers to own their job aspirations from job searching to accepting the best offer


• Track the progress and success of Andela Developers in their employment search journey


• Build fruitful talent partnerships between Andela and local tech companies


• Perform gaps analyses of Andela Developer capabilities vs desired abilities of senior tech jobs

Key Attributes & Qualifications
You’re already looking like a Jobs Placements Services Manager if you:

• Have a passion for and experience in the world of technical talent:
  
  • Aggregating technical job opportunities
  
  
  • Technical Career Planning
  
  
  • Providing career advice to developers
  
  
  • Technical Talent Recruitment
  
  
  • Technical Talent Headhunting
  
  


• Understand the Nigerian tech ecosystem, know the players, and the kind of talent they need


• Quickly build relationships, and continually strengthen them over time through consistency and trust


• Are relentlessly optimistic and inspire those around you to believe in success even when things get tough


• Are a natural communicator and networker who backs up their work with precision and structure (tracking resources, ensuring resources are growing, carefully maintaining relationships & commitments)

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

Andela Nigeria New Job Vacancy

Guinness Nigeria Plc Recruitment for Graduate Representatives

Guinness Nigeria Plc is a major market for Diageo: Guinness Nigeria operates in the unique and fast-growing alcohol industry of over 15mhl beer potential. It is the only company that does Total Beverage Alcohol (TBA) in Nigeria. It’s an on trade dominated market but with a fast-growing off-trade channel.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Retail Activation Representative – Reserve
AutoReqId: 60121BR
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Function: Sales
Type of Job: Employee
Level: L6
Reports To: Regional Reserve Manager
Business Context

• Nigeria is a major market for Diageo and has historically been involved in the sale and manufacture of beer, Lager, RTDs and Malt drinks within this market.


• The Nigerian drinks market is relatively unsophisticated, but highly dynamic. In that regard, Nigeria represents the greatest spirits growth opportunity available on the continent.  Diageo Brands Nigeria (DBN) has been established to expanding Diageo’s operations and portfolio of brands by venturing into the marketing and sales of Diageo’s already existing rich Spirit brands.


• The Diageo portfolio in Nigeria encompasses some of the finest liquids in existence. With a vast and raging portfolio covering vodka, gin, Tequila, Scotch & other whiskies, the breadth and diversity of this portfolio gives Diageo a true point of difference.


• Presenting these brands to the target customers and consumer in a unique and sophisticated manner is motivating, and as such special event delivery that pulls feet to the outlet and inspires consumers with product knowledge is a key deliverable in this role.

Purpose of the Role

• Brilliant Execution of Reserve Trade strategy directly to Consumers


• Great performance in coverage area


• Leadership of Reserve brands on the ground

Market Complexity:

• The business has a challenging growth & innovation agenda.


• The trading environment is dynamic with customer and consumer trends changing all the time.


• Increased competitor entrants.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Finger on the Pulse: Ability to identify emerging trends on area and communicate that knowledge to key contacts within team.Grow Yourself: Demonstrate self-awareness and commit to growing your own capabilities. Actively seeks feedback and acts upon it.


• Managing For Value: Baseline – aware of financial principles and applies them within own role.


• On Premise Leadership: Baseline – able to build professional, credible relationships with consumers.


• Living the Values: The face of the brand in the eyes of the customer, consumer and media. Proud to represent the brand and Diageo.


• Capture Space: Ruthless in ensuring that all QDVPPP objectives are met with customer base.

Top Accountabilities

• Develop customer plans and negotiate with key customers, secure corporate partnerships (circa 30 customers per region) including banks, oil companies, etc. in region.


• Works with Reserve Regional Manager and training department and HR to build personal sales capability.


• Responsible for ensuring the retail redistribution standards are adhered to by distributors and VSMs

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate with a minimum of 2 years commercial expertise gained across Sales/Consumer Marketing.


• Target driven & Result oriented


• Creative/ innovative


• Commercial experience and understanding, preferably within FMCG environment.


• Understanding of the total alcoholic drinks market


• On Trade experience (either retail or supplier) advantageous


• Problem Solving skills


• Good communication skills – written and verbal


• Experienced driver with valid license

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

Guinness Nigeria Plc Recruitment for Graduate Representatives

Boxtree Partners New Job Position Available

Boxtree Partners is a small start up looking to recruit the best skilled workers from around the world for Nigerian organisations. Currently we are looking for qualified architects.

You would need to be qualified in your field and have work experience to back up your qualification.

Job Title: Construction Project Manager
Job description
The ideal candidate will oversee projects from bidding to execution. You will work with senior management and act as the point of contact for clients.
Responsibilities

• Oversee all stages of project life cycle


• Manage project budget


• Provide timely status reports to stakeholders

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience


• Strong organizational and project management skills


• Industry knowledge and ability to read blueprints


• Detail-oriented and strong communication skills

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

Boxtree Partners New Job Position Available

Guidance & Counseling Educator at Bradfield Consulting Limited, Monday 15, January 2018

Bradfield Consulting Limited – Our client is a leading private educational institution with a group of schools comprising of Nursery and Primary Schools and Secondary Schools in Lagos.

GUIDANCE & COUNSELING EDUCATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES

She/he will develop schemes of work and lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives.

Develop and foster the appropriate skills and social abilities to enable the optimum development of children, according to age, ability and aptitude.

Link pupils’ knowledge to earlier learning and develop ways to encourage it further, and challenge and inspire pupils to help them deepen their knowledge and understanding.


QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology/Education.

A Master’s degree in Counseling will be an added advantage.

A minimum of 3 years counselling experience in an educational setting.

The prospect must demonstrate:

Leadership and effective supervision skills

Performance evaluation skills.

Decision-making skills

Time management skills.

Team building skills.

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective verbal, listening and communication skills.

Stress management skills

Strong People management skills

Excellent IT skills

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

DUE DATE: 19 January, 2018

Guidance & Counseling Educator at Bradfield Consulting Limited, Monday 15, January 2018

Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited New Job Vacancies [3 Positions]

Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited (formerly Moody International Nigeria Limited) was established in 1996 as a partnership between Moody International Group and Nigerian investors. Since commencing operations in March 1997 the company continues to grow and exerts its presence in numerous Projects in the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Safety Advisor
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Contracts
Category: Environmental, Health & Safety
Job Nature: Resident
Tasks and Responsibilities

• Ensure establishment and proper implementation of work processes at the site level as stipulated in the Project Safety Plan and the Project Security Plan


• Monitor, investigate, identify, and resolve site level SSH&E issues, evaluate metrics, and provide weekly / monthly reports to responsible line management, Project Team SSH&E Team, and Function, as required


• Work with company and contractor’s site management and Safety, Security, Health, and Environment (SSH&E) organizations to implement project specific site safety programs


• Advise site Project Team (company, contractor, and subcontractors) of company, contractor, and local authorities’ safety requirements, regulations, expectations, and best practices


• Facilitate and advise contractor and subcontractors to establish, communicate, and implement safety expectations and initiatives; monitor and stimulate execution with contractor’s safety policy, rules, and procedures; and monitor conformance with project and site safety execution plans and implement improvements where appropriate


• Promote safety awareness and safe performance among Project Team members, including consultants and contractor personnel


• Identify and work to eliminate site hazards, unsafe conditions, and unsafe acts; work with company, contractor, and subcontractor management toward achieving an injury-free work place


• Keep site management apprised of significant safety issues and plans / progress toward resolving issues and eliminating hazards


• Assist in implementation of systematic safety processes to assure compliance with the Project Safety Management System (PSMS) requirements


• Collect and analyze data on safety initiatives and performance for reporting to project and functional management


• Provide assistance to and participate in risk assessment and studies as defined in the Project’s SSH&E Plan


• Provide regular feedback to (Senior) Project Safety Advisor / Functional Manager / SSH&E Manager


• Assist in the facilitation of site level SSH&E Steering Committee meetings


• Monitor work processes to ensure compliance with the site work permit system and area/system responsibilities


• Maintains a high degree of ethical conduct


• Prepare/provide a safety induction briefing to new team members and visitors to site


• May collect and report security or health metrics when no security or health advisor is assigned.


• Organize and participate in investigations and follow-up of incidents, including development of remedial action plans


• Assist in the preparation of notifications/reports for communication of significant incidents to company project / functional management as per the company’s incident reporting procedures and matrix


• Review and/or critique incident and investigation notifications and reports


• Provide support for training, drills, and other matters related to emergency preparedness and response.


• Collect and share company’s lessons learned between site and outside organizations where appropriate


• Encourage heightened SSH&E awareness and behavior throughout the site project


• Identify and assist with prioritization of opportunities for site safety process improvements


• Conduct periodic safety inspections/assessments onsite and at key offsite subcontractor locations in accordance with established project and site safety plans or as requested by Project Team members


• May conduct occasional health inspections, as requested by Medicine and Occupational Health (MOH) or the (Senior) Project Safety Advisor


• Organize and coordinate SSH&E training program


• Develop expectations for project management systems for safety-related activities


• Communicate and coordinate guidelines for company SSH&E awareness, recognition, and incentive programs

Job Requirements

• Prefer college level education or equivalent


• Demonstrated work experience in construction safety-related positions (including some prior oil & gas experience)


• Knowledge of security processes and procedures


• Proficient in use of computers and programs such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Microsoft Office


• Must be fit for duty for a construction field environment (examples include uneven, unpaved walking surfaces, large structures that are accessible only via ladders or stairs, standing for extended time periods, climbing, bending, walking, reaching, and other physical demands)


• Ability to work in harsh environments (examples include temperature and / or humidity extremes, remote locations with limited amenities) with changing priorities


• Ability to set priorities and work independently in performing contractor services with an appreciation for company processes and procedures


• No training will be provided (other than the company’s specific safety standards and procedures).


• Read, write, and speak fluent English, as required to function effectively within a project team


• Prefer prior experience working in a multicultural / multilingual, emerging nation, environment


• Willingness to travel / live away from home for extended time periods


• Demonstrated ability (through past project successes) to deliver excellence in project SSH&E performance


• Demonstrated ability to develop successful internal and external working relationships with emphasis on interfacing in a team environment

 

Job Title: SSHE Coordinator
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Contracts
Category: Environmental, Health & Safety
Job Nature: Resident
Job Description

• Support Business Line Safety, Security, Health, and Environment (SSHE) stewardship processes and portfolio analysis


• Develop and monitor performance metrics to evaluate business performance


• Support the SSHE Supervisor in managing the SSHE program, as directed by the SSHE Supervisor


• Coordinate a variety of activities and be the point of contact for the Regional SSHE Advisors

Responsibilities

• Develop Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) training on safety procedure, practices for the plant as well as contractors


• Set up system for implementing the safety plan including hardware, software, data flow, analysis techniques and reporting format


• Develop safety communication plan to employees and contractors


• Design a safety incentive program for the


• Coordinate the development of the Waste Management, Environment and Industrial Hygiene plan for the turnaround


• Review Contractor safety plans


• Part of the team to perform risk analysis of specific jobs


• Implement the safety

Job Requirement

 

Job Title: SSHE Technician
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Contracts
Category: Environmental, Health & Safety
Job Nature: Resident
Job Description

• Generates/reviews minor permits and communicates with agencies on issues not being handled by Business Line Headquarters staff


• Serves as local subject matter expert for compliance and/or OI related questions


• Develop/enhance site-specific compliance tools


• Provides ongoing reviews of compliance for agency and internal requirements (e.g. regulatory, Operations Integrity Management System (OIMS), PSM (Process Safety Management) )


• Serves as liaison between Operations and Business Line Headquarters staff


• Assists in preparing for OIMS or agency assessments; coordinate follow-up activities and responses


• Coordinates surveys/comments and impact estimates on proposed regulations, as needed


• Coordinates non routine sampling/inspection programs and remediation projects, as needed


• Plans site emergency response table top drills and stewards action items


• Coordinates incident investigations


• Provides quality assurance/data integrity review of local SSHE data and stewardship reports


• Conducts SSHE Training, Orientations, Safety Meeting presentations.

Requirements

• Behavioral Skills: Analytical, communicates effectively, courage of conviction, manages risk


• Functional Skills: Emergency preparedness and response, incident investigation and analysis, operations integrity and compliance assessment, OIMS execution support, risk assessment and management, safety management, safety regulations and standards, fundamentals of health, fundamentals of environmental management and regulatory compliance, environmental standards, regulation development and advocacy, SSHE management – operations and maintenance, managing critical operations activities.


• Prefer college level education or equivalent


• Demonstrated work experience in safety-related positions (including some prior oil & gas experience)


• Knowledge of security processes and procedures


• Proficient in use of computers and programs such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Microsoft Office


• Read, write, and speak fluent English, as required to function effectively within a project team


• Prefer prior experience working in a multicultural/multilingual, emerging nation, environment


• Demonstrated ability to deliver excellence in project SSHE performance


• Demonstrated ability to develop successful internal and external working relationships with emphasis on interfacing in a team environment


• Ability to set priorities and work independently in performing contractor services with an appreciation for company processes and procedures


• No training will be provided (other than the company’s specific safety standards and procedures).

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline  15th January, 2018.

Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited New Job Vacancies [3 Positions]

Job Openings at eHealth Africa, Saturday 13, January 2018

eHealth Africa designs and implements data-driven solutions and technologies to improve health systems for and with local communities. eHA’s technology works in low connectivity settings and uses data to drive decision-making by local governments and partner agencies to get optimum results.

SENIOR ASSOCIATE, EOC OFFICE ADMIN

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Associate, EOC Admin Oversees a variety of administrative and technical services to support activities of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

S/he ensures quality services are rendered at the front desk and points of contact for internal and external stakeholders

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

Organizes and facilitates meetings, conferences, and other special events. Sets up meeting rooms with appropriate technology and arranges lunches, dinners, and refreshments for meetings.

Oversees all secretarial/clerical duties including recording and transcribing minutes of meetings, photocopying, fax, and mailing. Assists in managing all technical equipment (printers, computers, projectors, etc.)

Responsible for assigning a daily task and oversee the maintenance of electronic and Physical copy filing systems, and modifies documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, and emails.

Coordinates and oversees the day-to-day management of supplies, equipment, and facilities for the organization, as appropriate, to include maintenance, inventory management, logistics, security, and related activities.

Supervises entries, and/or updates data to maintain departmental records and databases, as appropriate; establishes and maintains files and records for the EOC. Organizes and maintains electronic and paper filing systems for EOC resources, tools, and materials, including files on the shared drive.

Ensure general administrative/Technical support to the EOC Office staff and Partners as required are provided.

Maintains a thorough understanding of the basics of the Internet and its workings (DNS, Security, IP Routing, VPN, Email routing and HTTP. Investigates, diagnose and solves computer software and hardware faults.

Installs maintains, configures and troubleshoot telecommunication infrastructure, including VOIP phones, AP’s, WLAN controllers including servers, printers, computers workstations, etc.

Performs any other duties assigned by Management.

Provides technical support to troubleshoot malfunctions of network hardware and software applications, telephones and security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job.

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in Business Administration, Computer Science, Management or any related field.

Minimum of Five (5) years Technical administrative support experience preferably in an International NGO or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated knowledge of software and troubleshooting.

Able to communicate by various modes such as verbally in-person, Mobile phone, pager, and direct connect/radio.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and great attention to detail. Must be able to work as a member of a team and possess good problem-solving skills.

Must have flexibility in working hours, including on-call availability and the willingness to work holidays. Excellent customer service skills.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and great attention to detail. Must be able to work as a member of a team and possess the good problem-solving skill.

Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Proficiency working with specialized software utilized in program

Language Ability:

English is the spoken and written language. Fluency in local Hausa is an advantage.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government regulations.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and the general public.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. eHealth Africa is a tobacco-free environment.

Why Work For Us?

Life at eHealth Africa means not only working towards saving thousands of lives but also collaborating with dedicated professionals with a passion for innovative technology.

We offer a series of programs that enables them to pursue a career that fulfills their potential. Our team members’ health and well-being is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee is frequently required to sit and use a computer and/or reach with hands and arms.

ASSOCIATE, EOC OFFICE ADMIN

JOB SUMMARY

The Associate, EOC Office Admin Oversees administrative and technical services to support activities of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

S/he ensures quality services are rendered at the front desk and points of contact for internal and external stakeholders

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

Organizes and facilitates meetings, conferences, and other special events. Sets up meeting rooms with appropriate technology and arranges lunches, dinners, and refreshments for meetings.

Records and transcribes minutes of meetings, photocopying, fax, and mailing. Assists in managing all technical equipment (printers, computers, projectors, etc.).

Responsible for assigning a daily task and oversee the maintenance of electronic and physical copy filing systems, and modifies documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, and emails.

Supervises entries, and/or updates data to maintain departmental records and databases, as appropriate; establishes and maintains files and records for the EOC. Organizes and maintains electronic and paper filing systems for EOC resources, tools, and materials, including files on the shared drive.

Ensure general administrative/Technical support to the EOC Office staff and Partners as required are provided.

Maintains a thorough understanding of the basics of the Internet and its workings (DNS, Security, IP Routing, diagnose and solves computer software and hardware faults.

Installs maintains, configure and troubleshoot telecommunication infrastructure, including VOIP phones, AP’s, WLAN controllers including servers, printers, computers workstations, etc.

Performs any other duties assigned by Management.

Provides technical support to troubleshoot malfunctions of network hardware and software applications, telephones and security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job:

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in Business Administration, Computer Science, Management or any related field.

Minimum of two (2) years Technical administrative support experience preferably in an International NGO or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated knowledge of software and troubleshooting.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and great attention to detail.

Must be able to work as a member of a team and possess good problem-solving skills.

Must have flexibility in working hours, including on-call availability and the willingness to work holidays. Excellent customer service skills.

Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Proficiency working within specialized software utilized in program

Language Ability:

English is the spoken and written language. Fluency in local Hausa is an advantage.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government regulations.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and the general public.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. eHealth Africa is a tobacco-free environment.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Life at eHealth Africa means not only working towards saving thousands of lives but also collaborating with dedicated professionals with a passion for innovative technology.

We offer a series of programs that enables them to pursue a career that fulfills their potential. Our team members’ health and well-being is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee is frequently re

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Job Openings at eHealth Africa, Saturday 13, January 2018

Career Opportunities at MTN Nigeria, Saturday 13, January 2018

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 recognisable. 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.

SENIOR MANAGER, CORPORATE TRANSACTION

JOB DESCRIPTION

To manage the company’s contractual arrangements regarding drafting, legality, structuring, fiscal efficiency and compliance; ensuring that all practices, policies and business activities fall within the bounds of the company’s legal posture.

Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).

Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation etc), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.

Participate in Contract negotiations to reduce cost and drive MTNN Value Creation Philosophy.

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

Drive an increase in MTNN’s Net Promoter Score

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.

Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on Customer centricity, including Perfect 10 Project.

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.

Provide technical leadership /advice in the formulation and development of Legal and Regulatory framework, policies/guidelines and ensure compliance of operations with MTN policies and procedures.

Advise management and team members on practices in the areas of commercial and business law, research applicable laws and provide recommendations on the legal consequences of business initiatives.

Conduct due diligence and structuring of deals relating to commercial transactions, effectively managing transitions/transformational issues and risks between entities and external parties.

Give support towards influencing Governmental & Regulatory Policies affecting the Company’s businesses.

Draft and advise on company contracts relating to supplier agreements as well as gather/evaluate relevant facts  on decisions and highlight  attendant risks.

Provide legal advice; effect best -practice legal services within assigned entities  and review  company contract draft on supplier agreements handed over to Divisions.

Carry out complex legal assignments requiring substantive legal knowledge in diverse practice areas with emphasis in securities, corporate and contracts law.

Work with external solicitors to manage all ongoing litigation, dispute resolution matters, outside counsel and other advisors appropriately.

Coordinate compliance monitoring and direct risk management efforts related to daily operations in areas including management controls, public company compliance obligations, disclosure issues, reporting requirements, Nigerian law compliance, and general corporate governance matters.

Supervise the development of appropriate responses to employment and other claims; supervise litigated matters and work with outside counsel at regular intervals.

Regularly monitor and review resources of the department ensuring they are allocated and utilized in a cost effective and financially disciplined manner and in line with budget provisions.

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

Coach and mentor the Commercial Legal 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 career development.

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

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

JOB CONDITION:

Travel – local and international

Standard Working Condition

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

First  degree in any relevant discipline / Masters advantageous

Fluent in English and language of country preferable

Experience:

10 years legal work experience in commercial legal practice or within the Legal Department of reputable and structured business environment, preferably a multinational corporation.

Manager track record of 3 years or more; with at least 3 years in relevant sector/ industry

Worked across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous

Ability to perform sophisticated legal analysis

High levels of comfort and confidence with litigation

Strong and effective business communication (verbal and writing skills)

Ability to plan and execute numerous complex projects under pressure

In depth experience and understanding of the Nigerian framework

Demonstrated business acumen and superior judgment

Minimum Qualification

LLB, BA or MBA

PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER, FACILITIES

JOB DESCRIPTION

To provide overall control and delivery of MTNN technical and non-technical design and construction building projects in strict compliance to all company requirements and quality standards.

Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Finance  Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).

Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation, etc.), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.

Negotiate, secure and monitor contracts with manufacturers in terms of terminal equipment warranty in line with MTNN corporate strategy.

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.

Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on Customer centricity, including Perfect 10 Project.

Drive an increase in MTNN’s Net Promoter Score.

Promote a sustainable organizational culture that enhances employee productivity and oversee the management of the year on year performance of all dimensions of the Group Culture Audit.

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.

Manage all stakeholders and maintain good relationships to ensure proper execution of plans.

Liaise with Project Planner to convert overall program into individual project schedules and develop baseline schedule for each project by integrating schedules from various stakeholders.

Confirm user requirement specification (URS) based on philosophy.

Define scope and initiate best practice procedures for ensuring proper implementation of building infrastructure and systems in technical and non-technical facilities

Review facilities plans and construction contract bid documents and specifications for technical and/or non-technical projects applying knowledge of design, construction procedures, building codes and byelaws.  Make necessary amendments in liaison with the user departments and in compliance to MTNN building policies and specifications.

Develop project status reports, reviewing progress and milestones and identifying and addressing issues and risks.

Manage project execution, ensuring compliance to user requirements, quality, budget and time constraints Advise on the selection of appropriate project development life cycle, selection of project resources and allocation of tasks.

Assist Process & Standards function in compilation of Quality Control Procedure (QCP).

Coordinate project completion, hand over to the user department and to maintenance and operations.

Develop PPoE and conduct implementation; document best practices and lessons learned and facilitate project closure and “post mortem” activities.Advice clients (user departments) on nature of design and suggest changes in design briefs.

Recommend reputable contractors for different aspects of each project.

Guide the contract documentation process with consultants and contractors.

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

Coach and train the team to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of set targets/requirements and regularly review their training needs.

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

Identify training requirements of team members, develop program to address knowledge gaps and to enrich knowledge repository within the department.

JOB CONDITION

Standard working conditions

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

First degree in Architecture, Engineering or Project Management or equivalent

Fluent in English

Experience:

Minimum 6 years’ experience which includes:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialization; with experience in supervising/managing others

Experience working in a medium to large organization.

Proven experience in project management of construction work.

Training:

Advanced Project Management

Advanced Management Programs

New technologies seminar / training

GSM / 3G conferences and workshops

Finance for non-finance managers

HR for non-HR personnel

REGIONAL SECURITY COORDINATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

To deliver excellence in the coordination of security services in area of responsibility, ensuring that MTNN staff, Assets and Business are protected, thereby enabling greater growth, profitability and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Effectively and efficiently coordinate Security efforts in area of responsibility by ensuring that security personnel in the Region are given proper orientation and training, assigned jobs/roles per their competencies and motivated to put in their best performance towards achieving MTN Nigeria corporate objectives.

Implement security policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) developed by the National Office in the region.

Ensure that all incidents are investigated and reported to the Regional Security Manager in line with approved procedures.

Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.

Conduct security survey of critical facilities to determine level of security threat and exposure.

Prioritize, assign, supervise, review the work and monitor performance of staff responsible for patrol services..

Conduct security briefings and security awareness to security staff and MTNN staff respectively.

Risk & Threat Assessment – implement risk management strategy that maximizes personnel safety from violence and the threat of violence in area of responsibility

Personnel Security – ensure safety of MTNN personnel on personal security such as street crime, assault, robbery, kidnap in area of responsibility

Protecting MTNN Assets – ensure safety of Employees, Business operations, Premises, Information, Network infrastructures in area of responsibility

Security Liaison/ Intelligence – maintain a harmonious relationship and contacts with various cadre of various security agencies (Police, Military, SSS, etc) in area of responsibility.  Also, exploit the relationship to gain relevant intelligence information that will ensure better protection for MTNN personnel and operations.

Investigations –  carry out specific investigations on wrongdoing by staff and criminal activities targeted at MTNN

Respond to inquiries, investigate and resolve security related problems.

Security Liaison/ Intelligence – maintain a harmonious relationship and contacts with various cadre of various security agencies (Police, Military, SSS, etc) in area of responsibility.  Also, exploit the relationship to gain relevant intelligence information that will ensure better protection for MTNN personnel and operations.

Participate in the selection of patrol staff, staff training, coaching and mentoring and work with employees to implement discipline procedures and execute tasks according to approved guidelines and procedures

Ensure safety of MTNN personnel on personal security such as street crime, assault, robbery, and kidnap in area of responsibility.

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.

Drive Knowledge Management and Best Practice Sharing within own Unit/Department/Division/Enterprise-wide as required.

JOB CONDITION

Standard Working Condition

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

First Degree in any related discipline.

Fluent in English.

Formal training in Security Supervision/ Coordination.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of spe…ation; with experience in supervising others

Experience working in a medium  organization

Experience in multinational security operations.

Experience as Security supervisor in corporate security environment.

And Record of accomplishment in security management.

Training:

Essentials of Security Management (Core)

Fraud Control and Investigations (Basic, Intermediate)

Security Survey and Reviews

Presentation & Report Writing Skills.

Crisis Management (Basic, Intermediate).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

BA, BEd, BSc, BTech or HND.

NEW MEDIA OFFICER

JOB DESCRIPTION   

Drive effective deployment of new media strategy in alignment with business objectives in general and reputational priorities in particular.

Identify  and develop  bespoke content on new media that engages savvy internet stakeholder groups  and aligns with  MTN corporate speak

Monitor and track MTN on new media platforms, provide ongoing analysis and reports to the relevant business units

Identify perception management opportunities in the  new media space and escalate critical issues for speedy resolution

Generate informative and insightful reports about MTNN activity and mention same  in the social media space

Develop reader-friendly content that communicates relevant corporate objectives and important customer information to foster articulation of the  MTN point of view and engender  empathy towards the MTN brand

Work closely with consultants to track, monitor and analyse online conversations about MTN in new media space.

Interface with Marketing, Customer Relations, Sales & Distribution, Enterprise Solutions, Corporate Services and other customer-facing/brand-building business units to drive customer education, acquisition and retention initiatives

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:    

Standard Working Condition

Experience & Training

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

First degree in any relevant discipline.

Fluent in English.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of spe…ation; with experience with working with others

Experience working in a medium  organization

Experience in corporate communications

Ability to interpret and implement Communications strategy

Experience in deploying web communications, new media marketing activities.

Training:

Social Media/ Digital Communication

ADVISOR, STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

LOCATIONS: Ibadan-Oyo, Enugu, Port-Harcourt-Rivers, Asaba-Delta, Kano & Jos-Plateau

JOB DESCRIPTION  

Provide advisory service with regards to government related issues at the federal and state levels and maintain a strong relationship between these relevant institutions, with a view to ensuring long term viability of the business.

Carry out research and reviews of relevant telecoms issues that have impact on the telecoms industry and MTNN.

Prepare correspondence and position papers on government related issues.

Track and monitor events in the government sector, especially as they relate to the telecoms business.

Provide weekly intelligence reports and feedback on emerging issues in Federal and State Government circles as it relates to Telecommunications.

Provide informed opinion on all issues relating to MTNN from a government relations perspective, including new legislatures, government policies, etc.

Initiate regular meetings and provide advisory support to key government stakeholders

Manage corporate relationships with stakeholder groups including external parties (the Media, Government Agencies, Corporate Organisations, Vendors, etc.) and internal clients and general employee groups.

Develop and maintain relationship with key government 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:

Standard Working Condition

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

First degree in any relevant discipline.

Fluent in English.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of spe…ation; with experience with working with others.

Experience working in a medium organization.

Experience in roles directly related to high level interactions in government and politics

Training:

On the job training and exposure.

Industry conferences

Minimum Qualification

BA, BEd, BSc, HND or BTech

MANAGER, STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide regulatory guidance and support on various business issues, input into regulatory policies/regulations, legislative framework and future impact of new regulatory policies and legislation on MTN N operation in line with best practices.

Provide input and guidance into proposed regulatory policies/ legislation ensuring that MTN N’s interest is taken into account.

Draft and manage interconnects agreements and prepare capacity leasing agreements with incumbent operators and new entrants.

Influence the telecommunications sector competitive policies to attain a level playing field as well as monitor compliance with interconnect agreement and all interconnect related issues in the industry.

Review prepared infrastructure sharing guidelines/ agreements and national and international roaming agreements.

Research and identify new ways to generate revenue, as well as cost saving opportunities arising from competitive or regulatory developments.

Monitor and update MTNN on developments; bills, new policies, within the legislative/ regulatory arena; and follow up with regulatory authorities on submissions and other regulatory issues.

Manage relationship with Regulatory authorities and make presentations to key stakeholders such as Regulatory Agencies, National Assembly and other relevant fora. .

Support management and advice MTN N on interconnects agreements/relationship, licence conditions and compliance with regulations and legislation.

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

Identify training requirements of team members, develop program to address knowledge gaps and to enrich knowledge repository within the department.

JOB CONDITION

Standard Working Condition

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

First degree in any relevant discipline

LLB or other recognized law degree

Fluent in English and language of country preferable

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 6 years’ experience which includes:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialization with experience in supervising/managing others

In depth experience and understanding of the Nigerian telecommunications industry and regulatory framework

Experience in a commercial legal environment, alternatively within a legal & regulatory control body

Experience within the telecommunication environment is desirable

Training:

Courses, Seminars, Conferences & workshops in Telecommunication Regulation

Management Development Program

SENIOR MANAGER, PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide advisory support and execute MTNN Government Relations Strategy at both federal and state levels with particular emphasis on the executive and legislative arms of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Support the Shareholders return strategy by developing and implementing Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).

Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimization etc.), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.

Participate in Contract negotiations to reduce cost and drive MTNN Value Creation Philosophy.

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

Improve MTNN’s Net Promoters Score

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

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.

Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on Customer centricity, including Perfect 10 Project.

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.

Establish and maintain effective corporate relationship with key stakeholders and decision makers in the executive and legislative arms of government to effectively channel the goals and desires of MTNN.

Initiate regular meetings with key government stakeholders and give regular feedback to the business on new development (bills, new policies within the legislative/ regulatory arena).

Develop government relations strategy for the department in alignment with MTN Nigeria’s business direction and provide advisory support to the Regulatory Affairs function of MTN Nigeria.

Establish and maintain effective corporate relationship with key stakeholders and decision makers in the executive and legislative arms of government to effectively channel the goals and desires of MTNN.

Develop and maintain a strong ethical relationship between MTN Nigeria and the relevant institutions/ bodies with a view to ensure the long term viability of the business.

Observe the business, political and regulatory environment closely and provide support to other functions within the CSD in Assigned location.

Carry out research, provide detailed policy analysis, identify regional vulnerabilities and recommend due mitigation.

Coordinate action/ response plans to pertinent issues and lobby campaigns on identified issues.

Provide periodic intelligence reports, political audits and proactive feedback on emerging issues, developments and trends.

Provide technical leadership /advice in the formulation and development of Regulatory Affairs framework, policies/guidelines and ensure compliance of operations with MTN policies and procedures.

Regularly monitor and review resources of the department ensuring they are allocated and utilized in a cost effective and financially disciplined manner and in line with budget provisions.

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.

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

Coach and mentor the Regulatory Affairs 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 career development.

Build MTN’s profile amongst governmental stakeholders for effective engagement and guarantee access by the MTN management to such key stakeholders as required.

JOB CONDITION

Standard Working Condition.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

First Degree in any relevant discipline

Fluent in English and language of country preferable

Relevant Degree

An MBA would be an added advantage

Experience:

Minimum 10 years’ experience  including:

Manager track record of 3 years or more in a government relations and/or stakeholder engagement function/activity; with at least 3 years in relevant sector/ industry

Worked across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous

Proof of requisite stakeholder contact/network base

Prior Telecommunications experience will be an advantage.

Training:

On-the-job training

Courses, Seminars, Conferences  and workshops in Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement

Management Development Program

Effective Management and Leadership

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

BA, BEd, BSc, BTech or HND.

ADVISOR, LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS

Employment Status: Permanent

Department: Corporate Affairs

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide advisory service with regards to government related issues at the federal and state levels and maintain a strong relationship between these relevant institutions, with a view to ensuring long term viability of the business.

Carry out research and reviews of relevant telecoms issues that have impact on the telecoms industry and MTNN.

Prepare correspondence and position papers on government related issues.

Track and monitor events in the government sector, especially as they relate to the telecoms business.

Provide weekly intelligence reports and feedback on emerging issues in Federal and State Government circles as it relates to Telecommunications.

Provide informed opinion on all issues relating to MTNN from a government relations perspective, including new legislatures, government policies, etc.

Initiate regular meetings and provide advisory support to key government stakeholders

Manage corporate relationships with stakeholder groups including external parties (the Media, Government Agencies, Corporate Organisations, Vendors, etc.) and internal clients and general employee groups.

Develop and maintain relationship with key government 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:

Standard Working Condition

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

First Degree in any relevant discipline.

Fluent in English.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of spe…ation; with experience with working with others.

Experience working in a medium organization.

Experience in roles directly related to high level interactions in government and politics

Training:

On the job training and exposure.

Industry conferences

Minimum Qualification

B.A, B.Ed, B.Sc, B.Tech or HND

FRAUD SYSTEM ANALYST

JOB DESCRIPTION   

To monitor telecommunications services and electronic interaction for any misuse as defined by NCC and MTN policy.

Provide advice and recommendations on information systems strategy, policy management, security and service delivery

Develop tests to challenge existing fraud processes and make recommendations for change.

Identify unknown fraud, conduct behavioural patterning analysis and provide feedback on control development and improvement.

Log all fraud queries and resolutions into the fraud management logbook promptly.

Identify and document requirements, conduct business and technical studies, design, develop, integrate and implement information systems business solutions.

Oversee and coordinate all technical activities, and ensure all transaction and administrative documentation is recorded and available for business use.

Perform analytical needs for fraud operations.

Recommend additional tools and methods that could be deployed in combating fraud.

Develop, integrate and implement solutions to identify, quantify and report all identified revenue leakages due to fraudulent activities and information system breaches and glitches.

Following up with Revenue assurance and fraud Management system vendors to maintain the operation of the RA&Fraud system

Monitoring and analyzing alarms generated by the fraud management system 24 hours a day and 7days a week.

Client engagement by reviewing URS (User Requirement Specification) with business owners (Customers) to identify, document and assess technical and fraud risks to integrated products software, hardware, Projects and data.

Collect and present appropriate evidence according to documented incident handling procedures to enable fraud prevention and detection.

Provide input and feedback into fraud management reports.

Carry out intelligence and trending analysis on key indicators and performance that have impact on losses through fraud and prepare and present materials on findings.

Develop policies, processes and procedures to identify, control and mitigate all possible risk and security breaches.

Provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management, security and service delivery

Investigate and resolve subscriber fraud incidents promptly in conformance to documented policies.

Ad hoc task and assist with internal investigations conducted by both Subscriber Fraud unit team and as well as Forensic unit in Business Risk Management.

Engage/participate in development and monitoring of product life cycle to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness and overall quality of products.

Contact customers regarding suspicious activity on their accounts.

Ensure value creation when engaging with Customer.

Assisting with the rollout of the fraud tools.

Contributing to the review of fraud risk assessments, scenario analysis and new product or change initiative assessments.

Detecting fraud, act upon and initiate preventive measures and verify that fraud claim investigations are completed on time and in accordance with set policies and procedures in order to protect the integrity and to fight corruption.

Coordinate with stakeholders to evaluate the current systems and applied processes in order to identify any potential risk, to re-engineer certain controls in order to reduce risk of unauthorized request patterns.

Reporting and provide analyses to support decision making and track market performance.

Performing continual review and update on defined processes of Revenue Assurance and Fraud controls so as to accomplish all objectives in an effective, timely and efficient manner.

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.

Leading ad hoc project work to implement new systems, work processes, technologies and drive adoption of new initiatives.

Providing Auditors (Internal and External) with required data analysis and complies with the audit report recommendations.

JOB CONDITION

Standard Working Condition.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING     

Education:

First degree in any related discipline.

Fluent in English.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of spe…ation; with experience working with others

Experience working in a medium  organization

Experience in  Fraud Operational

Analytical/policy experience

Detailed investigation experience.

Risk evaluation and control implementation work experience.

Training:

Current trends in fraud detection.

Fraud Management.

Minimum qualification

BA, BEd, BSc or HND.

MANAGER, LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS

JOB DESCRIPTION    

Provide regulatory guidance and support on various business issues, input into regulatory policies/regulations, legislative framework and future impact of new regulatory policies and legislation on MTN N operation in line with best practices.

Provide input and guidance into proposed regulatory policies/ legislation ensuring that MTN N’s interest is taken into account.

Draft and manage interconnects agreements and prepare capacity leasing agreements with incumbent operators and new entrants.

Influence the telecommunications sector competitive policies to attain a level playing field as well as monitor compliance with interconnect agreement and all interconnect related issues in the industry.

Review prepared infrastructure sharing guidelines/ agreements and national and international roaming agreements.

Research and identify new ways to generate revenue, as well as cost saving opportunities arising from competitive or regulatory developments.

Monitor and update MTNN on developments; bills, new policies, within the legislative/ regulatory arena; and follow up with regulatory authorities on submissions and other regulatory issues.

Manage relationship with Regulatory authorities and make presentations to key stakeholders such as Regulatory Agencies, National Assembly and other relevant fora. .

Support management and advice MTN N on interconnects agreements/relationship, licence conditions and compliance with regulations and legislation.

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

Identify training requirements of team members, develop program to address knowledge gaps and to enrich knowledge repository within the department

JOB CONDITION: 

Standard Working Condition

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING    

Qualifications

Education:

First degree in any relevant discipline

LLB or other recognized law degree

Fluent in English and language of country preferable

Experience:

Minimum 6 years’ experience which includes:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialization with experience in supervising/managing others

In depth experience and understanding of the Nigerian telecommunications industry and regulatory framework

Experience in a commercial legal environment, alternatively within a legal & regulatory control body

Experience within the telecommunication environment is desirable

Training:

Courses, Seminars, Conferences & workshops in Telecommunication Regulation

Management Development Program

SENIOR MANAGER, INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

JOB DESCRIPTION

To establish information management architecture and systems to meet the reporting needs for all the MTN business units and through the creation of a single Enterprise Data Warehouse application system.

To provide overall direction in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of a large-scale Data Warehouse, Business Analytics and business Intelligence solutions to meet MTN’s strategic Information management and decision supporting systems.

To deliver a wide range of reporting requests on a regular basis, within defined SLAs to the expected level of accuracy and quality.

To ensure delivery of required information from the Data Warehouse, using wide range of available tools, to requests as and when required.

Engage and manage supporting vendors effectively to achieve optimal service and value.

Regular engagement with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure continued understanding and reporting evolution to support the evolving business needs.

Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing the Division’s processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).

Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation etc), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.

Participate in Contract negotiations to reduce cost and drive MTNN Value Creation Philosophy

Provide the daily, weekly and monthly reporting accurately and timely for effective revenue reporting

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

Drive an increase in MTNN’s Net Promoter Score

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.

Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on Customer centricity, including Perfect 10 Project.

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.

Oversee the design, development, and implementation of efficient and effective Information Management solutions to complex business requirements in a global environment

Define and develop enterprise data warehouse applications based on business, technical and system strategies

Develop solutions to support business, technical and system strategy

Develop processes and procedures to manage the environment

Participate in the selection & selection of suitable technologies

Manage contracts with suppliers/vendors

Ensure that operational delivery of system outputs are met

Develop projects in line with SDLC process

Ensure availability and reliability of systems

Develop Information Systems Business Continuity solutions

Participate actively in various Information Systems projects, e.g.:

Collateral projects

Information Systems disaster recovery project

Develop strategy and implementation for enterprise analytics

Strategize on  business intelligence needs & solutions for the Enterprise

Develop risk and business management processes within Business Intelligence Platforms

Recruit appropriate staff and Manage vendor  relationships

Define, execute and monitor the Business Intelligence operational procedures

Oversee the expansion of Business Intelligence Platforms to include future business requirements

Improve process & monitor compliance to SLAs  and KPIs in the following areas:

IS support processes

Systems integration

Project management

Business Analysis

Application construction

Application architecture

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

Coach and train team members to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of set targets/requirements and regularly review their training needs.

Identify training and development needs and manage skills enhancement programs for the IS Information Management team to address knowledge gaps and enrich knowledge repository within the department.

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

JOB CONDITION:

Standard Working Condition

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or any other related discipline.

An IT related Professional qualification will be an added advantage

Experience:

10 years’ relevant IT experience of which:

Manager track record of 5 years or more; with at least 3 years in relevant sector/ industry

Worked across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous

Experience of Big Data concepts and related Technologies

5 years’ experience in

Development and delivery of large Data Warehouses (using ETL tools, Business Intelligence product Suite)

Relational database

Major systems project with customized applications

3 years hands-on technical project leadership in the following:

Managing teams of 3-8 developers

Managerial capacity

Knowledge of Conceptual Data Warehouse / Data Mart

Exposure to typical Mobile Telecommunications applications

Knowledge of service management principles.

Implementation and ongoing support of large data warehouses

Training:

Operating systems:

Unix – Sun Solaris and True64, MS W2000, Linux

Application development  and Maintenance functions:

PL/SQL and standard SQL

MIS/EIS/EDW/ BI development tools

Reporting Infrastructure – Data modeling

ETL tools

ODS construction and reporting

Metadata tools

User access tools – Business Object preferred

EDW data modeling experience: star schemas, relational modeling, snowflake models and translating logical data models into physical data marts

Minimum Qualification

B.Eng, B.Sc, B.Tech or HND

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SENIOR MANAGER, CORPORATE TRANSACTION
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER, FACILITIES
REGIONAL SECURITY COORDINATOR
NEW MEDIA OFFICER
ADVISOR, STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
MANAGER, STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
SENIOR MANAGER, PUBLIC AFFAIRS
ADVISOR, LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS
FRAUD SYSTEM ANALYST
MANAGER, LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS
SENIOR MANAGER, INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

DUE DATE: 18 January, 2018

Career Opportunities at MTN Nigeria, Saturday 13, January 2018