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Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Kingdom Africa Vacancies

Kingdom Africa aims to revitalise the TV experience in Africa by showcasing wholesome inspirational, educative, informative and entertaining programmes for the whole family. Kingdom Africa aims to position ourselves to be more than a traditional Gospel TV station showing programmes from Christian ministry alone, the Station features various genre of programming including Gospel based reality TV shows, Musical shows, inspirational programs, Drama, Talk shows and many other programmes designed to make a positive difference in people’s values, behavioural patterns and their relationship to God and the people they relate to. Kingdom Africa has a platform to reach out to hundreds of millions of homes across Africa by broadcasting via DSTV the most popular digital satellite broadcasting service provider in Africa.

Kingdom Africa recognises that the quality of its staff and their contributions represent its most significant asset in fulfilling its mission. We wish to attract staff who are keen to join and who, once here, will feel proud to be contributing to our success. In return, Kingdom Africa aims to ensure that the career and personal potential of staff is rewarded, recognised and developed in a properly resourced and supportive environment.

Kingdom Africa considers all our staff as Christian ministers using the media to minister in the 21st century world, only spirit-filled Christians who are ministry inclined need apply. To apply please download job description below and email CV to
careers@kingdomafrica.tv . The title of your email MUST be the position you are applying for otherwise your application will not be processed. No job telephone enquiries please, all information is available on our Website.

1. Position - Business Development Manager

Role - The role of the Business Development Manager is to deliver the agreed sales targets in order to establish Kingdom Africa as the recognised channel of choice with all stakeholders within the Christian media in Africa.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV and some sample of work to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

2. Position - Administrative Executive

Role - The role of the administrative Execuive is to provide administrative support within the Kingdom Africa’s office.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV and some sample of work to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

3. Position - Graphics & Website Designer

Role - The role of the Graphics & Website Designer is to visualize and develop graphic designs for adverts and websites.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV and some sample of work to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

4. Position - Operations Manager

Role - The role of the Operations manager is to establish and maintain effective and efficient office procedures to support the smooth operations of Kingdom Africa. This includes but is not limited to financial management, business planning and contract negotiation for all services.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

5. Position - TV Programme Presenters

Role - The role of the TV Programme presenter is to introduce, host (or co-host) a programme, creating links between items, introducing and interviewing guests and interacting with the audience.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

6. Position - Broadcast Content Production Manager

Role - The role of the Broadcast content production manager is to manage, schedule & supervise television production including pre-production and post-production.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

7. Position - 3D/ 2D Graphics Animator

Role - The role of the 2D/3D Graphics animator is to visualize and develop animation features for television programmes and adverts.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

8. Position - Studio & Editing Executive

Role - The role of the Studio & Editing executive is to assist in the studio during recording, schedule programmes for broadcast, as well as edit Video into finished production to be aired on TV.

Location - Lagos, Nigeria

Salary - Negotiable (Depending on experience)

To apply please download Job description at http://www.kingdomafrica.tv/ and email CV to careers@kingdomafrica.tv

iiTA Jobs: Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is Africa's leading research partner in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We are a nonprofit organization founded in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research

Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist (Ref: DDG-R4D/RTA/01/10)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist. IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/

Position: The Roots and Tuber Agronomist will work with other agronomists, plant breeders, plant health scientists, social scientists, and other colleagues to develop crop, soil and pest management options for root and tuber systems, with emphasis on cassava and yam based systems. IITA has, in the past, generated several component technologies which when applied in carefully selected combinations and with due consideration to prevailing socioeconomic factors will produce more synergistic and sustained outcomes associated with high cropping system productivity. The Systems Agronomist will provide leadership in synthesizing integrated crop, soil and pest management options with high probability of success in different agro ecological zones in sub-Saharan Africa.

Duty Station: Ibadan, IITA Headquarters, Nigeria. Frequent travel is expected and candidates should be willing to work in small-scale farm settings in Africa.

Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities for the Agronomist will include:
  • Conducting strategic and adaptive research on the agronomy of root and tuber crops, building on past research and responding to needs as identified jointly with project teams.
  • Investigating nutrient flows, nutrient use efficiency, and beneficial cultural practices in the use of fertilizers in root and tuber systems.
  • Investigating adaptation of root and tuber crop germplasm to target environments.
    Designing, planning, testing and disseminating integrated crop, soil and pest management strategies for root and tuber systems that address farmers’ needs along different intensification gradients in sub-Saharan Africa
  • Adapting and testing tools (e.g. simulation models, information systems, and GIS) for matching improved technologies to different farmer-targeted niches for root and tuber crop production.
  • Contributing to studies on genotype x soil fertility interactions and the design of breeding strategies towards increased fertilizer use efficiency in root and tuber cropping systems.
  • Contributing to propagation of selected root and tuber crop varieties for widespread and rapid distribution through links with national programs and the private sector.
  • Resource mobilization through grant proposals and strengthening of partners’ capacities, including co-supervision of postgraduate thesis research with university lecturers.

Educational Requirements: The candidate should have a PhD degree in Agronomy with experience in integrated crop, soil and pest management

Core Competencies:

  • Proven skills and experience in agronomy research both in the field and the laboratory.
    Good scientific publication record.
  • Familiarity with participatory and action research methods.
    Modeling of cropping systems.
  • Computer literacy and statistical data analysis capabilities.
  • Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
  • Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, and team building skills.
  • Fluency in oral and written English and working knowledge of French is an advantage.
    Knowledge of sub-Saharan Africa, and good contacts with NARS scientists in the region is an added advantage.

General Information: The initial appointment is for three years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.

Applications: Interested persons are requested to apply to the Human Resources Manager with a copy of their CV, names and addresses of three referees and a covering letter (not more than 2 pages) indicating their interest/competency in handling the work, overview of similar work undertaken and their comments on the Terms of Reference. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://old.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx.

Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

iiTA Jobs: Extension/Dissemination Specialist

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is Africa's leading research partner in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We are a nonprofit organization founded in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research

Extension/Dissemination Specialist (Ref: DDG –R4D/EDS/10/10)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of an Extension/Dissemination Specialist for the project Putting Nitrogen Fixation to Work for Smallholder Farmers in Africa (N2Africa). IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. http://www.iita.org/

The N2Africa Project is led by Wageningen University, the Netherlands. The project will deploy state-of-the-art legume and rhizobial inoculant technologies to African smallholder farmers to enhance inputs of free atmospheric nitrogen by biological nitrogen fixation, thereby improving crop and livestock productivity, human nutrition and farm income, while enhancing soil health. The project will work in eight countries (DRC, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe) from three hubs situated in East, West and Southern Africa.
Position/Responsibilities: The Extension/Dissemination Specialist will report to the Deputy Director-General (Research), Research for Development of IITA, and within the project to the Project Leader. Substantial attention will be devoted to ensure rapid uptake of existing technologies that will enhance nitrogen inputs into target agroecosystems through nitrogen fixation by grain and forage legumes. Although the successful candidate will work mainly in Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, this work will be conducted in close liaison with parallel project activities in East, Central, and West Africa. Tasks include to:

  • Create/initiate appropriate partnerships to set platforms for technology dissemination
  • Develop and implement tools/technologies to increase farmers awareness and adoption of new technologies
  • Produce specific dissemination tools adapted to needs of farmers groups, agro-dealers, and development partners
  • Conduct collaborative legume and inoculant technology dissemination campaigns and create awareness in farming communities
  • Develop strategies for empowering women to benefit from the project products
  • Provide an educational program to farmers to build capacity in agribusiness
  • Conduct research, with specific application to increasing efficiency and adding value to small scale agricultural business ventures
  • Document new technology uptake in project impact domain
  • Contribute to impact assessment and monitoring and evaluation studies
  • Organize and implement N2Africa field survey campaigns in Project areas.
  • Prepare oral presentations, reports, and scientific articles.
  • Mentor technical staff and (co)-supervise M.Sc and PhD projects
  • Facilitate all aspects of N2Africa field operations and management of logistics in Southern Africa.
  • Meet reporting and monitoring and evaluation requirements of N2Africa
  • Establish effective working relationships and facilitate collaboration with National Agricultural Research Institutes and development agencies.
  • Represent and articulate the N2Africa mission and its scientific accomplishments in local and international settings.

Qualifications/Experience:

  • PhD degree in agricultural extension, agricultural economics, rural and social development or other relevant discipline.
  • Post – doctoral experience strongly preferred with at least 5 years experience in agricultural extension and training, technology transfer, and development of training and dissemination materials in relation to sustainable livelihoods.
  • Whilst the intention is to appoint a person of outstanding scientific reputation, particular emphasis will also be placed on proven qualities for leadership.
  • Experience of managing networks and/or multi-institutional and multi-cultural collaborative projects will be an advantage.
  • Strong client service orientation.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to motivate people to produce quality work within tight timeframes.
  • Valid driving license.

Core Competencies:

  • Team player with personality traits that enable him/her to motivate and communicate with all levels of the professional and support staff.
  • Self-starting, energetic style, with an ability to work effectively with little day-to-day direction or supervision.
  • Reputation of integrity, high intelligence, creativity and the ability to exercise good judgment.
    Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to establish rapport and credibility with people at all organizational levels, forming strong relationships, both internally and externally.
  • Committed to transparency and continuous improvement in a cooperative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning.
  • Fluency in English; French or Portuguese an advantage.

General Information: The successful applicant will be offered an initial two year contract, renewable subject to six (6) months probation period of good performance. This initial contract is renewable subject to good and acceptable performance. The successful applicant will be expected to start working as early as possible after selection but not later than 1 December 2010. IITA offers an internationally competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the position’s responsibilities and the education and experience of the successful candidate.

Applications: Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, full curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Applications including lists of publications should be sent to Mrs. L. Mendoza, Human Resources Manager at the email address IITA-HR@cgiar.org

Closing Date: November 19, 2010.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

iiTA Jobs:Sustainable Tree Crops Program (STCP) Finance Manager

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is Africa's leading research partner in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture.
We are a nonprofit organization founded in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research


Sustainable Tree Crops Program (STCP) Finance Manager (Ref: DDG-R4D/STCP/FM/10/10)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of a Finance Manager. IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. http://www.iita.org/

Position/Responsibilities: The position of STCP Finance Manager will be based at the STCP Regional Office in Accra, Ghana. The STCP operates in Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon and therefore the Finance Manager will be expected to travel to these countries. The position will coordinate and provide support to the country offices on all accounting and financial matters and prepare regular financial updates for management. The position will be responsible for the final preparation of all STCP financial reports for specific projects. In collaboration with the country offices the position will analyse cost data of major activities and prepare study reports. He/She will report to the STCP Program Manager.

Specific Duties
a. Monitor funds disbursed by the STCP by specific activities and funds available.

b. Regularly update the STCP Program Manager on financial matters.
c. Ensure that each STCP country has a fully operational accounting and finance system in place.
d. Assist in the implementation of finance policies, procedures and systems in the STCP.
e. Ensure compliance with IITA procedures and guidelines at country and regional levels.
f. Review country and regional financial reports for completeness and accuracy.
g. Assist in the drafting of project proposals.
h. Assist, in conjunction with IITA Contracts & Grant Office, in the preparation of project contracts with donors and partners.

Personnel Management
a. Mentor and support country accountants/finance managers.
b. Provide training to program staff on finance and accountancy issues.
c. In coordination with the Program Manager and country managers undertake staff appraisals of the program’s finance/accountancy staff.

Administrative Duties
a. Assist with administrative support to the country offices
b. Assist with the compliance and implementation of IITA policy and procedures in the STCP.
c. Visit country offices to review finance, accounts and administrative procedures and systems.

Finance and Budgeting
a. Ensure that country offices act in accordance with country laws and standards of accounting practice.
b. Review, with the objective of gaining a clear understanding, IITA budget guidelines and instructions.c. Review all funding allocations and to ensure proper guidance to programs and proper coding.
d. Follow any new procedure and guidelines designated by IITA.
e. Produce monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management.
f. Prepare the necessary documentation for payments by donors and follow up.
g. Prepare finance/accountancy guidelines/manuals for program staff.
h. Report immediately to the Program Manager any financial irregularities.

Financial Management/Analysis
a. Assist and support country teams with the recording of essential cost data and information.
b. Assist country teams with the analysis and presentation of the costs of key activities.
c. In collaboration with regional officers compare activity costs from the countries and prepare reports and studies.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation
a. Report to the Program Manager any irregularities within the program on policy and procedures.
b. Assess potential financial risks and recommend ways to mitigate identified risks.

Audit
a. Assist in financial audit, including the provision of audit schedules and the clearing of audit queries.

General
a. Undertake any other duties assigned by the Program Manager.

Qualifications/Experience:
  • Advanced degree in a relevant field - accounting, business administration, public administration, and management, preferably an MBA
  • Must be a Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant
  • Preferably with 10 years progressive experience in managing corporate finance, including reporting to senior management
  • Excellent interpersonal and team building skills
  • Proficiency in at least one major enterprise management system (oracle, sun, etc.) and relevant computer applications
  • Experience in a multidisciplinary research organization and cross- cultural environment, preferably in a not-for-profit organization and rural development would be advantageous
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is essential
  • Experience in staff training and mentoring will be an advantage
  • Knowledge of French is an added value

General information: Initial appointment is for two years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars. This is a regional position and is open to nationals and residents of Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Liberia and Nigeria.

Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://old.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx
Closing Date: November 15, 2010
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Civil Engineer and Supervisor for BSc and HND

Civil Engineer

The candidate must:

- have 10 years experience
- have experience in road/work/construction
- should have experience in use of earth moving equipment

Qualifications

- BSc in Civil Engineering
- Applicant with Coren will be an added advantage.

Supervisor

The candidate must:

- have 5 years experience in road work construction
- should have experience in use of earth moving equipment

Qualifications

- HND in Civil Engineering

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicant should submit CV to: civil2020@yahoo.com

Or to: The Advertiser,

P. O. Box 73895, Victoria Island, Lagos

Deadline for submission of Application: 9th November, 2010

Adexen Nigeria: Senior Marketing Manager

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.

Senior Marketing Manager

Our client is a large international group operating in the industry. The group is looking for a Senior Marketing manager to support their organization in Nigeria.
This is a very good opportunity to join an international group offering important career oppportunities.

Job Description
  • The Senior Marketing manager will manage company’s overall marketing and strategic planning programs.

  • He will work in close relation with the Sales Director.

  • He will be responsible for developing and executing marketing stratĂ©gies in close coopĂ©ration with the Sales Director to delivers measurable results.

  • He will manage the Market Intelligence process to drive the company’s growth strategies

  • This position is a strategic position within one of the international key players in his field. It is a real opportunity to join a dynamic and developing group.

Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Marketing & Strategy
• Design, implement, effective new methods and tools to continuously improve company market knowledge and understanding.
• Design appropriate market research projects that address key business issues. Present research results, translating statistical data into recommendations for internal stakeholders. Interact directly with senior management, to provide business intelligence based on research.
• Evaluates customer research, market conditions, competitor activities and implement marketing plans
• Identifies customer/market needs and develops value propositions to meet the needs.
• Defines criteria and methodology to rate and target all market players.
• Collects and analyze information on potential customers, competitors, and industry partners as well as overall market and regulatory dynamics. Prepares regular reports.
• Identifies homogeneous and differentiated end use segments according to decision makers.
• Assesses BU capability to serve most attractive segment where the company will create most value for customers and chooses the segments to focus on.
• Anticipates the areas where there is a risk of dissatisfaction, identifies the actions and processes to implement to avoid problems, and validates them with the customers.
• Defines and implements action plans to restore/raise the confidence of the whole customer base.
• Defines the scope, processes and methologies of customer satisfaction and loyalty measurement, and ensure their correct use within the company.
• Makes the marketing strategy evolve according to customer feedback; set diagnosis, objectives and priorities for the BU.

Advertising
• Works in close relation with the communication department to plans and follow the company’s advertising and promotion activities including all medias.
• Contributes to design, layout and production of promotional materials.
• Evaluates market reactions to advertising programs, pricing policy, and product packaging and formulation to ensure the timely adjustment of marketing strategy and plans to meet changing market and competitive conditions.

Sales
• Supports the sales force and distributors by providing marketing information and tools.
Management
• Provide coaching and guidance to subordinates in the performance of their duties and functions.

Qualifications/Experience
• Good understanding of industry environment and FMCG.
• Diploma or Degree in Business Management or Marketing
• At least 8 to 10 years experience in Sales, Marketing, Advertising and Promotions.
• Extensive experience in developing, maintaining and delivering on marketing strategies to meet company objectives.
• Capable of presenting in deep analysis to board members and to contribute strategically to the Company development.
• Dynamic, result-oriented and able to deliver and achieve target.
• Should have team management experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What is on offer
Good package.

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA431_senior-marketing-manager.html

Adexen Nigeria: GMHR Central Africa (Lagos, Nigeria)

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates.We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.

GMHR Central Africa

Adexen Recruitment Agency is looking for a GMHR Central Africa for an international FMCG Group.

Job Description
  • The GMHR Central Africa must have a solid experience in a similar position in the FMCG industry.

  • The primary scope of this function is to build and protect the Company’s most valuable asset which is the Human Resources by fostering a culture of ‘’equal opportunity employer’’ and building.

  • He/she must recruit and develop the right talents with the right skills and competencies to achieve the Company’s mission, vision and values.

Responsibilities

HR Operation Regional Level

  • Plan, develop and implement strategy for HR management and development at the regional level (including recruitment and selection policy/practices, discipline, grievance, counseling, pay and conditions, contracts, training and development, succession planning, morale and motivation, performance appraisals and quality management issues)

  • Management of Manpower Planning, Recruitment, Selection and Placement Process
    Organizational development & compensation strategy

  • Performance Management, Identifying Training and Development needs Analysis and Development of Training Plans

  • Establish and maintain appropriate RH systems for measuring necessary aspects of HR development

  • Monitor, measure and report on HR issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales

  • Manage all employee relations including managing conflicts, dismissal, corrective measures as well as conducting exit interviews and performance evaluation

  • Liaise with all functional/departmental managers so as to understand all necessary aspects and needs of HR development, and to ensure they are fully informed of HR objectives, purposes and achievements

  • Other areas being - Retention; Utilizations; Productivity; Resource development; Training effectiveness; Interviewing efficiency

Strategic Management

  • Partnering with senior line management to execute HR direction, design, and strategy within the business unit(s) to ensure alignment with strategic business requirements and change management initiatives

Process Management

  • Knowledge of core HR processes

  • Develop and implement Human Resource best practices.

  • Manage and modify Human Resource practices and procedures to effectively integrate company acquisitions to ensure consistency and efficiency.

Qualifications/Experience

  • Business school or equivalent specialization in HR management

  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a similar position especially in a FMCG or large industrial setup handling all HR matters

  • Thorough knowledge of Program Planning, implementation and evaluation principles, practices and procedures

  • Should have good analytical and numeracy skills

  • Excellent in problem solving, analytical skills

  • Ability to work in multicultural environment and under pressure

  • Previous experience in Africa

  • Excellent command in English

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0444_gmhr-central-africa.html

VSO JOB: Country Director (Tanzania; Uganda; Malawi and Nigeria)



VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach involves bringing people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action, and change lives to make the world a fairer place for all. From grassroots community groups to government ministries, we work with a vast range of agencies, to achieve carefully devised development plans. We are rigorous in selecting our partner employers, and do our best to ensure that they possess structures within which you can be effective.
Job Title: Country Director
Job Description
An experienced Country Director, you will almost certainly have experience of managing development or humanitarian programmes at a senior management level successfully, and be able to use your excellent leadership, negotiation and relationship building skill to implement VSO strategy and development initiatives. Your project management ability will mean that all programmes will be planned, resourced and implemented and your financial strengths and experience of securing external funding and grants will be key to your success. Your excellent communication and relationship building skills will be complemented by your former experience.

Please see our website for specific information on each of our country programmes.

Remuneration

A competitive remuneration package which takes into account the relevant labour market in the development sector will be offered to the most suitable candidate.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your application – composed of a statement (of not more than two pages) explaining why you meet the person specifications, and are the ideal candidate for the job; and a CV (of not more than five pages). Applications should be sent torecruitment.africa@vsoint.org with the following job reference numbers:

VSO/CDTZ for Tanzania
VSO/CDUG for Uganda
VSO/CDML for Malawi
VSO/CDNG for Nigeria


Please include telephone and e – mail contact and details of three referees (one of whom should be your current or most recent employer). Also include details of your current total remuneration package.

VSO, an equal opportunity employer, values inclusion and seeks to have a diverse workforce and therefore welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Deadline for Application: 5th November, 2010

Interviews: 3rd Week of November, 2010

Expected Start Date: 1st January, 2011

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Adexen Nigeria: Senior Marketing Manager

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa.
Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.


Senior Marketing Manager
Our client is a large international group operating in the industry. The group is looking for a Senior Marketing manager to support their organization in Nigeria. This is a very good opportunity to join an international group offering important career oppportunities.


Job description
The Senior Marketing manager will manage company’s overall marketing and strategic planning programs. He wil work in close relation with the Sales Director.
  • He will be responsible for developing and executing marketing stratĂ©gies in close coopĂ©ration with the Sales Director to delivers measurable results.
  • He will manage the Market Intelligence process to drive the company’s growth strategies

This position is a strategic position within one of the international key players in his field. It is a real opportunity to join a dynamic and developing group.

Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Marketing & Strategy
• Design, implement, effective new methods and tools to continuously improve company market knowledge and understanding.
• Design appropriate market research projects that address key business issues. Present research results, translating statistical data into recommendations for internal stakeholders. Interact directly with senior management, to provide business intelligence based on research.
• Evaluates customer research, market conditions, competitor activities and implement marketing plans
• Identifies customer/market needs and develops value propositions to meet the needs.
• Defines criteria and methodology to rate and target all market players.
• Collects and analyze information on potential customers, competitors, and industry partners as well as overall market and regulatory dynamics. Prepares regular reports.
• Identifies homogeneous and differentiated end use segments according to decision makers.
• Assesses BU capability to serve most attractive segment where the company will create most value for customers and chooses the segments to focus on.
• Anticipates the areas where there is a risk of dissatisfaction, identifies the actions and processes to implement to avoid problems, and validates them with the customers.
• Defines and implements action plans to restore/raise the confidence of the whole customer base.
• Defines the scope, processes and methologies of customer satisfaction and loyalty measurement, and ensure their correct use within the company.
• Makes the marketing strategy evolve according to customer feedback; set diagnosis, objectives and priorities for the BU.
Advertising
• Works in close relation with the communication department to plans and follow the company’s advertising and promotion activities including all medias.
• Contributes to design, layout and production of promotional materials.
• Evaluates market reactions to advertising programs, pricing policy, and product packaging and formulation to ensure the timely adjustment of marketing strategy and plans to meet changing market and competitive conditions.
Sales
• Supports the sales force and distributors by providing marketing information and tools.
Management
• Provide coaching and guidance to subordinates in the performance of their duties and functions.

Qualifications/Experience
• Good understanding of industry environment and FMCG.
• Diploma or Degree in Business Management or Marketing
• At least 8 to 10 years experience in Sales, Marketing, Advertising and Promotions.
• Extensive experience in developing, maintaining and delivering on marketing strategies to meet company objectives.
• Capable of presenting in deep analysis to board members and to contribute strategically to the Company development.
• Dynamic, result-oriented and able to deliver and achieve target.
• Should have team management experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What is on offer : Good package.

How to Apply

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Click Here to Apply: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA431_senior-marketing-manager.html

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Leading Edge Consulting: Head – Internal Audit

Leading Edge Consulting recruits Head – Internal Audit for an Insurance Company Nigeria
Our client is a high performing and technology driven insurance company. It requires the services of dedicated, top of range professionals.


Head – Internal Audit (LEC/CHP/HIA10/02)

Job Description
The position reports to the Managing Director/CEO and is responsible for managing internal audit processes and safeguarding the assets and capital of the company, ensuring company-wide compliance with established controls and proferring solutions on all internal audit matters of the Company.

Person Specifications
  • Minimum of HND or First Degree in Accounting. An MBA will be an added advantage.
  • Must possess ACA or equivalent professional quualification . Possession of ACIIN will be an added advantage.
  • A minimum of 5 years post-qualification audit experience, of which at least 3 years must have been in the Financial industry- the ideal candidate must understand corporate governance principles and practices, legal and regulatory framework of the insurance business and have practical knowledge of audit, investigation and forensic accounting.
  • He/She must have good knowledge of the internal audit system, investment and claims management, hands-on experience on cost and management accounting, as well as financial accounting and analysis.
  • Must be a person with proven organizational, leadership, analytical and interpersonal skills with an excellent use of IT applications in business and finance.

HOW TO APPLY
Suitable candidates should send their applications and comprehensive curriculum vitae (containing functional email addresses and mobile telephone numbers) as well as evidence of their current renumeration not later than 12th October 2010 to : leadingedge@cobranet.org
Please use the Ref No as the subject or by courier to

The Director

– MCS Leading Edge Consulting

202 Awolowo Road (3rd Floor)IkoyiLagos
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Globalwise Resources Limited: Finance Manager (Lagos)

Globalwise Resources Limited is an Investment and General services organization with core competence in Facility Management, Real Estates and Property Consultancy, Outsourcing and Recruiting, Oil and gas, Logistics and a General service firm i.e. General contract. We have at your service, young and dynamic professionals highly experienced in all business units as stated to cater for your investment goals & objectives. For whatever service you subscribe to, we guarantee a highly bespoke approach with our ultimate pledge to always act in your best interest. We are a team of Young and Dynamic professionals. We have build our business around four strategic business units:- Real Estate ; Facility Management; Outsourcing Recruitment and General Business ( Oil & Gas and Logistic) From inception we have been able to carryout quite a number of projects with high degree of satisfaction both locally and internationally.Our own idea of rendering services is to grow with client and be the best friend to call in the time of need. We take interest in the business survival of our clients and have been able to develop personalized services to suit the need of our selected clients.We are a relationship based company and take time to fully understand the needs and expectations of our clients, thus providing a comprehensive strategic partnership to your business.We strive to match service agreements with the expectations, strategic business needs and financial boundaries of our clients so we can deliver performance targets that meet their expectations. We are successful because of our integrated team approach.

Globalwise Resources Limited is recruiting for

Finance Manager

Job Category: Banking/Financial Services

Job Description:

• Oversee the monthly closing and reporting cycle ensuring deadlines are met;

• Manage tax compliance and audit functions across regional rep/branch office operations;

• Perform continuous review and development of processes across the region to improve both reporting and cost efficiencies;

• Manage and control the preparation of operational and cash budgets and re-forecast;

• Supervise, motivate, coach and conduct performance reviews for staff;• Budgeting and forecasting;• Cash collection and debtor control;

• Tender review and contracts management;

• Regional insurance and claims management;

• Special projects as directed by the CFO and CFC;

Application Deadline: 10th October 2010

HOW TO APPLY

Send your applications and CV to info@globalwiseresources.com

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