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Saturday, April 9, 2011

Adexen Nigeria: Legal Adviser

Adexen Recruitment Agency is looking for a Legal Adviser for the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. Job Description As the legal adviser, this position is part of the management team and will ensure the company has appropriate legal advice on all matters affecting its operations and the Fund and provide expert advice regarding best practice for corporate governance. This position is the primary point of contact for any specific enquiries on company secretarial issues and will advice board members on matters of ethics and good governance. Responsibilities ■Legal and corporate governance leadership for the company’s and Fund’s activities; ensuring compliance within regulatory frameworks. ■Legal watch ■Redaction of contracts and agreements ■Supervise outside legal counsel exchanges ■Leadership and optimization in corporate governance in line with regulatory frameworks. ■Maintenance of legal and corporate documents and records - Timely annual statutory returns and regulatory filings ■Administration of general meetings, board meetings and committee meetings, including accurate and timely production of meeting packs and minutes of meetings; ■Follow-up of mandates and tasks delegated by the Board and ensure orderly conduct of Board meetings and Board Committee meetings. ■External contact with stakeholders, regulatory authorities, consultants, advisers, sponsor and trade counterparties. Qualifications & Experience ■A graduate of Law (LLB minimum) plus an ICSA or equivalent qualification; ■Minimum of 10 years post–LLB work experience with at least 3 years of experience in a senior legal position in the financial sector, including experience of dealing with corporate governance and business conduct principles in a medium sized to large complex organization. ■Experience in drafting financial contracts and agreement. ■Solid technical knowledge and experience in legal, commercial and business best practices. ■Understanding of board dynamics and excellent organisational, management and communication skills; ■Pack office knowledge ■Familiarity with the Nigerian legal, financial and commercial environment. 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. Click Here to Apply: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0465_legal-adviser.html

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

IITA: Programmer – Systems Integration Project (Ref: DDG-SS/PSIP/01/11)

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 by several countries. Programmer – Systems Integration Project (Ref: DDG-SS/PSIP/01/11) Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Programmer – Systems Integration Project. 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. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA. Position/Responsibilities: IITA seeks a dynamic, and enthusiastic Programmer to drive forward a Systems Integration project that will streamline and integrate business processes and IT systems across the organization to address major functions, including Human Resources, Supply chain, Project Management and Financial Management. He/she will be part of an in house team of four programmers who are well versed in the different programming needs of the different standalone systems. The ideal candidate must be highly organized and resourceful and be able to multi-task and communicate effectively in a professional environment. He/she must be familiar with major programming especially in the use of Java programming language to develop various applications for the web and other purposes. Responsibilities: • Develop in-house software applications and systems based on requests. Ensure security and quality of the software. • Review and validate existing custom applications, re-develop applications where necessary with the internal team of programmers or through consultants/outsourcing. Ensure resulting software meets agreed expectations. • Ensure intra and internet access to IITA's knowledge and information resources including the Alfresco repository, online bibliography, and websites. • Define programming standards to be used for all internally developed applications. Ensure that all internally developed applications are properly documented and follow the institute’s standards. • Support the institute’s efforts in the area of Bioinformatics: to implement externally developed Bioinformatics solutions, to enhance Bioinformatics solutions, and to provide Bioinformatics services to the units. • Analyze the institute’s current global network layout and put in place an appropriate level of security by installing firewalls, Virtual LAN structure and network segmentation. Duty Station: Ibadan, Nigeria Core Competencies: • Experienced Java EE developer. • Knowledge of other programming languages to develop various applications for the web and other purposes. • Experience with using and maintaining Linux, server virtualization • Experience with similar integration processes, preferably in a developing country. • Knowledge of Liferay and Alfresco CRM a plus. • Familiarity with Oracle programming tools will be an asset. General information: The contract is for 12 months, starting as soon as possible. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars. 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: 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 shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Adexen Nigeria: Investment Analyst Performance Risk

Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. The company is looking for an Investment Analyst – Performance Risk for its Nigerian office.

Job description The Investment Analyst – Performance Risk will provide performance and risk analysis support to the investment team. The Position will perform investment and counterparty risk analysis, monitoring and reporting; and will enjoy exposure to a range of marketable securities and alternative asset classes.


Responsibilities  Pre-investment analysis of securities and financial data and risk due diligence report.  Post approval financial and physical monitoring of investments.  Best practice of risk management processes across investment team.  Timely Risk Management Committee review and presentation materials.  Accurate and regular fund performance/attribution analysis and risk reporting.  Accurate and regular risk concentration analysis of fund portfolio.


Qualifications/Experience  A university graduate in a quantitative subject (Maths, Science, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Admin); CFA qualification an advantage;  Long post–B.Sc work experience in the financial/investment industry with at least 8 years of experience in fixed income/real estate, preferable in credit products trading, risk management or research and analysis  Experience in an investment or counterparty risk management or risk control function for an asset manager or hedge fund.  A keen interest in the financial and real estate markets  Problem-solving skills and autonomy.  Familiarity in portfolio management, multi-asset class allocation, capital markets research, investment strategy, and returns/holdings based performance analysis.  Excellent analytical and computer skills and presentation and communication skills;  Excellent understanding of the capital markets and the investment decision process;  Must be able to structure transactions; negotiate deal terms with brokers/agents and with internal investment/risk management team; and close the transaction;


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.


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