KCA DEUTAG Recruits for Drillers

KCA DEUTAG is one of the largest drilling contractors outside the Americas. We are responsible for managing more than 100 drilling rig operations, both onshore and offshore, in more than 20 countries and are a world leader in the design and construction of drilling facilities. Our aim is to be the preferred drilling contractor through measurable performance improvement. We are committed to conducting our business in a way that promotes a positive, constructive and consistent KCA DEUTAG culture, with standards and methods of work that support this culture.  "The KCA DEUTAG Way" defines the kind of company that we are and will continue to strive to be for the sake of our employees, our clients, the environment, and the society in which we operate. Our efforts will demonstrate respect for our people, the environment, the communities in which we operate, and ethical business practice as expressed by our commitment to our five core values: Position Title: Drillers   Qualification Valid IWCF or IADC certificate is essential. Application Closing Date: 13 September 2012 How To Apply interested and qualified candidates should Click here to Apply

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Supply Chain Supervisor at 3M Company

3M, A leading multinational is a diversified technology company serving customers and communities with innovative products and services. Each of our seven businesses has earned leading global market positions.

3M is looking to recruit  Chain Supply Supervisor to manage the full supply chain process.

Responsibilities:

The person will be responsible for leading the supply chain objectives in line wih global policies and procedures.
The individual will be working with Sales, Marketing and Finance department to ensure there is a balance with customer service and inventory levels to optimize business results.
The person will lead departmental meetings within area of responsibility, monitor department operational expenses and allocate resources according to priorities.
The person needs to identify, define and implement improvements to supply chain processes and performance.
Reporting to the General Manager


Qualification:
The candidate must have minimum of first degree.
3-4 years management experience in a Supply Chain role.
Multinational experience is an advantage.
Application Closing Date
30 September, 2012

Method of Application
Should you be interested in applying for the role, please submit your resume to mmmakofane@mmm.com before close of business on the 30 September 2012.

Should you not hear from the company within 2 weeks of closing date then it is assumed your application is unsuccessful.

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Etadu Nigeria Limited vacancies (5 Positions)

Etadu Nigeria Limited, a company whose head office is in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, producing drinking water, is poised to employ managers to run its factory sited of Aka-Etinan Road, in Mbierebe Obio, Uyo capital city Territory.

Etadu Nigeria Limited is recruiting to fill the following vacant positions:

Positions available are:
   1.     General Manager
   2.     Manager Administration & Accounts
   3.     Manager Marketing & Sales
   4.     Manager Production

Applicants must be computer literate and possess
Bachelor of Science/Higher National Diploma in relevant fields i. e,: Management; Engineering; Accountancy;
Have at least 5 years working experience in a similar industry.
Not be older than forty (40) years of age or younger than twenty (20) years of age
Attach names & addresses of three (3) referees, one of which must be a former employer

Receptionist: Wanted Female with National Diploma in Secretarial Studies, must be computer literate, and not more than thirty (30) years of age.


Renumeration
Salaries & Benefits are Negotiable

Application Closing Date
5 September, 2012

Method of Application
All applications should be sent through e-mail to etadunigerialtd@yahoo.com , With scanned copies of all documents.

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CURRENT VACANCIES at STAG ENGINEERING ( 7 POSITIONS )

VACANCIES :
Applications are invited for the following positions at our Branch Office: Abuja/Port-Harcourt/Benin/Kano 
SALES ENGINEER:
BSC/HND Mechanical/Electrical Engineers with at least 5 years experience in similar position
SALES RECEPTIONIST:
HND Mechanical/Electrical Engineers with knowledge on Power Generating plant and equip ment
DIESEL INJECTOR PUMP TECHNICIAN:
HND Mechanical – must be computer literate and knowledge on Hartridge/Bosch plant will be an added advantage. 
FINANCE ASSISTANT:
ACA/HND Accounting with 5 years working experience
SECRETARY/ADMIN OFFICER:
HND/BSC Accounting with 5 years working experience
DIESEL MECHANIC:
Govt Trade Test 1, C&G Certificate with 5 years experience
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION TECH:
Govt Trade Test Grade 1, C&G Certificate with 5 years experience.
TO APPLY
All applications with CV together with photocopies of credentials should be forwarded within two weeks of this publication to:
Email: careers@stagengineering.com, vi@stagengineering.com
OR
P.O. Box 353 Surulere
Lagos, Nigeria
DUE DATE: 5 September, 2012

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NECONDE RECENT VACANCIES ( 4 POSITIONS )

Neconde is a growing Global Energy Company in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for being recognised as one of the leading energy companies in the world. 
GEOSCIENCES TEAM LEADER
PETROLEUM ENGINEERING TEAM LEADER
SENIOR RESERVOIR ENGINEER
GEOSCIENCES TEAM LEADER
This role will be involved in the exploration, appraisal , feasibility studies creation and field development planning of discovered fields, as well as in optimising recovery from the producing field.

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interpreting data to determine subsurface geology and the economic importance of natural resources, using sophisticated technical software.
Assessing the potential quality of mineral and hydrocarbon resources.
Planning and undertaking an exploration drilling programme, after collecting and modelling all available data.
Developing geological models of the earth’s subsurface to understand the geological structure, rock characteristics and likely distribution of oil,gas,mineral-bearing strata.
Advising engineers and senior management on geological factors affecting exploration.
Implementing new technologies and collation of information in the field from geological modelling and seismic processing.
Planning the location and trajectory of development wells and putting well proposal together in conjuction with the multidisciplinary team.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must have a university degree in Geology or Geophysics with a minimum of ten years relevant experience in an oil producing environment (operating companies preferred).
A relevant Master’s degree is a plus.
Candidates must also be creative, have leadership skills, be self- starters and have a broad-based integrated Geology and Geophysics background with a good understanding of Niger-Delta geology.
PETROLEUM ENGINEERING TEAM LEADER
This job involves maximising hydrocarbon recovery at minimum cost while maintainig a strong emphasis on reducing environmental impact.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITY AND ACTIVITIES:
Compiling detailed development plans of reservoir performance using mathematical models to ensure maximum economic recovery.
Managing contractor relationships in relation to health , safety and environmental performance.
Supervising well site operations personnel and managing staff at all levels of the team, including training.
Liaising with separate department to ensure correct progress with projects.
To determine the most likely locations of hydrocarbon reservoirs, and map the extent of the field.
Liasing with the geoscientists, production and reservoir engineers and commercial managers to interprete well- logging results and predict production potential.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must have a university degree in petroleum, mechanical or chemical Engineering or closely related disciplines, with ten years relevant experience in an oil producing environment (operating companies preferred).
Must posses a broad-based petroleum engineering experience covering production and reservoir engineering.
Candidates with experience in reservoir modeling or field operations will be a plus.
Candidates must be creative, have leadership skills and be self starters.
SENIOR RESERVOIR ENGINEER
This role involves working with integrated team of geoscientists, production engineers, field operators to identify, develop and execute profitable capital projects which increase profitability and reserves.
MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITY:
Ability to create, design, implement and post appraise cost effective and economically successful work over and drilling/ completion programs.
Improving the profitability of OML 42 fields using reservoir analysis/ management techniques.
Ability to use petroleum engineering theory to solve problems and identify enhancement opportunities.
Ability to interact and work effectively with cross- functional teams and working interest partners.
Proficiency in reservoir engineering and pattern management practices including but not limited to, material balance, injection optimization, conformance improvement, flood pattern surveillance and performance forecasting.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A university degree in mechanical, petroleum or chemical engineering.
Minimum of eight years relevant experience in reservoir engineering in a reputable oil producing company.
Must possess excellent mastery of reservoir engineering principles and fundamentals and be able to conduct full field reservoir studies independentl.
Proficient in all required technical and economic software packages- Eclispe, Petrel, MS Office- Access.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Work with minimal supervision
Leadership skills- ability to mentor less experienced engineers.
Ability to work under pressure
Organizational Commitment
Self Starter.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should forward their resumes to hr@neconde.com.ng and use the job title as the subject of the email.
DUE DATE: 2012-09-05

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JOB VACANCIES at GLOBAL RIGHTS - NATURAL RESOURCES AND HUMAN PROGRAM OFFICER

NATURAL RESOURCES AND HUMAN PROGRAM OFFICER :
LOCATION: Abuja, Nigeria 
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Reporting to the Nigeria Country Director, the Program Officer is responsible for the day to day management of the Nigeria Office Natural Resources and Human Rights Program and for deisign, conducting, monitoring and evaluating local capacity building initiatives and ensuring their effectiveness.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A university degree in law, human rights, natural resources, development or a related field.
Strong academic and professional background in natural resources and human rights
At least five years of progressive responsibility in humana rights or development work, particularly in the areas of human rights or natural resources governance
Demonstrated experience in managing governance projects, in particular natural resources and community organizing
Demonstrated skills in training, curriculum development, and report writing.
Demonstrated skill in legal research and analysis, in particular in relation to gender equality standards
Knowledge of international, region, and domestic human rights instruments
Masters degree in law, human rights, international relations or development studies
Working knowledge of Hausa language and pidgin English preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and use of the internet
Capacity to work within a collaborative framework with other organizations, governmental officials, staff and civil society groups within a multidisciplinary  and multicultural setting
Ability to establish priorities and to develop, coordinate and monitor work plans
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership to resolve problems
Tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
Demonstrated good judgment.
Capacity to work in hostile environments and to related to individuals and communities who are exposed to rights abuses
Remuneration is competitive.

TO APPLY
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No calls please. Send resume, cover letter and professional writing sample by email by:
Nigeria Natural Resources and Human Rights
Program Officer Search
Fax: +1 (202) 822 4606
Email: globalrightsnigeria@globalrights.org

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CTC Managing Director - GE Nigeria

CTC Managing Director Nigeria .. 

What do you envision for your future? At GE Healthcare, we strive to see life more clearly. Our "healthymagination" vision for the future invites the world to join us on our journey as we continuously develop innovations focused on reducing healthcare costs, increasing access and improving quality and efficiency around the world.

Position Title: CTC Managing Director Nigeria 
Career Level:  Experienced
Function:  Sales
Function Segment:  Functional Management
Location:  Nigeria
City:   Ikoyi - Lagos

Role Summary/Purpose:
GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.Lead the execution of all the GE Healthcare projects included in the Company-to-Country agreement with the MoH of Nigeria. Develop and manage the GEHC CTC projects team. Working closely with IB team and GE Global Operations team, act as the primary interface for GE Healthcare projects in all governments meetings and establish strong relationships with Nigeria MOH.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Scope, develop and drive from inception to hand-over all the GE Healthcare projects part of the CTC agreements which includes but is not limited to the development of hospitals, diagnostic centers, renovation of existing healthcare facilities, rural healthcare programs, education centers, public-private partnerships & micro-financing program.
• Work closely with Government bodies, GGO, GEHC (IB, HHS, Zone) & GE CMC teams to define the best strategy for structuring those projects either directly or in partnership with investors, operators, integrators, construction companies, consultants etc.
• Create innovative ways to structure integrated those projects … actively build synergies between GE Healthcare businesses, coordinate selling effort on projects.
•  Leverage GEHC & CMC capabilities financing capabilities to address projects funding needs.
• Develop, lead and drive the the GEHC CTC team.
• Ensure overall continuous communication/coordination and reporting to senior management.
• Drive early risk assessment, orders forecasts, regular projects milestones review with all functions (Legal, Compliance, Finance, Sales, Service).

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration or related field.
• 8+ years experience in marketing, product marketing or related field.
• Ability to lead teams and shape/lead growth vision and marketing strategy.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Understanding of Healthcare Policy and Strategies in the targetted markets.
• Capable to lead & structure multiple complex projects, project management skills.
• Strong analytical and process skills , Strong influencing skills with Consultative selling skills.
• Strong executive presence & leadership, experienced team manager.

Desired Characteristics:

• Deep marketing expertise in market & customer insights, product commercialization. 
• Healthcare product/industry acumen. 
• Peripheral vision to nurture creative ideas and innovation. 
• Prior experience in a leadership role with direct reports.
• Innovation – develop new ideas through collaboration and execute on creative ideas.
• Team oriented – ability to motivate and work well with diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Deep knowledge of GEHC resources & processes, solid connections within the business P/Ls Knowledge.

Application Closing Date:15th September, 2012
How To Apply:Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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Investment Banking Analyst at Africapital

Africapital Management Limited (Africapital) is a corporate finance advisory business focused on providing solutions to Infrastructure, Energy and industrial FMCG clients.

Africapital wants to recruit an investment banking analyst.

Job Title: Investment Banking Analyst
Profile:
The ideal candidate should have some finance and accounting experience, preferably having worked as an analyst in investment banking or as an audit senior in accounting/consulting or related fields, and who is interested in working in a growing team environment with a high degree of client contact.

Responsibilies:

• Providing support in the execution of Debt and Equity Capital raising transactions
• Due diligence on clients for corporate finance transactions
• Project development transactions
• M&A and certain principal investment opportunities.
• Providing support to firm’s principals in originating transactions, client acquisition and idea generation.

Qualifications: (Candidates with no exposure to the following need not apply)

• Basic understanding of corporate finance, including: Valuation of: Public and Private comparable company compilation, analysis and interpretation; Discounted Cash Flow, Return Analysis, Understanding different types of debt and equity securities.
• Excellent power point presentation skills.
• Other: No specific industry knowledge is required but knowledge of Infrastructure and Energy sectors will be useful.
• The ideal candidate needs to be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision;
• Must like working in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Experience in Excel financial modeling, including detailed income statement forecasting and multiple scenario analysis, capital structure modeling, LBO and Merger modeling.
• Minimum of 1-3 years working experience.
   

Application Closing Date 25 August, 2012 

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send CVs to:

Africapital Management Limited
3A Osborne Road, Ikoyi
Lagos, NigeriaEmail: info@africapitalmanagement.com

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Account Manager Job- GE Africa

What do you envision for your future? At GE Healthcare, we strive to see life more clearly. Our "healthy magination" vision for the future invites the world to join us on our journey as we continuously develop innovations focused on reducing healthcare costs, increasing access and improving quality and efficiency around the world. 

We are a $17 billion unit of General Electric Company (NYSE: GE), employing more than 46,000 people worldwide and serving healthcare professionals in more than 100 countries. We believe in our strategy - and we'd like you to be a part of it. As a global leader, GE can bring together the best in science, technology, business and people to help solve one of the world's toughest challenges and shape a new age of healthcare.

Posted Position Title: Account Manager

Career Level: Experienced

Function: Sales

Function Segment: Client Account and Affiliate Origination and Management

Location: Nigeria
City: Ikoyi - Lagos

Role Summary/Purpose:GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.In this role, you will be responsible for selling GE Healthcare products or services to and maintaining relationships with existing named accounts including large, complex, high visibility, strategic, or tactically important accounts. Specialized knowledge in breadth and/or depth, as well sales experience as an expert in the field will be necessary to execute the job (for LifeSciences – responsible selling into both Academic and Pharmaceuticals).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prospecting for new customers and business in addition to growing and maintaining the existing customer portfolio, and qualifying new leads to maintain identified business to support a balanced sales funnel for future sales
• Generating proposals, preparing sales quotations, planning customer meetings, and demonstrating equipment capabilities on assigned products in assigned territory
• Sales negotiation and deal closure at the customer, interfacing with all key buying influencers such as direct users of the product, but also department heads and CXO level personnel
• Expected to sell point of sale service contracts, financing and drive margin though selling value and holding price
• Develop and maintain a high level of product knowledge of GE and competitive products
• Achieve annual and quarterly achievement of multiple order and revenue targets through accurate monthly and quarterly forecasting, by prioritizing selling time to generate sales volume, achieve account penetration and complete territory coverage
• Maintaining satisfactory after-sale relationships and development of long-term customer relationships coupled with the ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities that immediately satisfy customer needs
• Develop account penetration strategies for key target and competitive accounts and communicating current market intelligence back to the business, along with field concerns, issues and requirements
• Providing leadership in market analysis and development/execution of strategies and action plans to drive product sales

Qualifications/Requirements:

• At least one of the following core experiences: 4+ years of consultative sales experience including strategic selling and negotiation, Graduate of a GE Commercial Leadership Program, 5+ years GEHC experience in customer facing role(s), or 5+ years in progressively larger formal leadership roles working in a complex technical environment
• Willingness to travel within your specified geographic region with occasional overnight stays depending on geography and business need.
• To the extent you are applying for a position that requires you to operate a GE owned/leased, privately owned/leased or rental vehicle for company business, you must be willing to submit to a check of your driving record

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• Previous Healthcare high-end capital equipment sales experience or LifeScience 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently 
• Ability to energize, develop, and build rapport at all levels within an organization 
• Demonstrated ability to analyze customer data and develop financially sound sales offers 
• 7+ years of demonstrated selling skills including customer presentations, price quoting, closing and growing a sales territory 
• Proven executive (CX0) relationship building skills in a hospital/healthcare environment 
• Experience interfacing with both internal team members and external customers as a part of a solution-based sales process 
• Strong communication and clear thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex issues into simple messages

Application Closing Date

14th September, 2012

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

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USAID Recruits Irrigation and Inputs Specialist

For fifty years, USAID programs have saved and improved millions of lives around the world, advanced American values, increased global stability, and driven economic growth in emerging markets. Our long and proud history of helping developing countries and improving quality of life is underpinned by our caring, talented workforce. It is this caring that stands as a hallmark of the Agency and shows the world our true character as a nation. Today, we are the world's premier modern development enterprise, and our 21st Century workforce  find themselves doing the best work in the most amazing places, whether it is helping sick people get HIV/AIDS drugs in the most remote parts of Africa, helping farmers learn how to grow crops better in Asia, or teaching people how to govern themselves democratically.
MARKETS II, a USAID-funded project, is seeking to hire a full time:

Job Title: Irrigation and Inputs Specialist.

Location: Abuja, with travel to project target states as required.

The Irrigation and Inputs Specialist shall coordinate all activities, including planning, implementation and monitoring of MARKETS II irrigation and inputs development strategy, and monitor sub-contractors’ technical assistance activities. S/he will prepare an inventory of available improved pro-poor irrigation technologies, supervise pilot demonstrations of promising irrigation technologies, facilitate training of local manufacturers In irrigation equipment production and marketing, and assist with the development and dissemination of innovative water and soil best practices. The Irrigation and Inputs Specialist will also work with private seed companies on product portfolio review, development of distribution networks, and training of outgrowers on best seed production practices. Additionally, the irrigation and Inputs Specialist will assist with the development of training and training materials in collaboration with private service providers hired by MARKETS II. The Irrigation and Inputs Specialist will assist with M&E activities, draft scopes of work and provide inputs for periodic and quarterly reports. S/he will pay particular attention to the equal participation of women and youth in all activities.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

As directed, the Irrigation and Inputs Specialist is charged with the coordination and supervision of activities, directly or via delegation, as appropriate. These include but are not limited to the following tasks: 

• Supervise the planning, implementation and monitoring of MARKETS II irrigation and inputs development strategy including but not limited to: drafting scopes of work for short- term consultancies; identifying expatriate and local trainers, technical advisors, and marketing specialists in support of irrigation and inputs development; coordinating work of local and expatriate consultants to ensure timely delivery of quality products; and supervisory review of the irrigation and inputs development action plans and the effectiveness of activities.
• Liaise with client firms, other stakeholders and subcontractors to assist with the planning, implementation and monitoring of MARKETS II irrigation and inputs specific activities including, but not limited to: monitoring of subcontractor technical assistance activities and ensuring timely and effective delivery of quality products consistent with expected milestones and results.
• Prepare an inventory document of available proven pro-poor, low cost irrigation technologies that can be produced locally and help to minimize transaction costs, including drip irrigation equipment, treadle pumps, low-cost tube wells, and catchment basins.
• Provide technical guidance to support private-sector driven efforts that increase access to pro-poor, low cost irrigation technologies for farmers. This will include piloting the African Market Garden (AMG) low pressure drip irrigation technology in collaboration with ICRISAT and Dizengoff Agro and Kickstart’s Moneymaker treadle pump to support homestead gardens for women, youth,  and/or vegetable value chain activities, should that value chain be selected.
• Train local manufacturers in irrigation equipment production and marketing, technology promotion that links manufacturers with interested farmers, and equipment quality control to allow more poor farmers to benefit, all the while establishing a sustainable market-driven equipment supply system.
• Assist with the development and dissemination of soil and water management best practices and incorporate into MARKETS II training materials and package of practices.
• Support the rehabilitation of small-scale irrigation systems and the provision of operations and maintenance training building on MARKETS' and Bridge to MARKETS 2’s training of water user associations and their roles and responsibilities with the irrigation systems.
• Assist private seed companies with the analysis and product portfolio review and assist with the development of downstream seed distribution networks.
• Liaise with private seed companies to provide training support to their outgrower farmers using existing and improved Packages of Practices (POP) with the aim of regional-level production for village-level distribution of seed.
• Liaise with MARD, the National Agricultural Seed Council, Africa Rice, IITA and ICRISAT and NARI's to facilitate the introduction of appropriate crop varieties and hybrids including stress-tolerant crop varieties which help to mitigate against climate change. Incorporate variety descriptions and best agronomic practices in POPs to ensure that farmers, extension agents, and agro-processors have access to proper information on available varieties.
• Facilitate the entry into the Nigerian market by international seed companies and/or irrigation equipment providers, making seed and/or irrigation equipment available for demonstration and training purposes.
• In addition to technical tasks, the Irrigation and Inputs Specialist will assist with M&E activities, drafting scopes of work and provide inputs for quarterly reports, other periodic reports, and work planning exercises.
• Produce work products in conformity with MARKETS II and ciients standards.
• Communicate information in a way that demonstrates a basic understanding of development assistance work, MARKETS II culture, values, and practices, and the specific scope and nature of the MARKETS II project.
• Demonstrate maturity, dependability, integrity, and initiative to learn competencies and skills required for the job assignment.
• Contribute positively to a work environment that emphasizes teamwork, respect for differences, accepting and giving constructive feedback.

Experience/Qualifications 

• First degree in agronomy, irrigation development or related discipline, and more than five years of professional experience in private sector and/or agribusiness development. Master's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in smallholder irrigation development and/or seed marketing is required. Knowledge of USAID project or agricultural value chain development is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical and marketing assistance to input dealers and/or equipment manufacturers is desirable. Experience developing and promoting environmentally sustainable agricultural production and processing techniques is also advantageous.
• Experience with gender mainstreaming and youth development.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build alliances with relevant groups, organizations, agencies, businesses, in private or public sectors is important. High level of initiative and creativity. S/he must be a team player, able to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational and work prioritization skills, attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates leadership, versatility, and integrity.

Application Closing Date
Monday September 3, 2012.

Method of Application
MARKETS II is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are requested to submit a CV and Cover letter via email to Christin Hutchinson: chutchinson@winrock.org  no later than the closing date. Please use the words Irrigation Specialist in the title line.

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