NNPC Massive Graduate Recruitment 2012

Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is recruiting for Various Graduate Positions. The office of the Executive Board member, Gas Exporting Countries Forum, GECF, through the Nigerian Secretariat hereby notifies all interested applicants of available vacancies at the Forum Headquarters in Doha, Qatar.
The vacancies are as follows:
Note: Click on the blue Job Title to read full Job description
Department of Energy and Gas Market Analysis:

• Gas Upstream Analyst
• Gas Downstream Analyst
• Research Assistant 1
• Research Assistant 2

Department of Statistics and Gas Modeling:

• Statistician
• Computer Systems Analyst
• Data Bank Analyst

Secretary General Office:

• Public relations officer
• Internal Auditor

Application Deadline
15th March, 2011
Method of Application
All applicants are expected to fill the application form (which can be obtained below), attach CV and write a motivation letter and Send to the email address:gecfrecruitment@nnpcgroup.com
All entries should be submitted on or before 15^th March, 2012.
Please note that your attachments must not exceed 2 MB.

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assistant 1 form.doc	56 KB
assistant 2 form.doc	56 KB
auditor form.doc	56 KB
computer analyst form.doc	56 KB
data analyst form.doc	56 KB
downstream form.doc	56 KB
gecf_vacancies.png	9 KB
pro form.doc	58 KB
statistician form.doc	56 KB
upstream form.doc	56 KB

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HEALTH REFORM FOUNDATION OF NIGERIA (HERFON) VACANCIES; SENIOR ADVOCACY OFFICER

The Health Reform Foundation of Nigeria (HERFON) is an independent national membership, (non-governmental, non-profit, non-religious) organization developed by a group of reform minded people in response to the deplorable Health status of the country. The main purpose of the organization is to define reform agendas within the health sector in Nigeria, Independently or in collaboration with government and other key stakeholders, using advocacy as its main approach. HERFON has Its Headquarters in Abuja and has established Zonal offices with presence in all 36 states and the FCT.
JOB TITLE: SENIOR ADVOCACY OFFICER
LOCATION: Abuja
REFERENCE NO: H2/SAO/2011
RESPONSIBILITY
The position holder is expected to lead and manage all advocacy activity, undertaken for health sector reform. She/he will frame discussions on Identify health issues, build a consensus with like-minded stakeholders and partners, attract resources and effectively seize and create opportunities to move reform forward
Ability to speak more than one Nigerian Language fluently is a plus
Familiarize her/himself with all HERFON Programmes and activities
Identify demand and supply side advocacy priorities within the health sector.
Identify and engage potential partners to achieve advocacy goals.
Perform regular assessments of the external political environment for strategic management of opportunities and threats.
Develop Advocacy guidelines and curriculum on Advocacy capacity-building for HERFON members and partners
Develop and/or acquire advocacy tools for engagement of policymakers
Develop core advocacy messages for media dissemination
QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS
Possession of an advanced degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or Biological Sciences
Demonstrable track record of health sector advocacy
Must have demonstrable skill In written and interpersonal communications, as well as public speaking
At least two years’ experience in handling the media preferred.
Must have a working knowledge of the policy formulation process, political economy mapping and communicating for change
At least 5 years post-qualification experience in the health sector preferred Must be a self-starter and a team player
Must be energetic and have a passion for Health Reform
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Applications should be submitted in the form of (1) an application letter for the desired position, and (2) a comprehensive CV stating, among others, candidate’s full names, date of birth, state of origin, schools attended, qualifications obtained with dates, previous working experience with detailed job description, contact and location addresses, email address, names and addresses of two referees. These should be sent to us by email at healthreformfoundationofnigeria@yahoo.com or recruitment@herfon.org .The ‘subject’ line of the email must be the title of the position being applied for.
Applications not sent in this format will not be processed.
Not later than 23rd March, 2012.

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MAERSK JOB OPPORTUNITIES; RECEPTIONIST – APM TERMINALS,

APM Terminals is one of the largest container terminal operators in the world. The diverse portfolio includes substantial interests in more than 40 ports around the globe. We continue to actively develop and invest in new projects and opportunities in ports and terminal management. In terms of the future, we are determined to stay at the forefront of our industry by providing value-adding e-business solutions, customer relations management and innovative use of technologies.
APM Terminals commenced operations in Nigeria in March, 2006. Apapa is Nigeria’s largest port and contains a number of wharfs. To date, the staff comprises over 700 highly skilled and motivated foreign and local staff. We stand for operational excellence – from modern equipment, facilities, advanced technology and proven processes and terminal management. We are currently looking for an individual who share our commitment to providing services that are second-to-none.
This position offers an outstanding opportunity to join the global team at APM Terminals Apapa and contribute to the success of the organization. The position reports to the Administrative Supervisor.
REF: 62588
RECEPTIONIST – APM TERMINALS, APAPA, LAGOS, NIGERIA
COMPANY
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Welcomes visitors, determines nature of business & announces to appropriate personnel.
Organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments.
Dealing with incoming and outgoing mails, faxes, post and courier shipments.
Provision of timely & accurate administrative support to maintain day to day efficiencies in the office. Liaising with clients, suppliers, vendors and other staff as appropriate.
Manages meeting room administration and use.
Manage the Management team offices and ensure safety of its properties and neatness of the environment.
Assists with the arrangement of social events, logistics and transportation.
Devising and maintaining office systems to deal efficiently with paper flow and filing.
Organizing and storing paperwork, documents and computer-based information.
Producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations.
Screening telephone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate.
YOUR PROFILE
University degree in Humanities, Business or related field.
Requires at least one year of progressively more responsible administrative work experience.
High drive and interest in taking on new task.
A high level of understanding of office procedures is essential.
Fluent in English; both written and spoken.
Well-organized, timely and persistent.
Must have good interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of co-workers and individuals.
Must be able to handle matters of company business with confidentiality and integrity.
Must be able to use various office machines, such as copy machine, fax machine, Binding Machine etc.
Must have sound knowledge & ability to use a multi-line telephone system.
WE OFFER
A truly international working environment in a modern working location
Value and team-based leadership
An open and engaging working environment
A wide range of international career opportunities
Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment
Competitive compensation packages
CLICK HERE TO APPLY 
APPLICATION
This position is a local position, based in Lagos, Nigeria and will remain posted until 30/March/2012.

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VACANCIES AT GOOGLE: TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGER, INFRASTRUCTURE

Google is not a conventional company, and we don’t intend to become one. True, we share attributes with the world’s most successful organizations – a focus on innovation and smart business practices comes to mind – but even as we continue to grow, we’re committed to retaining a small-company feel. At Google, we know that every employee has something important to say, and that every employee is integral to our success. We provide individually-tailored compensation packages that can be comprised of competitive salary, bonus, and equity components, along with the opportunity to earn further financial bonuses and rewards. Googlers thrive in small, focused teams and high-energy environments, believe in the ability of technology to change the world, and are as passionate about their lives as they are about their work.
JOB TITLE: TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGER, INFRASTRUCTURE
LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria
JOB ID: 2548644
JOB DESCRIPTION
THE AREA: Engineering
Simply put, Google engineers make computers do amazing things. Populated by extraordinarily creative, motivated and talented people, our Engineering team gets excited by developing new applications that really make a difference and are used by millions of people. We’re driven by Google’s mission to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful. If you seek to tackle such challenges as building a highly scalable computing infrastructure, novel storage systems, innovative user experiences or the next big application that will change the world, then this might be a perfect fit for you.
THE ROLE: Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure
Technical Program Managers are the core of managing Google’s continued growth. As the first Technical Program Manager based in Africa, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact. Specifically you will be responsible for driving the progress of various initiatives focused on infrastructure. These include helping Universities strengthen their ICT services, working between ISPs and IXPs to increase peering agreements, managing Google infrastructure deployments and lots, lots more.
Ideally coming from a senior operations & infrastructure engineering background you will have gained extremely strong business project management skills and have great judgement when it comes to evaluating infrastructure challenges and implied cost or engineering efforts. Based in Lagos, Nigeria you will be expected to travel frequently within Africa and to our offices in Zurich and California. www.nigerianbestforum.com
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage technical projects or programs, working closely with external partners, Google engineers and technical staff to design and launch infrastructure projects.
Gather requirements and define the scope of the project. Find resources, manage resource allocation for projects. Develop a plan and schedule, with well-defined milestones.
Manage communication of progress/status within the core team and external to the team (customers, partners, etc); escalate issues as necessary. www.nigerianbestforum.com
REQUIREMENTS:
Computer Science degree or equivalent experience. Masters or PhD preferred.
Experience managing multiple international projects and people acting as a technical lead.
Proven ability to work on assignments that require data evaluation, recommendation development, and decision making.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Not later than 30th March, 2012.

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Prima Garnet Group Jobs : Head, Human Resources

Prima Garnet Group is set to recruit for the position of a Human Resource Manager, Head.  We are the Prima Garnet Group, comprising leading professionals in marketing communication, specializing in advertising, media management, public relations, experiential marketing etc. We are also part of an international network of agencies. We manage top and leading brands and clients that cover telecoms, financial services, manufacturing etc.
As part of our development programme, the Group needs the services of a knowledgeable and experienced NIGERIAN or EXPATRIATE who will function at senior management level as Head of Human Resources reporting to the Group CEO. The preferred candidate will manage the functions for the Group. We consider the role a very important one and are prepared to invest in the right candidate.
Job Title: Head, Human Resources
Duties
Will have responsibility for planning, organizing, leading and supervising the Human Resources department.
Identify core competencies of work force and deploy competency mapping within the Group.
Drive knowledge management by managing training materials and keeping them up to date; use IT to produce training materials and manuals.
Identify training and development needs within the Group.
Design and develop training and development programmes and policy based on both the Group and individual’s needs.
Review current group HR policy and avise on changes where required to meet all current developments and challenges.
Implement Training Programmes by ensuring that statutory training requirements are met. including the planning of training titles, development of a monthly/quarterly plan, amending and revising programmes as necessary, in order to adapt to the changes that occur in the work environment; helping line heads to solve specific training challenges, either on a one-to-one basis or in groups; managing the training centre; train managers in techniques and skills for training and dealing with staff.
Ensure the appraisal, evaluation and effectiveness of training and development programmes.
Identify, design and implement career development for all positions and communicating same to all staff by checking staff competency levels and developing a plan for each staff.
Identify and determine Workforce Competency through periodic quality appraisals and developing testing and evaluation processes and procedures.
Manage the group training budget by considering the costs of planned programmes and keeping within approved limits: assessing the return on investment (ROI) of any training or development programme.
Develop and manage a sound Management Traineeship Programme, which will provide a pool of competent resources for the Group. .
Manage training institutions like the ITF and develop a mutually beneficial relationship with them.
Provide and manage all other tasks, assignments and initiatives, which may be required from time to time by the Group.

Qualifications and Experience
Good first degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or allied fields.
A second degree in similar or related areas which will include course requirements in the development and administration of training programmes and managing people effectively for results.
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management will be useful.
Up to date knowledge in all areas of training and HR.
At least 6 years post qualification experience in good organisation(s) at managerial and senior managerial levels.
Proven experience in the development and execution of training programmes, using different methodologies.
Ability to understand business requirements and transfer same into effective training solutions.
Ability to build a close relationship with people at all levels.
Excellent communication skills to cover written, oral and other forms of presentations.
Competence in the development of sound proposals which will include well thought-out objectives. implementation strategies, budget development ana management.
A go-getter enthusiastic person with a pleasant personality.
Very competitive and in line with industry standards. The right candidate has an opportunity to work within one of the leading and professional marketing communication groups and grow.
Must be able to offer sound and competent advice and counsel to senior management.

Conditions and Remuneration
Very competitive and in line with industry standards. The right candidate has an opportunity
to work within one of the leading and professional marketing communication groups and grow.
Must be able to offer sound and competent advice and counsel to senior management. Application Deadline
20th March, 2012
How To Apply
All applications with the relevant CVs and other supporting documents and credentials should be sent by email to vacancy@primagarnetogilvy.com

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C&F Porter Novelli Graduate Internship Public Relations Programme

C&F Porter Novelli has graduated the historic first batch of its PR Fundamentals Internship Programme. And is now recruiting for the 2012 batch of the Public Relations Graduate Internship Programme.

Are you inspired? Are you interested in the communications industry? If truly you are, then this is an opportunity to cut your teeth in the profession of Public Relations, and your chance to be part of the award winning PR Fundamentals Internship Programme. 

Public Relations - PR Graduate Internship Programme

The award-winning PR Fundamentals Internship Programme offers the opportunity to young graduates to spend 12 months working and learning at C&F Porter Novelli, one of Nigeria's leading Public Relations' agencies, which has been in the business of reputation building and management consultancy for more than thirteen years.

Recognized by the Porter Novelli network as one of the top 10 innovative ideas of 2011, the PR Fundamentals Internship Programme is committed to building the highest standard of professional excellence and integrity, not just within the agency but throughout the industry. As part of that commitment we are actively reinvesting in the industry's most profitable assets: people.

The PR Fundamentals Internship Programme is a C&F Porter Novelli initiative to foster talent in young Nigerians and drive the Nigerian Public Relations industry into a new generation. In doing so, the Programme strives to be an industry guarantor of excellence in training entry-level employees.

Application Deadline
30th March, 2012

How To Apply
Interested candidates should: 
Click here for more details

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NIGERIA INFO FM CURRENT VACANCIES

NIGERIA INFO FM
Applications are invited from qualified and experienced candidates so fill-in the position of
-    MARKETING / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE
QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
•    Minimum of first degree from a reputable university
•    Minimum 5 years post NYSC experience
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills
•    Must be a good team player www.nigerianbestforum.com
•    Above average working knowledge of the media industry
•    Candidate must be articulate and skilled in presentations
•    APCON certification will be an added advantage
MODE OF APPLICATION
Applicants should email their CV to jobs@nigeriainfo.fm within two (2) weeks from this publication.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
DEADLINE: 19 March, 2012

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British Council in Nigeria Recruitment ; Experienced Examiners.

The British Council in Nigeria is looking for suitably qualified and experienced individuals to join our team of IELTS Examiners.
JOB TITLE: EXAMINER
LOCATION: Port Harcourt
RESPONSIBILITIES
Examiners conduct one to one interviews with IELTS candidates to assess their spoken English according to set requirements. Examiners also assess written scripts produced by candidates under exam conditions.
Examiners are recruited on a casual basis and are expected to examine at least ten sessions a year at regular intervals.
Weekend working is usually required.
 IELTS examinations regularly take place in Port Harcourt. Therefore, we are looking for examiners who live in, or within relatively easy reach of this city. We may occasionally run examinations in other cities in Nigeria.
QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS
An undergraduate degree or a qualification which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to an undergraduate degree
A recognised qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) / Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) / or recognised equivalent as part of a recognised university award course
At least 3 years full time (14 hours per week minimum or the equivalent part time) relevant TESOL/TEFL teaching experience (minimum one year post certificate level qualification)
The majority of this teaching experience must relate to adult stud
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Ongoing
Click here to apply online
Good Luck...

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SWPHA SWISS PHARMA NIGERIA LIMITED VACANCIES

The Company: Is one of the leaders in the pharmaceutical industry
Opportunity: Due to expansion of operations vacancy exists for a SECRETARY
Target: We require dynamic and focused www.nigerianbestforum.com young man or woman not more than 37 years old who want to join a team of highly motivated personnel.
QUALIFICATIONS:
B.Sc/HND in Secretariat Administration
With previous experience, must be computer literate and must have experience in (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point etc)
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Applications with copies of detailed C.Vs and credentials, residential contact addresses (Not P.O.Box) and phone numbers, should reach us not later than two weeks from the date of this publication.
The Human Resources/PR Mnager,
5, Dopemu Road, Agege
P.O.Box 463, Ikeja,
Lagos State.
DEADLINE: 19 March, 2012

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PSI seeks candidates for the position of Behavior Change Communication Consultant

PSI seeks candidates for the position of Behavior Change Communication Consultant. The consultant will provide technical support to the 5-year USAID Expanded Social Marketing Programme in Nigeria (ESMPIN) project being implemented by the Society for Family Health (SFH) in partnership with PSI, BBC World Service Trust and Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH). The ESMPIN project aims to substantially increase access to and coverage of modern contraceptives through private sector channels in Nigeria using tested social marketing approaches. The project was contracted in April 2011 and commenced operations July 2011. The project is currently seeking a full-time Behavior Change Communications Specialist, so this Consultancy is meant to fulfill the roles and the responsibilities of that position on a short-term basis.

Job Title:	Behavior Change Communications Consultant, Nigeria
Position Type:
Location:	Nigeria
Department:	West and Central Africa

The consultancy is based in Abuja, Nigeria and reports to the Chief of Party of ESMPIN but will be a Consultant contracted to PSI out of Washington, DC. This is a short term consultancy (1-2 months).

Responsibilties: Duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the development, management and implementation of a communication strategy to increase use of health products and practice of healthy behaviors
• Oversee the development and production of communication materials including print and electronic media, IPC materials, promotional items, and training manuals;
• Oversee implementation of a communication strategy to effectively influence behavior change at the individual, community and political levels
• Oversee and manage a wide variety of interventions from mass media advertising campaigns to small group and interpersonal communications
• Oversee development and management of a strategy to build the capacity of Nigerian organizations and government counterparts in BCC programming
• Effectively collaborate with all key partners and stakeholders
• Provide leadership to a team of project staff and create professional development opportunities

Experience:

• Relevant post-graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.)
• Minimum 5 years experience in large-scale social marketing and BCC programs
• Minimum 3 years demonstrated staff management and project oversight
• Demonstrated technical and successful expertise in a relevant mix of designing, managing and evaluating health programs through social marketing, as well as small group and IPC activities that have led to correct and sustained use of methods, services and socially-marketed products
• Familiarity with the different cultural, social and religious identities in Nigeria and/or in a similar African setting
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Excellent organizational, teamwork and multitasking capabilities

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter, including daily rate, to:
mgaffney@psi.org

Good luck...

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ValuCard Nigeria Limited Recruitment : Merchant Support

ValuCard Nigeria Limited, a Payment Card Industry Service Provider is set to recruit for Merchant Support. We are a Principal & Plus Member of Visa; owned by Visa Inc. and a consortium of leading Nigerian banks. Our major businesses are Processing, and Acquiring Services. We also provide value-added services & solutions.
We are currently searching for candidates from all 36 state capitals who can fill this position. Job Title: Merchant Support
Location: Zamfara, Yobe, Taraba, Sokoto, Plateau, Oyo

Responsibilities
Recruit and qualify new prospects to increase revenue in outside sales role
Use of a variety of mediums to develop relationships and close sales at an executive level
Identify and create sources of new leads
Develop sales strategy and move them through sales funnel from concept to close
Contract negotiations
Participate in the development of revenue generating programs and incentives to grow client portfolio
Ability to influence and coach sales professionals
Ability to produce sales results in a remote situation
Travel may be required

Qualifications and Requirements
Minimum of OND
Have experience in bike riding and customer service
Candidates must be below the age of 40
1-2 years experience
Must speak English fluently
Ability to train
Good interpersonal skills
Application Deadline
20th March, 2012
How To Apply
Interested candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Good Luck...

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Internet Solutions Ltd Vacancy : IT Sales Professional

Internet Solutions Ltd a reputable, professional IT business  is in urgent need of IT SALES PROFESSIONALS. We are focused on providing best of breed IT infrastructure solutions to businesses. As an end user provider, they provide a broad range of connectivity services and integrated solutions, sales and support, managed wireless solutions, network and user security, IP infrastructure, VoIP, telemetry solutions, video conferencing solutions and much more.
An IT SALES PROFESSIONAL is needed to help spearhead growth. This role comes with an excellent commission structure and great working environment.
Job Title: IT Sales Professional
Essential Responsibilities:
Generate new business sales revenue by selling IT solutions and VAPs
Help develop the company’s profile and reputation
Responsible for a number of key accounts and support other accounts.
Working in conjunction with the sales manager to maintain current client relationships and encourage repeat business
Maintain high level of Customer satisfaction
Exceptionally skills at cold calling
Qualification / Requirements
BSc/HND in Computer Science, Marketing or other related field
Minimum of 3 years practical sales experience
Must have proven track record of selling IT infrastructure, hardware and/or software solutions
Must be confident, possess good character and charm with good communication skills; a positive persuasive personality and diligent attention to details
Fluent in English.
Application Deadline
16th of March, 2012.
How To Apply
Send a copy of your CV to: funke@internetsolutions.net.ng with a valid email and telephone number.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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FHI 360 Nigeria Massive Recruitment

FHI 360 a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.
We have worked with 1,400 partners in 125 countries, forging strong relationships with governments, diverse organizations, the private sector and communities. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.
FHI 360 is recruiting the following position in nigeria:
1.) Senior Program Officer, Program Support  – Abuja
2.) Accountant  – Lagos
3.) Security Manager – Abuja
4.) Accountant  – Abuja FCT
5.) Technical Officer, Logistics – Abuja
6.) Technical Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation – Kano
7.) Technical Officer, Special Projects – Kamo
8.) Technical Officer, Special Projects  – Cross River
9.) Technical Officer, Special Projects – Abuja
10.) Accountant  – Bauchi
11.) Accountant – Edo
12.) Senior Technical Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation  – Bauchi
13.) Country Director, Nigeria – Abuja
14.) Accountant – Enugu
15.) Accountant – Kano
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IBM Nigeria 2012 Graduate Trainees Recruitment

IBM Nigeria is recruiting for fresh graduate to fill its 2012 Graduate Trainee Programme.
At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an industry-leader, as well as a great place to work. The recognition we receive reinforces our ongoing efforts to make the right decisions on behalf of our employees, our clients and the communities we serve around the world.
IBM is filled with smart people, each of whom are actively involved in helping industries around the world do something better, more efficiently and more productively.
IBM is recruiting Graduate Trainees. Are you a problem solver? Are you a difference maker? Are you ready to make the planet work smarter? Do you want to be an IBMer? join us as graduate trainee.
Job Title: Graduate Trainee
Job ID: S_D-0466632
Job description

• Working with the Project Manager to translate the client’s business requirements into analytical requirements for the project team members
• Interacting directly with the client team members through a combination of onsite and offsite presence
• Developing expertise in one or more verticals to become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to deliver superior business results to the clients
• Evaluating the results of data mining/ predictive models and derive actionable insights that could be used for developing implementable initiatives across businessfunctions of the client
• Coordinating the analytics deliverables with the project team members on behalf of the Project manager
• Responsible of conducting extensive research to support the client deliverables

Required Skills:

• Structuring and conducting independent analysis
• Good understanding of business processes (sales and marketing processes), especially campaign management processes (campaign ideation to implementation to tracking results), and customer data to guide analytics team to conduct analysis as required
• Proficient in using MS Office – particularly Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Strong analytical skills to translate modeling output to actionable business insights
• Highly driven, energetic, flexible, resourceful & pleasant personality
• Ability to make timely and disciplined decisions
• Strong adherence to policies and processes
• Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Flexible and adaptable to change and ability to multitask

Required

• High School Diploma/GED (i.e HND / BSc)
• English: Fluent

Preferred

• Master’s Degree

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status
How To Apply
Interested candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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Dizengoff Nigeria Vacancy : Commercial Manager

Dizengoff Nigeria is a part of the Balton UK Group, has opening for Commercial Manager. We have subsidiaries in 9 countries across sub Saharan Africa.
DWA have 8 branches nationwide – Lagos, PHC, Abuja, Enugu, Ibadan, Kaduna, Kano and Yola. Head count is over 170 including 8 expatriates. Dizengoff operates in 3 primary sectors: Communications, Agriculture & Public Health. Common across all its businesses is its proven reliability in delivery of high quality “end to end solutions”
Primary customers include Shell, Exxon Mobil, Chevron, AGIP, NPF, Defence, PHCN, Lagos State, Delta State, MTN, Airtel, Oceanic Bank, Unicem, NNPC, Michelin Rubber, National Assembly, and many others
Job Tiitle: Commercial Manager
Location: Port Harcourt
Reports To: Regional Manager / Division Head
Responsibilities

• Ensure the minimum monthly & quarterly sales, profit & cash flow targets as laid down in the Annual Business Plan are consistently delivered and achieved for the Motorola and PELCO brands.
• Establish and implement approved annual operating strategies, plans & budgets for the Motorola and PELCO brands.
• Prepare and up-date the approved 3 year Group Strategic Plan implementing same on a timely basis.
• Personally direct and drive new Business Projects within the Oil&Gas, Government and blue chip corporate segment of the Private Sector, building to a minimum of 20 clients by first half year and 50 clients by end year.
• Develop highly effective relationships with key decision makers across the SECTOR necessary to achieve the Company’s goals & objectives.
• Ensure at all times that the appropriate inventories of fully finished goods are supplied on a timely basis to fulfill client contracts.
• Ensure that goods are sold and supplied in full conformance with the Company’s Policies & Procedures covering sales, payment & credit terms, invoicing, receipt of payments, issue, delivery, and cash handling processes.
• Where appropriate, ensure the BUSINESS UNIT meets fully its obligations to its clients under existing and new installation and or Service Agreements at or exceeding MOTOROLA and PELCO’s quality standards.
• Through the Financial Controller, ensure that all aspects and operations of the Business Unit are properly, accurately and fully accounted for in full compliance with internal and generally accepted principles of accounting, as verified by the Internal & Statutory Auditors.
• Ensure that the Monthly Management Business Unit Account & Management Report is accurately prepared and submitted to the REGIONAL MANAGER/DIVISION HEAD not later than 5 working days following the monthly closing date.
• Ensure that any and all pre-approved credit customers comply fully with the Company’s Credit Control Policy. Approval for extended payment terms (credit) shall only be granted jointly by the Financial Controller & Managing Director, DWA. Each Business Unit Manager undertakes full responsibility to ensure trade debtors remain current and do not fall overdue. In general DWA does not extend extended payment terms to clients in the GOVERNMENT SECTOR but does provide bank guarantees or similar covering advance payments received from clients.
• Ensure the Company’s BPO & Bid Form Policy & Procedure is fully complied with in respect of the operations of the Business Unit.
• Liaise effectively with the Company’s Legal, Logistics, procurement & accounting departments.
• Perform effectively as a “team player” in effective verbal & written communications with management colleagues, as well as across other sister companies within the parent company.
• To ensure proper, accurate and appropriate Management Responses are included in each and every Audit Report covering any and all parts of the Business Unit operations.
• Undertake any other special projects and tasks as directed from time to time by the REGIONAL MANAGER, DIVISION HEAD and or MD.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A relevant degree from a respected University with very high numerate, written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage technically oriented products and services.
• An MBA and or Marketing professional qualification would be an added advantage as would fluency in French
• Proven results oriented numerate Salesman with a strong personal drive and ambition but with the integrity and potential to grow into more senior management positions.
• A minimum of 7-10 years verifiable working experience in corporate sales.
• Progressive sales career almost certainly including successful selling results within the Telecoms and Security Products & Services sector with the demonstrable ability to satisfy the demands of the Job Description.
• An Oil & Gas background with demonstrable measurable success winning and retaining new Oil & Gas corporate accounts where quality of design, product and service is paramount to competitive success. Almost certainly to include successful selling results within the Telecoms and security Products & Services sector. Contacts with current buyers and purchasing decision makers within this sector, both in the Public & Private sectors, of very considerable advantage.
• A team player, yet with the confidence to aggressively pursue and deliver profitable sales growth.
• Passionate to build dominant market position thru an obsessive belief in competitively superior quality through the value chain.
• Awareness and understanding of Dizengoff, and certainly an individual matching its corporate beliefs & values.

Application Deadline
25th March, 2012.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirement, send your application, CV and copies of certificates to:
Head, HR Admin
P.O Box 340 Apapa, Lagos
or forward CV to: hrd2@dizengoff.com

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Whytecleon Limited Recruits Fresh Graduate Customer Care Officers for First Generation Bank

Whytecleon Limited, a solution based business consulting firm Recruits Fresh Graduate Customer Care Officers for First Generation Bank. We focus on providing practical and well researched solutions to help our clients bridge the gap between Strategy Development, Talent Acquisition, Strategy Execution and Organisational Performance. We do this by providing organisational development and human resources management expertise and knowledge to guide, advice and support our clients in achieving and sustaining workplace success.

Our client, a first generation bank in the Nigeria economy seeks to recruit highly intelligent, young and dynamic professionals with integrity for the following positions nationwide:

Job Title: Customer Care Officers (CCO) 

Duties

• Attend to customer enquiries promptly and efficiently
• Process internet banking service and e-products requested
• Issue banker’s signature confirmation and reference letter as required
• Refer customer request beyond his/her limit to appropriate authority
• Perform other duties as assigned by Business Service Manager

Skills Required

• Good customer service care
• Good problem solving skills
• Good documentation and record keeping
• Good reading and listening skills

Educational Qualification

• HND Graduate Only (Minimum Lower Credit)
• Age: Not more than 30 years
• Experience in banking industry will be an added advantage

Application Deadline
27th March, 2012

Method of Application
Interested candidates should send their Resume to: recruitment@whytecleon.com quoting position sought as subject of the email.

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Renaissance Group 2012 Graduate Trainee Programme

Renaissance Group Recruits for 2012 Graduate Trainee Programme.
Renaissance Group offers unparalleled financial, investment and management expertise in high-opportunity emerging and frontier markets around the world.
Renaissance selects highly motivated and focused graduates for a formal Graduate Programme at the Renaissance Academy.

Job Title: Finance and Markets Graduate Program

Location:  Lagos, Victoria Island, Nigeria
Depending on the area selected, the training programme will equip you with the technical, financial and soft skills needed for investment banking revenue creation or a career in business management.
Successful trainees are our pipeline of exceptional new talent for each of our business areas.
We are seeking graduates with the following characteristics to join the Renaissance Academy:

• Academic excellence
• A commitment to banking
• Motivation and focus
• Fluency in English and the local language of the country applied for
• Outstanding communication skills
• The ability to play as a part of a team
• Strong analytical skills
• Confidence
• Entrepreneurship
• The ability to solve problems quickly and methodically

The Course content is following:

• Accounting
• Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis
• Company Valuations and Financial Modeling
• Equities and Equity Markets
• Derivatives, Financial Math/Bond Math
• Fundamentals of Bonds and Fixed Income Products
• Project presentations
• Soft skills trainings
• Final Assessment as a result of Training

What happens afterwards? 
On completing the Program, you will join one of the business areas in Front Office.
Application Deadline
31 March, 2012

How To Apply
If you are a recent Graduate (2011-2012) and you are eager to join The Renaissance Academy, there are just 4 steps of the recruitment process to apply.
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NDDC 2012 Postgraduate Scholarship Programme

NDDC is accepting applications for its 2012 Postgraduate Scholarship Programme. As part of our Human Resource Development initiatives, NDDC is embarking on Foreign Post-Graduate Scholarship Scheme to equip Niger Deltans with relevant training and skills for effective participation in the Local Content programme of the current Administration as well as compete globally in various professional fields.
The Scheme is for suitably qualified applicants with relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree from recognized Universities in the following professional disciplines:

• Engineering
• Medicine
• Computer Science/Technology
• Geology
• Geosciences
• Environmental Sciences
• Graduate Pilot Training
• Agriculture

Applicants must have gained Post Graduate admission into a recognized University abroad.
Application Requirements

• First Degree with minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division for those  wishing to undertake a master’s Degree programme and a good Master’s Degree for PhD candidates from a recognized University.
• Gained Admission into a Post Graduate Programme in any of the listed disciplines in a foreign University.
• Bond of good conduct from any of the following persons from the applicant’s community/clan.
• - a. Member of National Assembly
• - b. Chairman of the LGA.
• - c.  First class traditional ruler.
• - d. High Court Judge
• Persons with evidence of cult membership or criminal record shall not be considered for the award.

Mode of Application
1.) Application must be made On-line at the Commission’s website: (www.nddc.gov.ng) with the following attachments:

• Recent passport photograph
• Local Government identification letter.
• Post Graduate (PG) admission letter from Overseas University.
• Relevant Degrees from recognized University.

2.) Successfully completed application form will be assigned a registration number automatically.
3.) Print the hard copy of the on-line generated acknowledgement for ease of reference.
4.) All shortlisted applicants will be posted on NDDC website. (www.nddc.gov.ng)
Applicants who might have admission challenges should contact:
Director, Education Health and Social Services (NDDC)
Osmond.adiele@nddc.gov.ng
Select Your Preferred Program From The Links Below
MASTERS DEGREE

Ph.D PROGRAMME
DURATION:
All completed applications must be submitted on or before 23rd March, 2012
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Globacom Nigeria Management Job Recruitment

Globacom Limited a leading privately owned multinational telecommunications company with Headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria. It is Nigeria’s Second National Operator with licence covering GSM, Fixed, Broadbad, Gateway services and an international high capacity submarine cable business, known as Glo 1.
Globacom Limited is Africa’s fastest growing telecommunications company with over twenty-five million GSM subscribers in Nigeria, the Republic of Benin and Ghana. It has acquired licence for Glo 1 in other West African countries.
In its quest to further strengthen operations and consolidate its position as a market leader, the Company desires to recruit highly competent, talented and self-motivated individuals to fill the following management positions:

1.)  Commercial Director (Ref. No: GLCD001)
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Developing and driving the Company’s long and short term revenue growth strategies
• Continuously seeking market opportunities, conditions and associated business developments
• Providing strategic direction and partnering with Sales Directors for the overall operations of various sales units to achieve the Organisation’s business plans
• Leading commercial business performance management and decisions support
• Empowering and motivating sales team to achieve set targets
• Assisting in embedding a commercial, customer-focused approach to all business processes and activities

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Engineering or any other related field.
• An MBA and/or ACCA will be an added advantage
• Strong analytical skills, including experience of hands-on financial modeling for decision making
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Project management skills, both as a leader and key team member

Experience

• Minimum of 20 years significant hands-on Commercial experience, preferably from the FMCG or telecommunications industry, or from a blue chip company; ten (10) of which must have been spent in a senior management role
• Appreciable experience in enterprise sales will be required
• Proven successful track record at delivering growth
• Proven experience in managing a fast growing and successful business
• People management experience, including proven ability to identify and develop talents

2.)  Senior Marketing Manager, Product Development (Ref. NO: GLSMP002)
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Developing and delivering effective product and market entry strategies in line with the Company’s corporate objectives
• Building and ensuring timely launch of new products to capture and consolidate on considerable market share in GSM/Broadband/Gateway
• Using various national & international benchmark processes to identify areas of weakness of the competition
• Developing products roadmaps to differentiate products and create brand pull
• Managing products and services according to the various stages of the product lifecycle and devising various strategies to which the products could be enhanced
• Adding new features to the existing products to enhance consumer experience

Qualification & Skills

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or any other relevant field
• A Post Graduate degree in Business Management, Engineering, or any other relevant field will be an added advantage
• Strong strategic orientation, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Results-oriented and good project management skills

Experience

• Minimum of ten (10) year cognate experience in Product Development, preferably from the FMCG or telecommunications industry, or from a blue chip company, five (5) of which must have been spent in a management role
• Experience in working with cross functional teams, ability to carry them along in driving marketing initiatives
• Exposure to the use of various analytical tools

3.) Senior Marketing Manager, Promotion (Ref No: GLSMP003)
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Leading cross-functional and/or cross-channel teams to develop integrated launch programs, product-related marketing opportunities, or marketing promotions from conceptualisation through commercialisation and launch, including product and packaging.
• Flawlessly initiating, implementing and executing marketing strategies to support business objectives.
• Building strong relationships with relevant parties to ensure marketing message consistency and adherence to brand objectives.
• Applying consumer insights and market research to gain understanding of consumers, environment and channel needs for the Company’s products and determining new marketing and productopportunities.
• Monitoring the domestic and global marketplace for product innovations, competitors, lifestyle trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or any other relevant field.
• A Post Graduate degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or any other relevant field with a marketing emphasis will be an added advantage.
• Strong strategic orientation, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Critical-thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Results-oriented and good project management skills.
• Sound knowledge of existing marketing and promotional channels in local and international markets.
• Good knowledge of MS office applications.

Experience

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years cognate experience in Marketing Promotions, preferably from the FMCG or telecommunications industry, or from a blue chip company, five (5) of which must have been spent in a management role.
• Experience in working with cross functional teams and ability to carry them along in driving marketing initiatives.

4.) Senior Sales Manager (Ref. No: GLSM004)
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Identifying and evaluating new business and channel opportunities.
• Developing sales and marketing strategies and plans in line with the Company’s corporate objectives.
• Co-ordinating, supervising and motivating sales teams to achieve target.
• Conducting performance analysis on existing products with a view to identifying and monitoring market trends.
• Ensuring leads/prospects are signed on and closure of business prospects in line with organisational procedures.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Engineering or any other related field.
• An MBA will be an added advantage.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong selling and negotiation skills.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years cognate experience in professional selling, preferably in FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Banking and/or Telecommunications industry.
• Appreciable experience in enterprise sales will be required.
• Proven track record at achieving targets.
• Proven successful track record at delivering growth.
• Good knowledge of MS office applications.

5.)  Chief Technical Officer (CTO) – (Ref. No: GLCT005)
ResponsibilitiesSpecific responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Being responsible for technical strategy and technical architecture.
• Devising strategies for the Technical Department in line with the Company’s corporate objectives.
• Being responsible for overall network design, operations and maintenance.
• Directing the development, surveillance and maintenance of the network to ensure quality and availability are maintained at optimum level.
• Empowering and motivating the technical team to achieve the desired results.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/ Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering or any other related discipline.
• Relevant post graduate qualification will be an added

Experience

• Minimum of 15 years progressive operational and managerial experience with at least 5 years in a lead role or CTO equivalent in the GSM industry.
• Proven leadership and executive level experience.
• Experience in strategic technology planning and execution.
• Good Information Technology skills.

6.)  Senior Roll-Out Manager (GLSMR006)
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include butnotlimitedto:

• Working with the Network Planning unit in developing, implementing and overseeing roll-out programmes for the Company.
• Coordinating, controlling and analysing the cost-benefit of potential and actual site coverage and implementing agreed action plans.
• Periodically advising and recommending on sites for coverage and capacity growth of the Company’s network.
• Collating all data within specified area and analysing for management reporting purposes.
• Liaising with vendors on implementation of network.
• Interfacing and managing Government and Government regulatory agencies on Roll-Out Sites construction and operation.
• Resolving community-related issues which may affect Roll-out programmes.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of first degree in Engineering, Surveying, Building or any other related field.
• Additional qualification in Project management is essential.
• A Post Graduate degree in Business Administration,
• Engineering, or any other relevant field with a marketing emphasis will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and diplomatic skills.

Experience

• Minimum of 15 years cognate experience
• Experience in working in a telecoms environment either with clientsorvendors.
• Project management and negotiation skills.
• Good Information Technology skills.

Remuneration
Attractive and internationally competitive remuneration packages, a pleasant working environment with good perquisites and challenging career prospects await the successful candidates.
Application Deadline
14th March 2012
Method of application
To apply, please quote the corresponding reference number as the subject of your e-mail and e-mail your CV (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and save with your full names, detailing contact telephone numbers, email address and scanned passport photograph) to us at: recruitment@gloworld.com

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GE Nigeria Vacancy : Graduate Customer Service Officers

GE Healthcare Nigeria is set to recruit for Graduate Customer Service Officers - What do you envision for your future? At GE Healthcare, our vision involves looking at Healthcare in a completely new way. Focusing on earlier, pre-symptomatic disease detection and prevention, instead of late diagnosis. Helping clinicians access more information and intervene sooner with targeted treatments so their patients can leave longer, fuller lives.

We believe we can help make that happen - and we'd like you to be a part of our mission. As a global leader, GE can bring together the best in science, technology, business and human resources to redefine the frontiers of healthcare.

Something remarkable happens when you bring together people who are driven to make a difference – they do.

Position Title: Service Centre Agent

Function Segment: Call Center Services

Location: IIkoyi – Lagos, Nigeria
Job Number: 1511049
Job Segments: Call Center, Customer Service

Role Summary/Purpose: 

Participates in the daily operations of the call center

Essential Responsibilities 

This Call Center Specialist serves as the primary contact between the customer and GEHC Service Support. Call Center specialists are the face of GE Healthcare to our highly valued customers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Associate's degree, or equivalent work experience.
• Prior demonstrated experience working in a Customer service role.
• Demonstrated understanding of the product area as it relates to the customer segment 
• Demonstrated analytical thinking/problem solving ability
• Ability to think clearly and quickly and empathize in high-pressure clinical situations
• Tenacity & creativity in handling customer issues

Application Deadline
20th March, 2012

How To Apply
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