SEVEN-UP BOTTLING COMPANY VACANCY

A leader in the beverage industry, we are acknowledged for our responsiveness to the needs and challenges of our consumers. This process often provides challenging opportunities for hardworking and experienced individuals who can deliver. Opportunities have opened up for such individuals to join our organization as;

NATIONAL COLD AVAILABILITY MANAGER.

THE JOB
The successful candidate shall have responsibility for:
- Regular cooler census
- Control of cooler abuse
- Ensure standard displays of coolers
- Assess locations where coolers are placed
- Assess cooler sales and efficiency
- Cooler allocations to regions
- Benchmarking efficiency and utilization
- Withdrawal of inefficient/abused coolers
- Maintenance of coolers
- Monitoring competition coolers

THE PERSON
This is a management position and the successful candidate will be expected to possess the following minimum qualifications:
1. A good University Degree or Higher National Diploma in any of the Social Sciences
2. 8 years working experience in a similar responsibility
3. Must be between 35 and 40 years age bracket
4. Must be highly computer literate

COMPENSATION
The compensation attached to this position is very attractive and competitive

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates to apply in their own handwriting, within two weeks from the date of this advert with relevant CV/credentials to:
The Executive Director,
Seven-Up Bottling Company Plc.,
247 Moshood Abiola Way, Ijora,
P. O. Box 134, Apapa,
Lagos.

or through our website www.sevenup.org

ORGANIZATION: Seven-Up Bottling Company
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
LOCATION: Lagos

DEADLINE: 05-04-2012.

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ENI CORPORATE UNIVERSITY: SCHOLARSHIPS OPPORTUNITIES

Eni Corporate University invites applications for an academic course that leads to a Master’s Degree in Energy and Environmental Management and Economics – MEDEA. The course is organized and managed by the Scuola Enrico Mattei. The course is reserved for young graduates who are interested in career paths within companies, authorities and other institutions operating in the energy and environmental sectors.

MEDEA consists of a program in Business Administration in Energy Industry that involves three phases of study, with an increasing degree of specialisation. The Academic Year runs from October 2, 2012 through to June 30, 2013. Full-time attendance is required. Those who have successfully completed the programme of study will be awarded a Master’s Degree in Energy and Environmental Management and Economics – MEDEA. Since courses are conducted in Italian and in English, an intensive Italian language course will be held during the summer of 2012.

REQUIREMENTS
Admission to the Master programme normally requires:
a good first Degree (upper 2nd level and above) or its equivalent from a recognized University in the area of economics, finance, business administration, management, engineering, mathematics, physics, chemicals, geology, statistics;
Being younger than 32 years;
Full proficiency of the English language.

APPLICATION AND SELECTIONS
The deadline for application is April 30, 2012.

GRANTS
In order to favour the dissemination of energy culture in specific countries of interest to the energy sector, a number of scholarships will be given to deserving students who are in possession of citizenship of the following countries: Algeria, Angola, Brazil, China, Egypt, Gabon, Ghana, Indonesia, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Lybia, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Republic of the Congo, Russia, Togo, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Venezuela. The scholarship entails: free admission to and enrolment in the Master program, financial contribution for accommodation and living expenses, free training materials. In the allocation of grants, a selection committee will evaluate academic records, other certificates and degrees as well as the applicant’s professional experience. Academic or professional experiences in the oil and gas sector will be adequately appreciated.
Prospective candidates who have been proposed and adequately backed through the proposal phase by eni companies will be evaluated by the selection committee

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

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RECRUITING LECTURERS IN ONDO, EXCEL PROS: ELIZADE UNIVERSITY

Elizade University is a new private institution, designed to bring international standards of university research and teaching to West Africa. The university occupies a green and spacious campus at lIara-Mokin, a town ten kilometers from Akure, the capital city of Ondo State, South West, Nigeria. We are seeking exceptional people to help develop first-class teaching, research and consulting across a key range of disciplines important internationally and especially in the region.

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
The University has vacancies for research active academic staff to be recruited as Professors; Associate Professors; Senior Lecturers; Lecturers, and Assistant Lecturers in the following disciplines:

- Biology
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Computer Sciences
- Mathematics
- Business Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Office/Information Mgt
- Banking & Finance
- Accounting
- History/Diplomatic Studies
- English Language

THE REQUIREMENTS
For each of these positions, except at the Assistant Lecturer level, the possession of a PhD degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university, evidence of substantially scholarly output, and evidence of academic leadership will be required. The minimum length of experience specified for each of the different levels is as follows:

- Professor: 12 years post-doctoral
- Associate Professor: 10 years
- Senior Lecturer: 6years
- Lecturer1: 4 years
- Lecturer II
- Assistant Lecturer: MSc. Plus 2 years experience

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

The University Librarian will report to the Vice-Chancellor and be responsible for the professional delivery of modern library services to support the achievement of the University central mission

THE REQUIREMENTS:
A good university degree and professional qualification in Librarianship obtained from a recognized university
Demonstrable competence in the use of modern ICT tools in the management of a university library.
A minimum of 15 years experience in managing an academic library, three of which must have been at senior management level.
Possession of a Ph D will offer an advantage.

VICE-CHANCELLOR
The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer, responsible for providing intellectual and administrative leadership to the university in realizing its vision, pursuing its objectives and delivering on its mandate. Working with different organs of the University, He/She will be responsible for developing and maintaining high academic standards, operational effectiveness, staff development and orderly growth of the university campus.

The major responsibilities will include:
- Participating actively in the development, revision and implementation of the vision, mission and strategic direction of the University, working in concert with the Board of Trustees and the Governing Council.
- Initiating, championing and maintaining a tradition of academic excellence in the University that will drive all its activities and programs, working in concert with Senate and the Governing Council.
- Installing and supervising the provision of best-in-class administrative processes and procedures that provide effective support to the business of the university.
- Ensuring the institution of a robust regime of accounting and financial management that supports the realization of the aspirations of the Board of Trustees for a self-sustaining and financially buoyant academic institution comparable to the best in the world.
- Attracting, motivating and retaining highly skilled and renowned intellectuals and professionals to the service of the University and providing an environment for them to contribute effectively to the realization of its vision.
- Representing the University with other institutions and relevant external

THE PERSON
The position is for a candidate with impressive academic credentials and institutional management record. These will certainly include:
A PhD degree obtained from a reputable university.
Scholarly accomplishments culminating in attaining the rank of Professor
A minimum of 15 years post-doctoral academic experience, with track record of teaching, research and public service. Administrative experience as Head of Department, Dean of Faculty or Provost of University Colleges will offer distinct advantages.
The ability to develop, review and implement strategic plans for realizing the mission and vision of the university.
Highly developed communication and relational skills, strong emotional intelligence and leadership capabilities.
Excellent physical and mental health, strong personality, ethical orientation and untainted record of academic leadership.
Experience with computerized administrative systems and proficiency in the use of standard office applications on personal computers.
Rich network of competencies and research collaborators. Must be able to attract research funding for programs in the university on the strength of his/her own personal network.
The ability to provide and inspire research leadership, by generating the conditions for attracting strong and research-active academics.

GENERAL INFORMATION
There is an attractive package of benefits, lifestyle opportunities and career prospects open to the right candidates.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should forward a copy of their application letter and their CV to reach the undersigned on selection@excelpros.net within the next four weeks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

THE OFFERS
The appointment of the Vice-Chancellor is for an initial period of 5 years and renewable for another term.

The successful candidate will execute performance contracts with the Governing Council, designed around the university’s strategic plan.

DEADLINE: April 24, 2012.

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INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE (IITA): ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

International non-profit research-far-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.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the following position at the Institute’s Kano Station.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Successful candidate will among other things:
• Coordinate and implement multi-locational on-farm trials
• Coordinate and supervise the collection of data on soils and other biophysical resources, crop management and yields, socio-economic variables and farmers’ perceptions in the project’s dissemination trials
• Coordinate and supervise the collection and processing of soil and plant samples
•Support the training of students and Visiting trainees.
• Undertake data management and analysis; and contribute to reporting of research outputs
• Support project staff to meet reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements of the project activities
• Facilitate all aspects of the project’s operations and management of logistics
• Carry out any other task assigned by the Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS
• M.Sc. in Agronomy, Soil Science or a related discipline.
• Experience with and proven skills in the accurate collection of soil and other agronomic and socio-economic data in field trials are an absolute requirement
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with partners and farmers and to engage farmers in data collection where possible.
• Have good communication skills (a good knowledge of Hausa is an asset)
• Possess good computer skills and be able to use  statistical software and Excel.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

RESPONSIBILITIES 
Successful candidate will among other things:
• Coordinate and implement office procedures for smooth-running and effective office functioning;
• Maintain an effective filing system and safe-keeping of confidential documents;
• Manage and maintain an inventory of office equipment  and other office resources
• Arrange appointment and meetings for Scientists;
• Provide administrative and logistic support to staff and visitors;
• Assist Scientists in retrieval of information, (data and documents);
• Assist in preparation of administrative and financial reports
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS
•BSc/HND in Secretarial Studies, Business Administration, Personnel Management or a related discipline. At least three (3) years post-qualification working experience in a large well structured organization.
• Possess very strong oral and written communication skills.
•Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computer, especially Ms Word. Ms Excel and Publisher.
•Be honest, hardworking and be able to work in a multi-cultural environment.

REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested applicants should visit IITA’s jobsite athttp://www.iita.org/careers and submit their application not later than two weeks from the date of this publication.

DEADLINE: April 10, 2012 .

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AIR NIGERIA VACANCY: OPERATIONS DUTY MANAGER

AND/IOCC/ODM/0312 OPERATIONS DUTY MANAGER
REPORTS TO: Head, Integrated Operations Control Centre
FUNCTION: Operations
SUB FUNCTION: N/A
LOCATION: Lagos

PURPOSE STATEMENT:
The ODM will be responsible for managing the Air Nigeria Integrated Operations Control Centre (IOCC) on a 24 hour basis covering Ramp Control (Across Air Nigeria Network), operational control, flight dispatch, crew control and maintenance planning in accordance with government and company regulations and policies, taking into consideration also safety, Crew Duty time limitations and on Time Departure policy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Maintain full awareness of the performance of flight activities and take tactical decisions to provide directions to all Air Nigeria departments and suppliers providing support to flight operations.
- Focus attention on turn around activities with a view to eliminate delays in all stations, recover delays in any destination station where delays occurred from departure stations and resolve any disruption(s) to the flight programmes as may arise.
- Ensure seamless interface with commercial planning department on route roll outs and routes development to evaluate viable routes and proffer advisory on non performing routes based on statistics obtained from key performance indicators
- Act as a focal point for the whole network as an advisory in operational standards and drive towards increased revenue generation through informed and well coordinated operations and route network.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Educated to degree level
* At least seven (7) years of industry experience in a related role of supervising/managing people
* At least five (5) years experience in flight dispatch/control activities.
* Must be a certified or licensed Flight Dispatcher / Flight Operations
* Working knowledge of computer based Flight Operations tools like Jet planner and or AIMS is required
* In-depth knowledge of NCAR and ICAO annexes.
* Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
* Good time management, planning and organisational skills
* Good numerical and analytical skills
* Excellent communication and presentation skills

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Flight Deck, Cabin Service, Operations, Commercial and all other departments with the organisation

External: Government and Regulatory Authorities (FAAN, NAMA, NCAA, NIMET and Ministry of Transport), Euro control, other civil aviation authorities, Aviance (libra), Jeppesen, AIMs, Wet lessors and Crew Hotac.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested candidates whose skills and capabilities match the job profile should send their CV subject: “OPERATIONS DUTY MANAGER- AN/IOCC/ODM/0312” to careers@myairnigeria.com

Other important information:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This offer closes Wednesday, April 11, 2012.

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E-COMMERCE AND IT COMPANY VACANCIES: CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER

On behalf of our client, an online e-commerce portal and IT company we are seeking a CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER to be based in Lagos.

POSITION: CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assist in the formulation, development and implementation of revenue generating strategies and polices
Responsible for creating the strategic culture necessary for the organization to accomplish its strategic objectives.
Provide on-going support and expertise to all management personnel, assisting them in establishing and meeting or exceeding all set goals, objectives polices and procedures for all the organic functions of the Company.
Ensure effective marketing and promotion of company products
Must have the ability to read, interpret and review project run costs
Strong interpersonal, written and analytical skills
Develop vendor growth and third party relationships.
Ensure that all legal and financial obligations of the Company are met and to take action, as necessary to ensure the continued profitable growth of the company
Establish and maintain policies of Profit and Expense Control in order to engineer profit as a primary objective, establish definite goals/targets and objectives, measure individual and organizational performance.
Maintain employee morale. Ensure programs are current to further career training and leadership development. Inspire employee support of company objectives and provide safe working conditions.
Ensure that the employee handbook contains all of the current applicable policies and procedures of the company
Enhance and maintain brand culture.
In consultation and coordination with the President/CEO and the Company’s Board of Directors, ensure that the company complies with all government laws, regulations and codes.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Related degrees in marketing or communications and recent relevant experience.

REMUNERATION: Attractive
REQUIREMENT: To be filled immediately

TO APPLY
Response to mpsnigeria@gmail.com within 7days of this publication.

DEADLINE: 2nd April, 2012.

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JOBS IN INSURANCE COMPANY IN LAGOS

Our client is a leading and public Quoted insurance company in Nigeria with subsidiaries in other West Africa countries. Opportunities exist for skillful and competent person to: join its team in Nigeria. Attractive and competitive remuneration package and challenging career prospects await successful candidates.

POSITION: CHIEF RISK OFFICER (CRO)

JOB SUMMARY
• Overall Responsibility for the development and implementation of a detailed Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) including but are not limited to Compliance, Market, and Credit Operational. Underwriting and claims Risks framework and business continuity.
• Set up a robust, forward looking Risk function, identify key risk indicators which impacts both negatively and positively and monitor the same on a month to month basis.
• Provides leadership for the effective implementation, measurement and oversight of enterprise risk management.
• Monitor results of function-wide priorities, and highlight/engage on potential corrective actions and dependencies when necessary
• Develop the required KPl’s for the Risk management division to ensure the delivery of first class services.
• Help create the strategic plan and develop processes to ensure appropriate monitoring and follow-up on key initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS
• First degree in Economics, Business Administration or related fields
• A postgraduate degree (MSc or MBA) is an added advantage.
• 10 years post NYSC, experience of which a minimum of 5 years must have been at managerial level
• Strong understanding contemporary knowledge of risk framework such as Credit Market and Operational risk and portfolio management experience at a macro level.
• Detailed knowledge of enterprise risk management, including demonstrated experience in the application of enterprise risk management disciplines to optimize risk decisions within an organization.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested candidates should within two weeks forward their applications with complete resume and relevant credentials to:
The Recruitment Consultant,
P.O Box 75366 Victoria Island, Lagos
OR enduringcareer@gmail.com

DEADLINE: April 10, 2012.

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