Guinness Nigeria Graduate Recruitment 2012 : Graduate Sales

Post Date: 2012-07-23
Desired Course(s): Not Specified
Application Deadline: August 31, 2012

Experience: 0 yrs
Job Status: fulltime
Location:

Job Title: Graduate Sales

Reporting Location Nigeria

Business Unit Guinness Nigeria

Job Description

Diageo Africa operates in over 40 markets across Africa through various business models including publicly quoted companies, joint ventures & licensed brewing entities.

We produce & distribute premium drinks from right across the Diageo portfolio such as Guinness, Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff. We are also home to growing local brands which include our Malt beverages such as Malta Guinness & Alvaro and exciting new innovations like as Foundry cider.

With over 4500 employees working across Supply & Demand we put a significant investment behind our people agenda to ensure that Africa is truly Best Place to Be. We are also proud of the contributions we make in the communities in which we operate both economically and socially, for example our commitment to provide safe access to drinking water to 1million people each year.

Structure

On the Pan Africa Graduate programme our ‘real job’ philosophy ensures you will benefit from authentic experiences designed to accelerate your career development. You will build your expertise and knowledge by completing three 12-month rotations within your chosen discipline and there will be opportunities to spend one of these rotations in a different African market.

Diageo believes that marketing means being passionate about our customers – understanding them is the only way to promote our brands effectively. So during the first year of your development programme you will be immersed in Diageo’s sales process. You’ll spend time in a field sales role, building relationships with our partners and working with customers to maximise sales. Your challenge will be to help make sure our brands are successfully promoted, readily available and well presented to anyone who wants to buy them. The work is challenging, diverse and exciting. At the end of your first year, you will have an opportunity to review your performance and aspirations so you can decide whether you want to take on a bigger sales role or move into brand marketing

Support and Development

The three-year programme includes both functional training and leadership development. Functional training helps you gain the skills, knowledge and experience that will form the foundation of your career with Diageo. Meanwhile, we help you build your leadership expertise so you can encourage thinking, stimulate people and drive change.

There will be opportunities for you to explore other avenues for development at regular reviews with your line manager. In addition, there are ‘connect and development’ events each year, which will help you raise your profile in the company and learn from some of our most experienced leaders.

Essential qualifications and qualities

We are looking for graduates with:

• Minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) or Equivalent, with an excellent academic record.  Although your degree discipline is not significant, you will need to have a real interest in sales and marketing and being genuinely excited about the opportunity to work in these fields.
• No more than two (2) years post NYSC experience
• Talented , ambitious , enthusiastic people who are striving to be the best
• Great energy, drive and can-do attitude
• Great interpersonal skills and team player
• Strong communication skills – verbal and written
• Diageo focus – understands our values and is passionate for what we stand for
• Forward thinking, solution focused  and great appetite for learning
• Commercial acumen
• Leadership qualities – ability to influence
• You must be excited about joining a dynamic, fast paced world leading business and delivering great results right from the start. You should also be mobile and open to opportunities to work across Africa or other Diageo markets.

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FHI 360 Jobs Nigeria: Senior Technical Advisor Reading and Literacy Specialist

Post Date: 2012-07-23
Desired Course(s): Education, Elementary Education Linguist
Application Deadline: August 31, 2012

Experience: 5-7 yrs
Job Status: fulltime
Location:Abuja

FHI 360 is 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. 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. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Senior Technical Advisor/Reading and Literacy Specialist in Nigeria.

Job Title: Senior Technical Advisor Reading and Literacy Specialist

Location: Abuja

Req ID: 2891

Position Description:

The Senior Reading Specialist (SRS) is responsible for technical leadership of state-of-the-art early grade reading program, providing senior expertise in instruction, assessment, coaching, training and materials development and supervising technical personnel.  Working closely with the COP and the Project’s technical staff, the SRS ensures effective planning, delivery and documentation of basic education interventions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree or higher in education, elementary education linguist, reading, literacy or related field.
• Specific training in reading/literacy
• Demonstrated knowledge, expertise and success in mother-tongue based early grade instruction and English as a second language, assessment and teacher training activities.
• Five plus years experience in reading/literacy project implementation
• Strong demonstrated writing, supervisory, communications and training skills;
• Fluency in English.
• Experience working in Africa and Nigeria, specifically, is highly preferred.

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Guinness Nigeria (Diageo) Graduate Recruitment 2012: Graduate Procurement

Post Date: 2012-07-23
Desired Course(s): Not Specified
Application Deadline: August 31, 2012

Experience: 0 yrs
Job Status: fulltime
Location:

Diageo Africa operates in over 40 markets across Africa through various business models including publicly quoted companies, joint ventures & licensed brewing entities.

We produce & distribute premium drinks from right across the Diageo portfolio such as Guinness, Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff. We are also home to growing local brands which include our Malt beverages such as Malta Guinness & Alvaro and exciting new innovations like as Foundry cider.

With over 4500 employees working across Supply & Demand we put a significant investment behind our people agenda to ensure that Africa is truly Best Place to Be. We are also proud of the contributions we make in the communities in which we operate both economically and socially, for example our commitment to provide safe access to drinking water to 1million people each year.

Job Title: Graduate Procurement 

Reporting Location Nigeria

Business Unit Guinness Nigeria

Structure

On the Pan Africa Graduate programme our ‘real job’ philosophy ensures you will benefit from authentic experiences designed to accelerate your career development. You will build your expertise and knowledge by completing three 12-month rotations within your chosen discipline and there may be opportunities to spend one of these rotations in a different African market or other Diageo markets.

In Procurement your three rotations will give you a chance to gain hands-on experience of how Diageo buys materials, services and equipment. We’re proud that our Procurement function makes a vital contribution to our business, from creating brands to making sure our customers can buy the finest Diageo products whenever they want, wherever they are.

Support and Development

The three-year programme includes both functional training and leadership development. Functional training helps you gain the skills, knowledge and experience that will form the foundation of your career with Diageo. Meanwhile, we help you build your leadership expertise so you can encourage thinking, stimulate people and drive change.

You’ll also spend time with our sales force, out in the field as part of your induction programme, to increase your commercial awareness – it’s vital that every graduate understands our brands, our customers and the way we sell.

There will be opportunities for you to explore other avenues for development at regular reviews with your line manager. In addition, there are ‘connect and development’ events each year, which will help you raise your profile in the company and learn from some of our most experienced leaders.

Essential qualifications and qualities

We are looking for graduates with:

• Minimum of a 2nd Class upper or equivalent in Mechanical and Civil Engineering or a related field
• Not more than 2 years post NYSC experience
• High mobility level
• Passion, energy and finely tuned commercial awareness
• Analytical abilities and strong problem-solving skills
• The ability to build strong relationships, influence others and work well under pressure
• You must be excited about joining a dynamic, fast paced world leading business and delivering great results right from the start. You should also be   mobile and open to opportunities to work across Africa or other Diageo markets

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OANDO OIL & GAS VACANCIES

VACANCY TITLE: ATTORNEY
DEPARTMENT: Legal
1. JOB SUMMARY
The Attorney shall work within the Legal Services Shared Services Centre (SSC) and will primarily be responsible for providing day-to-day administrative support on the Finance aspects of various legal transactions, corporate projects/assignments regarding theando Group as well as legal support lon M&A transactions and legal support for the Shared Services Units, oando Foundation, Corporate Secretariat and the Engineering and Technology organization (ETO) departments within the Group, and any other entity as requested/directed by the Chief Legal officer or the Finance Advisor.
The Attorney will be responsible for daily transaction processing e.g. as relates to the preparation and review of contracts, legal opinions etc. In addition, the Attorney will provide project administration support, project work plan monitoring, status report preparation, project documentation and filing in addition to handling assigned responsibilities.
The Attorney shall be responsible for the processing of legal transactions in line with the overall philosophy and strategy of the Group regarding legal advisory matters and ensures that all practices, policies and business activities handled fall within the bounds of the Group’s legal posture.
The Attorney shall provide transaction and operational support and practical advice, geared towards the effective and efficient management of the legal needs of each transaction/assignment handled.
2. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Executes work/implements best practices for legal services on assigned transactions.
Processes legal transactions; prepares and reviews legal opinions and agreements as may be requested of users from time to time.
Attends meetings and negotiates contracts with third parties and or members of other and or entities, Corporate Finance, the Shared Services Units,and or Foundation or ETO, with regard to the respective transactions or projects as the case may be.
Liaise with Group Finance, Group Treasury, external solicitors and external financial advisors on ongoing Finance or M&A transactions.
Liase with Tax Department on Tax compliance requirements and Tax aspects of transactions. Copied from
Writes basic letters, files, updates and archives legal documents and case folders.
Maintains and periodically updates the databases maintained by the Legal Services department.
3. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
1st degree in Law; BL
4 years legal work experience either from a reputable law firm or within the Legal Department of a reputable and structured business environment
Significant experience in Finance and/or Tax is required
Some experience in mergers and acquisitions would be an added advantage
Ability to perform basic/general legal analysis
Strong & effective business communication (verbal and writing skills)
Ability to plan and execute complex assignments under pressure
4. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED
Oil & Gas Industry History and Dynamics
Good basic understanding of oando’s business
Knowledge of the local, national and international laws and regulations pertaining to the various industries in which the Group’s businesses operate
Negotiation and Contract Management.
Legal Documentation
Basic Accounting
Commercial awareness, business acumen and entrepreneurial skills
Customer Relationship Management
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork
Networking
Proficiency in Microsoft office applications
Strong communication and basic presentation skills
CLICK HERE TO APPLY

DUE DATE: Aug 1, 2012.

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RECENT VACANCIES, MTN NIGERIA

JOB TITLE: SENIOR MANAGER , ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING
DEPARTMENT: Information Systems
LOCATION:  Lagos
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Lead Architectural visioning and blueprinting across the value chain.
Develop long-term IS architectural strategy & ensures alignment of IT strategy and planning with MTNN business goals.
Identify & evaluate new business opportunities and recommends strategies for augmenting short- and long-term business growth
Translate business vision and strategy into effective enterprise change by implementing and improving key principles and models that describe the enterprises future state and enable its evolution.
Manage risks associated with information and IT assets through appropriate standards and security architecture
Recommend & enforces compliance to Group architectural blueprint, considering local & international developments in business and architectural principles.
Provide a consolidated view of the Enterprises technology and business landscape
Manage outputs of the Architecture Governance and ensure compliance and alignment. Copied from
Manage and govern strategic demands of proper enterprise architecture design with tactical demands whilst driving effective enterprise change
JOB CONDITIONS:    General MTNN working conditions
REPORTING TO:     General Manager, Enterprise Services
REQUIRED SKILLS:
First degree in relevant discipline preferably Computer Science or equivalent
Masters Degree in a relevant discipline will be an advantage.
Minimum of 12 years experience in Enterprise Architecture and planning within a Medium to Large Telcom or Multi-Media organisation especially the business/technology planning
5 years experience in a managerial capacity.
At least 6years experience in enterprise architecture and NGOSS, EA frameworks and Telco 2.0 frameworks especially proven and applied knowledge of Telco business model.
Enterprise level experience with a strategic focus
Experience  in EA practices within Telco related industry especially visioning and technology trends
Detailed  experience in integrating Enterprise applications and technology in a complex environment
SOA and end-to-end Portal and Social media expertise
Detailed working experience of IT governance and standards.
DUE DATE: 8/2/2012
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RAPID RENTALS LIMITED VACANCIES

Rapid Rentals Limited is a team of Facilities Management professionals determined to set new standards in our sector.
We however eighteen years of building services experience, both local and international which we deploy for the smooth and efficient running of your office, factory, hotel, hospital other buildings.
Our relentless pursuit of best practice means you can focus on your core activities whilst we take away the hassle of running your buildings.
RAPID RENTALS LIMITED IS RECRUITING SALES & LOGISTICS OFFICERS.
JOB TITLE: SALES & LOGISTICS OFFICER
JOB LOCATION: Lagos
ROLE SPECIFICATION
Sales & Marketing
Discussing and agreeing sales targets with managing director
Delivering agreed sales targets
Proactively seeking potential sales opportunities for the company by networking, through existing and new contacts
Cooperation with the company’s accounts staff for the proper performance of their duties
Monitoring competitor activity and maintaining a healthy relationship (where possible) with main industry players
Receiving bookings from customers and. Copied from
Originating and coordinating promotional & marketing activity to include but not limited to
Meetings & presentations to prospective clients
Electronic Mail shots, Bulk SMS broadcast
Advertising via various media (subject to approval by MD)
Proper recording of sales and cost transactions
Operations & Logistics
Absolute responsibility for fulfilling bookings taken by the company
To ensure availability of rental assets to fulfill bookings
Managing the company’s diesel fuel stock
Day to day control of the company’s assets
Ensuring safe and timely delivery/collection to/from customer sites
Ensuring generators and vehicles are serviced as required so as to maximize both asset life and revenue
Day to day liaison with operations staff :
To ensure availability engineers / vehicles to fulfill bookings
Ensuring rental assets are checked and ready to gout again after each booking
Proper record keeping / logging of asset use and whereabouts
Secure & proper storage of company equipment.
Actively seeking knowledge about the company’s business and operations with the aim of bringing about continuous improvement.
TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send application and Cv to: hr@rapidfacilitiesgroup.com
DUE DATE: 31 July, 2012.

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CURRENT VACANCIES, GLAXOSMITHKLINE GSK

JOB TITLE: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
LOCATION – Town / City    Ilupeju-Lagos
LOCATION – Country    Nigeria
REPORTING TO (JOB TITLE): Head of Regulatory (Rx)
TYPE OF POSITION:  Permanent
JOB ADVERT JOB PURPOSE/SCOPE
Responsible for ensuring that Pharma products are manufactured at third parties and GSK facilities to meet local regulatory standards and GSK Quality Management System requirements
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure that only wholesome products are manufactured and released to the market
Manages processes to achieve Right First Time Quality Products and reduced process wastage
Ensure Quality process documentation and compliance to maintain consistency in batch to batch and in line with regulatory requirements
Manages Product complaints and returned goods handling and investigation to identify weakness in processes, materials, equipment and methods with a view to eliminating them and improving customer satisfaction
Manages Change Control processes at 3rd parties maintain Periodic Product Review of Pharma products, so as to ensure that all changes that will impact quality are well considered and appropriate approval sought before changes are implemented
Manages 3rd party inspection and quality audit processes to assure that Production and Quality processes are in place, effective and complied with at all times ; manage and review CAPAs from L2 audits
Manages technical transfer and analytical transfer of Pharma products.
Generates and reviews batch documents and SOPs.
Collaborates with Purchasing, Logistics and Pharma Commercial for production planning and production execution
Provides all necessary information required on-time registration of existing and new products by NAFDAC and other relevant regulatory bodies.
Provides relevant technical information to Copied from  Regulatory department and other departments in Commercial.
Support Supplier development programme so as to ensure the quality of all inputs into the production process.
QMS champion for the Pharma Business Unit overseeing all QMS related activities for the AWA markets reporting to the QMS Co-coordinator, Head of Regulatory Affairs, AWA
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Pharmacy degree
Not less than 5 years hands –on experience in the Pharmaceutical production and Quality Assurance operations.
Additional educational qualification in Pharmaceutics at post graduate level and exposure to Quality Management systems application to Pharmaceutical
Quality Assurance is desirable
Good Communication skills
Fair knowledge of Engineering and process operations
Computer literacy
COMPETENCIES
Sound knowledge of manufacturing processes
In-depth experience and application of Quality Management System
High level of creativity, assertiveness and bias for problem solving
Effective leadership skills.
Computer literacy and good statistical data management
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: 03/08/12.

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Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Vacancy : Store Clerk

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Vacancy to fill the position of Store Clerk.

Job Position: Store Clerk

Job Reference: SCK 12
Department: Stores

The  Job:

• Receive all stock into the store, tag all the new items, ensure these items are stored correctly in the part of the store designated for them.
• Issue out all stock items to the requesting department for a smooth running of activities
• Keep detailed and accurate record of all the stock that goes through the store for records purposes
• Request for more stock when the number of items gets to the recommended minimum level
• Ensure the environment  in and around the store is well maintained and kept clean at all times to avoid environmental hazards

The person:

• Ability to shelve, store and distribute materials;
• Good communication skills;
• Organisational and record keeping skills;
• Basic use of an ERP or any other related software;
• Knowledge in basic bookkeeping
• Should be keen to details;
• Physically fit.

Qualification:

• OND/ATS
• 5 O' level credits including Mathematics & English Language  in not more than 2 sittings.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience

Application Closing Date
On or before 25th July, 2012.

How To Apply
Interested candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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GE Energy Recruit for Energy Project Development – Project Associate

GE Energy recently signed an MOU with the Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Power. The purpose of the MoU is to jointly develop 10GW over 10 years with the Federal government of Nigeria and Private sector power developers. The MOU Development team lead implementation of the MOU by originating, structuring and execution of incremental power generation projects which will drive profitable growth for GE Energy in Nigeria. Development will include external partnering initiatives as well as internally

Job Number:    1535670
Business:    GE Global Growth & Operations
Business Segment:    Global Growth & Operations - Africa
About Us:    
Posted Position Title:    Energy Project Development – Project Associate
Career Level:    Experienced
Function:    Business Management
Function Segment:    Executive Management
Location:    Nigeria
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:    
City:    
Postal Code:    

Relocation Assistance:    
No    

Essential Responsibilities:    
This Project Associate role will report to the Project Development Leader. The Project Associate will maintain project profomas and other analysis crticial for identification, selection and development of investible power projects. As directed by the execution director, the project Associate will also work with other team members including legal/compliance, debt & equity capital markets, Energy Financial Services functional teams, as well as GE Energy commercial team inclusive of equipment sales and GPO/EPC relationship manager.

Specific activities will include:
- Identify, screen, select and negotiate new project development opportunities for GE Energy.
- Identify, screen and structure business deals and opportunities
- Promote progress on existing projects, either by supporting the co-developer and/or by undertaking development initiatives as required from time to time.
- Protect GE Africa's interest both within and outside contractual arrangements.
- Follow-up on project progress & budgets and report to team.
- Support sell-up activities on current deals or projects.

Qualifications/Requirements:    
- University degree, preferably in engineering and/or finance.
- MBA or Master's degree in a related field.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in similar infrastructure position (Energy) with strong understanding of the key stakeholders, environment including project development agreements, EPC
Agreements, management of consultants and subcontractors, land deals, permitting procedures, project finance structures and financial models.
- Dynamic, enthusiastic, self-motivated and pro-active.
- Ability to work independently as well as ability to work well with diverse, cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated project management and financial skills in cost/budgeting.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Computer literate (Word / Excel / Power point and MS Project).
- Proven ability to influence and drive change through exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated tendency to challenge the status quo and drive constant improvement in process and ability to achieve organizational goals.
- Great presentational skills, able to present ideas in a way that produces understanding and impact.
- Ability to resolve complex issues within specified area. Ability to develop and execute multiple priorities and approaches to meet objectives. Proven ability to effectively communicate across a distributed workforce.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:    

Desired Characteristics:    
- Project Management Professional (PMP) qualifications.
- Green Belt or Black Belt certification (GE Employees Only).
- Fluency in English language
- Solid Knowledge of African Market / Environment.

Job Segments: 
Business Manager, Compliance, Customer Service, Energy, Engineer, Engineering, Equity, Federal Government, Finance, Government, Legal, Management, MBA, Outside Sales, Project Manager, Relationship Manager, Sales, Technology
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BRITISH COUNCIL VACANCIES

NIGERIA – MONITORING AND EVALUATION CONSULTANT
PROJECT NAME: M&E framework for NTTI
BACKGROUND:
The purpose of the British Council is to create international opportunities for the people of the UK and other countries and build trust between them worldwide. In order to deliver the best in cultural relations we focus our programmes in the following areas: Education and Society; English; Arts. These are called the Strategic Business Units. English portfolio is broadly categorised under three programmes- English Connect, English Interface and English Engage.
Nigerian Teacher Training Initiative (NTTI) is a teacher-centred project under English Engage and it is only delivered in Nigeria. British council has operations in eight regions that include Sub-Saharan Africa. With 1.75 billion – one in five of the world’s population – set to live in the region by 2050 and a GDP that is forecast to grow by seven per cent over the next two decades – faster than China – there is cause for both optimism and caution. English language is central to the region’s our port folio of projects and programmes will have doubled both in size and impact.
OBJECTIVES:
Create an M&E framework that drives data demand and use; where data results collected and reported are relevant and could be used to demonstrate success to partners thereby leading to increased partnerships. Aim to use this to increase, promote and support impact evaluation at the end of the project; advance organisational learning, provide evidence-based results; embed results-oriented Monitoring and Evaluation process, and influence decision making.
DUTIES:
Scope and Scale: Two objectives:
Create a detailed Monitoring and Evaluation framework for Nigerian Teacher Training Initiative (NTTI) project
Specifically, the M&E framework should have and address valid impact evaluation questions
OUTPUTS EXPECTED INCLUDE:
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework Nigerian Teacher Training Initiative (NTTI) project that includes detailed impact and evaluation processes
Address Impact Evaluation (IE) in M&E framework. Copied from
Tools, templates for data/results collection, collation, storing, reporting and communication
COMPETENCIES
Individual or research/consultancy organisations interested in this project must have the following skills and competencies:
KEY
Experience in evaluation of education related projects. Experience in evaluation of Teacher Training programme is an advantage. Sample work may be required prior to interview.
OTHERS
Knowledge of Cost-effectiveness, Value for Money and Impact Assessment
Sample work may be required.
Experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa/developing countries
Experience working with internal evaluators and programme manager for a large portfolio delivered in more than five (5) countries; preferred
Ability to write concise, analytical, easily understood reports
Excellent writing and verbal communication in English
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: 03 Aug 2012.

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JOB VACANCIES at MTN NIG

JOB TITLE: SENIOR MANAGER:ENTERPRISE QUALITY ASSURANCE & TEST
DEPARTMENT: Information Systems
LOCATION: Lagos
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Strategic
Design, execute and maintain a Quality Assurance and Test Management strategy across all areas of the ISG business, including the necessary definition, development and deployment of quality assurance strategies that align with overall MTNN business objectives
Develop Develop and manage quality assurance and test metrics for performance improvement of all project deliverables/teams
Implement ongoing quality improvement processes across all ISG areas:
Develop and manage practices to raise quality during solution/product deployment such as: continuous integration, reviews, automated code testing tools (eg: static analysis tools)
Developer/  specify standards, methods procedures to determine solution /product quality or release readiness
Create testing programs that address areas such as API and database impacts, software scenarios, performance testing, regression testing, negative testing, error bug retests usability testing
Develop and manage practices to ensure quality throughout all phases of deployment including requirements, design, and right through the test phases in all systems
Evaluate and enhance AOL all L QA standards, technologies and approaches
Identify deviance from standards, and suggest modifications to ensure compliance.
OPERATIONAL
Ensure QA standards are met and report on compliance (including performance against QA Management plan, business KPIs and client KPQPs & SLAs)
Manage the planning and execution cycle of product testing efforts to meet committed delivery dates:
Develop and implement test schedules and processes for components, performance, system , and documentation, ensuring adequate resources ensuring
adequate resources
Develop status reports based on test completion/ findings and communicate these to team leaders, including any impact on the overall project plan
Anticipate program release problems and take corrective action, escalating as needed , to resolve and achieve commitments
Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, and potential problems
Ensure test procedures are well documented to ensure ability and compliance with standards
Ensure software defects are documented using a bug tracking system, and defects are to software developers
Ensure the viability, functionality and effectiveness of essential tools Copied from
Ensure relevant skills development and training are available to all
Institute effective communication and feedback mechanisms – Clear and effective reporting
Institute QA and Testing practices that ensures speed of delivery and quality of delivery
TASK COMPLEXITY:
Develop roadmap for ensuring quality in ISG as it impacts the rest of MTNN
Strategically drive improved Quality of Experience for all MTNN deployments
Create and Support Quality Management System (QMS) implementation activities
Drive best Quality and testing best practice, and facilitate the identification of solutions subject to approval of GM Enterprise Services. Lead a team of quality assurance and test engineers responsible for the integration, system, and regression testing of MTNN products/solutions.
Exercise sound judgment in making Quality and test thoroughness versus time-to-market tradeoff decisions.
Organize and coordinate testing efforts for dozens of simultaneous projects.
Ensure that qualitative approach to solutions/product release. Ensure it is sufficiently tested
Drive Test Automation strategy .Design and implement manual and automated testing.
Support the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations that affect ISG and MTNN as whole.
Keep current with new technologies and techniques across the Telecoms/ICT space
JOB CONDITIONS:    Normal MTNN working conditions.
REPORTING TO:     GM,Enterprise Services
REQUIRED SKILLS:
First degree in Economics or any IT field.
Post Graduate degree dégrée in a relevant field is desirable
Professional Certification (PMP/, ITIL, ISEB).
Post Graduate degree in a relevant field is desirable
Project Management Certification (Prince 2/PMP)
Minimum of 12 years experience in Information systems Quality Management and Testing or a similar role which must include:
of which must include a minimum
Minimum of 5 years management experience within the same field.
6 years experience in information and communication technology (ICT) preferably in the Telecommunications or a related industry
Experience of using Test Management and Automation tools
Solid experience defining and implementing strategic QA and Test plans across all areas of the business : solution or product development, systems architecture, testing, client support and/r ICT
Demonstrated experience improving deployment practices to raise quality such as: continuous integration, code coverage analysis, code reviews, code quality tools, automated code testing tools (eg: static analysis tools)
Experience managing testing throughout the SDLC ( unit testing, System Integration testing, performance testing, UAT, etc)
Demonstrated experience administrating QA metrics, such as defect profiles and performance to entry/exit criteria
Strong understanding of different software development life cycles (waterfall, iterative, agile)
Thorough knowledge of testing and quality assurance within the UNIX and Windows environments and relational database design & use including SQL and other open source technologies
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Permanent
QUALIFICATION:
First degree in Economics or any IT field. Post Graduate degree in a relevant field is desirable Professional Certification (PMP/, ITIL, ISEB). Post Graduate degree in a relevant field is desirable Project Management Certification (Prince 2/PMP)
DUE DATE: 8/2/2012
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GALAZYSPORTS LIMITED VACANCIES

Galazysports Limited is a vibrant Sports Social Networking company, determined to build the premier white-label social networking software on the Web.
We’re extremely ambitious and excited about our work and are looking for the best talent to join our Team. The atmosphere is fast-paced, fun, results oriented and rewarding.
POSITIONS: HEAD, HUMAN RESOURCES AND RECRUITING
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute a strategic approach to achieve staffing goals & deliver on target staffing plans
Manage full cycle recruiting process across for technical and non-technical roles
Build and manage a team of talented recruiters/source’s/coordinators.
Scale the recruiting team by driving key automation and productivity initiatives.
Implement efficient, scalable recruiting business processes which support Galazysport’s rapid growth.
Create innovative programs, events and campaigns to help hire the best people, including innovative use of galazysports.com itself.
Provide leadership, inspiration and coaching to the recruiting teams.
Continue to build out and manage a strong bench of star recruiters, source’s and coordinators across the organization.
Lead hiring and career development for a recruiting team of smart, highly ambitious professionals across a variety of recruiting roles.
Partner with the rest of the People team to provide excellent strategic partnership and guidance, as well as to execute programs and initiatives for internal clients with unmatched speed and quality. Copied from
Partner with managers and their teams across the business to understand their business need and hire the right talent to fill their role and scale as Galazysports evolves.
Build out and manage back-end recruiting operations capabilities, including sourcing, screening, and coordination functions.
REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated success of building and managing high performing recruiting team in fast-paced environment.
1+ years of experience including at least 1 year of people management.
Proven analytical ability. Excellent analytical and metrics skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Ability to partner with senior leadership.
Ability to effectively influence and communicate cross-functionally.
An ability to build and coordinate cross-functional teams from a wide range of disciplines.
Creativity in problem-solving, resourcefulness, ability to be detail-oriented, strong organizational skills.
Unparalleled organizational, communication, leadership and customer service skills.
A passionate belief in the social benefits of the Internet and Galazysports in particular.
Technical and non-technical recruiting experience in a high-growth, fast-paced, and changing environment.
Ability to effectively operate with high energy and flexibility in a fast-paced, constantly evolving team environment.
BA/BS degree with outstanding academic performance.
POSITION: RECRUITER
RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with client groups to understand their hiring needs and goals
Partner with recruiting team members (recruiters, sourcers, and coordinators) to develop, implement, and execute hiring strategy for 25+ requisitions
Manage and execute on recruiting-related projects and presentations
Maintain data reports and performance metrics on a regular basis
Interview and manage candidates full life cycle (from sourcing and initial screen to offer and onboarding)
Facilitate interview and hiring discussions with interviewers and hiring managers
Drive offer process – including extending offers, closing candidates, and generating offer letters
Work with Human Resources team to onboard new hires
Act as an internally and externally-facing representative of and our talent acquisition team Galazysports
REQUIREMENTS
1 year recruiting/ management experience from a search firm or in-house recruiting team
Experience partnering with managers, interviewers, and team members throughout the hiring process
Ability to build a sourcing and recruiting strategy for a range of roles, levels, and functions
Passionate about Galazysports product and able to speak tour technology/industry
Interest in contributing to the Galazysports mission and goals
Willingness to work flexible hours as needed.
Willingness to lead, mentor, and support a recruitment team
HOW TO APPLY
Qualified candidates will receive a competitive salary and benefits including stock options, health plan, etc. Please send a resume and full photo cover to jobs@galazysports.com
No recruiters please.
PLEASE NOTE: Galazysports does not accept any unsolicited resumes from headhunters, executive recruiters, orther staffing or personnel agencies. Please do not submit or forward any such resumes tour site, jobs alias, Galazysports employees or any other company location. Galazysports is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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JOBS IN PZ CUSSONS LAGOS, NIGERIA

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
ALL BUSINESS UNITS – LAGOS
THE ROLE: SUPPLY MANAGER
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO:
Create an optimized rolling 24 month supply plan (in conjunction with materials and factory teams) that takes into account the demands and constraints of domestics and export forecasts, materials supply, stock targets and production efficiencies and capacities.
Supply scenarios planning
Give monthly update of TM1 system (actual supply, opening stocks, CIRL’s supply planning, 13 week plans).
Create an optimized rolling 13 weeks production plan (MPS) ( in conjunction with materials and factory teams) that takes into account the demands and constraints of domestics and export forecasts, materials supply, stock targets and production efficiencies and capacity.
Set and quarterly review CIRL’s/DIRL’s in conjunction with customer services champion and demand manager.
Confirm work orders or schedules, progress chase/pursue and ensure that stock is maintained at agreed levels required to buffer against demand variability. copied from
Monitor finished goods stocks level against current and future requirement taking action on any foreseen shortage and excesses.
Communicate with local purchasing and imported materials supply teams to expedite /de-expedite materials as indicated by the MPS.
Conduct regular production capacity assessments to ensure RCCP is always based on latest data.
Liaise closely with factory staff to ensure that any short term changes made ao accommodate actual production or materials constraints do not adversely affect the overall plan.
Monitor Production to plan performance and coordinate action for improvement with supply chain colleagues and factory management.
THE PERSON:
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE MUST:
Possess B.SC in sciences/engineering; an MBA will be an added advantage
Possess minimum of 3-5 years work experience in planning and logistics
Have a detailed knowledge of the production planning and purchasing process together with the understanding of company portfolio of materials and suppliers
Have a good knowledge of the rules, regulations and practices pertaining to sourcing/importing/purchasing from sources will be advantageous copied from
Be familiar with stock control techniques and issues.
Have a deep experience of MRP II techniques and systems
Have a detailed knowledge of vendor management principles and practices
Have a high negotiating power.
Have a CANDO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE, ONENESS
Please note that only shortlisted candidates would be contacted
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: 30 Jul 2012.

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PZ CUSSONS RECENT JOBS

TECHNICAL MANAGER
SOAP AND DETERGENT – ALL STATES
THE ROLE: TECHNICAL MANAGER: THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO:
Interface between the Factory and Marketing/NPD/R&D in terms of identifying plant,equipment and materials requirements to meet both NPD and MI objectives
Be responsible for the QC/QA function as it relates to Personal care factories.
Continue process development and optimisation of existing plant and processes to reduce conversion cost and improve efficiency
Continue process development and optimisation of existing plant and processes to delivery the product quality expected by the market
Develop of MI opportunities through process optimisation/rationalisation in conjunction with local R&D and the Personal Care Network
To liaise with supply chain to ensure copied from raw material quality meets plant requirements
Conduct internal auditing of processes to ensure that safe operating conditions/environment are maintained
Development of business proposals for future developments in conjunction with senior management in Nigeria and UK
Be a member of the Personal care category team
THE PERSON: The Right candidate must
•Have B.Tech/B.Eng Chemical Engineering
•Have a minimum of  10 years experience in Personal care manufacturing industries that includes creams, lotions, jellies, floor wash, dish wash etc.
•Exposure to soaps and/or detergents manufacturing will be an added advantage.
•Be a Computer expertise especially in MS Word, MS Excel , Access, PowerPoint.
•Have excellent oral and written communication skills
Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: 30 Jul 2012.

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STANBIC IBTC BANK VACANCY

COMPLIANCE OFFICER
JOB: ID9485
LOCATION: NIGERIA
DIVISION: PRIVATE CLIENTS
POSITION: CATEGORY EQUITY DERIVATIVES
EMPLOYMENT: TYPE
FULL TIME – PERMANENT
SHIFT: NO
REGULATORY: APPROVAL YES
POSITION DESCRIPTION
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• Responsible for the Corporate Compliance Program, functioning as an independent and objective officer that reviews and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within the organization.
• Ensure the management and employees are in compliance with the rules and regulations of regulatory bodies, that company policies and procedures are being followed, and that behavior in the organization meets the company’s Standards of conduct.
FULL JOB DETAILS
DIVISION PROPOSITION
Standard Bank is the largest bank in Africa and our highly visible brand, award-winning service, and strong global presence helps us maintain our market-leading position. We place huge value on the talent of our people to drive our continued success, and to support our plans for growth. We now need a talented and resourceful individual to help us fulfil our business objectives and build customer loyalty
POSITION DESCRIPTION
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• Responsible for the Corporate Compliance Program, functioning as an independent and objective officer that reviews and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within the organization.
• Ensure the management copied from  and employees are in compliance with the rules and regulations of regulatory bodies, that company policies and procedures are being followed, and that behavior in the organization meets the company’s Standards of conduct.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Problem Solving
•Ability to work with and through diverse groups comprising technical and business specialists which may have conflicting/competing interests
•Goal getter, rarely upset by criticism, able to retain optimism despite setbacks.
•Finding practical ways of resolving business problems.
Planning
•Responsible for risk management including: risk identification, risk analysis, risk mitigation planning, risk tracking, and risk reporting. Performing project risk assessments. Analyzing risks and risk mitigation effects on project cost, schedule, and scope, requiring a thorough understanding of complex factors affecting the product/service being delivered, project management, and stakeholders.
•Planning, driving and co-ordinating BCM projects to delivery
Decision making
•REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
Knowledge
•Higher National Diploma in Accounting (Upper/Credit level).
•BSc in Accounting.(Second class Upper Division).
•Associate Member Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).
•Student Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS).
•Strong Analytical/Numerical Skills
•Knowledge of capital market activities.
•Practical knowledge in financial analysis.
•Excellent understanding of Stockbroking  Operations,CIB Products and Services
•Proficiency in MS office
•Report Writing Skills
•Experience in Managing and Coordinating a team
EXPERIENCE
•2 years experience in banking/asset management/pension fund administration.
PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
•Problem solving / Innovative.
•Flair for Personal Development & Learning
•Sociable, good interpersonal and relationship management skills
•Self Starter, willing to work with little or no supervision
•Detailed and analytical
•Creative and Innovative.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are totally opposed to discrimination in any form. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees regardless of race, sex, colour, nationality, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital / partnership status, religion, age or disability.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: Jul 26, 2012.

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