Energy Project Development-Project Associate at GE Nigeria

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Energy Project Development-Project Associate at GE Nigeria
Postal Code: 101233
Location: Ikoyi - Lagos, Nigeria
Job Number: 1617528
Business: GE Global Growth & Operations
Business Segment: Global Growth & Operations - Africa
Posted Position Title: Energy Project Development-Project Associate
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Business Management
Function Segment: Administration and Support

Role Summary:
The Project Associate maintains project proformas and other analysis critical 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.


Essential Responsibilities:
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
Support in developing close relations with a network of Regional/local banks / financial institutions & Investors and build range of finance solutions
Support in originating customer & project financing opportunities and initiate structuring of financing solutions
Support the underwriting effort pulling in expertise from the broader CMC team.

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 Background in Project Finance/Project development Advisory
Deep Structured Project Finance skills required
Strong Modeling, Credit and underwriting skills required
Experience in developing/financing of complex multi-party Infrastructure projects
Strong Project Management and integration skills
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 finance experience in power generation
Experience in financing or lending activities in the region
Project Management Professional (PMP) qualifications.
Green Belt or Black Belt certification (GE Employees Only).
Fluency in English language
Solid Knowledge of African Market / Environment. Project finance experience in power generation.
Experience in financing or lending activities in the region
Project Management Professional (PMP) qualifications.
Green Belt or Black Belt certification (GE Employees Only).
Fluency in English language
Solid Knowledge of African Market / Environment.

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2012

How To Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should:
Click here to apply online

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MTN Nigeria Recruits Team Lead, Provisioning

MTN Nigeria The leader in telecommunications in Nigeria, and a part of a diverse community in Africa and the Middle East.

MTN Nigeria is recruiting to fill the below position of:

Job Title: Team Lead, Provisioning
Department: Information Systems
Employment Status : Permanent
Reporting To: Resource Systems Manager
Location: Lagos

Job Description
Manage the planning of application upgrades and deployment (Provisioning and Number management)
Adhere and enforce all company and IS Policies and Standards
Supervise the following application team outcomes:
User security
Application performance and resolution of slow performance issues
Compliance to IS matrix
Coordinate and execute technical test during application upgrades and new deployments
Documentation of IS applications
Proactive maintenance

Execute routine system functionalities
Provide direction to problem investigation and analysis
Provide input, Monitoring and execution of SLA
Collaborate with business units and other departments to analyse business requirements and define application needs
Document weekly reports per functional areas
Normal MTNN working conditions Projects and constraints may require overtime and weekend work 24 hour telephonic availability
Requirements
First degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics, Telecommunications or related discipline
4 years or more application administration and development within the Telecommunications/ technology sector
2 Years practical experience as an application’s team leader
Experience in: IS support processes, Systems integration, Project management, Application construction, Information, technology and application architecture
Exposure to typical Mobile Telecommunications applications with specialist expertise in more than one of the following functional areas:
Billing systems (Corporate & Retail Billing, Interconnect Billing)
GSM network interfacing applications (Provisioning, PrePaid management systems)
Working knowledge of all project management principles and general technical management
Good knowledge of network nodes in relation to provisioning and number management
Application Closing Date
12th October, 2012

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

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Business Development Manager at Talent Bureau

Our client, a leading global provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions, serving customers in the lodging, retail, food service, health care and food and beverage sectors, 
as well as building service contractors, has a vacancy for Business Development Manager based in Lagos. The successful candidate will be responsible for identification and development of new business opportunities as well as servicing the existing accounts. He/she will report directly to the Country Director.

Job: Business Development Manager

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY

•     Develop a business strategy for the identified sector
•     Develop action plans to deliver the strategy
•     Develop and grow existing accounts through a focused sales plan
•     Service existing key customers
•     Identify and explore new sales opportunities
•     Develop a strong relationship with clients who are decision makers

SKILLS, QUALIFICATION & COMPETENCIES

•     Graduate degree in Chemistry, Food Science or Chemical Engineering
•     At least 4 years Experience in Business to Business selling is a must
•     In-depth understanding of the market
•     Must have the ability to work independently, take initiatives and manage priorities
•     Excellent communication and organization skills is highly required
•     Ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships

EXPOSURE ON THE JOB

This position will give the successful candidate:

• An opportunity to work with top professionals on some of the most trusted brands in the commercial cleaning and sanitation industry.
• Experience the energy and passion for a cleaner, healthier future.

PACKAGE:

Competitive Benefits package.

Method of Application

Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day - time telephone number to info@talentbureauonline.com making " Business Development Manager" subject of their email. CVs are to be sent on or before 3rd October 2012 at 5.00pm.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Vacancy for Head of Chambers at a Law Firm

Job Title: Head of Chambers

The Job : A medium sized law firm based in Victoria Island, Lagos with a reputation for hard work and dexterity has a vacancy for HEAD OF CHAMBERS as part of
its reorganization and repositioning drive.

The Person

Must be personable, intelligent and articulate with not less than 10 years' post qualification experience.
Must be smart and result oriented with above average management skills.

The Pay

Client's reward system recognizes effectiveness and efficiency.

Interested candidates should send application and current resume to info@gbc-consult.com and aobgbc2@yahoo.co.uk stating current emoluments and expected emoluments.

Deadline: 15th October 2012

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted please.

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Casino Cashiers Jobs at Sun International Hotels

Sun International - Our hotels have the most up-to-date venue facilities tailored to the needs of our conference guests. Excellent service
from our friendly and experienced hotel conference staff means delegates and hosts can relax with the knowledge that their conference will run seamlessly. 

Sun International is recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Position: Casino Cashiers 

Job Code: CASH001

Job Responsibilities 

• The cashiers (reporting to the cashiering supervisor) are the front line customer service point for financial transactions between guests and the casino.
• Their main responsibilities are to attend to the guests’ financial transaction, requests, to process cash and smart card transactions on the casino’s computer system,and to balance allocated cash floats.

Qualification and Experience

• BSC/HND minimum with accounting background
• Excellent numerical skills
• Self-motivated with strong self-discipline, integrity and honesty
• High tolerance of stress
  Must have recognized photo identity document
• Must provide for two guarantors photo identity documents
• Must have a traceable address
• Fully computer literate MS Office
• Previous experience in banking industry as cashier preferable
• Sound interpersonal tests
• High mental alertness
• Attention to detail
• Confident and outgoing personality
• Well presented with good deportment
• High level of initiative and drive
• Excellent communication skills

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and a scanned passport picture to: vacancies@ng.suninternational.com using the "position code" as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline 5th October , 2012.

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PZ CUSSONS JOB VACANCIES

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
ALL BUSINESS UNITS – Lagos 
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
The successful candidate will be required to:
Provide financial leadership to the business, and oversee the controls, budgets and act as an interface with accounting.
Ensure that financial targets are met and drive the business planning process.
On a monthly basis conduct balance sheet reconciliation reviews to highlight any profit risks and opportunities, and ensure that these get addressed.
Drive category margins through SKU profitability assessments and reports.
Drive the weekly financial reporting process and ensure effective weekly overhead controls.
Ensure timely submission of budget and forecast to the group.
Ensure spending controls are in place.
Ensure that the company’s assets are safe-guarded by working closely with internal audit to ensure that appropriate levels of controls are in place and that any exposures are addressed.
THE PERSON:
The right candidate must possess:
ICAN, ACA or ACCA qualification.
At least 10 years post NYSC experience in an FMCG outfit.
Must have demonstrated experience in financial accounting, budget preparation as well as systems developments and financial controls.
Manufacturing and costing experience.
Critical to this position is interpersonal skills and effective communication both verbal and written.
Strong system knowledge of ERP and financial modelling tools. Mfg Pro and Hyperion experience would be an advantage.
Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS
DUE DATE: 12 Oct 2012
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WTS ENERGY LATEST JOB VACANCIES

JOB TITLE: HSE Manager
REF: WTGA01974 
JOB DESCRIPTION HSE MANAGER:
Oversee the Implementation of Company’s HSE policies and programmes aimed at incident prevention, and to provide advisory support to all Department towards ensuring safe operation and industrial compliance.
Requirements HSE Manager
Development/execution of annual corporate HSE programs
Maintenance of auditable HSE statistics and implementation of relevant company Policies
Coordination of periodic HSE audits of operations and closure of action points
Production of departmental reports.
Mentoring of HSE staff and serve as alternative to HOD at corporate HSE events.
Company focal point on field HSE matters
Efficient management of the department’s budget for safety/ Firefighting/pollution control equipment, environmental studies, personal Protective equipment etc
Setting challenging goals for the department and drive achievement
Development and implementation of programs to promote compliance with Company HSE policies rules and procedures, statutory regulations and industry Codes of practice
Liaison with regulatory agencies, interpret existing statutory regulations and Advise company on potential impact of revisions/ emerging regulations on Operations
Sponsor and participate in annual in-house HSE audit of company Operations/activities and coordinate close out of actions points generated
Participate in third party HSE audits/reviews and coordinate timely close out of Recommendations
Participate in facilities design reviews and Hazops
Ensure auditable records of HSE statistics and periodically advise management On performance and immediate plans for continuous improvement
Monitor conduct of regular HSE meetings, trainings and drills to promote awareness and preparedness
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
B Sc (Science or Engineering)
Certificate and/ or Diploma in Safety Management
10 years Minimum years of experience
Sound knowledge of HSE-MS administration, HSE statutory regulations and applicable codes of practice.
Cognate experience and management of HSE n the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry.
Sound knowledge of Auditing, Environmental quality standards, Environmental laws regulations and permits processes
Skilled Project management techniques, including business planning and evaluation
Experience in facilities and operations auditing.
Sound knowledge of Emergency Response Plans preparation and reviews.
Team player; resourceful and compliance
TERMS & CONDITIONS HSE MANAGER
For this position preference will be given to Nigerian Nationals. In case expatriate candidates are selected, it is a prerequisite he/she is tasked to mentor and train a Nigerian understudy.
COMPANY PROFILE
An International Oil Field Services Company.
LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria
REGION: Africa
DUE DATE: 27-11-2012
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RECENT VACANCIES AT MAERSK

DUE DATE: 10/8/2012
REF: 65797
VESSEL PLANNER – APM Terminals, Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria 
COMPANY
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 900 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.
Take ownership and maintain ownership of vessels under your control and be a focal point when and during the vessel operation.
Ensure efficient and high productive planning with due consideration to the vessel stability and safety during discharge and load operation.
Constant dialogue with the vessel supervisors / shift managers on the operational progress and exchange of information as required.
Take responsibility for providing the relevant information about crane sequence, vessel’s discharge and load to the vessel, submit shift requirements on timely fashion, and to the vessels agent which has to be absolute precise and error free. This Position reports to Planning Supervisor
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Liaise with the line in having the MOVINS received within the dead lines as stipulated.
Prepare, execute, and monitor working cranes program / sequence in executing the vessel’s discharge and load plans.
Prepare the required set of documents and handed over to execution, neat and error free.
Manage and control the execution of the vessel operation.
Focusing on the optimal equipment deployment and utilization.
Filing and housekeeping of planning related papers in accordance with the Standard operating procedures ( SOP’s ). Maintain that all vessels receive the final paper work in a timely manner.
Meet the vessel C/off on arrival and provide loading plans and obtain approval well in time. Coordinating with the lines for any major changes requested by the vessel.
During the operation close monitoring of the vessel and advice Shift Manager of any required adjustments to crane, sequence, crane allocations, etc in accordance with the changing work priorities.
Participate in close team work with the yard planners to ensure an effective overall terminal planning is maintained to high standards internally and externally.
Close monitoring of the live updates in the system during discharge and loading operation thro LXE’s. If in case where LXE’s fail ensure that the manual updates are received on time to timely updates.
Preparation and distribution of final stow plan documentation (hard copy or EDI) for vessel and lines upon completion of operation.
Upon completion of operation have the vessel files closed immediately and send out the post ops file to the agents.
Undertake all and any related vessel duties within the capabilities as required
YOUR PROFILE
Preparation and execution of vessel discharge and load sequence to support high productivity per quay crane operation, whilst ensuring that all the times the highest productivity to be achieved and sustained.
Due to the rapid expected growth of APMT, has to make sure to educate, train and develop the new planners and make sure to transfer knowledge, skills and experience. Understand the necessity of team work.
Compliance with the shift system and understand the criticality of execution and planning during the shift hand over
Looking ahead and communicating with the Lines for all information including data transfers and vessel berthing if there be any delays due to the impact of any vessel working in the port.
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

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Dangote Graduate Drivers Academy Interview

Dangote Group - Are you ready to get your career into top gear?

You are steps close to achieving your dream. This is because; you have been shortlisted for the Dangote Graduate Drivers Academy interview. The interview process would run through the six geo-political zones in Nigeria from 2nd of October to 14th of October 2012.  The interview process starts at 9:00am prompt. 

For those of you who can't remember if there applied or not, should click below to view the advert.

Dangote Graduate Drivers Recruitment (2,000 Positions)

Take a smart step in the right direction  to be a part of the interview process in one of the interview center nearest to you in any of the States listed below:

STATE	CENTRE	DATE
Yola	Industrial Training Fund (ITF) No 3,Taura Street, Jimeta, Yola, Adamawa State	2nd Oct. 2012
Kano	Industrial Skills Training Center Darayi quarters, close to Bayero University old Campus, Challawa road, Kano.	2nd - 3rd Oct. 2012
Abuja	Merit House Complex, Plot 22, Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama, Abuja.	8th - 12th  Oct. 2012
Lagos	Industrial Training Fund(ITF) Ikeja Area Office Complex 28, Olorunfunmi Street (Behind Phillips - Ojota) Off Kudirat Abiola Way,Oregun, Lagos State.	9th - 13th Oct. 2012
Enugu	Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Kilometer  12/13, Emene  Abakaliki  Expressway ,Enugu state	9th - 14th Oct. 2012
Port Hacourt	Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Plot 101,Trans-Amadi Industrial layout, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State	9th -14th Oct. 2012

Time: 9am each day
You are required to bring along with you the following;

• A photo ID card
• All necessary credentials
• A passport photograph

Goodluck!

Note: The Interview is not for everybody. Those shortlisted were sent an sms and email invitation. The sms invitation is like this:  "u're invited 4 Dangote Graduate Drivers Interview. Refer 2 ur email 4 further info. Contacts available 9am-4pm: 08152093137, 08099749839, 07065993630, 08023052911, 07069065703".

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