Postdoctoral Fellow (Agronomy, Crop Physiology) at IITA

IITA is an international non-profit research-for-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.

We are recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title : Post-doctoral Fellow (Agronomy, Crop Physiology)

Job Description:
The Post-doctoral Fellow (Agronomy, Crop Physiology or related field) will be involved in legume and maize agronomy with emphasis on developing appropriate agronomic practices to increase and sustain productivity for targeted environments and cropping systems. More specifically, he/she will:
Screen and identify legume and maize genotypes with end-user preferred traits for targeted environments and cropping systems;
Develop and facilitate the dissemination of natural resource management technologies that increase productivity in a sustainable manner;
Integrate appropriate legume and maize varieties into predominate cropping systems and adapt to farmer circumstances using participatory approaches;
Generate knowledge to facilitate the effective management of ecosystems, social systems, and commodity chains;
Increase research efficiency and effectiveness by enhancing the capacity of national programs to generate and promote improved technologies;
Publish findings from research results in peer-reviewed journals and disseminate through participation in international conferences and meetings 

Qualification & Experience:   
The candidate must have a Ph.D in Agronomy, Crop Physiology or related field.
Knowledge and skill in crop production, management and cropping systems;
Knowledge in soil plant relationships;
Demonstrated ability to write and publish journal articles;
Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural environment;
Excellent spoken and written English. Working knowledge with Portuguese would be an advantage;
Working knowledge of Sub-Saharan Africa, especially Southern Africa.
Application Closing Date
31st October 2012

Method of Applications
Interested candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Applications should include curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees and should  be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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PRINTING PRESS VACANCIES

Our client, an international standard printing press based in Abuja requires for immediate employment the services of an Editor.
JOB TITLE: EDITOR
REQUIREMENTS
Candidate must have a degree in English or Mass Communication from any accredited Higher Institution.
Candidate must have about 2 to 3 years relevant working experience.
Candidate must have very sound command of English language
Candidate must be very smart and proactive.
Only Abuja based candidates should apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited.
TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs via email indicating position applied for to: editor.marketingjobs@gmail.com
DUE DATE: October 31, 2012.

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JOB VACANCIES @ REDWOOD CONSULTING

Redwood Consulting seeks applications for the aforementioned positions on behalf of a fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) global corporation that has recently entered the West African market.
Our Client leads the world in essentials for better life with well-known global family and personal care brands that are sold in more than 150 countries with nearly 56,000 employees worldwide. High calibre talents are required at middle management level to be nurtured for future senior level positions and fast track career progression, as the company establishes a strong foot print in Sub-Saharan Africa. The work environment is designed to foster personal and professional growth, reflecting a sense of community that nurtures innovation.
Redwood Consulting seeks to recruit the following key Middle management positions in the Nigeria and the West Africa regional offices:
CUSTOMER MANAGERS
Customer Manager – Anglophone West Africa (Ref: CMAWA)
Customer Manager – Francophone West Africa (Ref: CMFWA)
To develop and implement customer and/or distributor business plans that will deliver budgeted turnover, profit, growth, share and innovation targets by category and /or brand within the region.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement a customer and /or distributor business plan that is aligned to the customer’s and/or distributors needs, Region business & West Africa objectives, marketing and category plans and will deliver budgeted growth targets by category.
Manages the Promotional Material development for assigned brands to ensure timely placement of orders and receipts from Suppliers, proper storage and deployment.
Re-define geographic territories as required and seek channel innovation.
Implement, monitor and evaluate agreed POP (pricing, promotions, ranging, and merchandising) plans.
Input and co-ordination of periodic demand forecast including liaison with logistics, planning, debtors and field sales /distributors
Follows through the implementations of packaging innovation and new product introduction.
JOB DIMENSIONS:
Achieve the following business targets:
Achieve Volume, Net Sales and Share targets by category and by customer.
Achieve POP targets by customer for existing and new SKU’s
Achieve personal development & teams development targets (where appropriate)
Achieve supply chain KPI’s (forecast accuracy, case fill, order fill etc.)
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years selling and/or marketing experience, 2 years must have involved senior management level interaction in the FMCG market.
Ability to communicate in French language will be required for the Francophone Region
MARKETING ACTIVATION MANAGER (REF MAM)
Accountable for developing, managing and sustaining profitable brand growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing and implementing annual marketing/brand activation plans
Implementing the Integrated Marketing Plan (IMP) and new product introduction (NPI) activities
Manages the research process and ensures shopper insights, channel and POP strategies and plans
Develops internal and external category reviews, analyses category data, highlights opportunities and recommends courses of action
Manages interactions with agencies and assists with evaluation. 
JOB DIMENSIONS:
Strategy and plan implementation
Innovation & POP targets by channel & customer
Group brand activation volume, NSV, profit targets and A & P budget adherence
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree, minimum 5 years job experience, including excellent understanding of or experience in Marketing & Category management.
FREIGHT MANAGER (Ref: FO)
To provide timeous, efficient and accurate shipping coordination andadministration support to the regional unit.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate all shipping – This to include:
Coordinating Inspections & Import/Export documentation
Assist in analyzing periodic ad-hoc statistical data and project reports including the compilation of annual forecasts and budgets.
Update system when codes are Rolled Over and keep abreast of new products.
Expected Time of Departure and Arrival (ETD and ETA)
Manage the order flow and coordinate the issuing of Performa invoices (in conjunction with the Export Customer Care Consultant)
JOB DIMENSIONS:
Coordination with Distributors and Licensees to support sales objectives.
Effective liaison with internal and external customers.
Timeous shipping of orders.
Minimize shipping costs.
Maximize stock availability.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Knowledge of SAP an advantage
Knowledge of French an advantage
Knowledge of the export environment
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
TO APPLY
All resumes should be submitted to consult@redwood-consulting.com
OR
Redwood Consulting Ltd, Suite 23, Block A, 2nd Floor, Alausa Shopping Mall, Awolowo Way, Alausa-Ikeja Lagos.
Please indicate the relevant references on applications.
For more details visit: http://redwood-consulting.com/academy/vacancies.php

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Customer Project Manager GE Healthcare

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

We are recruiting to fill the Position of:

Job Title: Customer Project Manager
Job Number: 1560341
Business: GE Healthcare
Business Segment: Healthcare Eastern & African Growth Markets
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Services
Function Segment: Field Services

Role Summary/Purpose:
Develop partnerships with hospital projects stakeholders
Ensure the hospital projects feasibility
Manage and coordinate the execution of the hospital project, ensuring the Customer Satisfaction
Essential Responsibilities:   
Work closely with the HHS and the Region Sales team to develop partnerships with local companies that enhance GE Healthcare offering & delivery capabilities for hospital projects (eg. local suppliers, construction & engineering companies, consultants, architects & packagers).
Facilitate comprehensive offering and pricing for large projects working closely with the GE Healthcare regional commercial operation, partners, HHS and sourcing teams.
Ensure our capability to implement and maintain the entire project in the end user country on line with Terms and conditions to optimize sales transfer.
Ensure Hospital Equipment Planning interface between Customer and HHS planners.
Once project is awarded, take over the project execution ownership and is the “One GE Face” in front of the customer. Coordinate all the project stakeholders, including GE Healthcare region team (sales, OTR, logistics, Service) and external partners/suppliers.
Establish project implementation plan, on-time execution of equipment procurement, logistics, installation, application, acceptance & service hand off working closely with Heathcare OTR Regional team and EMEA CoE.
Ensure On-site management as necessary.
Ensure Customer Satisfaction (End-User as well as Packagers, if any) and respect of the commercial contracts in compliance of GE policies (invoicing, revenue recognition, sourcing, cash collection…). Escalate & facilitate solving issues.
Qualifications/Requirements:   

Mechanical/Electrical/Biomedical/Electro-Mechanical/Civil Engineering university degree with an MBA as an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in large-scale project management, construction or installations with int’l exposure, including site management
Knowledge of the Healthcare High Tech Industry
Strong Project Management experience, Architects or EPC experience is highly desirous.
Experience in managing large/complex construction projects
Experience in multi-faceted projects involving managing multiple contractors, cutting edge technological or heavy equipment partners .(for example Power projects)
Relationship Manager experience in managing contractual relationships.
Experience in, pre-sale activities, project costing, pricing, risk assessment, costing assessment, quantity surveyor, and project feasibility.
Understands the complexities of contractual agreements, and long term feasibility of projects.
Must be able to evaluate/validate contractor technical expertise.
Must have a solid understanding of the complexities of the Nigerian market.
Face of GE to contractors, must be able to take ownership and lead execution of GE contracts
Strong leader, with technical and commercial competencies.
Experience in engineering site management, contracting, relationship management and commercial transactions.
Strong leadership & communication, proven ability to lead & drive resources, energize, develop, and build rapport at all levels within an organization in collaborative spirit
Proactive, self-directed, creative, clear thinking, able to implement plan via a well thought out process
Customer oriented and committed to quality
Strong computer skills
Open to travel extensively
Fluent in English (mandatory)And in relevant local language
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:   
Good knowledge of GEHC OTR & Finance processes
Prior experience working in hospital projects
Project management tools
Application Closing Date
25th October, 2012

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

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Accounting Assistant (Various Positions) at Flour Mills of Nigeria PLC

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc was incorporated in September 1960 as a private limited liability company, and commenced operations in 1962 with an installed capacity of 600 metric tons per day. In its 50-year history, Flour Mills has remained at the forefront of wheat milling in Nigeria. The Company's flagship brand, Golden Penny, remains one of the best known and the preferred brands amongst bakers, confectioneries  and consumers in Nigeria.

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc is recruiting to fill the below position:

Position: Accounting Assistant (Various Positions)
Job Ref: AAT 12
Department: Accounts

The Job
The successful candidate is required to have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Financial Accounting
• Cash and Treasury Management.
• Cost Accounting.
• Credit Control
• Accounting Policies , Principles and Processes
• Management Accounting.

The person

• Possess good interpersonal, oral/written communication skills.
• Good knowledge and application of accounting principles.
• Must have analytical and numeric skills
• Attentive, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Able to work well with relevant Micro Soft tools.

Qualification and Experience

• B.Sc. / HND in Accountancy, Economics, Statistics or Business Administration.
• 5 O’ level credits including Mathematics & English Language at not more than 2 sittings.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Membership of relevant professional body will be an advantage.

Application Closing Date
17th October, 2012

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

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Graduate Trade Marketing Representative at British American Tobacco (BAT) - Lagos

British American Tobacco (BAT) is a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace.

Our aim is to become the leading tobacco company in each of our markets by providing excellent products with confidence and responsibility expected of global consumer brands. 
If you have the talent and motivation to help us succeed you’ll find we are equally committed to helping you reach your full potential too.

Job Title: Trade Marketing Representative - Various Locations

Location/City: Lagos
Appointment type: Permanent
Employing Company: British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN)
Job Number: 215BR

Job Purpose and Key Deliverables      

• Execute the marketing activities in the outlets located within the territory in order to meet customer and consumer objectives as described in the cycle plan
• Train customers if necessary, providing required material and instructions
• Negotiate retail touchpoints (i.e. positioning, visibility, investment) based on communication strategy following guidelines set
• Develop and adhere to a well-defined work programme and route plan as agreed with Area Manager
• Actively participate in business development projects (e.g., trade incentive schemes, internal brand awareness campaigns, etc.)
• Support change management projects within Marketing Team
• Ensure attendance of all approved training programmes and show visible application of acquired knowledge. 
• Ensure that objectives in terms of availability, visibility, volume, margin, quality (e.g., RQI) and customer price of products are achieved for the territory
• Manage all assigned funds, materials and equipment in a secure and efficient manner in order to maximise the use of organisation assets

Essential requirements     

• Must have a minimum of an undergraduate/polytechnic degree
• Must have completed the mandatory NYSC Scheme by October 2012
• Must have a valid driver's license 

Application Closing Date
25th-Oct-2012

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
or
Click here, when the page opens, click Search Openings and Select Nigeria

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Civil Defence Is Accepting CVs Now!!!

Nigerian Civil Defence, Immigration, Fire, Prison Service board are accepting
CVs plus handwritten application. For those living in Abuja, submit your CV and handwritten applications to the address below.
Others living outside Abuja may send their applications by post.

Your application should be addressed to:

The Director/Secretary
Civil Defence, Immigration, Fire, Prison Service board
Old Federal Secretariat
Area 1,
P.M.B 95
Garki
Abuja.

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Stanbic IBTC Bank Massive Graduate Trainee Program 2012

Graduate Programme has been designed to build capacity and create a sustainable pipeline in our Bank by developing young, talented, trained professionals for our future.
It is an intensive programme and one of a kind opportunity for young people who are serious about a career in banking to get on the fast track.

Applicants must be passionate about building a career in corporate and investment banking
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer literacy is a must.

 

• Job ID : 9960
• Location Nigeria
• Division Business Banking
• Position Category Distribution and Channels
• Employment Type Full Time - Permanent
• Shift No
• Regulatory Approval Yes
• Post Closing Date : Oct 16, 2012
   
   
  CLICK HERE TO APPLY

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Business Analyst & Insights Executive at PriceWaterHouseCoopers (PwC)

PwC provides industry-focused Assurance Tax and Advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for our clients and their stakeholders.


We are looking for a credible and highly motivated Business Analyst & Insights Executive to work within the Business Development Unit. The Business Development teams focus on business development opportunity management, and ensure sales effectiveness & best practice across the firm’s opportunities. The team focuses on ensuring that these business development activities deliver return on investment and revenue conversion.

The successful candidate should have the requisite skills/capability to analyze and produce insightful business and industry reports to support company-wide sales activities.

Job Title: Business Analyst & Insights Executive

Loctaion: Lagos

Job Description
Reporting to the Business Development (BD) Manager, the successful candidate will have responsibility for Business, Sector and Competitor analysis, insights and reporting

Responsibilities

• Information gathering and Reporting on Industry/ competitor intelligence
• Produce proactive business insights on specific clients
• Co-ordinate and prioritise enquiry flow, while liaising regularly with the BD Manager and supporting service sales teams
• Contribute to the reporting and management of internal/ external sales process activities
• Contribute to the management of  CRM tools, and monitor and report on sales and market intelligence, combining to global intelligence databases/ resources
• Contribute to client and competitor news to local and regional internal communications

Requirements

• University degree in Economics, Political Science or related field from a recognised institution
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current affairs and business industries
• Ability to utilize and statistical software packages (SPSS, Eviews, Stata, etc)
• Research / sales experience in a ‘Business to Business’ environment
• Ability to creatively customize research methods in response to peculiar business needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience of working independently, as well as in a team environment
• A track record in project management

Application Closing Date
22 October, 2012

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

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VACANCIES, ACCENTURE CONSULTING

Accenture’s Consulting workforce is involved in business consulting, process design work and the application of technologies to business. A career in Consulting is varied and stimulating because each project presents a new challenge and will give you exposure to new clients, business issues, technologies and people. We need people who are able to challenge conventional thought, offer unique perspectives and conceive more innovative solutions for our clients. 
Working as a consultant with Accenture, you will build core business, technology and industry expertise helping to deliver world-class business and technology solutions that enable clients to become high performance businesses.  Consultants must be professionals who have an interest in how business processes work and interact.  In addition, consultants need to apply their skills in project and program management while exhibiting leadership in process re-engineering and implementation of process, technology, and organizational change.  Finally, consultants also need to have a working knowledge of the industry and/or the functional areas they serve.
The Consulting workforce is made up of three groups: Management Consulting, Systems Integration Consulting and Technology Consulting.  This consulting group structure provides outstanding opportunities to develop highly specialized skills that will help you advance your career.
JOB TITLE: SI INFRASTRUCTURE ANALYST
JOB NUMBER: 00175011
LOCATION: Lagos
JOB DESCRIPTION
Systems Integration Consulting professionals are responsible for delivering large-scale, complex programs that marry processes with technology to help our clients achieve high performance.
Technology Architecture professionals use highly prescriptive and structured processes (or architecture) to design and build high-volume, mission-critical solutions.
Infrastructure Architecture professionals design solutions that create a reliable, available, and secure networking and computing environment to support specific business requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Documenting business requirements
Performing application design activities (e.g., designing user interface, usability testing)
Assisting in conducting gap analysis between business requirements and software
Creating functional requirements as an input to application design
Assisting with build, test, and deploy activities
Performing testing work.
Administering tools (e.g., testing tools)
The below skills would be an added advantage;
Data gathering
Data analysis
Relevant experience with and knowledge of local/wide area network
Relevant experience with hardware and data centre infrastructure
REQUIREMENTS
Preferred exposure to/experience in local/wide are network, hardware and data centre infrastructure
Ability to meet travel requirements, when applicable
3-5 Years work experience.
Minimum of 2.1 Bachelors Degree in any relevant field
Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented environment
Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
Desire to work in an information systems environment
Good communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
DUE DATE: 24th October, 2012
click here to apply

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