JOB VACANCIES @ UNDP

TEAM LEADER, POVERTY REDUCTION AND ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT
LOCATION:    Abuja, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE:    05-Nov-12
TYPE OF CONTRACT:    FTA Local
POST LEVEL:    NO-C
LANGUAGES REQUIRED:     English 
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree or equivalent in International Development, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration and other social science and/or related discipline.
EXPERIENCE:
At least 10 years experience in poverty reduction, development and planning at national level with focus on inclusive growth of asset base of the poor.
Preference for those with direct experience of working on poverty reduction and/or economic management programmes.
Demonstrated ability to engage at the highest levels with donors and development agencies, government officials and UN Agencies.
Knowledge of international best practices and policies in the fields of poverty reduction and pro-poor development strategies.
Proven capacity development experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural setting.
Strong team working experience, particularly at leadership level.
High-level computing skills in word processing, spreadsheets, power point, and preferably web pages;
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent command of written and spoken English and at least one Nigerian language.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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BRITISH COUNCIL VACANCIES

NIGERIA – NIGERIA STABILITY AND RECONCILIATION PROGRAMME 
The Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme (NSRP) is supported by DFID/UKAID and is managed by a consortium made up of British Council, International Alert and Social Development Direct. The programme seeks to deliver interventions to reduce the impacts of violent conflict and promote reconciliation processes. The focus will be on the national level and in eight focal states.
NSRP is looking for committed and experienced individuals to join the senior technical team of this innovative and exciting programme. Experience of working on programmes in conflict-affected environments, either in Nigeria or other countries, is imperative for all posts. All post holders will be based in Abuja but will make frequent visits to NSRP’s regional offices in Maiduguri, Kano, Jos and Port Harcourt and to all the focal states.
The posts are:
Gender and Conflict Adviser
Peace Building Adviser
Media Manager
Output Manager: Security and Governance
Output Manager: Economics and Natural Resources
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ASTOYK LIMITED CURRENT VACANCIES

We are a one stop Company for Clearing and Freight Forwarding Services. We handle every aspect involved in the importation of Cargos/Machinery into the country; from foreign bills  payment, to advisory/consultancy services(best practices  employ in shipment process like advices, ports/ terminals to be used, addressing of Bill of laden etc, handling insurance, CCVO, RAR or any other needed but missing documents required for clearing Cargos/ Goods from the Ports(seaport/airport).
We also own Trucks for Haulage of Containers to Cargos/Goods destination (delivery 2 your doorstep)
MARKETING EXECUTIVE
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are currently recruiting female graduates for the role of Marketing Executives.
They will be expected to manage existing client base and also generate new ones in order to generate more income for the organisation.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Interested Candidates are expected to have at least 1year work experience and a minimum a HND degree.
BSc degree holder may be given more preference unless HND holder has more MARKETING experience.
Bank marketing experience is also an added advantage and possesion of good clientele base from prior marketing experience
MUST be Female. 
TO APPLY
Send Your CV To Our Email Address: careers@astoyklimited.com
DUE DATE: 5 November, 2012.

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LATEST VACANCIES @ KCA DEUTAG

DRILLERS
LOCATION: Nigeria 
Our aim is to be the preferred drilling contractor through measurable performance improvement.
We are committed to conducting our business in a way that promotes a positive, constructive and consistent KCA DEUTAG culture, with standards and methods of work that support this culture.  “The KCA DEUTAG Way” defines the kind of company that we are and will continue to strive to be for the sake of our employees, our clients, the environment, and the society in which we operate.
CORE VALUES
Our efforts will demonstrate respect for our people, the environment, the communities in which we operate, and ethical business practice as expressed by our commitment to our five core values:
Health and Safety.
Valuing All People
Business Ethics
Environmental Stewardship
Performance Improvement
We are known in our industry as an Employer of Choice – we know our employees and work hard to meet individual career aspirations.  We invest in employee training and development, and provide competitive remuneration and benefit packages to attract new people to our business and retain our valued employees.
THE POSITION
We are currently looking for two high calibre experienced Driller to join our Land Rig Operations operating in Nigeria.
Valid IWCF or IADC certificate is essential.
Only applicants with relevant experience as Driller need apply.
NEXT STEPS
If you are passionate about safety, can relate to our core values and believe you can support our commitment to delivering Safe, Effective and Trouble-Free Operations then we want to hear from you.
click here to apply
DUE DATE: 24 November 2012.

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ZEE-SOFT LIMITED VACANCIES

ZEE-SOFT Limited is an Application Service provider specializing in web based eBusiness tools that form one complete integrated application to help you manage important business processes. ZEE-SOFT Limited is a new company with staffs who have a long standing history of providing dynamic customized web based applications and web portals for businesses world wide. 
JOB TITLE: PHP DEVELOPER
REQUIREMENTS
3-5 year experience as a Developer
Strong PHP development skills – MVC Patterns, SOAP/Web Services
Strong MYSQL and  SQL skills
Strong javascript, HTML skills (jquery preferred)
PHP MVC Symfony Framework experience preferred
Strong analytical skills.
Well developed written and verbal communication skills, specifically documentation skills
Strong attention to detail and quality conscious, yet open and flexible to others ideas and suggestions
Proven ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a multi tasking environment
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply online at: www.zeesoft.net/general/apply.php
DUE DATE: November 24, 2012.

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GE Africa Early Career Development Program - Graduate Trainee

GE Africa is set to operate a Career Development Program on Graduate Trainee Recruitment. GE is a global infrastructure, finance and media company taking on the world's toughest challenges. And we are taking the strengths that have made us an industry leader and putting them to work in service of a new era of global business, with a focus on the world and the people we share it with. Through initiatives like ecomagination and healthymagination, we are developing the next generation of products and services to improve the way we use resources, impact our communities and care for each other. Join GE and you'll discover a career opportunity of incredible diversity – across disciplines and around the globe. No other company invests in the development, training and advancement of its employees the way we do, because we believe it is our innovative thinking that is our strength, and that strength is what enables GE to make a positive impact on tomorrow, today. From jet engines to power generation, financial services to water processing, and medical imaging to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services. GE is imagination at work

We are currently recruiting for the Position of:

Job Title: GE Africa Early Career Development Program

Job Number: 1518010

Location: Ikoyi - Lagos,

Role Summary/Purpose
GE Africa's Early Career Development Program (ECDP) is a newly created twelve month leadership program designed to give recent university/college graduates challenging work assignments, training and development, and exposure to leadership. The program combines hands on experience with formal classroom training to equip participants with the tools and knowledge to become leaders in GE.

Essential Responsibilities
ECDP is open to recent university/college graduates of various disciplines including, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, Field Service Engineering, Operations, Information Technology, and more.
As a valuable member of our team, ECDP participants will receive many benefits including:

• Challenging work assignments
• Business mentors
• Leadership training
• Essential skills training
• Functional training
• Opportunities to network with Leaders and other ECDP members

Qualifications/Requirements

• Recent college/university graduate with no more than 2 years' work experience /or with national service discharge
• Authorized to work in your country full-time and without restriction
• Must have an advanced to fluent level of English
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment Demonstrated team player
• Confident self-starter who has demonstrated drive
• Excellent organization skills, ability to independently prioritize multiple tasks and work to deadlines

Desired Characteristics

• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Less than two years previous work experience.
• A post graduate degree in a relevant field will be an advantage
• High performer with a passion to achieve positive business results
• Curiosity and desire to learn and expand skill set
• Flexible, adaptable, and open to change

Application Closing Date
13th November, 2012

How To Apply
Qualified and Interested Candidate Should
Click Here To Apply Online 

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Etco (Nigeria) Limited Vacancy : Project Coordinator

Etco (Nigeria) Limited is recruiting for the position of a project Coordinator. We are (incorporated in Nigeria by Chaim Weiss in 1963) a leading Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Contracting firm. Etco (Nigeria) Limited is currently recruiting to fill the below position:
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Qualification

• B.Sc./BE. or H.ND. Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of ten (10) years working experience,
• Excellent knowledge of AutoGAD and MS Office (Word and Excel).
• Coordinating design issues within the Electrical and Mechanical Departments and the various project sites
• Experience in working with drawings, good knowledge of reading drawings, understand the design and extracting quantities.
• Attending project meetings within Lagos and outside Lagos State.
• Engineering/construction industry experience.
• Capability to head a team.
• Well organized, willing to work and capable of working independently.#

Remuneration
Highly Competitive.
Application Closing Date
7th November, 2012
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send application and CV to: etco_office@etco-nigeria.com

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Delta State Civil Service (Ministry Of Health) Vacancies (4 Positions)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates of Delta State origin for appointment into the following positions in the Delta State Civil Service (Ministry of Health): 

 

1.) Nurse/Midwife Educator I, SGL.09 Step I (CONHESS 08 Step I).

Qualifications:

• Candidates must possess a recognized B.Sc., Nursing and the registration of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN). 
• At least three years (3) post qualification cognate experience 

OR 

• M.Sc. in Nursing with the registration of NMCN 
• At least one year post-qualification cognate experience.

 

2.) Nurse/Midwife Educator II, SGL.08 Step I (CONHESS 07 Step I).

Qualifications:

• Candidates must possess a recognized Bsc Nursing plus the registration of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).

 

3.) Librarian II (SGL.08 Step I).

Qualifications:

Candidates must possess any of the following:

• A degree from a recognized University plus a post-graduate diploma in Library Studies.
• A degree in Library Studies.
•  Associateship or Fellowship of a recognized Institute of Librarians.

 

4.) Library Assistant (SQL.04 Step I).

Qualifications:

Candidates must possess any of the following:

• Senior Secondary School Certificate/West African School Certificate.
• General Certificate of Education (O/L) with four credits obtained at one sitting or five credits at two sittings.

 

Application Closing Date:

5th December, 2012

 

Method Of Application:

Applications should be completed and submitted online at the Commission’s website, http://www.deltastatecsc.com.ng/. 

OR

Through the completion of the Civil Service Commission’s Application Form to be obtained free of charge from:

 

The Department of Recruitment and Promotions, 

Civil Service Commission, 

No. 1, Victor Chuka Odogwu Crescent,

Opp. St. Brigid's Girls Grammar School Road,

Asaba, Delta State.

 

All duly completed application forms should be accompanied with

• Candidates’ academic credentials (including N.Y.S.C. discharge/exemption certificates),
• Local Government Identification Letters
• Four (4) passport size photographs.

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Human Resource Consultant at Accenture

JOB TITLE: HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT
JOB NUMBER: 00176373

JOB DESCRIPTION
Consulting professionals at Accenture belong to one of three workgroups: Management Consulting, Systems Integration Consulting or Technology Consulting.

These workgroups enable us to deliver the increasingly specialized skills that clients demand while providing our people with varied career opportunities.
Our Management Consultants have the opportunity to work and collaborate with colleagues from across the full spectrum of consulting activity:
identifying and creatively solving complex problems, designing and re-engineering critical processes, and fundamentally transforming the way a company operates.
Our management consultants are more than just theoriststhey turn theory into action. Acting as trusted advisors to our clients, they work directly with FORTUNE© Global 500 companies across many different industry sectors.
They concentrate on getting a holistic view of a client’s business and industry environment and use their expertise and critical thinking skills to design and deliver realistic, achievable business strategies and solutions that address key client priorities.
Much of the work we do is at the cutting edge of innovation and thinking. We involve our consultants in publishing and sharing this knowledge as thought leadership to benefit clients, industry and fellow colleagues.
As a Management Consulting Consultant, you will be at the core of understanding and responding to our clients’ business challenges.
You are likely to be involved in a range of activities from assessing a client’s business capabilities to conducting business transformation activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Contribute to the development and implementation of human capital strategies and plans across all HR process areas including organization design, performance and career management, competency management, manpower deployment, learning and development, compensation and rewards, employee engagement, etc.
Assist in delivering client engagement efforts across the Talent Management spectrum including Human Capital & Organisational Effectiveness,   HR & Talent Management, Learning & Collaboration, Change Management
Participate within project teams to define, develop and implement high impact solutions, processes and tools that support HR and business objectives
Support the facilitation, implementation and/or administration of HR Information Systems. copied from: nigerianbestforum.com-

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree (Social Sciences, Organizational Development, Human Resources Management and other related disciplines )
A minimum of 3 years Human Resources Generalist experience
Human Resources certification (PHR/SPHR) will  be an added advantage

SKILL
HR Process Knowledge
Problem solving Skills
Good organizational and administrative skills
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Team player.
A confident and positive attitude
Ability to work under pressure and meet targets

OTHERS
All of our consulting professionals receive comprehensive training covering business acumen, technical and professional skills development.
You’ll also have opportunities to hone your functional skills and expertise in an area of specialization.
We offer a variety of formal and informal training programs at every level to help you acquire and build specialized skills faster.
Learning takes place both on the job and through formal training conducted online, in the classroom, or in collaboration with teammates.
The sheer variety of work we do, and the experience it offers, provide an unbeatable platform from which to build a career.

DUE DATE: 1st November, 2012

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GE Africa Early Career Development Program (Graduate Trainee)

GE is a global infrastructure, finance and media company taking on the world’s toughest challenges. And we are taking the strengths that have made us an industry leader and putting them to work in service of a new era of global business, with a focus on the world and the people we share it with. Through initiatives like ecomagination and healthymagination, we are developing the next generation of products and services to improve the way we use resources, impact our communities and care for each other. Join GE and you’ll discover a career opportunity of incredible diversity – across disciplines and around the globe. No other company invests in the development, training and advancement of its employees the way we do, because we believe it is our innovative thinking that is our strength, and that strength is what enables GE to make a positive impact on tomorrow, today. From jet engines to power generation, financial services to water processing, and medical imaging to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services. GE is imagination at work

We are currently recruiting for the Position of:

Job Title: GE Africa Early Career Development Program
Job Number: 1518010

Location: Ikoyi - Lagos,

Role Summary/Purpose
GE Africa’s Early Career Development Program (ECDP) is a newly created twelve month leadership program designed to give recent university/college graduates challenging work assignments, training and development, and exposure to leadership. The program combines hands on experience with formal classroom training to equip participants with the tools and knowledge to become leaders in GE.

Essential Responsibilities
ECDP is open to recent university/college graduates of various disciplines including, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, Field Service Engineering, Operations, Information Technology, and more.
As a valuable member of our team, ECDP participants will receive many benefits including:


Challenging work assignments
Business mentors
Leadership training
Essential skills training
Functional training
Opportunities to network with Leaders and other ECDP members

Qualifications/Requirements
Recent college/university graduate with no more than 2 years’ work experience /or with national service discharge
Authorized to work in your country full-time and without restriction
Must have an advanced to fluent level of English
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment Demonstrated team player
Confident self-starter who has demonstrated drive
Excellent organization skills, ability to independently prioritize multiple tasks and work to deadlines

Desired Characteristics
Demonstrated leadership ability
Less than two years previous work experience.
A post graduate degree in a relevant field will be an advantage
High performer with a passion to achieve positive business results
Curiosity and desire to learn and expand skill set
Flexible, adaptable, and open to change

Application Closing Date
13th November, 2012

How To Apply
Qualified and Interested Candidate Should
Click Here To Apply Online

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OANDO LATEST VACANCIES

VACANCY CODE: FETSM///21708 

VACANCY TITLE: FRONT-END ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: ETO DUE DATE: Nov 5, 2012VACANCY DESCRIPTION
REPORTS TO:
Head Upstream Gas and Power Projects
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Process Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Instrument Engineers, Pipeline Engineers
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Development of concepts and front-end engineering for infrastructure and technical facilities projects
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical and discipline support during feasibility study of opportunities
Based on corporate guidelines, select preferred concepts for projects; present and defend same at the DRB through DG3
For greenfield projects, carry out (existing) facilities review for integrity and capacity, as an input to the concept selection and field development plan
Starting with approved feasibility reports (that have passed DG2), develop concept options for project realisation
Assess engineering consulting firms for suitability for engagement, and maintain a register of them as resources to augment in-house resources
Manage a FEED team to undertake FEED work for selected project concepts.
Deliver completed FEED, including Invitations to Tender documents to the appropriate Project Execution Managers
Maintain a pool of Discipline Engineers needed for all phases of projects through to handover for operation
Through studies proffer cost-effective solutions to technical operational issues
Assess new technology concepts for suitability and application in field development and technical solutions delivery
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
Quality and timeliness of delivery of packages (FEED documents, invitation-to-tender packages) needed to progress projects to detail engineering
Effectiveness of technical solutions proffered for identified operational challenges
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
A good university degree in engineering
Minimum of 10 years experience in oil and gas facilities engineering that must include concept studies
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Understanding of the Opportunity Maturation Process
Understanding of key components and layouts of oil and gas infrastructures and facilities
Understanding of impact of concepts and front-end work in overall project value
Mastery of at least one recognized discipline in oil and gas engineering
Knowledge of key standards and codes that guide oil and gas facilities engineering
Understanding of interrelationship of various engineering disciplines in delivery of oil and gas facilities
Understanding of structure of tender documents for technical infrastructure.
Coordination of multidiscipline teams for maximum synergy

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ACANCY CODE: FETSM///21708 

VACANCY TITLE: FRONT-END ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: ETO DUE DATE: Nov 5, 2012VACANCY DESCRIPTION
REPORTS TO:
Head Upstream Gas and Power Projects
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Process Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Instrument Engineers, Pipeline Engineers
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Development of concepts and front-end engineering for infrastructure and technical facilities projects
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical and discipline support during feasibility study of opportunities
Based on corporate guidelines, select preferred concepts for projects; present and defend same at the DRB through DG3
For greenfield projects, carry out (existing) facilities review for integrity and capacity, as an input to the concept selection and field development plan
Starting with approved feasibility reports (that have passed DG2), develop concept options for project realisation
Assess engineering consulting firms for suitability for engagement, and maintain a register of them as resources to augment in-house resources
Manage a FEED team to undertake FEED work for selected project concepts.
Deliver completed FEED, including Invitations to Tender documents to the appropriate Project Execution Managers
Maintain a pool of Discipline Engineers needed for all phases of projects through to handover for operation
Through studies proffer cost-effective solutions to technical operational issues
Assess new technology concepts for suitability and application in field development and technical solutions delivery
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
Quality and timeliness of delivery of packages (FEED documents, invitation-to-tender packages) needed to progress projects to detail engineering
Effectiveness of technical solutions proffered for identified operational challenges
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
A good university degree in engineering
Minimum of 10 years experience in oil and gas facilities engineering that must include concept studies
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Understanding of the Opportunity Maturation Process
Understanding of key components and layouts of oil and gas infrastructures and facilities
Understanding of impact of concepts and front-end work in overall project value
Mastery of at least one recognized discipline in oil and gas engineering
Knowledge of key standards and codes that guide oil and gas facilities engineering
Understanding of interrelationship of various engineering disciplines in delivery of oil and gas facilities
Understanding of structure of tender documents for technical infrastructure.
Coordination of multidiscipline teams for maximum synergy

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UNILEVER NIGERIA PLC VACANCIES

TECHNICAL OPERATOR, TEA FACTORY
REFERENCE: SC00225730
JOB LEVEL: Experienced/Mid-career
AREA OF INTEREST: Supply Chain
LOCATION: Agbara, Ogun state
COUNTRY: Nigeria
SALARY(PER ANNUM): 500K – 1M 
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities of position holder include the following;
-Operate and maintain packing machine
-Maintain the quality of products from the line
-Carry out SKU and formulation change-over.
-Housekeeping, line organisation and achievement of line Key Performance Idiciators
-Log line losses and support problem solving projects
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
–NABTECH certificate or National Diploma in either Mechanical or Electrical engineering
–Prior hands-on machine operating experience for a year would be an advantage

CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: 29 Dec 2012.

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State Accountant at Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) Initiative

 The Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) initiative is a 5-year aid programme which operates alongside the PRRINN programme that focuses on strengthening routine immunization in four Northern Nigerian States. The MNCH programme aims to address the unacceptable high rates maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality in selected Northern Nigerian States. This programme is funded by the Norwegian government in partnership with the UK Department for International Development (DFID) and is operated by a consortium of three, organizations, namely: Health Partners International UK, Save the Children, UK and GRID Consulting Nigeria.

The joint programme collaborates with stakeholders in the health sector as well as civil societies to provide quantifiable improvements to the PHC systems in Northern Nigeria. PRRINN/MNCH is managed by a team of internationally recruited professionals. Its programme activities are carried out in Jigawa, Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara with coordination from the programme head office in Kano. The programme seeks to recruit a qualified professional to fill the vacant position as identified below:

Job Title: State Accountant
Location: Katsina

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will provide financial and accounting support to the office at the State levels.
• S/he will report directly to the State Team Manager for costing and disbursement of funds for programme activities; and to the Finance and Admin Manager for general coordination of programme funds from the states.
• This person will operate an effective cash management system, manage and monitor all office running costs including petty cash disbursements and prepare monthly and annual financial reports to the STM.

Qualification

• Candidates applying for this job must have a minimum of a first degree or its equivalent in accounting, finance or any related disciplines
• S/he must have a minimum of 3 years hands- on experience in accounting or auditing in any organization.
• A strong knowledge and hands-on use of Microsoft spreadsheet (Ms. Excel) and other computerized accounting soft-wares is essential for this position.
• S/he must have good communication skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role and in a donor funded environment will be an added advantage.

Terms of Employment
These appointments will be for a short term contract up to six months. The programme offers highly competitive salary packages. However, local terms and conditions are applicable.

Application Closing Date
2nd November, 2012

Method of Application
Interested candidates should submit an application and updated Cvs to include contact mobile numbers and email address to: cvs@gridconsulting.net,  

Or through the link on our website at: www.gridconsulting.net.

Interviews will commence after the closing date with a view to successful candidates commencing work immediately. 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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