Fortis Microfinance Bank Plc Massive Vacancies(14 Positions)

Fortis Microfinance Bank Plc is a leading Microfinance bank in Nigeria and listed on. the Nigerian Stock Exchange. Due to our recent expansion, we are offering professional career advancement opportunities to highly motivated,
energetic positive minded individuals to fill the following available vacancies:

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Candidates should have strong business acumen, good analytical skills and an appreciable Finance and Planning capability.

OTHER QUALITIES
Excellent Leadership abilities; Quantitative, qualitative and analytical insight; strong written and verbal communication skills; strong client management skills; strong negotiation skills and result orientated

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
Minimum of B. Sc (Masters Degree and or professional qualifications will be added advantage)

1) Executive Director (Business Development)

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelTop Management
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldAdministration

- Staff supervision, discipline and control
- Liability generation
- Quality risk asset creation
- Generation of Income lines
- Loan monitoring
- Debt Recovery
- Business Development Staff training and development
- People Management

2) Regional Managers

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelTop Management
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldAdministration

- Staff supervision, discipline and control
- Liability generation
- Quality risk asset creation
- Generation of Income lines
- Loan monitoring
- Debt Recovery
- Business Development Staff training and development
- People Management

3) Chief Marketing Officers

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldAdministration

- Staff supervision, discipline and control
- Liability generation
- Quality risk asset creation
- Generation of Income lines
- Loan monitoring
- Debt Recovery
- Business Development Staff training and development
- People Management

4) Business Managers

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Job FieldAdministration

- Staff supervision, discipline and control
- Liability generation
- Quality risk asset creation
- Generation of Income lines
- Loan monitoring
- Debt Recovery
- Business Development Staff training and development
- People Management

5) Head of Operations

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Job FieldAdministration

Responsible for the Bank's operations
Staff supervision, discipline and control
Cash management
Accounts Reconciliation

6) Head Internal Control

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Job FieldAdministration

8 years experience

7) Marketing Executives

• Job TypeFull Time
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years max
• Job FieldSales/Marketing

Account sign-on
Deposit mobilization
Booking of quality risk assets
Weekly collections from loan customers
Income generation
Customer relationship management

8) E-business Officers

• Job TypeFull Time
• Min Qualification
• Job FieldSales/Marketing

Account sign-on
Deposit mobilization
Booking of quality risk assets
Weekly collections from loan customers
Income generation
Customer relationship management

9) Risk Manager

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldProject Management

Responsible for the Bank's credit, operational and market risk management

10) Head of Human Resources

• Job TypeFull Time
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldHuman Resources

Manpower planning and implementation
Career and talent management
Learning and development
Discipline and Control
Performance management
Reward systems

11) Head of Legal

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Job FieldLegal

Compliance with statutory requirements
Company secretariat
General legal support service

12) Financial Controller

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldAccounting/Audit

Compliance
Budgeting, monitoring and implementation
Cash book management
Pool rate management
Liquidity management
Relationship management (correspondence Banks)

13) Head of Treasury

• Job TypeFull Time
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldAccounting/Audit

Compliance
Budgeting, monitoring and implementation
Cash book management
Pool rate management
Liquidity management
Relationship management (correspondence Banks)

14) Head of Audit and Internal Control

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience8 years
• Job FieldAccounting/Audit

Responsible for General Audit and Investigation
Fraud prevention
Compliance

Method of Application

Interested candidates should log on to our website: http://fortismfb.com/careers/

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Current Vacancy 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 on International
Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs in 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.

IITA, together with other partners, have developed a novel biological product ‘Aflasafe’ that has proven capacity to reduce aflatoxin contamination of food and feed in sub-Saharan Africa. Aflatoxin is a poison produced by a fungus that infects maize and groundnuts, which are common foods in Nigeria and other parts of Africa. IITA, USDA-ARS, Doreo Partners and AATF are working in a team to develop and implement strategies to make Aflasafe commercially available to Nigerian and other African farmers.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the position of Research Administrative Manager at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Research Administrative Manager

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience5 years
• Job FieldAgriculture

(2-year renewable contract)

Duties:

Successful candidate will:

• Plan, coordinate and supervise all laboratory-based activities related to aflatoxin biocontrol in Ibadan (sample processing, staff organization, supply management).
• Assist in managing projects by ensuring that all deliverables are on track and flag corrective actions when necessary.
• Plan, prepare draft and finalize research protocols in consultation with scientists.
• Ensure quality of laboratory and, where needed, field experiments.
• Responsible for maintaining database of all research results.
• Assist in training of students, staff and national program personnel.
• Assist with monitoring of expenditure in relation to budget in consultation with the project Administration unit and the Pathology Secretary.
• Responsible for the development of a cataloguing system for samples and isolates.
• Collect, analyze and interpret data and prepare reports in a timely manner.
• Work with non-governmental organizations and community based organizations to disseminate technologies for disease management, particularly for aflatoxin biocontrol.
• Liaise with private sector partners, farmer organization, extension services and NGOs to create public-private partnerships for linking farmers using aflatoxin management practices (including AflaSafe) to value-added markets.
• Prepare promotional material, draft popular articles for web-based knowledge, dissemination, update new IITA Aflasafe website with relevant materials.
• Assist in preparation of manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Assist in preparation of technical reports for submission to donors.
• Help in liaising with collaborators internally within IITA and externally in other organizations.
• Assist in the recruitment of the right quality of personnel in consultation with the Human Resources Unit for position in the unit.
• Responsible for the management of project documents in consultation with scientists and administrative units.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualification and Experience:

• MSc degree in Plant Pathology/Microbiology/ Environmental Technology/Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology or other related science discipline.
• At least 5 years working experience, of which three years in a managerial role.
• At least 3 years experience in a research laboratory dealing with microbiological or chemical analysis.
• Strong interpersonal relationship and has good communication skills.
• Experience systematically following up on project deliverables.
• Excellent and proven management, organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to build and work in teams.
• Experience with working with private sector, government and non-governmental organizations.
• Prepared to travel whenever required
• Willingness and ability to work long and irregular hours if required

Applicants must have high integrity, be honest and possess good interpersonal and communication skills.

He/she must also be able to work under pressure and on weekends when necessary.

Remuneration:

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

Method of Application

Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.

Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application. An application should be made not later than two weeks (closing date: 25/12/12) from the date of this publication.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Data & Scientific Inc. Latest Jobs

Data & Scientific Inc. offers professional growth opportunities in a stimulating work environment where commitment to providing cutting edge business solutions is the common passion.

We are always looking for exceptional, brilliant and hardworking talents to join our team. To apply online please select the job opportunity that matches your skillset or post your resume for future consideration.

1) Senior Marketing/Sales Executive

• Job TypeFull Time
• Min Qualification
• Experience10 years
• Job FieldSales/Marketing

Interested candidate must be individuals with a track record of consistent year after year outstanding sales performance over several years. Experience with software sales will be an asset.
In addition, candidates must meet the following minimum criteria:

i. An educational level of a University degree.
ii.Ten years experience in marketing/sales five of which must be in IT Industry.
iii. Excellent skills in Microsoft office tools.
iv. Sound presentation skills and a good understanding of the Nigerian market (FSI, Public Sector etc.)

2) Java and PL/SQL Programmer

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience4 years
• Job FieldICT

Candidate must have a minimum of 4 years of continuous post qualification programming experience. In addition, the following requirements are expected:

i. A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Pure Sciences.
ii. Must be an Oracle Certified Professional (Developer Track) and Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP).
iii. Several years experience with Microsoft Excel and software documentation.
iv. Experience working with mobile systems as well as overseas work experience will significantly be considered.

3) Oracle DBA - Senior and Intermediate Levels

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience5 years
• Job FieldICT

Candidates for the Senior DBA Position must have 10 years of continuos post qualification experience as Oracle Database Administrator and at least some verifiable project management experience. Candidates for the Intermediate DBA position must have a minimum of 5 years of continuous post qualification work experience as Oracle Database Administrator (Solaris or AIX platforms only) at least mediums size (with minimum of 15 IT professionals) IT department. Experience on AIX platform is preferred.
i. A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematical Sciences.
ii. Must be Oracle Certified Professional (DBA)
iii. Several Years Experience with Microsoft Office tools and software documentation.
iv. Experience with Shell scripting is mandatory.
v. Strong system administration experience in an AIX environment will be an asset.  

4) UNIX/LINUX System Administrator

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelExperienced Hire
• Min Qualification
• Experience5 years
• Job FieldICT

Candidate must have a minimun of 5 years post qualification working experience as Oracle Applications (e-Business Suite, CRM etc.) DBA.

i. Candidate must be Red Hat Certified Linux Professional.
ii. Minimum of a University degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Pure Sciences.
iii. Preference shall be given to candidate with higher degrees and/or overseas large organization.
iv. Candidate must be expert using Microsoft Office Tools.
v. Candidates must be competent Red Hat or SUN Solaris System Administrator.
vi. Experience as a Solaris System Administrator will be an asset.
vii. Experience working with mobile systems as well as several years of overseas work experience with reputable software development companies will significantly enhance your chances.

Method of Application

Click here to apply

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Financial Planners Needed at Law Union and Rock

Do you want to be financially independent, are you an achiever, do you want to develop career in Insurance marketing? Then join our marketing team and achieve your financial dream within the shortest possible time:

Law Union & Rock Insurance Plc is recruiting result oriented goal – getter and serious minded candidates to join our marketing team as Financial Planners in any of these various locations.

Financial Planners

• Job TypeFull Time
• Job LevelEntry Level / Trainees
• Min QualificationOND
• Job FieldSales/Marketing

Qualifications:

1.    BSC/HND
2.    NCE/OND

Method of Application

If you are qualified and interested send your Resume to any of the addresses below close to where you reside:

IKEJA OFFICE
E-mail: aoguntunde@lawunioninsurance.com
cokoli@lawunioninsurance.com

IKORODU OFFICE
E-mail: salimi@lawunioninsurance.com
dobisesan@lawunioninsurance.com

FESTAC OFFICE
E-mail: oukachukwu@lawunioninsurance.com
todelola@lawunioninsurance.com

MOWE/IBAFO OFFICE 
E-mail:  badebayo1@lawunioninsurance.com
ooladetoun@lawunioninsurance.com

ISOLO OFFICE
E-mail: loyebisi@lawunioninsurance.com
eoliseh@lawunioninsurance.com

OTTA OFFICE
E-mail: oojemaye@lawunioninsurance.com
ohabeeb@lawunioninsurance.com

Deadline: 25 December, 2012

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GE Oil & Gas Vacancy : Subsea Wellhead Field Engineers

GE Oil & Gas is set to recruit for the position of a Subsea Wellhead Field Engineers. We are powering potential. Whether we're developing technologies to make extraction safer and more efficient, or subsea devices that will usher in a new phase in drilling, GE's Oil & Gas teams are committed to creating the hightech products and solutions that solve some of the world's toughest problems. Join us and you'll find yourself in a flexible, creative environment that fosters the groundbreaking intellectual property and patents that make GE a global leader. Here you'll have the opportunity to take control of your career within the engineering and business worlds, surrounded by diverse, credentialed talent who work together to make a real difference. If you're a passionate, sound decision maker who thrives on the pursuit of perfection, then join GE in creating the next generation of oil and gas innovations and technologies that will impact the globe for generations to come.

We are recruiting to fill the below position of:

Job Title: Subsea Wellhead Field Engineers 
Job No: 1653697

Location: Onne

Role Summary/Purpose
The Subsea Wellhead Engineer will be in charge of predefined operation, installation, maintenance, testing, adjustment; troubleshooting proactive support and representation and technical assistance based on good engineering, manufacturing, installation and operation practices as applicable to upstream oil exploration/production equipment and in accordance with contractual work scope requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operation, Installation, maintenance, commissioning, health check and trouble shooting of any of the following product line (SG5 & MS700 Wellhead System/Trees); in accordance with the company's recommended procedures, methods & guides
• Comprehensive job preplanning including all logistics, tooling, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), & technical work scopes applicable to assignments.
•  Use of company etools to retrieve technical documents and management of packing list, bill of materials, drawings, prior job reports etc
• Proactive interface between all functions of the company and our customers concerning
• technical, operational & EHS challenges as applicable to any Field assignment
• Performing Coaching of entry level FSE's; asses their technical competences and make appropriate recommendations
• Carrying out root cause analysis on incidents and present reportout
• Analyzing or contributing to analysis and update of operating service procedures (OSP's) and other supporting technical documentation
• Timely completion of all post job and administrative duties including but not limited to customer and service reports, timesheets, job debriefs and tooling tracking
• Safe & compliant performance of all activities in line with the company's and our customer's environmental health & Safety (EHS) guidelines and procedures
• Maintaining a strong customer relationship through a positive, proactive & professional approach
• Working on rotation of 28/28 or 42/14 or adhoc, with tendency to extended work shifts if required
• Tracking and ordering spares as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned by manager

Qualifications/Requirements

• Good knowledge of English language
• Strong years Subsea/Offshore/Land rig experience with Vetco Equipment's
• Completed requirement for entry and professional level FSE certification
• Qualified as Professional FSE in at least two product lines
• Demonstrated personnel management and leadership skills
• Excellent Customer relations skills
• Served as the primary customer interface on at least 3 jobs
• Lead prejob preparation efforts and briefs and conducted postjob debrief
• Safety & Integrity Role Model with demonstrated ability to positively influence others
• Recognized and sought after for having a high level of competence in assigned Product Line(s)
• Ability to analyze and update Operating Service Procedure (OSP's) and other supporting technical documentation
• Able to carry out root cause analysis on incidents and present reportouts
• Demonstrated consistency in use of Wels/Epims/PreJob Planning
• Perform coaching of entry and professional level FSE's asses their technical competence and make appropriate recommendations
• Flawless Integrity & Safety Record
• Ability to analyze and update Operating Service procedure (OSP's) and other supporting technical documentation

Application Closing Date
21st December, 2012

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online  

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University of Benin Massive Recruitment for Non-Academic Positions (Graduates and Experienced Roles)

University of Benin, Benin City, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for appointment into the following non-academic positions below:

1.) Deputy Registrar

Job Description
The Deputy Registrar shall be responsible to the Registrar for the administration of the University and coordination of the services in the University and its Campuses, Colleges, Faculties, Schools, Institutions, Departments.

The Person
Applicants for the post of Deputy Registrar must have in the past exhibited considerable degree of competence, responsiveness, demonstrable integrity and transparency on matters of administration and management. He/She will be responsible to the Registrar.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a good honours degree from a recognized University plus at least fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience.
• Candidate must be a PRINCIPAL ASSISTANT REGISTRAR. A substantial part of the post qualification experience must have been in the University of Benin or any other Institution of comparable status.
• The Possession of a higher degree(s) will be an advantage.

Salary
CONTISS 14 (N 1,820,907.00 - N2,381 ,771 .00) per annum.

2.) Deputy Librarian

Job Description
Deputy Librarian shall be responsible to the University Librarian for the administration of Libraries (both Central and Faculty Libraries) and for providing Library services from these to the entire University community.

The Person
Applicants for the post of Deputy Librarian must have in the past exhibited considerable degree of competence, responsiveness on matters of administration and management of the Library. He/She will be responsible to the University Librarian.

Qualification

• Applicants must possess a good University degree in Library Science and a Ph.D. with at least 15 years relevant experience.
• Applicant must also have contributed to knowledge through research and publications in reputable journals.

Salary
CONUASS 6 (N2,053,124.04 - N2,684,096.04) per annum.

3.) Chief Security Officer

The Person
The person to be appointed must have a proven record of considerable ability, competence, industry and integrity needed to organize a robust and result oriented Campus Security System. He/She must be capable of planning, organizing and implementing a coordinated and proactive security service. Above all, he/she must possess good human relation and the best attributes of a leader and effective manager. He/She will be responsible to the Vice- Chancellor,

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a good Honours Degree from a recognized University coupled with a Certificate in Security Training.
• They should have at least 14 (Fourteen) years cognate experience in Security Services.
• Candidates must have attained the rank of not less than Chief Superintendent of Police or its equivalent in any of the Armed Forces.
• Experience in any comparable institution will be of advantage.

Salary
CONTISS 14 (N 1,820,907.96 - N2,381 ,772.00) per annum.

4.) Senior Architect

Qualification
B. Sc. Or HND in Architecture registrable with ARCON plus post-NYSC Certificate and at least 8 years cognate experience in addition to corporate membership with NIA.

Salary: CONTISS 09 (N 1,282,335.96 - N 1,824052.08)

5.) Senior Quantity Surveyor

Qualification
B.Sc. or HND plus ANIQS with AT LEAST 8 years cognate experience.

Salary: CONTISS 09 (N 1,282,335.96 - N 1,824,052.08)

6.) Technologist I/II/ Technical Officer I/II

Areas of Specialization

• Fish Farm
• Wild Life/Wood Science
• Computer Hardware
• Water & Environmental Health Highway
• Machinist
• Timber Structural Technology
• Electrical Engineering
• Vision Science
• Primary Care Optometry

Qualification
Laboratory Technologist II (Basic Entry Requirements)
Either

• B.Sc. ANIST,AIST,AIMLS or AIDT; OR
• A First degree (Science Lab Tech) from a recognized institution or HND (Laboratory Technology) in the relevant area of specialization and duly registered with:
• Nigerian Institute of Science Technology
• Institute of Medical Laboratory Sciences and
• Any other Institute recognized by any above

Laboratory Technologist I
Either:
(i) As for Laboratory Technologist II with at least 5 years post qualification cognate experience.

(c) Technical Officer
Full Technological Diploma of the City & Guilds/OND/HND in relevant areas.

Salary: CONTISS 07 (N 952,851.00 - N 1,377,741.00)

7.) Health Services

Pharmacist
Candidate must possess a University First Degree in Pharmacy plus one year Post-registration experience.

Salary: CONTISS 09 (N 1,282,335.96 - N 1,824,052.08)

Radiographer
Candidate must possess the Diploma of the Society of Radiographers (DSR) or Certificate of Membership of Radiographers or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Salary: CONTISS 06 (N 605,736.00 - N 896,329.96)

Health Technologist/Tech II/I
Higher National Diploma as appropriate

Salary: CONTISS 07 (N 952,851 - N1,377,74.00)

Optician
Diploma OND/HND in Optical Sciences

Salary: CONTISS 06 (N 605,736.00 - N 898,329.96)

Application Closing Date
20th January, 2013

Method of Application
Interested Applicants should submit with their application fifteen (15) copies of their detailed curriculum vitae highlighting among others the following.
(a) Full Names
(b) Place and Date of Birth
(c) Home Address
(d) Contact Address
(e) Nationality
(f) Marital Status
(g) Number and Ages of Children (if any)
(h) Institutions attended with Dates
(i) Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates
(j) Working Experience
(k) Present Employment, indicating present status and salary
(I) Extra Curricular Activities
(m) Referees (3)

All applications should be submitted under confidential cover in sealed envelope marked "ACADEMIC OR NON-ACADEMIC POSITION" as appropriate, to:
The Office of the Registrar,
University of Benin, P.M.B. 1154, Benin City,
Nigeria

Each applicant must have three (3) referees who should be requested by the applicant to forward their referees report under confidential cover directly to the Registrar.

Only the applications of short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.

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