Fort Knox vacancy in Nigeria

Fort Knox Guards is a repurable and leading security outfit with head office in Abuja; and operates in all states of the federation.

SENIOR MANAGER – Finance and Administration – Abuja – Ref: FKGSMF

• Candidate must have HND/BS.c in Accountancy with a professional qualification (ACCA/ICAN). Masters degree is an advantage
• Must be able to manage, organise and co-ordinate the organisation’s finance and administartion naktionwide
• Must have significance audit experience
• Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Minimum of 15 years cognate experience with at least 8 years in a senior leadership role
• Experience with accounting softwares is important
• Must be between 38-45 years

ACCOUNTANT – Abuja – Ref: FKGA

• Candidate must have HND/BS.c in Accountancy with a professional qualification (ACCA/ICAN). Masters degree is an advantage
• Minimum of 5 years in cognate experience in service/banking industry
• Must be between 30 and 40 years
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Practical knowledge and application of accounting softwareis critical
• Excellent computer and analysis skills

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER – Abuja – Ref: FKGAOA

• Minimum of OND in social sciences
• At least 2 years working experience
• Must have good experience with MS Office software
• Organisational and secretarial skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision

Application closes on July 29, 2010.

Interested and qualified persons should send their application and curriculum vitae quoting relevant reference number to: HR@fortknoxguards.com

United Nations vacancies in Ondo, Nigeria

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

• Serve as the front officer for the PMU, maintain diary, schedule appointments, receive and channel phone calls.
• Assist establish records and office management systems based on best practices.
• Assist follow up and ensure timely action on correspondences.
• Assist make arrangements for meetings.
• Filing and maintaining of proper filing and mailing systems.
• Maintain and update stakeholders’ database detailing names, addresses and phone numbers.
• Provide other clerical services as directed by the Programme Manager.
• S/he should also be fluent in both written and spoken English; proven skills and experience in using standard office software such as Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, and Access) and demonstrable speed-typing skills.
• The Administrative Assistant should have at least a diploma or degree in management or related fields. S/he should have a minimum of 5 years of functionally related professional experience in administrative management.

MVP TEAM LEADER & CLUSTER MANAGER

• The role of Team Leader is to serve as the focal point for the Millennium Villages Project at the Cluster Program level for the Millennium Villages Management Team (MVMT). Within this context, the Team Leader will be responsible to ensure that all project related program and financial management activities are in accordance with approved annual work plans, budgets and procurement plans.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully conduct research and manage projects in remote rural location with minimum supervision.
• Must have quality research and data management experience.  • Excellent writing, interpersonal, computer and communication skills.
• Must be able to function independently and to exercise discretion and judgment in sensitive and potentially controversial matters.
• Must have excellent organizational skills, be a team player and detail-oriented.
• Strong analytical skills, with financial analysis skills a definite advantage
• Masters degree in public administration, business administration, international development, economics or related field
• At least 5 years of international development and/or operational experience in Africa, preferably in Western Africa
• Significant experience working with development agencies and local government leaders on economic development activities with excellent understanding of sustainable development.
• Excellent project management skills including monitoring and evaluation
• Previous experience in MDG related activities is an added advantage

For more details about the job description, competencies and how to apply, visit http://www.ng.undp.org/jobs.shtml

Vacancies with United Nations in Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN’s global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. In Nigeria, UNDP has been operating since independence in the 1960s, providing the country with relevant technical assistance required for sustainable economic and social development.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST – Abuja

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in HR, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field.

• 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing HR advisory services and/or managing staff and operational systems.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and experience in handling of web based management systems.

• Fluency in both written and spoken English; knowledge of another UN language desirable.

COUNTRY PROGRAMME DIRECTOR – Abuja

• Under the overall guidance of and reporting to the Regional Programme Director (RPD) for UNIFEM West Africa,  the Country Programme Director  will draw support and resources and coordinate with the RPD on sub regional opportunities for advocacy including engagement with ECOWAS. The Country Programme Director is an integral part of the UNCT and will work in close partnership with other UN agencies.  As such, the Country Programme Director will be responsible for the following:

• Advanced university degree or equivalent  in development studies, comparative politics and/or related fields.  Please insert our standard education requirement.

• At least 10 years work experience in any of the following fields: Human rights, humanitarian issues, rehabilitation, gender and development, economic security, strategic planning with a specific focus on gender, working in countries in post-conflict contexts.
• Strong familiarity with current theories and issues in gender, development studies and human rights is an important prerequisite for the position.

• Substantive understanding of gender particularly in conflict and post conflict situations.
• Team building and leadership.

• Demonstrated leadership, negotiation and team building capacity to be able to guide the UN efforts in a highly sensitive and complex environment .
• Managing for results. Experience working with UN joint programming frameworks and result-based management systems is a particular advantage.
• Experience with international organizations, the UN system and women’s organization is particularly desirable.

• Fluency in English is required.  Knowledge of French is highly desirable.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – Abuja

• Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director (Programmes), the EC-UN JMDI Focal Officer and the JMDI National Committee, the UNV would support in execution of JMDI project implementation in the CO, supports the beneficiaries of the funds in planning and management of their projects. The UNV would promote a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.

• University Degree in Law, Social Sciences and Sciences required. Also, degree in accounting, public administration and economics are also desirable.

• Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible administrative or programme experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web
• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.

RESEARCH CONSULTANT – Lagos and Abuja

• Working under the overall supervision of the UNODC Country Representative in Nigeria, the incumbent will work closely with Country Programme Team, the Vienna based research team, the UNODC Representative in Nigeria, and the Afghan Opiate Trade Programme Manager (Vienna) during the assignment.  She/he will also liaise with other UNODC offices and programme managers in Africa.
• Advanced university degree in Social or Political Science, Economics, Public Administration plus minimum 10 years of proven research experience in Nigeria in the field of counter narcotics, hands-on experience in data collection and research.
• Doctorate degree in same fields with minimum 5years experience
• A University degree in these areas with relevant combination of training and experience may be accepted in lieu of M.Sc/Ph.D
• Fluency in any UN (preferably English) and national language of the duty station.

For more details on the job descriptions and how to apply, visit http://www.ng.undp.org/jobs.shtml

Vacancy with the International Federation of Red Cross, Abuja, Nigeria

REGIONAL ADMIN/HR OFFICER – Abuja

• Candidate will report to the regional representative
• Fluent in English Language and French will be an advantage
• Contract type is fixed-term Duration of contract is 4 months with the possibility of extension
• Responsible for implementing and managing the admin/HR processes and procedures according to the laid down regulations
• Self supporting in computer applications
• High degree of integrity, discretion and personal conduct 3 years experience as an Admin/HR officer
• Experience working for a humanitarian organization is an asset Experience with a Red Cross is an advantage
• Relevant university degree in administration or equivalent or professional experience
• Establishing and maintaining efficient building management and general services

Interested applicants should make a detailed CV in Ms-word format with a one page summary statement that describes how their experience and qualification relates to the outlined above and send to ifrcjobs@gmail.com on or before July 20, 2010.

A group of schools located in Lagos Mainland/Island seeks appoint the following set of professionals.

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

• Candidate must have at least first degree in Accountancy with ACA/ICAN
• Must possess good knowledge of accounting packages
• Knowledge of quick book software
• Must be ready to work in a group of schools with minimal supervision
• Must possess good knowledg of audit process
• Experience in finance wil be an advantage
• Minimum of 8 years cognate working experience as an Accountant
• Work experience in a school will be an advantage

PRINCIPAL

• A degree holder in Englich Language (ED)
• A Masters in Guidiance Counselling or School adminstration will be advantage
• 15 years post qualification and a minimum of 5 years cognate experience

CLASS TEACHER (Nursery/ Primary) – Lekki

• Minimum of NCE in education
• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience in a reputable school

SCIENCE TEACHER (Nursery/ Primary) – Lekki

• Minimum of NCE in education
• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience in a reputable school

PHONICS TEACHER (Nursery/ Primary)

• Minimum of BA (ED) in English or Linguistic
• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience in a reputable school

SECRETARY (Nursery/ Primary)

• Minimum of OND or HND in administration
• Minimum of 2 years cognate working experience

Application closes on July 20, 2010

All applicants should send their detailed and comprehensive CV to ayosoji2008@yahoo.com

CEO, other vacancies at NSE, Nigeria

The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) is the equity and debt exchange for Nigeria’s leading organisations. To provide leadership for its transformation program, the NSE is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced executives to be its future.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

• He must have strong understanding of global financial market and the direction and opportunities for Nigeria’s financial system and capital market
• A proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of senior officials
• Strong engagement and negotiable skills and a track record of leading successful business change
• A University Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 10 years capital market in a security exchange capital market regulator or operator or 15 years experience in financial services non capital market including a 6 years experience in senior executive positions
• A Master of Business Admin degree will be an advantage

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MARKET OPERATIONS AND IT

• Candidate are expected to have understading and practical knowledge of the technical infrastructure that drives securities trading platform, capital markets operations
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of senior officials, strong engagement, marketing and negotiable skills and champion the use of information technology to improve business performance
• A university degree or equivalent in a Business/Information Technology related disciplines
• 10 years IT/Market Operations experience including a minimum of 6 years in senior management positions
• A Master of Business Administration degree will be an advantage

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LISTINGS

• Candidate must have strong understanding of global financial market and deep practical knowledge of SEC rules and regulations and governing operations of the capital; market in Nigeria, particularly the NSE listing processes
• A proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of senior officials strong engagement and negotiable skills
• A University Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 10 years capital market in a security exchange capital market regulator experience including a minimum of 6 years in senior management positions
• A Master of Business Administration degree will be an advantage

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STRATEGY AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Candidate must have strong understanding of global financial market
• Proven capacity to analyse and identify current and future needs
• Ability to facilitate development and committment to corporate strategies and programs
• Strong engagement and communication skills
• Demonstarted experience in managing and coordinating successful organisation wide change
• A proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of senior officials
• A University Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 10 years experience including a minimum of 6 years in senior management positions

Application closes on July 9, 2010.

To apply, send your comprehensive resume with clear information of qualification for the position you are applying to

CEO – ceo@nseexecutiverecruit.com

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MARKET OPERATIONS AND IT – moitdirector@nseexecutiverecruit.com

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LISTINGS – listingdirector@nseexecutiverecruit.com

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STRATEGY AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT – strategydirector@nseexecutiverecruit.com

Vacancies in a microfinance bank in Abuja

A Microfinance Bank in Abuja requires the services of the following categories of staff.

MANAGING DIRECTOR

• BS.c Banking/Finance or in any social sciences with a minimum of 10 years relevant banking experience
• A minimum level of Deputy Manager in a commercial bank or minimum of executive director in a microfinance bank
• Professional qualifications and higher degree will be an advantage

HEAD OF OPERATIONS

• Must have a sound knowledge of banking activities and regulatory requirements in the banking sector
• BS.c/HND in Accounting with a minimum of 7 years experience in banking operations
• Must have attained a minimum of level of an Assistant Manager in a commercial bank
• Professional qualifications and higher degree will be an added advantage

COMPANY SECRETARY/LEGAL ADVISER

• 5 years post call to bar experience, part of which must have been in an active court practice
• BL, LLB minimum qualification
• Professional memebrship of NIM and CIS will be an advantage

HEAD, CREDIT & MARKETING

• BS.c /HND in Banking/Finance or in Social Sciences with a minimum of 8 years banking experience
• Must be knowledgeable in credit and marketing and must have attained a minimum level of Assistant Manager in a commercial bank or microfinance bank

RELATIONSHIP MANAGERS

• BS.c/HND in banking/finance or in social sciences with a minimum of 7 years banking experience
• Must have attained a minimum level of banking officer level in a Commercial of Microfinance bank

RELATIONSHIPS OFFICERS

• BS.c/HND in Banking/Finance or in social sciences
• Minimum of 3 years banking experience at a minimum level of an executive trainee in a commercial bank or a microfinance bank

HEAD, INTERNAL CONTROL

• BS.c/HND in Accounting
• Minimum of 7 years banking experience in internal auditing in a commercial bank
• Must have attained a minimum of level of an Assistant Manager in a commercial bank or microfinance bank
• Professional accounting qualification is a prerequisite

INTERNAL CONTROL OFFICERS

• BS.c/HND in Accounting
• Must have attained a minimum of level of an Assistant Manager in a commercial bank or microfinance bank
• Professional accounting qualification is a prerequisite

IT OFFICERS

• BS.c/HND in computer science or allied fields
• Minimum of 3 years in a reputable IT firm
• Must have relevant IT certifications

Send your applications and attached CV to mfbcareer09@yahoo.com

Vacancy for a Governance Advisor ActionAid Nigeria

To effectively consolidate on our country strategy, AAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the position of Governance Advisor.

• Education/Qualifications
• Degree in Social Sciences, Arts or Humanities is essential
• Masters degree in social sciences is essential
• At least seven years post NYSC experience with three years spent in budget intervention work is essential
• Experience in the Nigerian Policy environment including the budget process is essential
• Working experience in the social development field, particularly in designing, setting up and coordination of programmes is essential
• Experience in capacity building is essential
• Experience of community based work and engagements with CBOs is desirable
• Excellent skills in facilitation and in capacity building on global advocacy is essential
• Excellent conceptual, analytical, documentation and presentation skills is essential
• Demonstrable skills in the use of IT

All interested candidates should fill in the application form available to download on http://www.actionaid.org/pages.aspx?PageID=12&ItemID=216 and send it together with a CV and a Covering Letter to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 4th June, 2010.

Interview date will be communicated to shortlisted candidates. Only Electronically completed application forms will be entertained and should be mailed to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org.

Applications will ONLY be considered if submitted on AAN’s Standard Application forms available to download.

Subject line of application emails should clearly state position applied for and name of applicant with surname first e.g. Internal Auditor – Okoh, Sara.

Vacancies at Midcom in Lagos, Nigeria

MIDCOM, a leading Nokia phone distribution company in Middle |East & Africa, is now diversifying and expanding its network in Nigeria.

SALES MANAGER/TERRITORY MANAGER (FRN/2010/001)

• 2-4 years in sales (sound experience in franchise management)
• Candidates of telecommunications and from FMCG background will be an advantage
• Ability to meet committment and targets
• Multi-tasking and problem solving ability
• Willingness to travel extensively
• Strong communications skills (English and regional languages)

CUSTOMER CARE EXECUTIVE (FRN/2010/002)

• Execellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Proficient in computers
• Detail oriented, self-starting/managed individual
• Customer complaints handling skills
• Handling and processing customer queries received through phone and occassionally through email

LOGISTICS EXECUTIVE (FRN/2010/003)

• Entire logistics operations (ncluding operations and liasing with clearing agents at the airport)
• Dispatch planning and execution
• Stock planning and movement
• General MIS for warehouse
• Co-ordinating sales team, finance team for stock outs/stock update

MANAGER FINANCE AND ADMINISTARTION (FRN/2010/004)

• Qualified Chartered Accountant/ACCA with 2-3 years experience in similar capacity.
• Very good finance klnowledge, excellent excels and people management skills
• Good in MS Excel, working knowledge is a must
• Prior experience in forecasting/budgeting & MIS reporting is mandatory

FIELD SALES EXECUTIVE (FRN/2010/005)

• Knowledge of ROI and route plan
• Experience in mobile industry will be aqn advantage
• Smart, aggressive, good personality and strong communication skills
• IT knowledge
• Willing to travel
• Must have post-graduate diploma in marketing or similar
• Having expertise in dealer network

SALES EXECUTIVE (FRN/2010/006)

• Experience in corporate business
• Smart and a pleasing personality
• Should have the skill to negotiate with senior managers of the company
• Must have degree of MBA-Marketing/Sales or similar diploma
• Getting bulk order

SHOWROOM SALES STAFF (FRN/2010/007)

• 2-4 years of relevant experience
• Implement and monitor processess related to store operations

Send your detailed CVs using the job code as the subject of the mail to careers.nigeria@midcomafrica.com

Medical vacancies in a children’s hospital, Lagos, Nigeria

A well established Children’s hospital with branches in Surulere and Lekki Phase 1 seeks to recruit the services of the following professionals.

CONSULTANT PAEDIATRICIANS/SENIOR REGISTRARS PAEDIATRICS

• FMCPaed, FWACPaed or Equivalent
• Preferably full time/part time

DOCTORS

• MBBS
• Must be fully registered with NMDC and have completed NYSC

HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR

• University degree preferably at masters level
• Upwards of 8 years experience in administration/personnel functions
• Experience in hospital/healthcare industry would be an advantage

PHARMACIST

• B.PHARM
• Experience in managing hospital pharmacy

RADIOGRAPHER

• BS.c Radiography
• Experience in Sonography will be an advantage

LABORATORY SCIENTISTS – AMILS or BMLS

• Ability to perform Heamatological, chemical Pathology and Microbiological Analysis

NURSES – SRN

• Diploma in Paediatric Nursing would be an advantage
• Training/Experience in Neonatal Intensive care would be an advantage

All applicants must be computer literate

Send your CVs by email to:

lchlekki@lchnigeria.com or

lchniger@lchnigeria.com

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