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  • Jobs of the day

    1. Marketing Executives at VISION IT Nigeria

    Vision IT is a revolutionary organisation that advertises, expands and develops marketing strategies that helps businesses grow. We are dedicated to quality results and are known for giving our clients a unique satisfying experience by producing practical solutions that are grounded in the realities of business needs.

    We require the services of young, vibrant, self motivated and dedicated individuals in our team.

    Job Title: Marketing Executives
    Location: Lagos

    Job Description/Responsibilities
    The job exists to support the advertisement and sales of an educative product for our client.
    Marketing executives must manage relationships with retailers effectively, so as to increase the sales volume of these products.
    Marketing executives must devise strategies and techniques necessary for achieving the sales targets.
    Qualification and Requirements
    Must not be older than 25 years by Dec 2013.
    Minimum of OND.
    Good communication skills.
    Remuneration
    Salary package very attractive.
    Plus commission on every sales.
    Application Closing Date
    6th December, 2013.

    How to Apply
    Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: hr@visionit.com.ng

    2. Senior Sales Executive at GVA Partners

    GVA Partners  is recruiting to fill the vacant position of:

    Job Title: Senior Sales Executive
    Location: Lagos
    Job Description:

    The Sales/Business Development Executive will sell the company’s products and services . Ensure consistent, profitable growth in sales . Identify objectives, strategies and action plans to improve short- and long-term sales and earnings.

    Key Responsibilities/Duties
    Sell the Company’s products and technology solution to potential customers.
    Carry out and review market analyses to determine customer needs, sales volume potential and pricing schedules that will meet the Company’s goals.
    Resolve customers’ complaints on marketing sales and service.
    Work with Management to coordinate marketing, customer services.
    Represent the Company at events and trade meetings to market its products.
    Manage the Company’s relationship with Industry.
    Required Skills and Competencies
    Excellent presentation skills with possession of good information technology skills.
    Brand promise delivery skills.
    Good account & relationship management skills.
    Ability to take initiative and be self driven.
    Good analytical and numerate skills.
    Good negotiation and persuasion skills.
    Good interpersonal skills.
    Good communication (verbal and written) skills.
    Good supervisory skills working with suppliers & 3rd parties.
    Educational/ Professional Qualifications
    Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in business or equivalent experience.
    Experience
    Approximately 4 to 5 years relevant experience in an upwardly mobile environment.
    At least 3 years hands-on experience in institutional and consultative Sales.
    Previously negotiated sales contract in excess of N15m.
    Application Closing Date:
    30th December, 2013

    Method of Application
    Interested candidates should send CVs to: recruitment@gvapartners.com

    3.  Solid Mineral Processing Company Job Vacancies (5 Positions)

    A Solid Mineral Processing Company with head office In Lagos and Quarry at Igbeti, Oyo State.
    We distribute high quality Calcium Carbonate, Kaolin and Industrial Chemicals for Paint, Soap and Ink Industries.

    Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants for the following posts:

    1.) Account Officer (Ilorin, Kwara State).
    2.) Account Clerk/Inventory Officer (Otta, Ogun State).
    3.) Technicians Electrical (Otta, Ogun State).
    4.) Technicians Mechanical (Otta, Ogun State).
    5.) Plant Operators (Otta, Ogun State)

    Qualification
    1.) Minimum qualification:
    BSc or HND in Accountancy or Business Admi. with minimum of (3) years experience.
    2.) Minimum qualification:
    OND in Accountancy or Business Admin with minimum of three (3) years experience.
    3.) Minimum qualification:
    OND in Electrical Engineering (NABTEB or Trade Test with relevant practical experience) with minimum of three (3) years experience in a manufacturing industry especially electrical control panel.
    4.) Minimum qualification:
    OND in Mechanical Engineering (NABTEB or Trade Test with relevant practical experience) with minimum of three (3) years experience in a manufacturing industry.
    5.) Minimum qualification:
    SSCE or OND in any discipline with minimum of three (3) years experience in grinding/ milling or any relevant manufacturing industry.
    Salary and Allowances:
    Very attractive and negotiable.

    Please Note that People with high Integrity/honesty only should apply.

    Application Closing Date
    11th December, 2013

    Method of Application
    Interested candidates should send their application with detail Curriculum Vitae and handwriting application to the address below

    Human Resources Manager
    P.O. Box 2672
    Agege – Lagos

    4. Program Officer at Leading Edge Consulting

    Leading Edge Consulting, is a Human Resources & Organizational Development Firm set up to tackle the unprecedented challenges faced by organizations in the 21st century. For over one decade, we have consistently rendered qualitative services in these areas to varied clients across different sectors of the Nigerian economy.

    Our client is a not-for-profit organisation set up by a high performing Group of companies with the aim of having positive impact on Nigerians particularly in its catchment areas of operation. Our client’s focus is in the area of Education with great emphasis on the Public Sector. It has done this successfully over the past three years.

    Due to expansion in the scope of work. the need has arisen for a diligent and passionate social entrepreneur who will serve as its Program Officer.

    We are recruiting to fill the position below:
    Job Position: Program Officer
    Location: Lagos

    Description
    The successful candidate will provide firm and effective support to the Executive Director of the Foundation on a day to day basis, seeing to the smooth and cost effective implementation of its projects and programmes, in line with the strategic framework agreed with and provided by the Project Consultants and approved by the Board of Trustees.
    Requirements
    Minimum of First degree in Education, Business Management or Social Science is preferred. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
    Must have at least 3 years post-graduation experience obtained from a well run organization. Cognate experience in managing projects, monitoring and evaluation, working with youths in the area of educational development in a non- profit environment is desirable.
    Self-motivated, flair for people management, professional networking with schools, communities, organizations and youths are added advantage.
    Must have the ability to formulate, manage, monitor and review delivery and the quality of project.
    Must be able to manage budgets, prioritize and meet deadlines.
    Must be dynamic, self motivated, flexible, have good interpersonal, excellent oral and written communication skills, negotiation skills, as well as well as team orientation.
    Demonstrate critical thinking and strong judgment and a strong commitment to develop, promote and practice the Foundation’s vision, mission, values and strategy.
    Proficiency in the use of Ms Word, Spreadsheet and PowerPoint are required.
    Must be ready to travel, if required.
    Remuneration
    This position attracts reasonable compensation.
    Application Closing Date:
    3rd December, 2013

    Method Of Application:
    If you are interested and meet the requirements, please send your application together with your comprehensive curriculum vitae and evidence of your current annual remuneration package to: leadingedge@cobranet.org  or lecrecruitment@gmail.com OR by courier to:

    The Director-MCS
    Leading Edge Consulting
    202 Awolowo Road-3rd Floor
    Ikoyi, Lagos.

    Note: All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    5. Farm Manager in a Fast Growing Organization

    A fast growing organization requires for immediate appointment a Farm Manager to oversee its farming and agro-allied ventures.
    Job Title: Farm Manager
    Location: Lagos

    Requirements
    Candidate with HND/BSc Agric with 5-10years post qualification experience and practical experience in plantation farming (pineapple, Banana etc) and animal production (Grasscutter, snail etc).

    Application Closing Date
    11th December, 2013

    Method of Application
    Interested candidates should forward their resume to:
    The Advertiser
    G-P.O. Box 6199
    Marina, Lagos.
    Email: olufarms72@yahoo.com
    Tel: 08033335899

  • Jobs of the day

    Urgently need:

     

    1: Marketing Estate Managers.

    2: Estate Surveyors/Marketer

     

    Qualification:

     

    Minimum of first degree in Estate Survey/Marketing sales or relevant field

    Postgraduate qualifications/years of experience and membership of a professional body will be at an added advantage.

     

    Required skills/responsibilities

     

    MARKETING ESTATE MANAGER

     

    -Good leadership qualities

    -Ability to improve and motivate staff under his/her supervision

    -Must be a goal setter with pleasant personality

    -Must be able to initiate, develop, coordinate, and strategizes plan for maximum profit.

     

    ESTATE SURVEYOR AND MARKETERS

     

    -Goal getter / team player

    – Develop marketing strategy and sales regular

    – IT literate and other useful skills

     

    Condition of service

    Company car, remunerations is comparable to what is obtainable in the industry and regular target performance commission/ bonus payment.

     

    Interested applicants should text the under listed phone number with his name, telephone number and profession to: 08023231912 and send you’re your full CV to 2012standard@gmail.com

    VACANCY

     

    A fast growing and diversified group holding company has openings in its subsidiary companies for the following positions

     

    1. BUSSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (MEDICAL DEVICES)

    REQUIREMENTS

     

    Qualifications:

     

    Recognized qualification in nursing, Medical / laboratory technology or biomedical engineering

     

    Age: not more than 40 years

     

    Experience: Minimum of 5years and adequate knowledge and experience in the use and management of hospital equipment. Experience in marketing and sales of medical equipment are an added advantage.

     

    Computer: Must be computer literate.

     

    In addition, the candidate must have worked in a reputable hospital and demonstrate a high level of professionalism and familiarity with a wide range of hospital and laboratory equipment and demonstrable capacity to join a team that will lead the company to optimally achieve its business growth objectives.

     

    2. MARKETING AND SALES MANAGER (FOODS AND BEVERAGES)

     

    Requirements

     

    Qualification: BSC/HND in Business Administration / Marketing or related disciplines. Profession of an MBA will be an added advantage.

    IT capacity: Must be computer literate

     

    Communication Skills: Must be an excellent communicator with good skills in people management.

     

    Drive: The ideal candidate must be self-driven and possess the capacity to set sales Target and ensure that they are surpassed by his team.

    Experience: Must have substantial experience in the marketing and sales of food and beverage products. Candidates who have worked in the marketing of Bakery, confectionary and beverage products will have an added advantage.

     

    3. SALES AND MARKETING REPRESENTATIVES (FOOD AND BEVERAGES)

     

    Requirements

     

    Qualifications: BSC/HND in Business Administration / Marketing or related courses

     

    Skills and Experience:

     

    Successful candidates must have demonstrable capacity to market food and beverage products with above normal communication and inter personal relationship skills.

    Candidates who are sure of their capacity to learn fast and deliver on result and who have successfully completed their National Youth Service are eligible for consideration.

     

    4. TRAINEE ASSISTANT BAKERY MANAGERS – Kaduna and Kano

     

    Requirements

     

    Qualifications: First degree in relevant discipline

     

    Age: Not more than 35 years

     

    Experience: 2 years or less of experience are required

     

    Candidates with demonstrable capacity to learn fast and work successfully in a high performance setting are required for this position.

     

    Computer: must be computer literate

     

    5. TRAINEE PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTIC EXCUTIVES

     

    Qualification: BSC/HND in relevant disciplines

     

    Age: Not more than 35 years

     

    Experience: 2 years or less of experience are required.

     

    Candidates with demonstrable capacity to learn fast and work successfully in a high performance setting are required for this position.

    Computer: must be computer literate

     

    6.  ACCOUNTANTS

     

    Requirements

     

    Qualifications: BSC/HND Accounting

     

    Age: Not more than 35 years

     

    Computer: Must be literate in Excel, Peachtree and other accounting packages

     

    Experience: 2 years or less experience are required

     

    7. CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY – Abuja

     

    Requirements

     

    Qualification: Minimum of OND secretariat studies / computer science

     

    Age: Not more than 35 years

     

    Experience: Minimum of 5 years in office management

     

    Computer: must be literate

     

    In addition, the candidate must be vast in the usage of CorelDraw and Microsoft office

     

    Interested candidates should submit their application via: crescentrecruits@yahoo.com within two weeks of this advertisement date. Such application should include copies of credentials and detail curriculum vitae with contact phone numbers, stating clearly the position of interest.

    Only qualified candidates would be shortlisted and invited for interview.

  • Jobs of the day

    A reputable Microfinance Bank situated in Uyo, Akwa Ibom is considering employment of suitable qualified persons for the following positions.

    1.     Head of Internal Audit

    Candidates must possess BSc, or HND, in Accounting, Certified Microfinance Banker with 3years working cogent experience MBA, ACA or any other professional qualifications will be an advantage. Partly qualified ICAN final section students working in Audit firm can apply.

    2.     Head of Finance and Administration

    (Same as number one above)

    3.     Head of Information Technology (IT)

    He/She must possess BSc, or HND in Computer Sciences with 3years experience in similar position. MSc, MBA or other professional qualification is an advantage.

    1. Marketing Staff: BSc, HND, OND or NCE in Social Sciences with 2years experience.
    2. Drivers: Candidates must possess OND or Senior School Certificate with 3years experience. He must be neat and of good character with current Drivers license.

    In all the posts, candidates must be honest and of good character.

    How to apply

    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application and CV to etubommfonudofia@yahoo.com or josephchats@yahoo.com or submit at 112 Udoudoma Avenue opposite 100 units Housing Estate or No. B5B Akwa Savings and Loans Estate, off Abak Road by Fortune International Schools within 10 days of this advert placement. Applicants must indicate the position they are applying for on the subject of the e-mail.

    Please know that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Remuneration will be based on experience and Salary history but very competitive.

     

    ABIA STATE UNIVERSITY MICRO FINANCE BANK LTD

     

    1. HEAD OF OPERATIONS

    QUALIFICATION: B. Sc, HND (Accountancy), NYSC Discharge/ Exemption Certificate of Computer literacy. Any professional qualification e.g. ICAN, ACA, ANAN, ACIBN, etc MPC will be an added advantage. At least 12years cognate experience is required.

    Remuneration – MFBSS Level 14

    1. SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

    QUALIFICATION: B. Sc, HND (Accountancy), NYSC Discharge/ Exemption Certificate of Computer literacy. At least 6years cognate experience is required.

    Remuneration – MFBSS Level 12

    1. ACCOUNTANT 1

    B. Sc, HND (Accountancy), NYSC Discharge/ Exemption Certificate of Computer literacy. At least 3years cognate experience is required.

    REMUNERATION – MFBSS Level 11

    All applicants (in candidates’ own hand writing), enclosing photocopies of Credentials and Curriculum Vitae must reach the undersigned within 21 days from the date of this publication.

     

  • Cross River community relishes jobs tools

    Cross River community relishes jobs tools

    • House of Reps member fights joblessnes

    Things are looking up for the poor in Abi/Yakurr Federal Constituency in Cross River State.

    The lawmaker representing the area at the House of Representatives, Mr Bassey Ewa provided the residents with jobs tools aiming to lift them out of poverty.

    Items donated included 132 sewing machines, 25 tricycles, 33 motorcycles, 10 fairly used cars and seven welding machines.

    He also gave financial assistance to widows and elderly people in the area.

    Presenting the items to the beneficiaries on the grounds of the Yakurr Local Government Council, Ewa said the empowermen tools cost N50 million.

    He said he was pleased to bring empowerment to his people in furtherance of his commitment to service.

    The beneficiaries also expressed their joy, saying Ewa had lifted their spirits.

    The lawmaker addressed the people: “The confidence you have reposed in me to represent you, continues to inspire me daily to seek new ways to justify that mandate.

    “A great philosopher once said that posperity is the ability to make others prosper. I could not agree less with that insightful revelation. Democracy as an ideology and a system of government seeks the prosperity of mankind. What I seek to achieve is the greatest happiness of the greatest number.

    “That greatest number for me is the people of Abi and Yakurr Federal Constituency that I represent.

    “What we witness here today, therefore, is only a continuing episode in a long standing legacy of making democracy dividends for our people a tangible reality, not just a mere rhetoric.

    “As the concept of empowerment continues to change with the dynamics of time, my emphasis this time is to stimulate the enterprenuerial spirit of our people in tandem with present economic realities.

    “As you may be aware, my entire political journey has been devoted to exploring unprecedented ways of promoting human development and strengthening our collective identity. You would recall that my resounding ability to negotiate during my tenure as Honourable Speaker, Cross River State House of Assembly, attracted to Yakurr, the present urban status for Ugep, an accomplishment that opened up new vistas for the area including the construction of nearly all roads in Ugep and Ekori, the historic upgrading of Ugep Leboku to an international festival in Cross River State, from where many Yakurr sons and daughters have won various prizes ranging from cars, trucks, sewing machines, refrigerators, cash prizes and more, all to empower them.

    “As federal legislator in constant touch with his constituents, I have made it a point of duty to always come home during the Christmas period to celebrate with my people. During this time, I distribute food items, livestock with financial assistance to the people of Abi and Yakurr as my token contribution for them to have a great Christmas. This Christmas will not be different; I will extend the same largesse to our people and party supporters.

    “I am motivated by the admonishment of the respected Chairman of our great Party, the People’s Democratic Party, Ntufam John Okon and indeed all well meaning Leaders of our Party, that we must ensure that our constituents feel the impact of democracy and that, any such gestures, which fulfill the spirit of our Party manifesto to bring government closer to the people, needs to be supported and celebrated.

    “I hereby present to you, these various empowerment items, ranging from cars, tricycles, motorcycles, sewing machines, welding machines and financial assistance to widows and the very old persons in our society. The philosophy behind this choice of empowerment to meis that, “rather than give a man fish, teach him to fish”. My hope and intention is that, this phase of empowerment will stimulate and promote a renewed spirit of enterprise, that will contribute to making the people of Abi and Yakurr active partners and players, in the emerging Cross River State marketplace and Nigeria in general. I charge the beneficiaries to make judicious use of these items to improve their lives.

    “Let me state categorically that, my strength is drawn from the exceptional visionary leadership of His Excellency, Senator Liyel Imoke, Governor of Cross River State, whose economic blueprint for Cross River State has become a national and international reference point, and I extol him.

    “Inspired by his vision, and drawing from my tutelage under him, i will continue to identify and promote those core values that will enhance the welfare and wellbeing of the great people of Abi and Yakurr.

    “It is my sincere hope that this empowerment will bring added value and benefit to your lives and your endeavours.”

    Chairman of the PDP in the state, Ntufam John Okon lauded the lawmaker for the gesture but called on him to do more.

    Beneficiaries who spoke to Newsextra expressed appreciation to the lawmaker for remembering to look after their welfare and promised they would ensure the judicious use of the items they received.

    They also called on him and other political office holders to continue in the same spirit to check the rising spate of poverty in the state.

     

     

  • Jobs of the day

    Service Delivery Officer at Grid Consulting Limited

    Grid Consulting Limited – Malaria Consortium (www.malariaconsortium.org) is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations which is dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa and Southeast Asia.

    Malaria Consortium works with communities, Government and non-Governmental agencies, academic institutions, local and international organisations; to ensure good evidence support delivery of effective services, by providing technical support for monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities for evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning.The organisation has been in operation in Nigeria since 2008 and recently opened a country office in Abuja to fully establish itself with its long term commitment. Malaria Consortium now seeks to recruit professionals in its country office and in a recently awarded 2-years CIDA/WHO funded project; focused on catalysing the implementation of integrated community case management of malaria (iCCM), pneumonia and diarrhoea at scale in Niger State.

    Job Title: Service Delivery Officer

    Location: Niger

    Job Description
    The Service Delivery Officer will work closely with the Project Manager and the team in providing technical support and direct implementation of projects for iCCM activities focused on identification, training, logistics for iCCM commodities and supervision of health facility and community health workers in the State.

    Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Provide leadership in ensuring roll-out of project service delivery activities to meet international standards of quality;
    • Provide support for the finalization of the project performance and M&E frameworks and take the lead in the operationalization of the frameworks;
    • Coordinate the implementation of supervisory activities to community health volunteers based on finalized supervisory plans
    • Provide support for the adaptation of iCCM training manuals to Niger State Context;
    • Contribute to the finalization of the criteria for selecting communities, health facilities and volunteers for iCCM project implementation based on continuum of care approach;
    • Provide technical expertise at the State level to the SMCP as it relates to all issues on capacity building for the management of malaria control;
    • Take the lead in assessing the logistics and supply chain for iCCM commodities in the State;

    Qualified candidates should possess the following:

    • A post-graduate degree in one of the following; Public health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or other health-related disciplines is required for this position.
    • The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3-years’ experience working in a developing country with an excellent knowledge of medical supplies, procurement and supply chain management.
    • S/he must have an excellent knowledge and skills in malaria control, pneumonia and diarrhoea.
    • Excellent report writing and presentation skills are essential for this position as well as a good knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation and public health principles.

    Terms of Employment

    • The appointment is for a period of 2-years; which is subject to an annual grant approval by CIDA/WHO based on performance.
    • There is possibility of contract extension for 3-4 years based on overall project performance.
    • The programme offers very competitive salary packages.
    • Local terms and conditions will apply.

    Application Closing Date
    Friday, 8h November, 2013

    Method of Application
    Candidates who meet the above requirements; should submit an application letter and a recent CV to: mcvacancies@gridconsulting.net

    The subject of the mail must contain the title of the position applied for. All applications must be submitted by Friday, 8h November, 2013. Interviews will commence thereafter with a view to engaging the best candidate immediately.

    2.

    Cook/Steward in a Reputable Company

    A reputable company is recruiting to fill the vacant positionJob Title: Cook/Steward

    Location: Lagos

    Requirements

    • Must possess a minimum professional certificate in cookery with relevance to food nutrition balanced dieting
    • Must be with at least 2 years practical experience
    • Must be God fearing and impeccably honest and neat cook/steward
    • Should be a resident cook

    Application Closing Date
    13th November, 2013

    Method of Application
    Applicants must post their hand written applications with their CV (curriculum vitae) and coloured passport photos and copies of certificates to:
    The Human Resources Officer
    Post Office Box 50161, Falomo, Ikoyi Lagos Nigeria.

    3.

    Secretary Personal Assistant in a Reputable Company

    A reputable company is recruiting to fill the vacant position

    Job Title: Secretary Personal AssistantLocation:

    LagosRequirements

    • Should have a minimum of OND/HND Secretarial Studies or a degree in related subject area
    • Must be between the age bracket of 25 to 35 years.
    • And must have worked in office atmosphere for at least two years

    Application Closing Date
    13th November, 2013

    Method of Application
    Applicants must post their hand written applications with their CV (curriculum vitae) and coloured passport photos and copies of certificates to:
    The Human Resources Officer
    Post Office Box 50161, Falomo, Ikoyi Lagos Nigeria.

    4.

    Job Vacancies at a Reputable Company (6 Positions

    A Reputable Company with its operations base in Abule Egba/Ijaiye axis of Lagos urgently requires the underlisted personnel:1.) Operations Manager

    Minimum Qualification

    • OND and above with minimum of 5 years experience in Hotel Stewarding and Catering

    2.) Business Development Manager

    Minimum Qualification

    • Industry, above with minimum of 5 years experience.

    3.) Baker/Chef

    Minimum Qualification

    • Cognate experience in Hospitality Industry

    4.) Computer Manager

    Minimum Qualification

    • 3 years cognate experience

    5.) Stewards/Waiteress

    Minimum Qualification

    • Fresh OND holder and willing to be trained

    6.) Cyber Café Attendant

    Minimum Qualification

    • School Certificate with knowledge of Computer

    Application Closing Date
    13th November, 2013

    Method of Application
    Qualified interested candidates should send their CVs to: solonath308@msn.com or lawal201@yahoo.com

    Applications could also be brought to City Best Fastfood, 524 Abeokuta Expressway, opposite Quaiitec Industry, Ahmadiyya Ijaiye, Lagos.

    5.

    Reputable Nursery, Primary and Secondary School Job Vacancies (7 Positions)

    A Reputable Nursery, Primary and Secondary School located in Surulere, Lagos State requires the services of the following vacant positions:

    1.) Principal

    Qualification

    • NCE/B.ED/Master in Educational Administration

    2.) Vice Principal

    Qualification

    • B.ED with qualification In Educational Administration.

    3.) School Secretary

    Qualification

    • B.ED / Master in Educational Administration.

    4.) Primary Teachers

    Qualification

    • NCE, B.ED with knowledge of phonics.

    5.) Fine Art Teachers

    6.) Music Teachers

    7.) House Master with qualification in Education

    All applicants must be experienced and computer literate

    Application Closing Date
    13th November, 2013

    Method of Application
    Application and Curriculum Vitae should be addressed to: canville97@yahoo.com OR P.O. Box 7914. Surulere, Lagos State

    6.

    Female Admin/Editing Officer & Media/Business Developer at Magxenia Magazine

    Magxenia Magazine is recruiting to fill the following positions:

    1.) Female Admin/Editing Officer

    Requirements

    • Experienced with a good command of English

    2.) Media/Business Developer

    Location: Lagos

    Application Closing Date
    16th November, 2013

    Method Of Application
    Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs with recent passport photograph to: info@magxenia.com please indicate the position you are applying for.

    7.

    Nutritionist at International Medical Corps (2 Positions

    International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

    Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility for rapid response to emergencies. International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

    We are recruiting to fill the position of:

    Job Position: Nutritionist

    Location: Sokoto
    Slot: 2

    Responsibilities

    • Provides assistance for the nutrition programme and supports the OTP sites and community health extension workers and volunteers.

    Qualification

    • Degree/Diploma in Nutrition, 3-5 years of experience working on nutrition programmes, good monitoring and reporting skills.

    Application Closing Date
    12th November, 2013

    How to Apply
    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to: Recruiter@InternationalMedicalCorps.org indicating the position of interest in the email subject line.

    Note: Only most qualified candidates will be contacted.

    8.

    Psychiatric Nurse at Center for Psychological Medicine

    Our “Center for Psychological Medicine” based within the Abuja metropolis is currently in need of a Psychiatric Nurse resident in the F.C.T for immediate employment.

    Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse    Location: Abuja

    Responsibilities:

    • Clinical duties which include assessing mental health needs, developing care plans
    • for patients and helping clients improve their coping abilities.
    • Monitoring treatment regimens by ensuring the correct administration of medication, including injections, and monitoring the results of treatment.
    • Complete Nursing Assessments for all new clients: The nursing assessment needs to be
    • done within 24-48 hours of admission.
    • Must be willing to work on Shift basis and show flexibility when required.

    Qualifications and Requirements:

    • Applicants have a Registered Nursing (RN) certificate & be licensed to practice in Nigeria.
    • Ability to form and sustain effective
    • relationships with clients, and community health and social service providers
    • Registered Psychiatric Nursing (RPN) certificate;
    • Ability to be flexible, manage time, resources, and client caseload
    • Demonstrate respect and appreciation for diversity (culturally relevant, anti-bias, and multicultural)
    • Demonstrate a willingness/ability to work with the interdisciplinary team to provide optimum care

    Application Closing Date
    29th November 2013

    Method of Application
    Interested and suitably qualified applicant should submit their applications to the following email address: recruitment@synapseservices.org  on or before 29th November 2013.

    Note: the subject of the email should be “Psychiatric Nurse” failure to abide by this would lead to automatic disqualification.

    9

    Hospitality Industry Job Vacancies (5 Positions)

    A fast growing company in hospitality industry (Fast Food) urgently required services of the following for immediate employment

    1.) General Manager

    2.) Outlet Manager

    3.) Accountants

    4.) Internal Auditor

    5.) Production Supervisors

    Qualification

    • The required qualification for the above mentioned positions will be minimum of first degree in the related disciplines or a professional certificate.
    • A sound working experience will be an added advantage.

    Application Closing Date
    12th November, 2013

    Method of Application
    All interested candidates should apply on-line to:.apples_friedchickenltd@yahoo.com

    10. Anadah Consulting Nigera Recruits Senior Medical Officers
    Anadach Consulting – Our Client is one of Nigeria s leading Reproductive Health Care Clinics. With the use-of-art facilities, equipment and a team of resourceful professionals, they are committed to assisting clients in their journey to parenthood.

    As a result of rapid expansion and focus on providing quality services, career opportunities exist for high performing professionals that can contribute in rapidly growing organization.

    Anadach Consulting has been engaged to assist in sourcing and selecting Senior Medical Officers with experience or special interest in reproductive healthcare.

    Job title: Senior Medical Officers

    Job Code: (AC 019)

    Location: Lagos

    Responsibility

    • To provide quality healthcare services in a reproductive healthcare clinic.

    Requirements

    • Candidate must possess MBBS with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience and experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
    • Keen interest in Reproductive Endocrinology and willingness to learn about IVF and other treatment options for infertility in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols in an independent clinic.
    • Candidate must possess current practicing license.
    • International experience with high quality health systems is desirable
    • At  least 5 years healthcare experience and/or special interest in Reproductive Endocrinology

    Application Closing Date
    10th November, 2013

    Method of Application
    Interested  and qualified candidates should send a cover letter and a CV quoting reference no to: tamune@anadach.com immediately. Candidates will be assessed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Further enquiries should be sent to: tamune@anadach.com

  • Questions you shouldn’t ask in an interview

    Questions you shouldn’t ask in an interview

    Picking the best for any position in an organization isn’t an easy ride. It takes series of pruning and probing to pick the most suitable candidate for that plum job.

    As a prospective candidate for the job, there are dos and don’ts of an interview. In as much as it is expedient for an interview to be conversational, there abound some no go areas.

    For you to get the next job below are six (6) questions you must not ask:

    What time would I have to arrive in the morning?
    Not only is this like admitting that you’re punctually challenged, it shows your future boss that you’re more interested in your daily schedule than the actual work. Stay away from questions about logistics. This also applies to “How long is lunch?”

    Try instead, “What’s an average day like?” You’ll likely wind up with more than enough information about hours and lunch perks.

    How long has this company been around?
    The cardinal rule being broken here: Never ask a question you could easily answer with a Google search. That includes everything from “Who’s the CEO?” to “Where are corporate headquarters?” to “What’s the most popular product you sell?” These types of questions make you seem unprepared, which for an employer is a red flag. Do the research before you come in, and while you’re learning about the company, look for questions that can showcase your preparedness.

    Instead try something like, “What kind of changes have you seen since [name] took over in June?”

    On average, how quickly do people get promoted?

    This signals that you’re ambitious, and that’s a desirable quality. But this question at a job interview can sound yucky and opportunistic. You want to show you’re perfect for the job you’re applying for, not the job three rungs up the ladder (even if you’re sure you could handle that one, too).

    Try instead, “What kind of opportunities are there for growth in this company?”

    Do you do background checks?

    Think of applying for a job as playing a video game: You must complete one level at a time until you attain the goal. In other words, cross each bridge as you come to it.

    If you have something on public record that you don’t want an employer to know about (and if you’re asking this question, you obviously do), cross that bridge when you must, and no sooner. If you’re lucky, the employer doesn’t do background checks, and you’re in the clear. If the company does, simply tell them what happened up-front, with whatever explanations are necessary, and give the go-ahead to run your background.

    What’s the salary?
    This one is tempting. Of course you want to know what how much you’d make — what if the salary is so small you couldn’t take the job even if it were offered? But this is a question for HR, preferably after you’ve been offered the position, not the interview. Again, the focus of the interview should be related to the work: Your background, the skills you’re bringing to the table, and what sets you apart from other candidates.

    Forget trying to get this information entirely, and instead ask something that shows how interested you are in the work. Career advisors recommend, “What does ‘success’ look like for this position?”

    Did I get the job?
    On a dinner date, you wouldn’t ask for a kiss right after you finish the appetizer — so don’t ask to close the deal with a potential employer moments after she’s met you. It’s too eager, and that’s a turnoff.

    Instead, thank her for the opportunity and say, “I’ll follow up next week.”

     

    Culled from the week 

  • Jobs of the day

    1. Integrated Catering Company Limited, owner of the brand name The promise, is a leading Nigerian Fast Food brand endorsed by international Franchise Association (IFA).
    The company is currently consolidating a strategic surge in business expansion and required the services of qualified persons with track records to fill emerging strategic positions in the south-south states of Nigeria.

    JOB TITLE & EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENT

    1.Outlets Managers:

    •B.SC/HND in catering and Hotel Management/nutrition/Food Technology or in business Administration, Marketing and related discipline.

    • Minimum of three years Experience in a similar Capacity of managing and growing an outlet(Unit) with track record of performance.

    • Must possess Exceptional Leadership quality and commitment to aspire a work force to deliver satisfactory result.

    2. Assistant Managers:
    • A good Degree (HND/B.sc) in accounting from a reputable institution.

    • Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position preferably in FMCG or catering industry.

    • Professional qualification in part or full would be an added advantage.

    3. Quality Control/HSE Officers:

    • A good Degree (HND/B.sc) in Food Technology/Catering and Hotel Management, Nutrition, Microbiology, Industrial Chemistry or Agriculture.

    • Professional Qualification will be an added advantage.

    • Experience in performance of quality and safety task in a production setting is essential.

    4. Store Keepers/Store Officers:

    • A good grade (HND/B.sc) in store/Inventory MAnagement, Warehousing, Purchasing/Supplying, Accounting or related discipline.

    • Store/Material Warehousing task experience is essential.

    5. Customer Care personnel:

    • (A) A good Degree (HND/B.sc) in any discipline from a reputable institution, coupled with unque selling skill;

    • (B) ND holders with proven skill, good understanding of surpassing customer need;

    • (C) School Certificate (WASSCE or its equivalent), holders with selling skill and positive customer care attitude;

    • Experience in similar position is an added advantage.

    6. Management Trainees ( Fresh Graduates, without previous working experience):

    • A good Degree (HND/B.sc) in any of the following discipline: Food Technology, Catering and Hotel Management, Nutrition, Microbiology, Industrial Chemistry, Agriculture, Accounting, Management, Business Administration or any related discipline.

     

    2. NIMR Consult is a subsidiary of the Nigerian Institute of Medicine Research (NIMR), Yaba, Lagos, the nation’s foremost institute Medical Research. The Consult is positioned as the business arm of Institute to initiate and procure projects for implementation on a competitive market basis.
    Vacancy exists for the post of the CONSULT MANAGER
    This position is for a high flyer and the equivalent of a Deputy- Director in the Federal Public Service.
    Educational requirement:
    The candidate must be science based, and have an MBA/ or its equivalent and also a robust experience in project design and management.
    The candidate must be computer literate with good writing and analytical skills, excellent interpersonal skill and should have some measure of entrepreneurial training and experience.
    Experience:
    The candidate must have at least 15 years post- graduation experience.
    Only qualified candidates will be further contacted.
    Method of Application:
    Interested candidates are requested to submit 10 copies typewritten, detailed VC and copies of relevant credentials. The applicants must include the names and addresses of three referees who shall be requested by the candidates to send reference report under separate confidential cover to the Director- General.
    Closing date:
    Applications with supporting documents should be addressed to:
    The Director- General,
    Nigerian Institute of Medical Research,
    6, Edmund Crescent, Off Murtala Mohammed Way,
    P.M.B. 2013, Yaba – Lagos.
    The applications should reach him not later than two weeks from the date of this publication. Candidates are kindly requested to state their telephone/ GSM numbers and e- mail addresses.
    Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for subsequent interaction.

     

  • ‘How we’re creating jobs from trash’

    ‘How we’re creating jobs from trash’

     Bilikiss Adebiyi-Abiola, is CEO of Wecyclers, a social enterprise that uses low-cost cargo bicycles to offer household recycling service in neighbourhoods around Lagos. Recently nominated as a finalist for the 2013 International Cartier Awards Initiative for Women, Adebiyi-Abiola spoke on her project with Hannah Ojo

     

    YOU have described Wecyclers as an initiative geared towards social entrepreneurship, how many people have you touched?

    So far we have provided employment to different people; the cyclers, the guys at the site. We have eight of them. They are usually young men between the ages of 18 and 30. We also have women who work in our sorting centres. In each community, we have a center where we park the bicycles and aggregate the materials that we collect. We have women who work there and separate the bottles, the sachets and other waste materials and put them in separate places, because every material that we collect is a commodity for sale. We have been able to create employment for eight people and in total we have 16 employees. We have 3,400 subscribers. Our subscribers are households and we have about 18,000 people that we are directly in relationship with.

    Who do you sell these commodities to?

    Mainly we sell to recyclers who would use them to make new products. People make things like carpets, mattress filings, pillow fillings and other things. So far we have collected over 100 tons of material since we started operating and by the end of this year, we plan to have 40 cargo bicycles. So that is going to be over 40 jobs created.

    Do you work with the guys at the rubbish dump?

    The waste material at the point of generation which is the household level has a higher value before it gets mixed with the other materials and becomes waste. So we work at the household level. We are looking at working with people at the rubbish dump because that is where we are trying to get to at the end. We want to be able to work with the wheel pusher’s association. We want to work with them in a way to generate employment for them. Once we get some more traction, we definitely want to engage with them.

    How does your collaboration with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) work?

    LAWMA comes in as a platform that makes regulations and also empowers small business to come in and do wheel and recycling collection. LAWMA gives us a license authorising us to collect the refuse materials. They also regulate us and help by providing access to their sites and also provide us with other forms of support. They also help us with networking because as an agency of Lagos State, they have a lot of connections. So we are very grateful to LAWMA because they have been of immense help since we started.

    How do you bring gender equality to bear here; do women ride the cargo bikes?

    I will love to see women riding those bicycles. But being a woman myself, I wouldn’t want to see any of the women hurt. Those bicycle rides can take about 50 to 100 kilogram, but if we have a woman that can do it, we would definitely encourage them. Usually they want to sort. I am particularly proud of one of them who supervises our hub. We have these community places where we park our bikes and they are run by supervisors. Our most successful supervisor is a woman. She manages the bicycles and the people who work under her.

    Tell us of the early challenges as you started out?

    It has been really tough; we have had a lot of challenges. Initially, one of toughest challenges was building the wecyles, because we didn’t even know what it will look like. We just knew we wanted a bicycle and it was hard. When we were working on this project, we were in the US for some time and we were doing a lot of competitions and getting feedbacks. People over there did not really understand what we were talking about because they are used to the way it works in their country and they don’t understand what we are facing here in Nigeria. But when we got here, we got a lot of support from people. It was the difference that took us to this level. We would never have gotten here without our supporters. Absolutely!

    Where are the locations where you carry out operations in Lagos?

    At the moment we work in Itire in Surulere and Oyingbo near Ebute-Meta. We focus now on low income neighborhoods because they have the need. They need people to come in and help them to clean their environment. We have heard people say that after we’ve come in, they have seen reduced cases of flooding. We work with LAWMA, so we sit down and we figure out where we are going to go next.

    What is the cost of a wecycle-as the cargo bikes are called and how do you intend to build more taking cognisance of the population of Lagos?

    It costs about N125, 000 to build one wecycle. Companies can contribute to build one. We have had GSK and Coca-Cola helping out with sponsorship. We are considering reaching out to more companies in order to be able to expand our reach to more neigbourhoods.

    How do you certify that these bikes are fit to be on the road?

    We work with MIT’s bicycles department, where you have a lot of experts around. They came in to Nigeria last year and they worked with us to build these bicycles and it is based on world standards. We copied what is done in India. If you go to India, you will see these bicycles there. The reason why we chose this was because the neigbourhoods we are working with are densely populated and the roads are tight, so we want a rugged bicycle that can work there. It is also good for the environment because people will not have to inhale fumes. Within a small radius, we can be successful with it but when you look at long distance, we are definitely going to look at using other means of transportation. But the main one will be our bicycles.

    What measures have you put in place to ensure that your sorters and riders are protected and do not contact the diseases you are trying to prevent?

    As a startup, we just wanted to start; but now we are looking back, taking a step back and saying ‘how can we do this right?’ We are doing it but it is going to be a slow process. At the least, they have to have their gloves, face masks; aprons and they have to wash their hands.

    Assuming Lagos State gets it right and clear our rubbish as they should, where will Wecyclers be?

    We think that there is a space for us in Lagos State because the most pressing issue for them is landfill. The landfill is going to be full very soon and Lagos is the smallest state. There is nowhere to put the trash, so they need to have a place to direct this trash. We think that we are going to provide them with a way to divert at least 20 percent of the trash that is generated in Lagos away from the landfill. We see ourselves as actually working with Lagos State to do this collection hopefully.

    What is your take on leisure and fashion?

    I am big on fashion. On leisure, I like reading books and spending time with my kids.

    Tell us about some of the awards you have won?

    Our efforts at cleaning the environment have been recognised both in Nigeria and globally. I have been privileged to get fellowship and awards such as the MIT Dlab Scaleups Fellowship, the Echoing Green Fellowship, finalist for the 2013 Future Awards and finalist for the 2013 Cartier Women’s Initiative awards.

  • Jobs: SMEs to the rescue

    With a projected five million jobs in 2015 under the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the Federal Government is set to tackle graduate unemployment. TOBA AGBOOLA reports.

     

     

     

    For the many graduates leaving school every year, there is good news from the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Olusegun Aganga and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN).

    They may not all have to pound the streets in search of jobs as five million jobs will be created under the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) before 2015.

    Aganga said to create jobs for youths, particularly graduates, the Federal Government has adopted some measures through the SMEs, with no fewer than 4000 Corps members trained in SMEs. The measure, he said, is meant to make the NYSC members self-reliant and become employers through entrepreneurial engagements after completing their one year compulsory service.

    Records showed the impressive impacts of SMEs on the economic performance index. For instance, the SME sector is said to have employed more than 31 million people, thereby significantly contributing 46.54 per cent to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

    According to information from the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, the population of youths is put at about 67 million. Of this number, about 30 million, representing 46 per cent, is said to be unemployed. The report showed that of the number seeking paid jobs, the number of those with certificates outweighs the number of those who have no certificates.

    There are two variants of the National Youth Service Corpos (NYSC)/SMEs concept. One involves the government taking the entrepreneurial campaign to the universities nationwide by establishing ‘’Enterprise Centres’’.

    The idea, Aganga explained, is to make the students entrepreneurs instead of job seekers when they graduate. The other is a SMEDAN programme called ‘’One Local Government, One Product (OLOP)’’, which entails taking the programme to the rural communities. Some local governments have been selected for the pilot scheme.

    Aganga told The Nation that the government is set to crash the cost of accessing funds for the intending entrepreneurs.

    “With the Presidential directive that the Bank of Industry (BoI), which lends at single digit interest rate, be recapitalised, many more SMEs will be able to access cheap funds at minimal costs when the cost-reduction process is completed,” he said.

    He said all over the world, SMEs empowerment has become the main economic growth strategy, considering the high employment generation capacity of SMEs, adding that with about 17 million SMEs in Nigeria, the creation of five million jobs was very possible.

    “Recent data provided by SMEDAN and the National Bureau of Statistics, put the number of MSMEs in Nigeria at 17,284,671, with total employment put at 32,414,884. If each of these SMEs is empowered to create one job each, that makes about 17 million jobs. If 50 per cent of this figure create one job each, that means 8.5 million jobs will be created.

    He said if a quarter of the total is empowered, and they create one job each, over four million jobs will be created.

    Aganga said the figure could go up, adding that he has directed the parastatals to work out a job creation profile around the model, so it can serve as a key performance index for the country. “Our job is to put structures in place to make it happen,” he said.

    While encouraging more entrepreneurs to come up with ideas that could create quality jobs and enhance inclusive economic growth, he said the Federal Government is committed to providing the enabling environment for businesses to thrive.

    He stressed that all the factors needed for profitable and sustainable business were abundant in Nigeria, citing market and raw materials as critical success factors of business/investment.

    SMEDAN’s Alhaji Bature Masari says the agency is set to create five million jobs through SMEs before 2015, adding that the agency had mapped out strategies to achieve the goal.

    Masari said the strategies include the implementation of the National Enterprise Development Programme (NEDEP) and OLOP scheme across the federation.

    He added that NEDEP was developed with the objective of harnessing the opportunities in the MSME sector to drive inclusive economic growth through skills training and development, job creation and wealth generation.

    “Our objective is that within the few years of implementing NEDEP and other programmes to be initiated, we will generate an estimated five million direct and indirect jobs,’’ he said.

    Masari said the agency would work with BoI and the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) on MSMEs development, skills training and acquisition as well as business services development.

    “Part of our strategy is to create new clusters of businesses based on competitive and comparative advantages already identified through the OLOP initiative and raw materials mapping in the 774 Local Governments,” he added.

    He said the government would set up an SME Council, comprising the federal, state and local governments to streamline and harmonise all SMEs development activities across the country to achieve maximum impact.

    ”If we are going to develop our economy and turn our quantity advantage into productive advantage, one of the most important sectors that we have to focus on is the MSME sector.”

    Masari said the development of the sector would help in job and wealth creation, and address the problem of unemployment and youth restiveness in the country.

    He said the government was restructuring the organisation to achieve its mandate and added that SMEDAN had just opened new offices in 11 states.

    Also, with the introduction of the over-the-counter (OTC) market by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), two weeks ago, SMEs seeking long-term funds no longer have to fear.

    OTC is a decentralised market of securities not listed on an exchange, where operators trade over the telephone or electronic network, instead of a physical trading floor, or central exchange. The OTC is designed to provide a platform for the companies to access funds from the market.

    The Managing Director, NASD, Bola Ajomale, said the initiative means a lot to the SMEs.

    “Though the market is meant for any firm with signs of growth and good corporate governance, prominence is given to SMEs because they are the bedrock of any economy and not the blue chips. It will go a long way in providing funds for them to grow their business and enhance their potential,” he said.

    According to Ajomale, all that an interested company needs to do is to apply to raise funds through an initial public offer (IPO), before it is admitted as a security for trading on the platform through any of the 40 stockbrokers that have been registered by Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the apex regulator of the market and NASD.

    But it does not end there. SEC and NASD will conduct a thorough check on the security to verify the growth and corporate governance status of the company to determine whether it is good for the consumption of the public.

    “We are encouraging small companies that want to get bigger, and by having this market in place, it means we are giving them a place to grow,” he stated.

  • ‘427,294 new jobs created in 2012’

    NO fewer than 427,294 new jobs were created in the third quarter of last year, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said.

    In a survey by NBS, which was signed by the Statistician-General of the Federation, Dr. Yemi Kale, the Bureau said the need to fill a position vacated by an ex-employee recorded the highest percentage of those employed with 29.9 per cent.

    The report added that 56,528 employees exited from various businesses in the third quarter of last year with most of them from the clerical cadre.

    NBS noted in the report that the informal sector, with 240,349 fresh new jobs, generated the highest employment within the period under review.

    The 240,349 figure, it noted accounted for 55.25 per cent of the total number of jobs created in the period.

    There are over 17 million enterprises in the informal sector, according to the report.

    The formal sector, with 164,293 jobs represents 38.45 per cent; and the public sector, with 22,642, or 5.3 per cent, followed in that order.

    “During the third quarter of 2012, 240,359 jobs are estimated to have been created in the informal sector, representing 55.25 per cent, followed by the formal sector with 164,293 jobs representing 38.45 per cent, and the public sector was 22,642, which is about 5.3 per cent.

    “The total estimated number of jobs created in the economy for the third quarter of 2012 came to 427,294,” the report added.

    It also showed that the government remained the major employer having a total number of 612,197 employees.

    Of this figure, it said 400,377 or 65.4 per cent were males, while the remaining 211,820 or 34.6 per cent were females.

    The report added: “The total number of jobs created in public institutions was estimated to be 22,642 in the third quarter of 2012.

    “Of these, 65.3 per cent were males. Academic institutions had the highest number of jobs created, taking 40 per cent of the total number.

    “This was followed by the state parastatals with 32.2 per cent. Federal ministries had the least number with 0.33 per cent.”

    It stated that people within the age bracket of 15 to 35 years constituted the bulk of people employed by the jobs created in the quarter with 72.8 per cent, while the remaining 26.6 per cent represented age group 36 to 59 years.

    The age group of 60 and above, it added, recorded 0.6 per cent of the total number of new employee.