| New Jobs Vacancies, Every Day! // via fulltextrssfeed.com | Massive Graduate Management Trainee Program at Reckitt Benckiser Nigeria | | The Reckitt Benckiser Nigeria Management Trainee Program is designed to intake fresh graduates and develop them as leaders for the future in the Marketing, Sales and SupplyChain functions.The program stretches over a period of one year in which selected graduates will be rotated in various technical job functions. The assignments are about real responsibility and real results, while creating an environment where Graduates develop through practical learning and coaching from senior managers. Selected graduates will initially be based at our office / factory site in Lagos & Agbara. The Program is designed to develop future leaders from entry level positions and moving them to senior leadership in a period of 10 - 12 years. It supports our aim to grow a large percentage of tomorrow's top management from within the company. It also provides a continuous stream of talent, able to make an impact at all levels of the organisation as the careers of the individual's develop. It is a structured program that puts graduates in the spotlight from Day 1. We offer distinctive development assignments each of which has specific on-the-job "learnings", which are combined with formal training courses. Each graduate will have exposure of working in Sales, Marketing, the factory site, finance & and with the regulatory affairs Team. Withn-going evaluation of progress at various intervals, the graduate completes a standard assessment process with their line manager and is put on a mentoring program. After a successful year of traineeship, Graduates would take on roles at RB Nigeria. Management Trainees-LAG002 Qualifications:
· A minimum of B.Sc. degree (minimum of second class Upper) in one of the following fields: Business & Social Sciences, Pharmacy, Biological sciences or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, and Production)
· Fresh graduate with 2years experience
· Possess a creative and analytical mindApplicants for these positions will be expected to demonstrate competence in the following areas:
- Problem Solving (analytical)
- Resilience & Proactivity
- Influencing
- Planning & Organising
- Achievement, Entrepreneurship, Team spirit & Ownership
- Leadership . Additionally candidates should exhibit:
- Excellent verbal & communication skills
- Confidence & maturity
- Passion to understand consumer products and the FMCG marketplace . RB is a global business, candidates must be open to relocate internationally for career development and learning across different countries
. The business language in RB is English, therefore fluency in English is essential and fluency in other languages is advantageous
. Flexible to travel on short business assignments Method of Application
Interested applicants should Click here to apply online.
Deadline: 10 January, 2014  |
| Massive Graduate Recruitment at C&F Porter Novelli | | C&F Porter Novelli is the trusted business advisor and leader in strategic communications in West Africa. We combine our in-depth understanding of the Nigerian and other West African markets, with 360? strategic communication skills and a commitment to standards of excellence to influence those that matter most to our clients. The result is strong reputational capital that delivers measurable and competitive business result for our client through transparent actions.We are always on the lookout for the best and brightest talent. Interested in working with C&F Porter Novelli? Check the following vacancies below: 1. Senior Account Executive & Assistant Manager We are currently recruiting suitable personnel to fill the positions of a Senior Account Executive and an Assistant Manager. Qualified personnel must hold a Degree in Mass Communication or in any other Discipline. The person must be between the age 25 - 35 years, with 2-3 years work experience in Public Relations Firm or Marketing Communications Industry. Suitable personnel must possess the following: Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; ability to write effective press releases and reports; business presentation skills; ability to effectively organise and manage multiple projects; strong understanding of public relations and tactics including media relations; knowledge of integrating research and creative concepts into account activity; ability to develop and manage timelines. The candidate must be team-oriented and self motivated, able to work with others and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. 2. Planning & Research Personnel Applications are invited from interested personnel to fill the position of a Senior Account Executive Planning & Research. Suitable personnel must possess the following: Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; ability to write reports; business presentation skills; ability to effectively organise and manage multiple projects; good understanding of marketing communications industry; knowledge of integrating research and creative concepts into account activity; ability to manage timelines. The candidate must be team-oriented and self motivated, able to work with others and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. 3. Photographer - project work We are currently recruiting photographers to support our clients' work. Suitable applicants will have experience shooting news photography and are available on short notice for short-term projects. The position is on an as-needed project basis, typically lasting one day and travel may be required. Interested applicants should send a CV with a link to an online portfolio to media@candf.com.ng. Please note, no photo attachments will be accepted. |
| Vacancies At Etisalat | | Etisalat's vision is a world where people's reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.Account Manager-Corporate Sector (Financial Services) Job Summary - Assist in the achievement of defined corporate sales target in assigned sector (Financial Services) and maintain relationships with existing customers
- Adhere to periodic sales plan for assigned sector
- Manage/ maintain assigned corporate accounts while ensuring acquisition of new customers and overall achievement of assigned sales targets
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales records/ documentation for assigned sector including prospect sheets, customer database and funnel analyses
- Possess detailed technical knowledge of specifications and usage of Etisalat Nigeria's product spectrum
- Identify new sales prospects (in assigned sector) and develop periodic prospect lists to facilitate customer sourcing for the attention of the Manager-Corporate Sector (Financial Services)
- Ensure sales administrators in assigned sector consistently adhere to standard customer service policies in their interactions with assigned customers
- Process customer orders and follow up with Distribution personnel to ensure prompt product delivery in line with organizational policies
- Log and address customer complaints, escalate appropriate issues, and follow up with relevant personnel to ensure proper resolution
- Liaise with relevant unit/ team/ function in carrying out all relevant activities
- Attend team/ divisional/ departmental meetings as required and assist in the preparation of relevant presentations and proposals
- Provide guidance and manage the performance of subordinates
- Prepare/ compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Manager-Corporate Sector (Financial Services)
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager-Corporate Sector (Financial Services) Principal Functions
Educational Requirements: - First degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
Experience, Skills and Competencies: - Between three (3) and five (5) years directly relevant post-NYSC work experience selling to major corporates, preferably within the telecoms business environment
- Ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate solid sectoral knowledge
Method of Application Click Here to apply, When the page opens, click on NEW JOBS (LAST 7 DAYS)
Deadline: 7 January, 2014 |
| Jobs At Qatar Airways | | Welcome to a world where ambitions fly high. From experienced pilots to dynamic professionals embarking on new careers, Qatar Airways is searching for talented individuals to join our award-winning team. We take pride in our people-a dynamic and culturally diverse workforce is essential to why we are one of the finest and fastest growing airlines in the world.
We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages and Doha based employees receive a range of allowances and enjoy a tax-free income.Airport Services Manager QR4326 About Your Job:
In this role you will ensure that Airport Operations in all areas run smoothly, in a cost effective manner, and conform to safety and security requirements. Essential to this role is ensuring that customers are provided with the Qatar Airways 5 Star service promise, thus creating a competitive advantage for Qatar Airways in all ground products and services. You will champion the Qatar Airways customer, employees, our contractors and our Airline in all phases of the airport operation to provide a safe, professional and on time operation that exceeds the internal and external customer expectations and attains the 5 star on the Ground service promise. Responsible for training and resource planning you will recommend staffing levels, plan and implement working schedules, implement necessary controls and ensure compliance with labour laws. You will handle irregular operations at minimum cost whilst ensuring an impeccable level of customer service and ensure operations are within budget. You will monitor all airport use agreements, rental agreements and third party service providers.About You:
To join our 5 star team in this role you will need a to have a Bachelors Degree or equivalent with at least 3 years experience as an airport manager with a major airline. You will have a minimum of 5 years experience within an airline, customer service environment or GHA operations environment including varying supervisory and management roles. Extensive overall knowledge of all areas of airport operations is required. Fluency in English is essential. Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume / CV
2. Passport-size photograph
3. Education Certificate
4. Passport Copy
5. No Objection Certificate for Internal Candidates (External candidate to attach a blank file) Senior Sales Executive QR3983 About Your Job:
As Senior Sales Executive you will work against targeted sales goals to source potential new revenue opportunities, focusing on high yield opportunities, whilst protecting and maximising existing business.You will create maximum awareness of Qatar Airways services, including introduction of new destinations and special fares. Keeps abreast of what is happening in the market and provides management with relevant intelligence. You will plan and stratagise selling activities as well as representing Qatar Airways at trade events. You will be responsible for exceeding your assigned revenue target by effectively managing both Trade and Corporate accounts in a strategic way. In addition, you will supervise, guide and mentor sales executives in the team. You will be responsible to update trade and corporate houses on Qatar Airways activities, effectively manage selected accounts and key customers, plan sales calls, submit monthly sales calls plans and a weekly sales report. Additionally you will build strong relationships with the travel industry, Ministries, Government Houses, Clubs, Schools, Embassies & Commercial Houses to acquire sales and lead awareness of Qatar Airways products. You will be required to represent Qatar airways at all Trade events deemed to be in the companies interest and will carry out training product seminars for corporate accounts and TMC's as well as accompanying Familiarisation trips.About You:
You will be enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about selling.You will hold a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in airlines in a developed and competitive market with at least five years overall
job-related experience. Sales and management experience is essential. Comprehensive, up to date product knowledge is also required with familiarity of local market practices an advantage. You will have excellent English communication skills at all levels and be computer literate with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office. The ability to motivate team members and work as an individual or alongside others is also important. Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume / CV
2. Passport-size photograph
3. Copy of highest educational qualification
4. Passport Copy Method of Application Interested applicants should click on preferred job placements to apply online.
Deadline: 31 January, 2014 |
| Jobs At BBC Media Action | | BBC Media Action uses media and communications to reduce poverty and promote human rights in developing countries. To achieve this, it partners with civil society, local media and governments to:. Produce creative programmes in multi-media formats which inform and engage audiences around key development issues.
. Strengthen the media sector through building professional capacity and infrastructure. BBC Media Action promotes development and human rights through three main thematic areas of health, governance and rights, and humanitarian and emergency preparedness. BBC Media Action in Nigeria At present, BBC Media Action in Nigeria has several multi-year projects addressing issues of health and governance through different outputs including factual and drama. We will be looking to develop new projects in 2013-14. We require a dynamic manager with a highly developed understanding of media and development together with solid multiplatform production experience to lead us into the next phase of our country programme. Executive Director, Nigeria Job Description
Title: Executive Editor, Nigeria
Department: BBC Media Action
Reports To: Country Director, Nigeria
Based: Abuja, Nigeria
Duration: 12 month FTC, (possibility for extension)JOB PURPOSE
This is a senior management team role, reporting directly to the Country Director, responsible for delivering our media outputs in Nigeria. The Executive Editor will use her/his extensive experience of management, programme production and editorial expertise to oversee all radio, television, digital and mobile output. The post holder will ensure systems are in place to support all aspects of production, supporting every stage of project design from inception to post-production, and ensuring timely delivery to partner stations. Building the capacity of national staff members within the team will be a large part of this job, as is building collaboration that stretches across departments to deliver the most creative outputs possible. She/he must help ensure that innovation and creativity lie at the heart of all our media outputs while ensuring continuity and consistency across a range of platforms. Developing and monitoring our long term vision for our outputs that puts them at the heart of our projects is a key responsibility, to keep us current in a rapidly evolving media market. MAIN DUTIES
1. To provide leadership of the production team in Nigeria, with overall responsibilities for editorial decision-making, production processes, budgets, equipment, and outputs.
2. Take overall responsibility for delivery and sign-off of all media outputs of BBC Media Action Nigeria, ensuring editorial integrity and timeliness and raising and maintaining editorial and technical quality across all programme content for radio, social, and other platforms as relevant.
3. Develop systems and organise regular editorial and management meetings to guarantee that Production Department resources are being strategically allocated, scheduled, and shared between different Production Department teams and programmes.
4. Manage heads of different production teams to coordinate and creatively influence concept development and planning for existing outputs and new productions.
5. Working with heads of different production teams, take responsibility for effectively identifying, recruiting, and retaining media talent (both staff and freelancers).
6. Working with senior members of the project management department, ensure all production staff understand the goals of each of our projects and produce all media outputs to align with project objectives.
7. Support professional development of all staff, including strengthening creativity, technical skills and editorial decision-making of the BBC Media Action production
teams to deliver outstanding content.
8. Ensure teams fully comply with BBC Editorial guidelines and values. Work with the Country Director to manage any editorial issues that may arise.
9. Ensure that all production complies with BBC Media Action's finance and administration guidelines, and upholds our project donor requirements on finance and administration. This will include supporting the Production teams to manage their budgets efficiently and effectively. Observe and manage BBC Production and contractual guidelines and make sure they are fully understood by other team members, contractors and consultants.
10. Participate actively in BBC Media Action Nigeria's country senior management team, and ensure that maximum collaboration is fostered across all departments with the results that our impact in Nigeria is realized on the ground.
11. Along with members of the senior management team and the Country Director, ensure that BBC Health and Safety guidelines are observed on all productions, staff are trained and briefed to manage risk in a highly challenging environment, and support is provided to others to take appropriate measures to minimize exposure to perceived risks. Advise and support the Country Director and senior staff to manage risk related to production on all the projects.
12. Build and maintain relationships with media partners, donors, and other stakeholders in Nigeria to represent and enhance the work of BBC Media Action. Skills, knowledge and experience requirements: Essential:
. Experience of managing teams to deliver multiple radio outputs to tight time frames and setting up systems for scheduling and coordinating the allocation of production resources.
. Evidence of experience and skill in using radio and/or other media platforms (TV, digital, mobile, etc.) to address developmental issues - governance, health, resilience.
. Demonstrable creative ability, with a proven track-record in designing, developing and making media programmes.
. Experience of project planning, with proven experience of successful project management against tight deadlines; Considerable production budget management experience of over £1 Million annually.
. Experience of designing or commissioning training and learning for production teams.
. Experience working closely with external partners, and/or building, maintaining, and influencing high level external relationships.
. Excellent interpersonal leadership and people management skills. Experience of leading and managing talent and production teams, as well as managing diverse teams.
. Ability to demonstrate strong editorial judgment and uphold good journalistic practice and principles.
. Experience of developing written plans and reports for internal and external audiences.
. Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written).
. Demonstrated interest in Nigeria and in Africa.
Desirable:
. Experience of working in a developing country context, preferably in Africa;
. Knowledge of BBC editorial values, aims and objectives, and an ability to apply these to media development projects.
. Extensive experience in making programmes for addressing developmental issues will be an advantage;
. Understanding of the principles of behaviour /social change communication;
. Experience of overseeing a multi-media production project especially using mobile technology
. Working and managing production security in a high risk context. Key Competencies
The following competencies (behaviours and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.
. Editorial Judgement - demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC editorial guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary.
. Managing relationships - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team. Values individual's differences and demonstrates a commitment to knowledge sharing and informal learning, for the benefit of the team.
. Creative Leadership - Ability to lead a diverse production team, identify and nurture talent, and inspire others to realize an identified vision.
. Planning and Organization - Able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others; planning of activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources requirements.
. Developing Others - able to recognise potential (managerial, professional, artistic or otherwise) and is willing to foster the development of that potential. Creates a climate in which potential can be realised.
. Decision Making - Is ready and able to take the initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of the decision made.
. Strategic thinking - Able to identify a vision and create plans for implementation of that vision to meet the end goal. Evaluates situations, decisions, and issues in the short, medium and long-term
. Analytical Thinking - Able to simplify complex problems, processes or projects into component parts, explore and evaluate them systematically. Able to identify causal relationships, and construct frameworks for problem solving and/or development.
. Change Management - Able to understand and anticipate the need for change and to build frameworks for planning and managing the continuous process of change. Method of Application
Interested applicants should click here to apply online.
Deadline: 15 January, 2014 |
| Current Jobs At IITA | | The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of AgriculturalEconomist.
IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our R4D approach is anchored on the development needs of tropical nations. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate 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. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA. Agricultural Economist Responsibilities:- Develop and implement an operational plan for tracking IITA's contribution to poverty reduction and other development outcomes with a detailed description of target technologies and institutional and policy innovations, geographic coverage, data requirements, methods and timing of data collection and analysis, and budgets;
- Build on existing qualitative and quantitative impact evaluation methods and develop extended approaches for aggregating producer and consumer benefits and quantifying the aggregate poverty impacts (i.e. number of poor moved out of poverty) of technological, institutional and policy innovations in a manner that goes beyond establishing causality and estimating average effects including methods for combining household data with general equilibrium models;
- Undertake and coordinate adoption and impact evaluation studies aimed at quantifying the aggregate effects of IITA interventions on poverty reduction and sustainable natural resources management;
- Develop and operationalize a mechanism for gathering and archiving critical feedback information and on-farm experimental data and participatory evaluation of institutional and policy interventions from IITA staff and partners involved in agricultural innovations development, dissemination and scaling out and scaling up;
- Establish a mechanism for providing feedback to M&E and IITA management;
- Publish research findings and contribute to dissemination of research results and development outcomes to stakeholders;
- Contribute to capacity strengthening of national partners; and
- Participate actively in annual review and planning meetings, resource mobilization, and contribute to strategic research planning.
Educational Qualifications:- PhD in agricultural economics, economics, or development economics from a highly recognized university.
Core Competencies:- Demonstrated postdoctoral experience with impact evaluation of agricultural technologies, institutions and policies on food and nutrition security and poverty reduction;
- Extensive knowledge of econometric modeling methods and software (e.g. STATA, GAMS, etc.) as well as geospatial analysis tools (e.g. GIS) for impact studies at micro and macro levels;
- Extensive knowledge of data collection tools and analytical methods for poverty measurement in an African setting and the ability to handle large panel datasets;
- Demonstrated experience with large-scale technology adoption as well as living standard measurement surveys;
- Demonstrated ability to write and publish journal articles;
- Excellent spoken and written English (knowledge of French is an added advantage); and
- Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural environment.
- General information: The contract will be for an initial period of two years with possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funding. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Method of ApplicationDuty Station: The position will be based at the IITA Regional Hub for Eastern Africa in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, but will involve extensive travel within and outside Africa.Applications: The applications should include a covering letter summarizing the applicant's qualifications and experience relevant for this position, a complete curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three referees knowledgeable about his/her professional qualifications and work experience. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/irs-online-application Closing Date: 17th January 2014 or until a suitable candidate is found. IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates. Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. |
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