| New Jobs Vacancies, Every Day! // via fulltextrssfeed.com | Customer Care Officers at Finca International | | FINCA is recruiting for highly-motivated and customer-service oriented Customer Care Officers who thrive in dynamic environments to be part of the pioneer team for FINCA's regulated microfinance bank start-up in Owerri, Nigeria. Customer Care Officers reports to the Banking Services Supervisor at the branch level and are responsible for ensuring a quality customer experience, receiving and opening accounts for clients into the banking hall and implementing the front office administrative activities. Essential Duties: - Provide excellent customer service to all current and prospective client, even among peak hours - Cross-sell products and services to current and prospective clients in the branch and during marketing sales drives - Provide product and account information to clients - Identify and escalate service improvement opportunities through client interaction and feedback and ensure successful resolution of customer requests or concerns - Recommend prospective clients to AROs and Savings Representatives for initial processing - Ensure timely, compliant and customer-friendly account-opening and contract signing processes and assist clients with documentation as needed; provide support on account opening in the branch and in the field Qualifications and Experience: - HND or BSC level of education - Minimum 3 years of experience, preferably in banking or retail services - Basic mathematics, business acumen and analytical skills - Proficiency in Computer Applications Excel /Microsoft Office and data entry skills - Fluency in English required, Igbo or other local language skills strongly desirable. Candidate Profile: - Oriented towards high-quality and friendly customer-service standards - Ability to anticipate, understand and respond to customer needs and an effectively communicate benefits of FINCA's products and services - Willingness to relocate to Owerri, Nigeria - Highly attentive to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills - Strong fit to FINCA's desired corporate culture and values, and is committed to furthering FINCA's mission and vision. In particular, must demonstrate a commitment to transparency and integrity - Understands the needs of a start-up, with willingness and ability to perform duties beyond the scope of work Method of Application  |
| Tellers at Finca International | | FINCA is recruiting for highly-motivated and customer-service oriented Tellers to be part of the pioneer team for FINCA's regulated microfinance bank start-up in Owerri, Nigeria. Tellers report to the Head Teller of the branch and are responsible for assisting clients with transactions (including cash), ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures for cash management, cross-selling products and services and providing an excellent customer experience. Qualifications and Experience:- HND or BSC level of education
- Preferred 1 to 2 years work experience
- Basic mathematics, business acumen and analytical skills
- Computer literate with data entry experience
- Fluency in English required, Igbo or other local language skills strongly desirable. Candidate Profile: - Ability to effectively handle customers' complaints and meet their needs
- Willingness to relocate to Owerri, Nigeria
- Enterprising and self-driven personality with the ability to adapt and acquire new skills
- Highly attentive to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Strong fit to FINCA's desired corporate culture and values, and is committed to furthering FINCA's mission and vision. In particular, must demonstrate a commitment to transparency and integrity Kindly Note: For consideration of your application, CVs must be in Word or PDF format and a maximum of 3 pages. The candidate will bear any cost for travel and accommodation if called for testing or interviews. Any relocation cost will be borne by the new hire. Method of Application |
| Finance Jobs at Konga | | Konga Online shopping in Nigeria for phones, clothes, home & kitchen, computers and more at best prices on Konga.com. Enjoy fast delivery service. Treasury Operations Officer Job Description
To provide support functions in settling all Konga's obligations.Reporting Line
VP, Finance and Admin Duties & Responsibilities
. Daily Bank Reconciliation for Konga's Operational Bank accounts.
. Following up with AP team to ensure payments are made on due dates.
. Upload payments on ERP (SAP).
. Bank/Transactional Charges monitoring.
. Stamping and Filing of payment documents.
. Any other tasks assigned. Skills & Competencies
Essential
. Basic Bookkeeping Skills
. Excel proficiency
. Minimum of 1year experience
. Ability to pay attention to details Qualifications & Experience
. Treasury Operations experience
. Bank Reconciliation experience
. Petty Cash handling experience
. B.Sc/HND Accounting OR Economics
. Part qualified - ACCA, ACA - May be an added advantage Deadline: August 24, 2015 Specialist - Revenue Analysis and Reporting Job Description
The Role entails accounting for revenue and other income, cost of sales, unearned revenue and receivables.Reporting Line
Analyst - Revenue Analysis and Reporting Duties & Responsibilities
The Revenue Reporting Specialist function shall include but not limited to the followings: . Ensure that the cash inflow from all the sources are completely captured and accounted in the SAP.
. Comply with established internal controls.
. Review the weekly/monthly reconciliation of revenue to cash collection.
. Review the weekly/monthly reconciliation of collections to remittance.
. Review Sales income reports from all stations of the organisation across operational regions, as well as the distribution to merchants according to agreed commissions.
. Review the summarised monthly revenue/COGS/Margin report.
. To monitor sales income and ensure regular and prompt updates on delivered orders on a daily basis.
. Recognition of B2B receivables, Merchant Commission receivables and prepare receivable age analysis and follow up on long outstanding debts.
. Ensure provision for doubtful debts is properly accounted for.
. Review Customer wallet liability and unused voucher liability schedules.
. Ensure prompt update of all banking transaction in the SAP.
. Review of the calculations for cost of sales / margin on all SKU
. Provide supporting documents, records and schedules to meet audit and regulatory requirements.
. Any other duties as required by the organisation
. Co-ordinating financial postings into the company's books - Ensuring the correctness and Integrity of data processing in the SAP.
- Ensuring that periodic recurring postings are captured
. Supervision, maintenance and analysis of general ledger account balances
. Development, preparation and review of effective account analysis which includes clear & concise variance analysis explanations
. Participate in the accounting close process to reduce redundant closing activities and tasks in order to decrease the amount of time required to close
. Participate in a variety of value added initiatives, including but not limited to financial systems improvements, process enhancements, accounting structures for new business models and relationships and reconciliation diagnostics.
. Ensuring that transactions and reports, under responsibility, are prepared in compliance with Company policies & procedures and relevant IFRS, IAS and GAAP.
. Supervisory experience is a plus.Skills & Competencies
Essential
At least 5 years' experience comprising:
. 4 years post NYSC experience in a Finance function.
. Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
. Experience in using an ERP (SAP) system is desirable KNOWLEDGE (include technical knowledge):
. Maintaining Accounting Day Books and Ledgers
. Preparation of Monthly/Periodical Financial Statements
. Analysing of Financial Statements
. Implementation of ERP Qualifications & Experience
. B.Sc./HND Finance/Accounting or any business related field.
. Part Professional Accounting qualification required. Full qualification will be an added advantage (ICAN. ACCA, CIMA, CPA, Others) Deadline: August 21, 2015 Method of Application |
| Seed Systems Specialists at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) | | The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (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 the tropics. 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. Applications are invited for the internationally recruited position of Seed Systems Specialist
Background - The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of Seed Systems Specialist.
- IITA is one of the world's leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Its award-winning research-for-development (R4D) approach addresses the development needs of tropical countries.
- IITA works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. IITA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1967 in Nigeria and governed by a Board of Trustees. IITA works on the following crops: cowpea, soybean, banana/plantain, yam, cassava, and maize. It is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.
- The Tropical Legume III (TL III) Project led by the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) and jointly implemented by IITA and funded by the Bill and Melinda
- Gates Foundation, is seeking applications from dynamic and highly innovative persons for the position of Scientist - Cowpea and Groundnut Seed Systems. The person will work with a multidisciplinary team of professionals on a rapidly expanding portfolio of seed systems work across target BMGF geographies in West Africa, focusing on the development of market-oriented, pluralistic, vibrant and dynamic seed sector.
- The position will be based at Kano, Nigeria with responsibilities for scaling cowpea and groundnut seeds and technologies while linking the seed value chain to other cowpea and groundnut value chains in Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali and Nigeria.
- TL III is jointly implemented by ICRISAT, the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in close collaboration with partners in the National Agricultural Research Systems of target countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.
Position Responsibilities
The tasks will include: - To establish sustainable cowpea and groundnut seed delivery systems that service the needs of small-holders, especially underserved women farmers in Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali and Nigeria.
- To establish cowpea and groundnut seed delivery platforms, personnel and targets for cowpea and groundnut in Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali and Nigeria.
- Collaborate with other partners such as NARS, NGOs, Farmer Organizations, Farmer
- Cooperatives and Private Sector to support decentralized producers involved in the production of locally preferred improved cowpea and groundnut varieties.
- Work with cowpea and groundnut seed producers of all seed grades to respond to seed market demand along the seed systems value chain: seed production, seed quality, marketing efficiency, accountability and profitability.
- Link business development services to cowpea and groundnut seed producers (individual seed entrepreneurs, farmer organizations, seed companies and public enterprises) and stimulate private (small and large) investment in groundnut seed production and delivery in a business sound manner.
- Train cowpea and groundnut seed producers/suppliers in specific areas such as seed business management including production, marketing, financial management, and strategy development including the development of training related materials, methodologies and tools.
- Broker knowledge, linking scientific knowledge with policy and development practice
- Provide comprehensive and timely reports to the Tropical Legumes III leadership as and when required
- Produce quality publications including articles in peer-reviewed journals, research reports, and other communications outputs for a range of audiences.
Educational Qualifications - The candidate should have a P.hD Degree in a relevant field of sciences such as crop science or social science with an agricultural orientation, and development.
Core Competencies: - 5 years of work experience, with at least five years of experience working in seed sector development in developing countries, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Experience in facilitation of public private partnerships
- Ability to design and facilitate multi-stakeholder processes and institutional innovation processes
- Affinity with capacity strengthening and facilitation of trainings
- A strong interest in linking theory with policy and practice
- Excellent English language skills
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft packages and electronic communication.
General Information: - The contract will be for an initial period of three years and extendable depending on performance of the incumbent and availability of funds.
- IITA offers internationally competitive remuneration package paid in U.S. Dollars.
Method of Application Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package. |
| Plant Deputy CFO in an International Agro Company | | Introduction Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a leading conglomerate company in agriculture, oil, energy and commodities to recruit Plant Deputy CFO for its operations in Nigeria.Company Our client is an international and European company that specialize in Agro business. Job description - Control the company's budget on sit and project progress.
- Make sure of a permanent and accurate follow up of paid/committed/estimated cost at completion.
- Ensure accurate accounting treatment of taxes (VAT, custom duty and other taxes)
Financial & Other Policies/Governance - Proper implementation of procurement rules
- Strictly follow authorization list to review and approve application and request such as payments, reimbursement, travel and entertainment etc.
- Improve finance control process and policy as well as support other departments to build proper control policy: - Spare part stock management (from ordering to utilization-including delivery and warehouse management.
- Safeguard the interest of both shareholders of the joint venture
- Ensure compliance on all joint venture policies
Treasury/Operations - Set up accounting system for the plant and its interfaces to other systems (Sock and spare parts management).
- Responsible for documentation of all financial vouchers and vouchers supporting documents
- Responsible for monthly statutory review and quarterly country review for the company.
- Responsible for monthly declaration required by government authorities
- Define accounting rule in accordance with local/IFRS GAAP for capitalization of testing costs
- Ensure inventory is reported with adequate characteristics that will allow adequate valorization (Quality - Quantity - Weight loss - Ageing - Impairment) and organize the process to communicate on a timely manner.
- Local banks relationship - Monitoring of drawdown of fixed asset loan
- Be a control point for all payments and signatures on behalf of the company
- Put in place project cash flow forecast n order to closely follow up needs and manage funding resources
- Make all site production costs transparent to plant manager
- Challenge operational KPIs
- Ensure that any variation is quickly identified and explained for corrective actions.
- Review on a daily basis any issue between physical flows, stocks and desk controller position
Requirements - BS in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum of 8 years in progressively financial leadership roles, preferably in the manufacturing/FMCG environment.
- Must be certified accounting professional.
- Experience in cost controlling of food or milling plants will be an advantage
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations essential.
- Strong problem solving, creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of results-orientation.
- Good Leadership qualities.
Offer Attractive Package Method of Application |
| Job Opportunity At Norwegian Refugee Council | | In light of the increase in violence since the beginning of 2014 that has triggered a massive wave of displacement in the north eastern part of Nigeria, NRC is about to start up an emergency response programme in Nigeria to respond to the humanitarian needs. In the coming months, the main focus for NRC would be conflict affected populations including IDPs, returnees and the local communities in Borno State. NRC will initially be starting activities in the area of food security, water and sanitation and shelter sectors. NRC is seeking a Protection and Advocacy Adviser (PAA) for NRC Nigeria 2015 to strengthen NRC's response to prioritized advocacy and protection issues. The PAA reports to the Country Director. Job description - Ensure that NRC's global advocacy and protection strategies and policies are implemented
- Ensure that protection, advocacy and gender is mainstreamed into the overall country strategy
- Strengthen NRC's response to prioritized country advocacy and protection issues both within the country and internationally
- Provide timely and context specific information to internal and external stakeholders
- Support and train programme staff to mainstream protection and do-no-harm into their projects and activities
- Ensure that core competency staff identify and respond to prioritised advocacy and protection concerns
- Play an active and strategic role in the humanitarian community to strengthen the advocacy and protection response in accordance with the country strategy
- Support to the protection working group
- Provide protection and conflict analysis
Qualifications - Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a Protection and Advocacy Adviser/Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context
- Professional knowledge of humanitarian and protection principles
- Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
- Documented results related to the position's responsibilities
- Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal
- Valid driver's license
Personal qualities - Managing resources to optimize results
- Analyzing
- Influencing
- Handling insecure environments
- All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.
Method of Application We offer - Commencement: September 2015
- Contract period: 12 months
- Salary/benefits: According to NRC's International general directions and free housing of moderate standard.
- Duty station: Abuja with travel to the field. Abuja is not a family duty station,
- Application procedures and CV registration: Please note that you are required to enter the geographical location for all your previous positions while registering your CV. There is no specific field for this information in our CV form, but you can use the "Company name" field for both company and location.
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