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Hotnigerianjobs.com Nigerian job listing and career portal, search and find latest jobs in nigeria. // via fulltextrssfeed.com Product Managers at Somotex Nigeria Limited Friday, November 06, 2015 1:07 PM Somotex Nigeria Limited is a manufacturer and supplier of cooling systems - air conditioners and refrigerators partnering with Midea of China, and Chest Freezers in relationship with Tamashi. Somotex is also a major importer of tyres and a major partner of Havells-Electrical in Industrial and Home appliances. The company provides after sales support service for all her product lines. Good communication skills is a key requirement for staff recruitment. We are recruiting to fill the position of: Job Title: Product Manager Location: Nigeria Responsibilities Identify, develop and execute product strategy based on company objectives, market characteristics and trends and profitability requirements Monitor and analyze the competitive landscape, business developments and market trends to identify opportunities and ensure product offering is properly positioned Identify new influential designs and meaningful product innovation to accentuate current portfolios. Identify and develop Brand extensions into parallel categories. Define and develop product positioning, messaging, feature specifications, unique selling proposition and pricing strategies Lead cross-functional teams to deliver new, innovative products to market on time and on budget Evaluate the financial aspects of product development, such as return-on-investment and profit-loss projections Execute the development, design and production of packaging, literature, signage and marketing materials in accordance with branding strategies Develop and participate in presentations to internal and key strategic retail account Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Business required; MBA a plus 4 -5 years or more of product development/brand experience in consumer durable goods industry experience required Demonstrated success managing and executing multiple product launch cycles, from idea generation to product delivery Keen eye for influential product design and innovation. An Entrepreneur with a flare and drive to produce uniqueness with features that matters across product portfolio Ability to understand consumer needs and marketplace trends and translate these into successful new product offerings and product improvements Experience developing new consumer products for market including definition of concepts, positioning, features, benefits and pricing Excellent understanding of business analytics to make informed business decisions Ability to effectively provide direction and problem solve in a timely manner Ability to juggle structure and lead complex projects, monitor progress against key milestones and deliver on time and on budget Direct experience in managing, guiding and placing accountability with overseas manufacturing partners. Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to give public presentations Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). Application Closing Date Not Specified. Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should send their application and CV's to: career@somotexnig.com HR Managers at i engineering Group Friday, November 06, 2015 1:06 PM i engineering Group - We provide end-to-end engineering infrastructure solutions to the telecommunications and power industries across Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Employing a dynamic and personal approach, we have grown rapidly since our inception in 2007 to reach 14 operations. We integrate our core competencies with our clients' businesses to provide cost-effective solutions that allow our clients to succeed in their business goals We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: HR Manager Location: Nigeria Job Description Monitors all outgoing correspondences Liaises with the Company's Executive Secretary on all legal issues. Sends agenda prior to meetings, takes Minutes of Meetings and sends it to all concerned parties within 24 hours. Maintains a CV database and stays connected with recruitment agencies for potential openings. Filters all CVs and directs successful interviewed candidates to Sectional Managers. Designs relevant interview questions. Researches the market for potential training agencies and select suitable ones. Liaises with the trainers to deliver relevant-to-the-job trainings. Follows-up on the certificates after the trainings. Researches the market for competitive insurance companies. Renews existing insurance policies, and applies for new ones when necessary. Follows up on insurance claims. Ensures that all full time employees have medical insurance. Issues, reviews and files all employment contracts & appointment letters. Prepares salaries and issues pay slips on the 28th of every month. Updates the payroll with addition/deletion of employees, statutory deductions, loans. Makes time-to-time recommendations to Upper Management on the salary level. Coordinates with tax agencies on all employee-related taxes, and ensures prompt payments of these taxes. Supervises the renewal of all expats permits/visas in accordance with the country of operation's laws. Distributes the Appraisal forms to all Supervisors every January. Compiles the Appraisal results of all employees and shares them with the Country & Regional Heads. Inserts the final/approved appraisal results and bonuses (if any) into the payroll. Prepares and distributes the Promotion & Appraisal Follow-Up letters to all employees. Compiles the list of trainings to be given to the employees and shares it with their Supervisors. Updates the Employee Satisfaction Survey annually and shares it with the Group HR Head for approval. Circulates the Employee Satisfaction Survey annually. Collects the data from the Employee Satisfaction Surveys and shares the results with the Supervisors and employees Coordinates with Heads and Managers to issue warning/motivation letters. Supervises the organization and coordination of all company events. Handles the accommodation of all expats, and the furnishing of their houses. Ensures that all expats are provided with their entitlements. Makes recommendations to Management on issues affecting the employees. Desired Skills and Experience BA in Administration/Management/HR 5 years of experience in Human Resources Very good communication skills Teamwork skills Presentable Fluent in English. Application Closing Date Not Specified. Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Senior Infrastructure Advisor at the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Friday, November 06, 2015 1:01 PM UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. Working in some of the world's most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners' expectations. With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it. A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Advisor Vacancy Code: VA/2015/B5314/8862 Level ICS-11 Duty Station: Accra with frequent travel to Nigeria, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Ghana Contract type: International ICA Contract level IICA-3 Duration 1 year Background Information - Job-specific UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, spans across West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners' sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results. The Core Functions of the Operational Hub are to: Liaise and develop engagements, and deliver services responding to partner needs. Leverage advice and integrate delivery modalities of the three Delivery Practices and the Global Partner Service Office. Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub-regional portfolio. UNOPS aims to support the planning, management and implementation of infrastructure that is economically, socially and environmentally sustainable, even in the most challenging environments. UNOPS currently implements annually over $300million of public works, including construction or rehabilitation of roads and bridges, public buildings such as hospitals, schools, police training centers and prisons, a variety of community infrastructure and emergency relief structures. In our work with governments and public sectors in developing countries, there is also a growing demand for UNOPS to provide technical assistance to plan, manage and deliver infrastructure. The Senior Infrastructure Advisor, reporting directly to the Hub Director will provide leadership to the infrastructure team and in growing a technical assistance infrastructure portfolio in the Anglophone West Africa sub-region. Functional Responsibilities Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the GHOH Director, the Senior Infrastructure Advisor shall give his/her technical expertise as required to support the planning and development of infrastructure programmes and strategies with governments and development partners. Specific Tasks may include but are not limited to: Assess feasibility studies including economic and financial aspects with a focus on value for money. Support governments and partners in the selection of infrastructure planning and management tool sets Preparing and delivering training and guidance materials on infrastructure strategy, implementation and documentation Provide direct inputs to specific project engagements, as required Actively engaging with infrastructure stakeholders in the region to improve UNOPS visibility and enhance reputation in infrastructure field. Lead the infrastructure Business Development activities including meetings, proposal writing in order to grow the GHOH portfolio. Take the lead in sourcing quality technical resources internally and externally to UNOPS. Liaise with UNOPS Infrastructure and Project Management Group in developing best practice and Quality Assurance issues. Advising other UN agencies or donors in connection with sustainable infrastructure best practice Act as resource pool manager for Infrastructure practitioners including resource management, talent management and managing productivity Monitoring and Progress Controls: Evidence of strong relationships with government and development partner entities involved in planning, design and implementation of infrastructure. Signing of partnership agreements Develop strategy and implementation plans for infrastructure portfolio It is expected that through this role the hub will increase its infrastructure portfolio, and through improved planning, design and delivery of projects enhance its reputation in the Hub Region. Education/Experience/Language requirements Master's Degree in Economics, Planning, Civil Engineering or other related discipline of Engineering based; or other, such as Development Studies, International Relations, Project Management, Public Administration. Additional 2 years of relevant work experience, may substitute for the requirement for a Masters. 7 years of relevant experience working in the infrastructure sector with significant experience as an advisor or consultant within the public infrastructure sector. Substantial experience from a leading local or global provider of advisory or consulting services to the public and private sectors. Experience in direct management of works as either a contractor or consulting engineer, working with emerging economies and specific experience in post-conflict, post-disaster environments will be an advantage. Certification in Prince 2 Practitioner would be an asset. Fluency in written and oral English is required. Contract type, level and duration Contract type: International Individual Contract Agreement (IICA) Contract level: IICA - 3 Contract duration: 1 Year Competencies UNOPS Core Values /Competencies Professionalism Respect for diversity Accountability Planning and organization skills Results orientation Strong oral and written communications skills Technological awareness Key Competencies Proficiency in English is essential. Prior experience in development sector or working in developing countries is a great advantage. Experience in post-conflict, post-disaster countries is desirable Prior experience working in middle income countries is considered advantageous Experience with major donors/Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) is desirable Ability to integrate into public sector teams, Internationally recognized professional certification in engineering, architecture or construction management (e.g. CEng, PE, or equivalent) is desirable Possess excellent interpersonal skills and client focus. Application Closing Date 19th November, 2015. How to Apply Interested and qualifies candidates should: Click here to apply online Click Here For more details about the ICA contractual modality. Additional Considerations Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET) Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS. IBM Lead Africa Graduate Program 2015 Friday, November 06, 2015 12:57 PM IBM is a global technology and innovation company headquartered in Armonk, NY. It is the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 400,000 employees serving clients in 170 countries. IBM offers a wide range of technology and consulting services; a broad portfolio of middleware for collaboration, predictive analytics, software development and systems management; and the world's most advanced servers and supercomputers. We are recruiting to fill the position of: Job Title: Lead Africa Graduate Program - Sales Specialist Auto req ID: 3110BR Location: Lagos Job Description For over 100 years, IBM has led the world in creating innovative solutions and products that have changed not only business, but history as well. And with our global scale and breadth of disciplines, we offer endless opportunities for leaders to grow and succeed in the company of the very best. And that's where you come inIn today's intensely competitive global marketplace, IBM is recruiting extraordinary leaders, people who not only succeed but enable others to as well. We have opportunities for talented, Masters degree level qualified individuals across every area of our business and in many countries across Africa and Middle East. The Program will offer a group of high-potential individuals an exceptional opportunity for accelerated career development in Business Development, sales and Pre-sales within multiple functions - leading towards a global career in IBM and focus on growth markets. In addition to building your business acumen, you will take advantage of IBM's world-class leadership development programs, and networking experiences, and be closely mentored and coached by senior IBMers. An innovative approach that blends together hands-on direct working experience and industry leading edge certification classes for IBM sales and services. This will allow you to be exposed to key drivers of success as a future IBM leader, including: Inspire, motivate, and develop individuals, teams, and organizations. Manage profit and loss and understand key drivers for the business. Create strategies and bring about change in a globally integrated enterprise. Excel and adapt to doing business in a volatile, complex and ambiguous global marketplace. Ensure the priorities and resources of key functions are aligned with business goals. Required Technical and Professional Expertise: At least 2 years experience in Significant business experience in Middle East and African countries or other growth markets At least 2 years experience in general business management and profit and loss responsibility in a dynamic corporate environment At least 2 years experience in analytical and interpersonal skills At least 2 years experience in global orientation At least 2 years experience in leadership, written and verbal communication skills, client service and solving complex business issues At least 2 years experience in an intense team atmosphere while defining issues/hypotheses, performing complex analysis, and assisting with preparation and recommendations of innovative solutions English: Fluent Preferred Technical and Professional Experience: At least 3 years experience in Significant business experience in Middle East and African countries or other growth markets At least 3 years experience in general business management and profit and loss responsibility in a dynamic corporate environment At least 3 years experience in analytical and interpersonal skills At least 3 years experience in global orientation At least 3 years experience in leadership, written and verbal communication skills, client service and solving complex business issues At least 3 years experience in an intense team atmosphere while defining issues/hypotheses, performing complex analysis, and assisting with preparation and recommendations of innovative solutions Qualifications Required Education: Master's Degree. Preferred Education: Master's Degree. Application Closing Date Not Specified. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Communications Consultants at ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) Friday, November 06, 2015 12:56 PM ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is a not for profit, non-governmental entity registered with the Nigeria Corporate Affairs Commission. It commenced operations in Nigeria in 1999, while the programmatic operations commenced in January 2000 through a Country Agreement signed with the National Planning Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. ActionAid is an anti-poverty agency that prioritises works with the poor and excluded; promoting values and commitment in civil society, institutions and governments with the aim of achieving structural changes in order to eradicate injustices and poverty in the world. ActionAid Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, an International Non-Governmental organisation registered in The Netherlands with its headquarters in Johannesburg South Africa. ActionAid International works in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas. AAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the position of: Job Title: Communications Consultant Location: Abuja Job Description ActionAid Nigeria is looking for a creative, energetic and driven Communications Consultant to provide cover for the substantive person for a period not longer than five months. The communications Consultant will be responsible for implementing ActionAid Nigeria's communication strategy; plan and carry out public affairs, community relations and publicity in order to influence and inform AAN's Stakeholders, Staff, Partners and Donors in the organisation's thematic areas Specific Responsibilities Manage and coordinate the documentation and publishing of all AAN manuals and publications (reports, policy briefs, newsletters, etc.); in terms of its design, editing, and service delivery Implementation of media strategy to improve the organisation's profile and promote changes to key political, economic and social services issues identified by research works; Building the capacity of AAN Staff and its partners and support them in the understanding, documentation and production of high quality communication products to promote the work AAN does to donors and other external audiences. Sharing of collaborative case-studies, impact surveys and other researches that inform policy of critical issues in AAN's programme areas Lead in AAN's Social Media activities, updates and manages the website of the organisation. Support and oversee the duties of Communications support officer and communications interns. Responsibilities / Key Deliverables The following are expectations from the Communications Consultant: Oversee design and printing of pending ActionAid's publications, support advocacy and campaigns communications activities, and other documentation works: The consultant shall meet with the Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Manager upon the award of contract to have better grasp of expectation of AAN from the contract The Consultant will be responsible for editorial works on all materials provided. S/he will ensure clarity of structure and internal consistency, both analytical and stylistic. S/he will also ensure general readability and accessibility to a broad readership irrespective of literacy level in English language. The Consultant will provide relevant technical support to the Local Rights Programme (LRP) and programme units, especially in documentation, skill enhancement, media relations and the social media. The Consultant in consultation with the Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Manager will identify relevant resource persons with relevant skills and qualifications to carry out the tasks in (b) above and other tasks that may be identified. The Consultant will liaise closely with external consultants to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of services rendered. Oversee technical editing and copy-editing of reports and other publications and materials for readability and consistency: The Consultant will oversee the technical editing and copy-editing of materials before they are printed i.e. appropriate use of boxes, graphics and tables; sequencing, consistency, especially between text and tables and figures and integration of text and boxes; ensure that statistical data used and referenced in the text are consistent with the data in the respective tables, figures, charts and maps, as well as with the indicator tables flow and clarity of argument, content errors, style and punctuation, spelling and grammar. The Consultant shall be responsible for the sourcing of competent graphic designer to develop templates for AAN publication. The Consultant shall be responsible for the proof-reading or procurement of competent proof reader (s) for all materials after the layout/graphic works of the document(s) must have been concluded. The Consultant will oversee the graphic design of the final document and ensure this is consistent with the ActionAid branding as given by the international communications team and as modified by the country programme. Support development of advocacy and campaigns materials The Consultant will provide relevant support to Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Manager in the unit's liaisons with programmes and projects in the development of relevant policy, advocacy and campaigns materials and events. The Consultant shall examine all campaigns and advocacy materials for articulation of AAN positions, appropriate use of language, compliance with AAI branding and use of graphic words before they go to press. Shall from time to time examine the need for relevant communications intervention and introduction of new strategy and make recommendation for such. Lead in the organisation's web activities: The Consultant will manage the organisation's website and make recommendations or changes as appropriate. The Consultant will be responsible for ensuring the website is regularly updated and new content is uploaded in a timely fashion The Consultant will take the lead on the organisation's use of ICT and social media platforms (Twitter and Facebook) The Consultant will handle the production of the organisation's newsletter. The Consultant will be responsible for sharing all relevant material on ActionAid's internal online information-sharing platforms (HIVE and Storieshub) in a timely manner. Capturing and projection of success stories: The Consultant will work with the programmes and projects staffs to ensure regular capture of stories of change and accompanying photos. The Consultant will support and provide appropriate guides to the the LRP partners to capture stories of change. The Consultant will provide editing support to ensure stories of change are clear, readable and engaging, and of suitable length. The consultant will be responsible for ensuring appropriate use of such stories of change and success stories in all available outlet within and without ActionAid International. The Consultant will be responsible for the syndication of such stories in the mass media. Reporting and Accountability: Develop concept note for each programme activity for approval by the line manager. Submit situational and any other non-routine reports when necessary or when asked to. Others: Actively take part in the overall policy, programme, procedure and strategy development of AAN in general. Assumes any other responsibilities relevant to the position as agreed with the Policy Advocacy and Campaigns Manager or assigned by the Director of Programmes or Country Director. Key Relationships: Internal Relationships: Policy, Advocacy, Campaigns and Communications (PACC), HROE & Finance Team. External Relationships: Media, Communications Consultants/service providers, CSOs, relevant government agencies and partners Persons Specifications Attributes/Skills Essential Desirable Education/Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences or Arts/Humanities. Masters degree in a related field. Membership of relevant professional Institute. Experience: A minimum of 5 years work experience. 3 years experience managing communication and advocacy projects and working with the media. Website development/management and digital communications Evidence of active Personal Blog Capacity building experience including training, facilitating, coaching and mentoring Online i.e. website management and digital communications Understanding of the role of advocacy work and communication in development. Experience in organisational & individual capacity building Experience as a media focal person for an organisation/department Experience as a reporter, sub editor or proof reader Familiarity with popular media sector and previous relationship with same Skill Abilities: Strong communication and writing skills Ability to provide practical solutions within set deadlines. Good computer skills especially in the use of publishing tools Multi-tasking skills Public Speaking skills Excellent planning and prioritisation skills Strong interpersonal skills Highly numerate Excellent Skills in policy analysis and interpretation Personal Qualities: A person of integrity Creative and takes initiative. Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment Willing to work additional hours at crucial times. Self motivated person able to work without close supervision Effectively promote the AAN's mission, values and objectives Proven Leadership Qualities. Person Specifications Education/Qualifications: First Degree in Social Sciences, Arts/Humanities is essential. Masters Degree in a related field is desirable Membership of relevant professional Institute. Experience: A minimum of 5 years work experience is essential 3 years' experience managing communication, advocacy projects and working with the media is essential Experience on website development/management and digital communications is essential Capacity building experience including training, facilitating, coaching and mentoring is essential Skill/Abilities: Strong communication and writing skills Excellent Skills in policy analysis and interpretation Good computer skills especially in the use of publishing tools Public Speaking skills Excellent planning, prioritisation skills and strong interpersonal skills. Personal Qualities: A person of integrity Creative and takes initiative. Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment Application Closing Date 13th November, 2015. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should kindly send their applications in MSWord attachment to: vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org clearly stating position as the subject of the email. Click Here to View Description Note: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. While we respect all applicants, interview date will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates. Stakeholder and Governement Relations Advisors at Best Search Recruitment Limited Friday, November 06, 2015 11:58 AM Best Search Recruitment Limited, is recruiting on behalf of its clients, to fill the position of: Job Title: Stakeholder and Government Relations Advisor Location: Abuja Job Description The Stakeholder & Government Relations Advisor Abuja is primarily responsible for building relationships with key external stakeholders in Abuja and thereby facilitates the company' s existing port folio operations as well as its new investments. Responsibilities Keep abreast of governmental development related to policy and infrastructure Influence governmental and other stakeholders in Abuja related to policy making, growth, investments etc. in order for the company to be a part of developing t he country overall and realizing its ambitions to become the recognized leading port and inland service operator in West Africa Create relationships with governmental and other stakeholders in Abuja of different levels and locations Assist the General Manager Stake Holder & Government relations Nigeria to act as a link bet ween t he company and governmental and other stakeholders. Education/Experience Requires a university degree in business administration, economics, finance, or related field. Requires bet ween 3-5 years of experience working with stakeholders including governmental bodies, business partners, Joint Ventures, NGOs, investors, boards specifically in Abuja; either working with or working within. Must be capable of developing good working relationships and cooperation with diverse external stakeholders. Must have knowledge of the political landscape and be able to develop the right networks Must be self-driven, hands on and persistent . Must be a strong communicator, well-mannered and influential with diverse stakeholders. Must have a proven t rack record of successfully influence st stakeholders through professionalism and with high business ethics. Must be fluent in speaking Hausa language Application Closing Date 30th November, 2015 Method of Application Interested and qualified candidate should send their CV's to: adenike@bestsearchrecruitment.com

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