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Diageo (Guinness) Nigeria: Brand Assurance Manager

EXTERNAL JOB TITLE: Brand Assurance Manager
AUTO REQ ID: 25632BR
FUNCTION: Various
TYPE OF JOB: Full Time
COUNTRY: Nigeria
Job Title: Brand Assurance Manager
LEVEL: L4
REPORTS TO: GM Spirits

CONTEXT/SCOPE:
It is recognized that there is an increasing threat posed by counterfeit activity (and illicit alcohol) to the growth ambitions of our brands in Africa, and urgent action is required. The focus of the role will be to ensure that we understand the issue and mitigate it.
Brand Assurance Manager will have responsibility to run the total Anti-Counterfeit (AC) programme and deliver what has been agreed.
PURPOSE OF ROLE:
The role of AC unit is to protect both our consumers and brands by identifying those involved in the production, movement and sale of counterfeit Diageo products, both beer and spirits, and in bringing such operations to an end with the closure of production sites/ arrest of illegal operators.
DIMENSIONS:
FINANCIAL

The Brand Assurance Manager oversees an operation that must secure the integrity of millions of Sterling worth of stock and protect/recover GN assets and fiscal property against the risk of fraud, faking and misappropriation.
MARKET COMPLEXITY
Key task is to assess, investigate and reduce counterfeiting incidence. Illicit and counterfeit trade participants are engaged in a multi-million sterling industry, which is by its very nature complex, secret and highly profitable. There are many challenges in the identification of those involved in the manufacture, shipping, distribution, sale etc. of unauthorised products, determining proof of involvement with suitable evidence, and ensuring effective legal action is taken.
The unauthorised trade in well-known brands is a cause of increasing concern for manufacturers (e.g. pharmaceutical, sportswear, and automotive parts).This presents a challenge in securing focus from the relevant authorities. Industry allegiances are therefore necessary.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Close contact with the Head of Security and Corporate Relations Director.
Close interface with heads of departments in Guinness Nigeria  especially in Quality.
Close contact with the Security, Finance, Sales, Procurement, Corporate Relations and the Customer Services Teams.
Close contact with local Enforcement authorities, Brand Protection, Standards and other government agencies.
AC Heads of other international and large local companies within the country.
Close contact with senior Management of AC units cross-border.
TOP 3-5 ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Engage the AC’s leadership team and take responsibility for delivery of market AC mitigation plan
Conduct/manage investigations into suspected counterfeiting incidences and liaise with relevant law enforcement agencies where appropriate
Identify suitable operational opportunities for further financial investigation including civil action procedures and exploitation of Intellectual Property laws.
Manage and direct intelligence programmes and investigations ensuring that targets are rigorously profiled and subsequent intelligence is exploitable within the appropriate local legal framework
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Be a mature individual, with a minimum of 5 years experience in security or anti-counterfeiting management.
Must have at least a 1st degree. A law enforcement background is desirable.
An in-depth understanding of the issues surrounding counterfeiting
Possess good communication skills in English, which he is able to exercise at all levels.
Possess commercial & analytical skills.
Understands the nature of Human Intelligence gathering techniques.
Ability to deal credibly, and professionally, with Diageo Managers, government officials, lawyers and outside investigators.
Barriers to Success in Role:
Inability to plan strategically.
Loss of personal integrity
Inability to properly identify risks, and plan mitigation steps.
Absence of networking and external engagement capability.
FLEXIBLE WORKING OPTIONS:
Fully mobile and available on a 24-hour basis to respond to crisis situations.
TO APPLY
Visit https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=11729&siteid=208
Click on Search openings ”Got ot key word’ (Box 5) and enter the Ref No 25632BR
Click ‘Search’
Click View Job(s)’ to read the detailed job profile
Please not that the closing date for submission of application is 10th February 2011.

ESSPIN Latest Nigerian Jobs: MGT Specialists

Education Sector Support Programme in Nigeria (ESSPIN) is a partnership between the Nigerian Government and the United Kingdom Department for International Development (DFID). The six-year programme (2008 – 2014) supports Federal and State governments – Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kwara and Lagos initially with Enugu added in 2010 – to develop effective planning, financing and delivery systems that will improve the quality of basic education.
ESSPIN works closely with other DFID-funded State Level Programmes (SLPs). It builds on DFID’s Capacity for Universal Basic Education Project and the Girls Education Project and works alongside the World Bank State Education Sector Project.
ESSPIN is a partnership between the Nigerian Government and the United Kingdom Department for International Development (DFID). The six-year programme (2008 – 2014) supports Federal and State governments – Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kwara and Lagos initially with Enugu added in 2010 – to develop effective planning, financing and delivery systems that will improve the quality of basic education.
ESSPIN works closely with other DFID-funded State Level Programmes (SLPs). It builds on DFID’s Capacity for Universal Basic Education Project and the Girls Education Project and works alongside the World Bank State Education Sector Project.
KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the posts of Knowledge Management Specialists in the Education Sector Support Programme in Nigeria (ESSPIN). Each post holder would strategically manage the knowledge management function and facilitate the flow of information for awareness raising and qualitative data gathering in 2 of the ESSPIN states.
There are a total of 3 vacancies for this post: post holder 1 for Lagos and Kwara States, post holder 2 for Jigawa and Kano States and post holder 3 for Kaduna and Enugu states. All applications should be made using a CV of no more than 3 pages of A4 (in a standard technical CV format) as well as the ESSPIN application form. See attached documents below
TO APPLY
Applications should be sent by email to esspinrecruitments@esspin.orgThe closing date for all applications is 5pm Monday, 14 February 2011.
Interviews for these posts will be held on 01 and 02 March 2011.
Shortlisted candidates are advised to come along with both the original and photocopies of their certificates as stated on their CVs as well as proof of identity.
If you have not received a response to your application by Friday 25 February 2010, please assume your application was unsuccessful.
BENEFIT PACKAGE
(Organisational Development and Management Specialist – Enugu state)
The salary for this post is between the 320,000 – N375, 000 gross per month range.Other benefits of the post include
* Annual bonus
* Leave allowance
* World standard on the job training and learning experiences
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://www.esspin.org/index.php/aboutus/vacancy

MTN Nigeria Vacancy: Corporate Finance Manager

MTN’s overriding mission is to be a catalyst for Nigeria’s economic growth and development, helping to unleash Nigeria’s strong developmental potential not only through the provision of world class communications but also through innovative and sustainable corporate social responsibility initiatives. MTN Nigeria recruits Corporate Finance Manager
Job Title
Corporate Finance Manager
Department:
Finance
Location:
Lagos
Job Description:
•Implement optimal Financing structure
Source for debts (i.e. Long and short term)
Renegotiate existing facilities with a view of maintaining target cost of debt
Review financial documents and agreement from advisers
Review proposal and select financial advisers for management approval
Ensure that Conditions precedent are completed and met and no breach occurs
Monitor banking covenants and reporting to the relevant agents as may be specified in the loan docs.
Review Fees that are proposed and make recommendations to management
•Manage Loans and Facilities administration
Ensure all interest and fees are paid as at when due
Review and approve Accruals for month and Year End as it relates to loan and facilities
Ensure all necessary reports are submitted to Common and Local Agent as and when due
Act as MTNN custodian of the medium term financing portfolio and ensure that all certifications, disclosures, representations, financial documentation, financial covenants are complied with.
•Assist in designing and implementing optimal dividend policy
Ensure all required approvals from regulatory authorities are in place (CAC ,SEC,NSE and CBN Trade and Exchange department
Make recommendations to management on the optimal type of dividend payable to shareholders
Manage shareholders distribution (loans and dividend) effectively
Manage Concentration and pricing risk relating to dividend and shareholders loan
•Make recommendation on Strategic acquisitions and Divestments
Prepare initial dossier on the intended investment
Determine the need for Financial Advisers
Review any financial Analysis and make recommendations on strategic Investments
Make recommendation on strategic Investments
Manage supplier credit and liaise with Export credit guarantee agencies
•Manage and implement an efficient Cash flow forecast tool for MTNN operations
•Manage MTNN shareholder’s recapitalisation process as it relates to Treasury
•Analyse economic conditions, the financial climate, and changes in corporate requirements in order to pre-empt and manage exposure
•Work closely with senior treasury manager on special projects especially relating to managing debt and equity gearing for the company
•Analyse inter-company transactions, loan positions and coordinate execution of documentation
•Assist in the preparation of Board Paper and memoranda submissions
•Group and Stake holders reporting on corporate finance
Job Conditions: •Normal MTNN working conditions •Extended working hours
Reporting To: Senior Manager Treasury
Required Skills:
•At least 8 years work experience which includes:
•At least 6 years cash management / foreign exchange experience
•At least 2 years in the corporate finance function of a reputable organisation in the Financial Services Sector or multinational corporate treasury experience
•Experience in international trade finance, foreign exchange activities, and cash management.
•Familiarity with capital markets and financial investment securities
•Experience with equity, hybrid or debt investments either at a corporation, investment bank, or accounting, law, tax, or investor relations firm
•Experience in a managerial/ supervisory role
Employment Status :
Permanent
Job Qualification:
•A first degree in Accounting, Economics or any other Finance related discipline •A professional Accounting degree (ACA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA)
This vacancy expires on 2/11/2011
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Population Council Nigeria Latest Job Vacancy

Population council is an international, non-profit, non-governmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and help achieve a humane, equitable and sustainable balance between people and resources. Due to expansion of its activities, the council is seeking a qualified individual to fill the following position.
1.      SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER (REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH) – ABUJA
The successful candidate will provide technical leadership in the overall management of the research, capacity building and policy advocacy projects of the Council aimed at reducing maternal mortality and morbidity and improving youth reproductive well-being in northern Nigeria.
QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate must have:
-        Level of Education – MD, Masters of Public Health
-        Language Requirements: English – Excellent; Hausa – Above Average
-        Level of IT Expertise Required – Good
-        Work experience in Northern Nigeria
-        Ability to travel within and outside Nigeria
-        Desired Number of years Prior Experience in a Similar Role – 5
MODE OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates should follow the instructions below:
1.       Send an application letter (stating your current salary and salary expectations) and resume to Nigeria@popcouncil.org on or before February 10, 2011.
2.       Clearly state the position title for which you are applying and your full names – starting with the surname first, then other names (e.g Senior Program Manager (RH) – BEN, Joshua Ekong) – in the subject area of the email
3.       All attachments must be in pdf files
Candidates who do not follow the above instructions will be automatically disqualified.
Population Council reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any time
Only short – listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
The Population Council is an equal opportunity employer.

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