IUCN NGO Vacancy for Administrative Assistant (International Union for Conservation of Nature)

IUCN NGO Vacancy for Administrative Assistant (International Union for Conservation of Nature)
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges. It supports scientific research, manages field projects all over the world and brings governments, non-government organizations, United Nations agencies, companies and local communities together to develop and implement policy, laws and best practice.

Background:
The Komadugu Yobe Basin (KYB) Project for improving Land and water Resources Management in the Lake Chad Basin and the Niger Central Basin in Nigeria is a collaboration of Nigeria’s Federal Ministry responsible for water and working through the Nigeria Integrated Water Resources Management Commission. The Project office is located in Kano (in kano state, Nigeria), with possible relocation to Minna (in Nigeria State, Nigeria).
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Working under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for insuring for day-to-day maintenance of the office. Hired under the project-contract, he/she must be a person with extensive experience in secretariat and general office management and computer literate. The team he/she will be supervising will be composed of drivers and other support staff. The incumbent main responsibilities are as follows:
Drafting of corresponding and any other administrative document required as part of the project work
Ensuring the recording, filling and dispatching of incoming and outgoing mails
Serving as contact persons for information request from project partners
Preparing purchase request of the Project
Assist the project coordinator and the project management unit in the organization of workshops, exchange visits to project sites, seminars etc
When deem necessary, serve as interpreter and assist in the translation of documents form Hausa (and other local language in Nigeria) into English and vice versa
Assist the project coordinator in the management of the personnel of the project management unit, and assume the direct supervision of the project support staff; and
Perform other duties to be assigned by the project coordinator

CANDIDATE:
The candidate must meet the following qualifications to large extent:
Higher level education in administration/secretarial or any other relevant field
Have good command of English (and knowledge of the local language of the project area would be an added advantage)
Have minimum of three (3) years work experience as Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant preferably with Public Service, Non-Governmental Organization or International Organization
Be computer literate with proven knowledge of software (such as word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and Internet)

TO APPLY
Interested candidate for any two positions should send their curriculum vitae together with motivation letters which must specifically address the selection Criteria/Requirements in the order presented above. In addition, applicants should provide the names and contact details of three referees, including one recent employer


Human Resources
IUCN – Regional office for Central and West Africa
EMAIL: jobs.paco@iucn.org ; daniel.yawson@iucn.org
Applications should be submitted preferably by email,
Not later than December 28, 2010 to:
JobFinder’s Tip: Use “Application for Administrative Assistant” as subject of your email

Sahara Group Vacancies: Trainee Operator Program

Sahara Group Vacancies: Trainee Operator Program
Owning and operating state of the art Bulk Liquid Storage Terminals; and Building, operating and maintaining LPG plants are just 2 of the business activities that the Sahara Bulk Storage Facilities Ltd is presently involved in. At the heart of these operations lies an unrivalled engineering expertise where innovation and continuous improvement is the norm.
We now have opportunities for enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team across a range of disciplines, which include, but are not limited to:
• Chemical Engineering Background
• Mechanical Engineering Background
• Electrical Engineering Background
• Civil Engineering Background
• Met & Mat Engineering Background
• Industrial Chemical
• Physics
Requirements
• OND maximum qualification
• 0-2 years Engineering Experience

To apply for this position, go to Sahara Group
Industry: Oil and Gas
Application Deadline: 2011-01-31

Ritzy Technologies Job: Vacancy for Marketing Executives

Ritzy Technologies Job: Vacancy for Marketing Executives
Ritzy technologies needs Marketing Executives in Kaduna
Job Title: Marketing Executives
Ritzy Technologies is a global IT service provider with years of offshore development and consultancy experience. Binding to our motto ‘innovation through intelligence’, we specialize in diverse software and web development solutions.
Job Description:
We are on the lookout for bright, energetic individuals with a global vision. People who are ready to roll up
their sleeves and are not afraid to think outside the box.
The Company requires the services of exceptional and highly motivated individuals as:
Marketing Executives in our Kaduna Office

Note: Only those residing in kaduna can apply
Application Deadline: 4th January, 2011
Method of Application
Send your CV to career@ritzytechnologies.com
Only shortlisted Candidate will be invited for the interview.

Knights and Royals Recruiting Fresh Graduate Trainee Restaurant Manager (Urgent Job in Abuja)

Knights and Royals Recruiting Fresh Graduate Trainee Restaurant Manager (Urgent)
Job Description:
A new food outlet in Abuja-Knights and Royals Restaurant is recruiting young, determined and highly motivated individuals for immediate employment.
Position: Trainee Restaurant Manager
Location: Asokoro, Abuja
Requirements/Qualifications
• Must possess a minimum of 2nd class upper in any discipline
• Must have at least 1 year work experience

• Should not be more than 28 years of age
Method of Application
Interested applicants who possess all the requirements should immediately forward a detailed copy of their CVs to
knightsandroyals2010@yahoo.com on or before 23rd December 2010.
NOTE: ONLY APPLICATIONS FOR THOSE RESIDENT IN ABUJA WILL BE CONSIDERED
AND APPLICANTS ARE TO STATE THE POSITION BEING APPLIED FOR
(This is important to avoid disqualifying your application)

UNICEF Nigeria Massive Recruitment January 2011 (16 Positions)

UNICEF Nigeria Massive Recruitment January 2011 (16 Positions)
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Nigeria seeks the services of national and international consultants in the under listed technical and professional areas of work at the ‘Officer’ level positions. Consultants are individuals who are recognized authority or specialists in their specific field of work, with significant academic and professional work experience.
1. Basic Education:
• Gender And Education
• Sector Planning, School Mapping And EMIS
• Education Evaluation
• Early Childhood Education
• Non Formal Education
• Nomadic Education
• Health Education, Including Climate Change
• Sports Education
2. Health
• Malaria And /Or Immunization Supply And Logistics
• Birth Registration For Health
• Health Policy & Financing
• Maternal & Neonatal Tetanus Elimination
• Community Based New Born Care
• Maternal Health
3. Nutrition
• Infant & Young Child Feeding Counseling Training
• Essential Nutrition Action Training
• Micronutrient Deficiency Control (Zinc, Vitamin A, Iodine, Iron)
• Nutrition Assessments Using SMART Methods
• Nutrition Policy Formulation And Strategic Planning
• Nutrition Monitoring And Evaluation
• Management Of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM & Inpatient)
• Bivariate & Multivariate Analysis of Secondary Nutrition Data.
4. Water Sanitation and Hygiene
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Sector Investment Planning
• Policy Development
• Water Quality Monitoring
• Capacity Development In WASH Sector
• Gender Mainstreaming In WASH Sector
• Communication For Development – Sanitation And Hygiene

5. Child Protection
• Community-Based Child Protection Mechanisms Development
• Human Rights/Child Rights Monitoring And Documentation Skills Development
• Case Management Skills Development
• “Child-Sensitive” Social Protection
• Child Justice Administration
• Communication Strategy For Child Protection
• Social Welfare Systems Strengthening
• Child Protection Workforce Strengthening
• Child Justice In Informal Justice System
• Children On The Move
• Public Health Capacity Building For Treatment Of Child Sexual Abuse
• Child Protection In Emergency
• Child Protection Systems Mapping
• Child Protection IMS Development
6. HIV/AIDS
• Strategic Planning, Programme Review, Monitoring And Evaluation
• Public Health & Health Systems Approaches To Scaling Up HIV Services (PMTCT, Paediatric Diagnosis And Treatment)
• Policy, Guidelines, SOPs, & Training Materials’ Review And Adaptation
• Documentation Of Lessons Learned Including Case Studies, Human Interest Stories
• Procurement Supply Chain Management (PSM)
• Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health, HIV
• Combination Prevention Programming Adolescents And Young People
• Proposal Development, Technical Review, Including For Global Fund
• Use Of Technology Including Social Media Networking For HIV Prevention
7. Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
• Monitoring And Evaluation Training;
• Programme/Project Monitoring
• Programme/Project Evaluation Techniques
• Results Based Management Training
• Developing Terms Of Reference For Research Activities
• Establishment And Management Of Evaluation Associations
• Devinfo Training And Development Of Databases Emergency
• Developing Early Warning Systems
• Rapid Assessment In Emergencies
• EPR Contingency Plans
• Vulnerability Capacity Analysis
• Management Of Internally Displaced Persons Camps And Relief Materials
8. Programme Communication/Communication for Development
• Communication Strategy Development
• Strategic Planning with Diverse Populations
• Community Engagement Methodologies
• Behavioral Research, especially Participatory Methodologies (including Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation)
• Social Marketing
• Building Partnerships for Social Change
• Evidence-based Communication Materials Development
• Work with Children as Agents of Change
• Documentation, including Significant Change Stories
• Training on Evidence-Based Advocacy and Mobilization, including Interpersonal and Group Communication Platforms
9. Social Mobilisation • Photojournalist • Video Recorder And Production • Public Relations • Audio Production • Knowledge, Attitude And Practice (KAP) Research • Reports/Human Interest Stories Writer
10. Social Policy & Social Protection
• Social Protection : Cash Transfers; Insurance, Assurance
• Health Financing For The Poor
• Expertise In National Health Accounts
• Child Friendly Budgeting: Public Expenditure Review And Tracking
• Gender Equality And Empowerment Of Women And Girls
• Child Poverty And Disparities Analysis
• Impact And Process Evaluation
• Qualitative And Quantitative Social Research
• Voice And Accountability
11. Media and External Relations/Communication
• Writers And Editors
• Graphic Artists
• Photojournalists
• Illustrators
• Videographers
• Video Editors
• Event Planners.
• Media – Photography, Writers, Web Designers
12. Information and Communication Technology.
• Business System Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Database Analyst
• Database Developer
• Desktop Technician
• GIS Manager
• Hardware Technician
• Help Desk Manager
• Help Desk Technician
• Infrastructure Manager
• IT Asset Manager
• ICT Manager
• Network Administrator
• Network Engineer
• Network Manager
• Network Technician
• PC Technician
• Programmer Analyst
• Programmer
• Technical Writer
• Web Developer
• Webmaster

13. Finance and Accounting
• Accountants
• Auditors
• International Public Accounting Standards
• Harmonised Approach to Cash Transfers
14. Human Resources Management
• Recruitment
• Training and Development
• Human Resources Information System
15. Administration
• Travel Management
• Property Management
• Events Management
16. Supply and Logistics Management
Required Qualifications and Skills
A minimum of a Masters Degree in the relevant technical area is required.
A minimum of seven years progressively professional experience in related field of work is also required.
Extensive experience in research, a Doctorate degree and/or UN or international organization experience is an asset.
If you are interested and meet the requirements, please forward your detailed curriculum vitae and a completed UN Personal History Form (click here); via email at ‘nrecruit@unicef.org’ by close of business on Friday, 7 January 2011.
Please specify your area of specialty in your signed UN Personal History Application form. Selected candidates will be included in our Consultants Data base and will be contacted as the need for their services arises.
UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Guiness Nigeria Plc Job: Vacancy for Managers

Guiness Nigeria Plc Job: Vacancy for Managers
1. EXTERNAL JOB TITLE: CATEGORY MANAGER – ATL & SPONSORSHIPS
AUTOREQ ID: 25793BR
FUNCTION: PROCUREMENT
TYPE OF JOB: FULL TIME
COUNTRY: NIGERIA
EXTERNAL JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: CATEGORY MANAGER – ATL AND SPONSORSHIPS
LEVEL: L5 (M1)
REPORTS TO:
PORTFOLIO MANAGER – DEMAND & INDIRECT, GUINNESS NIGERIA PLC
CONTEXT/SCOPE:
The role holder is required to play a significant leadership role to drive global best practice in Media (Press, Digital, electronics and OOH) Planning/Buying working very closely with the Marketing function. It also involves managing the sourcing and supplier performance/development management process across all aspects of category management to successfully deliver our targeted business benefits of quality, service, value, innovation and brilliant execution.
DIMENSIONS:
FINANCIAL
Above the line sub categories deals with approx 20 suppliers and are a significant contributor of value to GNPLC.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:
Responsible for the development of stretching category strategies that clearly deliver our Procurement Functional Value agenda of Assure, Protect and Create for all areas of above the line, media planning and management, sponsorship, and relationship marketing.
The role will be based in Lagos with regular requirements for national, regional-hub (Cameroun/Ghana) and international (UK) travel.

TOP 3-5 ACCOUNTABILITIES:
•    This role will closely support the Portfolio Managers, Head of Procurement  in driving the Procurement Function, acting as a key member of the team by leading the team’s robust application of key category management tools such as the LOOP, supply chain analysis and business needs analysis
•    Assist the Portfolio Managers and Head of Procurement to form, coach and develop GN Procurement into a high performing team, by enhancing local Procurement capability in all aspects of best-in-class Procurement skills – Strategy development, Contract management, Industry/Economic/Supplier Analysis, Value chain mapping, etc
•    Implementation of Head of Procurement-designated key projects through effective project management, utilising appropriate e-procurement tools to maximise speed, efficiency and drive of benefits e.g. e-RFI’s e-RFP’s, e-auctions, spend analysis.
•    Supporting the Function’s control and risk agenda, – including CARM, IFRS, SFRM, CCE
•    Media Planning & Buying
•    Jointly represent Guinness Nigeria in Advertisers’ body AAPN, NIPR, OAAN, LASAA etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
•    First degree is mandatory.
•    Minimum of 7 years commercial experience, Specialist Media Planning & Buying experience gained in a “Media – buying” organization with demonstrated direct responsibility for managing multi-billion Naira media budgets
•    Strong Negotiation Skills
•    Minimum of 3 years Procurement experience is essential covering all procurement imperatives (quality, service, cost, risk, growth support, innovation)
•    Analytical and numerical skills
•    Ability to take commercial insights and translate into Media Planning & Buying opportunities
•    Experience in advertising, marketing, and sales spend activities.
•    Understanding of the category management process would be an advantage
•    Previous experience in managing/ interfacing with Senior Executives of agency suppliers and client
•    Skilled communicator with a high level of personal impact

DESIRABLE
Previous experience of working within or closely with an FMCG Procurement Function (prior SAP experience an advantage)

BARRIERS TO SUCCESS IN ROLE:
Ineffective communication skills and/or inability to present output clearly and cogently, to confidently and articulately present complex business cases and options
Inability to challenge the status quo and/or influence peers & senior stakeholders

Inability to think strategically, lack of general commercial awareness
Lack of personal mental resilience in challenging working environments or lack of mobility
Weak IT skills base

2. EXTERNAL JOB TITLE: STRATEGIC CATEGORY MANAGER – CEREALS
AUTOREQID 25794BR
FUNCTION: PROCUREMENT
TYPE OF JOB: FULL TIME
COUNTRY: NIGERIA
EXTERNAL JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: STRATEGIC CATEGORY MANAGER – CEREALS
LEVEL:     L5(M1)
REPORTS TO: HEAD OF PROCUREMENT

CONTEXT/SCOPE:
The role has responsibility for developing and providing key data, expertise and analysis in support of the development of strategic category strategies. It is key in influencing the sourcing process across all West African supply operations of category management to deliver the requisite business benefits /needs. This role has specific responsibility for developing the category management strategies for cereals across the entire Nigerian supply business, encompassing the spend for all brewing locations in Nigeria.
DIMENSIONS:
A) FINANCIAL:
Total categories spend

B) MARKET COMPLEXITY
This role will operate nationally across multiple breweries.
Diverse range of products within category including malting barley, feed barley, wheat, malt, sorghum, enzymes and hops. A broad local and international/global supply base providing goods & services in this regional category. High political and media focus on purchasing cereals. Heavily regulated market across the region presently undergoing significant structural change. High level of risk and regulation in meeting “food grade” requirements around safety and integrity of liquids and ingredients. Continuous significant risks to security of supply to be managed particularly within cereal spend.

C) LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership responsibility for developing strategic category management approach with one direct report purpose of role
Management of nominated category in line with diageo’s procurement imperatives: – risk management, quality, service, cost, innovation/growth, corporate citizenship

TOP3-5 ACCOUNTABILITIES
1.    Develop strategic category management approach to key spend areas to deliver security of supply, maintaining requisite quality, protecting brand reputation and optimum cost
2.    Develop and implement agreed strategy for managing price volatility in base commodity spend, and ensure fast and accurate reporting of risks and impacts of commodity price movements
3.    Development of annual operating plan and supporting projects to deliver agreed targets
4.    Endorsement from key stakeholders of category strategy

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS
•    University degree in agricultural/biological science or commercially biased discipline
•    Accredited purchasing qualification desirable (CIPS/MBA)

EXPERIENCE –
•    Must have 3 – 4 years experience which should include the following:
•    Significant procurement responsibilities in a leading edge company
•    Experience with agricultural products, traded commodities and of developing and operating price risk management policies to manage spend within governance guidelines
•    Weather data interpretation/management
•    have a flair for field work and travels

BARRIERS TO SUCCESS IN ROLE

LACK OF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
•    Experience in category management
•    Specific experience within portfolio
•    Project and change management
•    Experience in management of commodities
•    Interpersonal skills for the development of relationships at all levels both internally & externally – political & cultural sensitivities
HOW DO I TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS RARE OPPORTUNITY?

1. Log on to https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=11729&siteid=208
2. Click on the first link which is ‘Search openings’ go to ‘key word’ (Box 5) and enter the AUTOREQ ID of the position you are interested in
3. Click ‘search’
4. Click ‘view job(s)’ to read the detailed job profile
5. Click on ‘submit to job(s)’ to submit your CV

Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is 28th December, 2010

NetServeAfrica Recruitment for Executive Assistant (BSc, HND)

NetServeAfrica Recruitment for Executive Assistant

NetServeAfrica Limited is recruiting for Executive Assistant. Job Description
Write correspondence for MD,
Create project reports,
Manage appointment & meetings schedule for MD,
Screen visitors & phone calls to the MD,
Review financial data for MD and other tasks as assigned
Supervise administrative tasks,
Provide research & administrative support for MD,


Required Skills & Experience
BSc or HND (2-1) in Marketing or any other related field
2 years experience in marketing solutions or services
Experience in an IT organization would be an advantage

Application Deadline: 21st December, 2010

How To Apply
Click here to apply online

Staff Nurse Vacancy at Consolidated Breweries Plc

Staff Nurse Vacancy at Consolidated Breweries Plc
Consolidated Breweries Plc, a subsidiary of Heineken International, produces and markets “33? Export Lager, Hi-Malt, Maltex and Turbo King Stout brands. We have two breweries and a factory located in the South-East and South-West geographical zones of the country respectively. With over 25 years brewing experience in Nigeria, we are one of the major players in the industry and have continued to contribute to the growth of the Nigerian economy. We are looking for a focused and determined individual with some experience for the position of a Staff Nurse in our Ijebu-Ode brewery.
Job Title: Staff Nurse
The Requirements.
- B.Sc degree in Nursing (Minimum of second class lower)
- Must be a Nigerian Registered Nurse (NRN or SRN)
- Must have 3 years post graduation experience in Nursing, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- High Professional competence.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of having participated in the NYSC scheme.
- Willingness to work in any part of Nigeria.
- Not more than 40 years of age as at 1st January, 2010.
- Ability to work with Computer systems and softwares – MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and the Internet.

The Role.
The Staff Nurse will be based in our Ijebu-Ode brewery and will be responsible for:
- Overseeing the activities of the Company’s in-house clinic.
- Supervision of contract nurses.
- Treatment of sick staff, first aid administration and attending to emergencies within the brewery. * Drug dispensation, administration and analysis.
- Monthly clinic reports.
The Staff Nurse will report to a Medical doctor on professional issues and to the Brewery Human Resource Manager on administrative issues.
Remuneration.
Remuneration attached to this position is in line with the existing rates in the industry.
Method of Application
If you are confident that your experience, skills and orientation have prepared you to succeed in the above position, apply latest 28th December, 2010 with copies of your detailed curriculum vitae and relevant credentials quoting the position applied for on the left-hand side of the envelope and sent to:
THE HEAD, HUMAN RESOURCES
CONSOLIDATED BREWERIES PlC.
P.O BOX 159,
LAGOS
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

NLNG Ship Manning Ltd Recruits Industrial Relations Officer

Nigeria LNG  Limited was incorporated as a limited liability company on 17 May 1989, to produce LNG and natural gas liquids (NGL) for export. The plant was built by TSKJ consortium, which was led by former Halliburton’s subsidiary KBR. Other participants of the consortium were Snamprogetti, Technip and JGC Corporation. The NLNG Ship Manning Limited (NSML) a subsidiary of Nigeria LNG  Limited, a world-class company helping to build a better Nigeria, seeks to engage personnel for immediate employment in the below position:
Job Position: Industrial Relations Officer
Ref: NSML/2010/003
Location: NSML Head Office – Lagos
The Job:
The appointee will monitor and implement the NLNG Seafarers COS, Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for Nigerian ratings, in line with International Labour Organistion (ILO), International Transport Federation (ITF) NAMASA rules and requirements for Maritime Labour. He/she will monitor and foster/ensure a harmonious relationship amongst the Nigerian rating on BGT ships.
The duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
Initiate the review of Shipboard officers Conditions of services periodically in line with CBA and current realities
Participate in the Industrial Relations Meetings to handle concerns of seafarers
In line with Fleet Managers requirements, draft and review procedures / work instructions for the administration of shipboard personnel
Assist in the development of guidelines for the management of NSML’s seafarers’ rights and obligations under the various International Maritime Labour Organisation Laws, Merchant Navy Code of Conduct, Fleet Management
Agreements, NSML Conditions of Service etc.
Participate in official visits by NSML personnel to NSML fleet personnel at home or hospital
Assist in promoting harmonious relationships between the company, industrial unions, and other organizations that deal with wellbeing of seafarers.
Assist in evaluating the performance of cadets, investigate issues / prepare disciplinary/grievances case files for senior management consideration and implement decisions for improved performances
The Person:
The right candidate should:
Possess a good university degree in Humanities or Social Sciences
Have 3-5 years cognate experience in HR practice 3 years of which must have been spent as Officer of Core Personnel/
HR function in a reputable organization preferably in an oil & gas company
Be a good team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Method of Applying
Interested applicants should apply to:
The Manager.
Manpower Planning & Resourcing,
through ANY of the following addresses:
Nigeria LNG  Limited
C&C Towers
Plot 1684 Sanusi Fafunwa St
Victoria Island
Lagos, Nigeria
OR
Nigeria LNG  Limited
Amadi Creek
Integrated Service
Port-Harcourt
Rivers State, Nigeria
OR
Nigeria LNG  Limited
Plant Complex
Bonny Island
Rivers State, Nigeria
OR
Nigeria LNG  Limited
8th Floor
ChurchGate Towers
Central Business District
Abuja, Nigeria
Forwarding their handwritten applications, photocopies of their credentials and detailed Curriculum Vitae with full details of contact address (not P.O Box), telephone numbers and email address. The reference number of the position applied for should be clearly indicated at the top left-hand corner of the envelope, which should reach the addressee on or before 21st December 2010.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified/contacted.
Kindly ensure valid e-mail addresses and phone numbers are provided in your application.
The Curriculum Vitae should be formatted in the order listed below:
Surname
First Name/Initials
Date of Birth
Age
State of Origin
Sex
Marital Status
Contact Address
Telephone Number
E-Mail Address
Institution(s) Attended With Dates
Degree(S) Obtained With Dates
Class of Degree
Previous Work Experience
Referees
Application Closes on 21st December, 2010

Oando Nigeria Jobs: Fresh / Experienced Graduate

Oando Nigeria Plc is seeking Fresh / Experienced Graduates to apply for the post of Procurement Officer.
Vacancy Title: Procurement Officer
Department: Procurement & Services
Vacancy Description
Procurement Officer Vacancy

Oando PLC is currently seeking a Procurement Officer to Support transaction planning and processing efforts to ensure all procurement activities are delivered in the most cost effective manner without compromising on quality and EHSQ standards, while meeting customer expectations for efficient and effective service delivery.
(Note: All candidates with less than 3 years post NYSC will be required to pass an aptitude test before they can be considered for interview)
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Executes procurement plans to support business and operational needs based on requirements stated in the business plans and budgets of individual entities and departments.
Makes useful recommendations for cost savings for more efficient and effective procurement and service delivery.
Ensures the needs of requestors are proactively identified and met; takes appropriate actions by handling request orders, supporting tendering/bid management processes, contract negotiation, price management, service delivery, vendor management and communication efforts with suppliers.
Supports procurement contract negotiation efforts as may be required from time to time; with supervision, negotiates favourable basic vendor agreements.
Works to effectively remove any obstacles to ensure optimal delivery of services to the highest standards thereby achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Interprets contract provisions in processing procurement transactions.
Management of request for quote (RFQ) or call for tender (CFT) process to obtain appropriate proposals/quotes from vendors.
Prepares commercial evaluation, makes recommendation for bid selection, liaises with customers and prepares recommendation report; submits these for review and sign-off and approval by the Head, Procurement and customer’s management.
Organizes technical evaluation of bids and ensures Purchase Orders comply with appropriate specifications, conditions and clauses; issues Purchase Orders for approval in line with process guidelines and specified approval limits.
Work closely with suppliers and customers to improve operations and reduce costs
Create integrated processes among Operations, Procurement, Logistics and outside suppliers to execute the planning/replenishment process
Familiar with the development, use, and implementation of planning and forecasting systems
Supports procurement, contract negotiation efforts as may be required from time to time; negotiates favorable basic vendor agreements
Carries out vendors’ performance appraisal with support
Maintains adequate vendor documentation and/or specification on sources of supply, costs, delivery, vendor performance ratings, and quality requirements
Requirements
Minimum of a 2nd class lower
2 – 4 years work experience, within a reputable and structured organization preferably an Oil and Gas multinational; prior General Administration experience is an advantage
All candidates with less than 3 years post NYSC will be required to pass an aptitude test before they can be considered for interview
Application Deadline
15th December, 2010
How To Apply
NB: You need to login to your profile in Oando’s Career portal before applying for this job. Create new profile if you do not have existing profile.
Click here to apply online
http://www.oando-cvmanager.com/careers/login