Jobs at UNDP Nigeria
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has been operating in the Federal Republic of Nigeria since independence in the 1960s, providing the country with relevant technical assistance required for sustainable economic and social development. The legal authority to operate in the country is contained in a Standard Basic Agreement signed between the Government of Nigeria and UNDP.

There are currently open vacancies at UNDP Nigeria

Job Title: Cluster Business Development Coordinator

Job Category: Others

Career Level: Mid Career (2+ years of experience)

Job Type: Contractual

Positions: 1

Company Name: United Nations Development Programme

City/Location: Millennium Development Village Ikaram, Ondo State

Country: Nigeria

Posted On: 07 May, 2009

Last Date to apply: 20 May, 2009

Experience in years 2

Job Description:

Relevant Experience:

The successful Candidate will have:
• Bachelors degree in economics or development (Master’s degree would be preferred);
• At least 3 years experience working on business development interventions in Nigeria;
• Experience managing large teams;
• Experience working on the ground with NGOs, and an understanding of grassroots community-led projects, preferably in rural areas;
• Experience working closely with local and district government officials in Nigeria
• Experience working with private sector in Nigeria
• At least One (1) years practical experience in community based projects with science inputs
• Ability to present concise reports, sometimes at short notice reflecting the problems and possible solutions for particular situations
• Must have quality research and data management experience. Excellent writing, interpersonal, computer and communication skills.
• Must be able to function independently and to exercise discretion and judgment in sensitive and potentially controversial matters.
• Must have excellent organizational skills, be a team player and detail-oriented.
• Good computer and Internet skills.
• Must possess and apply depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands.
• Possess the ability and technical knowledge to use information technology effectively as a tool and a resource.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully conduct research and manage projects in remote rural location with minimum supervision

Job Description:

The position includes the following responsibilities:

• Develop a business development intervention strategy specific to the Millennium Villages in Ikaram-Ibaram;
• Work closely with local, district and national government officials to refine the intervention strategy and obtain the necessary approvals;
• Oversee the interventions aimed at increasing farm and non-farm income within the villages;
• Manage economic extension officers assigned to each village;
• Handle the relationships with local NGOs and government officials for service-delivery on outsourced Millennium Villages’ interventions and (e.g. Micro-finance);
• Define the requirements and manage the training necessary for the business development interventions;
• Oversees monitoring and evaluation of business development/economic interventions for all villages within the Cluster;
• Coordinate business development/economic interventions and activities with the Earth Institute Millennium Research Village scientists




Education
Must Degree Degree Level Country Description
Bachelor's degree Bachelors Degree (2-3 Years) Nigeria Bachelors degree in economics or development (Master’s degree would be preferred)

Skills
Must Title Level Description

Required Skills
Good Communication Skills: Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies. Demonstrates excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills.

People Skills and Team Working:
•Recognizes and responds appropriately to the ideas, interests and concerns of others. Management and Leadership
•Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills.

Computer skills:
• Good knowledge of computer usage. Language skills:
•Excellent writing and oral skills in English is a fundamental requirement. Fluency in the local language highly essential.


Job Title: Community Development Facilitator

Job Category: Others

Career Level: Mid Career (2+ years of experience)

Job Type: Contractual

Positions: 1

Company Name: United Nations Development Programme

City/Location: Millennium Development Village Ikaram, Ondo State

Country: Nigeria

Posted On: 07 May, 2009

Last Date to apply: 20 May, 2009

Experience in years 2

Description:

Relevant Experience:

• At least 2-3 years experience as community development agent in an African village situation in reputable organizations and NGOs particularly in Western Nigeria
• Must possess and apply depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands.
• Possess the ability and technical knowledge to use information technology effectively as a tool and a resource.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully conduct research and manage projects in remote rural location with minimum supervision.

Job Description:

The Community Development Facilitators will assist to:
• Mobilize Village Committee to identify problems and possible interventions as well as facilitate their participation towards project ownership
• (Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate) training programmes for committees across sector areas of Agric, Health, Education, Water& Sanitation together with sector specific facilitators and; Coordinate trainings for Community members in leaderships, decision-making, organizational and management skills for development
• Coordinate (plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate) strategic communication programmes for both key project messages and behaviour change necessary as technical support to community based committee, so as to strength the overall performance of the project
• Develop appropriate follow-up tools and organize follow - ups to ensure smooth progress of activities.
• Monitoring and evaluation of progress within the community
• Promote high level of collaboration, communication and co-operation with government ministries and other stakeholders and actor in the community.
• Facilitate identification of appropriate intervention and develop capacity in the community to write proposals for presentation to donors for funding and ensure continuity of existing project
• Carry out any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the Community Development & Gender Specialist.




Education
Must Degree Degree Level Country Description
Bachelors’ degree Bachelors Degree (2-3 Years) Nigeria
• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent in Community Health, Social Works, Agric and Rural Development, Sociology or related field.
• Demonstrate ability to work and mobilize communities to implement development project
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Have good interpersonal and Organization skills.
• Fluency in English and Yoruba Languages are essential.
• Must have interpersonal, organization and communication skills
• Must be a team player

Skills
Must Title Level Description

Required Skill
Good Communication Skills:
• Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies.
• Demonstrates excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills. Management and Leadership
• Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills.
• Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure.
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view. Solicits feedback from staff about the impact of his/her own behaviour. Computer skills:
• Good knowledge of computer usage.

Language skills:
• Excellent writing and oral skills in English is a fundamental requirement. Fluency in the local language highly essential.



Job Title: Procurement Associate

Job Category: Others

Career Level: Mid Career (2+ years of experience)

Job Type: Full Time

Positions: 1

Company Name: United Nations Development Programme

City/Location: Abuja

Country: Nigeria

Posted On: 07 May, 2009

Last Date to apply: 20 May, 2009

Experience in years 5 to 6

Description:

Relevant Experience:

5 to 6 years of progressively responsible HR and procurement experience is required
at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages
(MS Word, Excel, etc) and experience in handling of web based management systems.

Job Description:
Assists in the implementation of operational strategies and policies
Assists in the organization procurement processes for SSA, RLA and NRLA
Supports procurement processes for CO, NEX/DEX projects and at the request of other Agencies
Assists in the Implementation of sourcing strategy and e-procurement tools
Ensures implementation of human resources and global payroll transactions in Atlas HCM
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing
Ensure full compliance of procurement activities with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control, proper functioning of a client-oriented procurement management system.
Assist in the implementation of cost saving and reduction strategies in consultation with office management.
Provide researched information for formulation and implementation of contract strategy in the CO including recruitment processes and performance evaluation, managing the contract and contractor, legal considerations and payment conditions, sourcing strategy, contract selection and evaluation, quality management and e-procurement
Organize recruitment processes for UNDP projects and UN Agencies including provision of input to job classification process, vacancy announcement, preliminary screening of candidates, and participation in interview panels as a secretary and advising hiring units on the eligibility and transparency.
Arrange written tests and interviews, inline with UNDP corporate recruitment standards.
Prepare interview reports and other related recruitments.
Determine the appropriate fees based on existing scales and standards
Ensure that monetary budget allocations have been approved for the full duration of the initial contracts
Ensure medical certificates are received and reference check prior to issuance of SSA
Prepare contracts and timely follow up with Programme Finance staff on Atlas issues for consultants and experts.
Present recruitment and procurement contract cases to CAP as per procurement guidelines and preparing minutes of CAP where applicable.
Manage the engagement process such as travel arrangements, medical clearance, visas, as appropriate;
Manage contracts in and outside Atlas (issuances, extensions, performance based increments for UNDP projects and UN Agencies. Monitoring and tracking of all transactions related to recruitment, personnel data, benefits, earnings/deductions, retroactivity, recoveries, adjustments and separations through Atlas.
Provide effective services for preparation and contract administration of procurement of services for CO projects and UN agencies.
Brief newly recruited consultant/experts on living and working conditions, relevant policies, benefits and entitlements. Arranging staff orientation and briefing programmes.
Ensure certifications are received for SSA contracts
Maintain rosters of qualified and pre-screened subscribers including e-rosters.
Maintain appropriate documentation and records for monitoring and reporting purposes.
Assist in preparation and management of contracts








Education
Must Degree Degree Level Country Description
Bachelor's Degree Bachelors Degree (5 Years) Nigeria Secondary education, with specialized certification in HR, Law and Procurement. University Degree in Purchasing and Supply, Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration is highly desirable

Skills

Corporate Competencies: Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values. Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability Functional Competencies: Knowledge Management and Learning Shares knowledge and experience Development and Operational Effectiveness Ability to perform a variety of specialized activities related to procurement services, including administration of recruitment , contracting and performance evaluation, monitoring of transactions, reporting Ability to perform financial resources management Strong IT skills

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Current Jobs in Nigeria 5th May, 2009 Tuesday Guardian Newspaper

Jobs in Nigeria as published on Tuesday Guardian Nigerian Newspaper 5th May, 2009 Edition
Job Vacancy for Lawyers

A commercial law firm requires the service of a young, hardworking and dynamic lawyer with 2 to 5 years post-call experience in litigation and legal drafting.

Interested candidates who must be proficient in the use of computer with excellent writing skills, should send their cv’s by e-mail to:psmorrison@yahoo.com or by regular mail with copies of their credentials to:

“The firm”
p.o. box 53514, ikoyi, lagos

not later than 2 weeks from date of this publication.

Vacancies at Odade Publishers

Odade publishers are a reputable publishing company; an affiliate of the lexisnexis butterworths an international publisher with business interest in over 14 countries. We are also partners with several other local and foreign publishers. These vacancies were as a result of strategic business growth, hence this opportunity for experienced, innovative, intelligent, proactive and self-motivated professionals to occupy under listed positions.

• assistant finance executive (stores) (ibadan, abuja and port harcourt)
• marketing officers (lagos, ibadan, abuja, port harcourt)
• communication officer (lagos)
• bookshop attendant (abuja, port harcourt)
• bookshop cashier (abuja, port harcourt)
• virtual library officer (lagos, abuja, port harcourt)
the ideal candidates for all positions must have a degree or higher national diploma in social sciences/ business administration/ marketing/ banking and finance/ accounting/ mass communication llb/bl from a reputable tertiary institution with a minimum of two years cognate experience, good computer knowledge, work with minimum supervision and function effectively as a team player.

Salary and other packages are very attractive and competitive

interested candidate should send their handwritten applications, photocopies of their detailed cv (word) and all relevant credentials within two weeks of this publication to:
human resource manager
odade publishers
comfort house (3rd floor)
13, hughes avenue alagomeji yaba, lagos, nigeria
or e-mail oladayo@odadepublishers.com

only shortlisted candidates would e contacted

Vacancy at a Manufacturing Company

we are a company specialized in the manufacturing of motorcycles, tyre, tubes and spare parts.
This position is vacant and needs to be filled urgently:
account officers

requirements:
1. Bsc in accounting
2. Computer literate. Good knowledge of excel application.
3. Aggressive and ready to learn
4. Prior banking experience would be an advantage
5. Professional accounting courses would be an advantage

to apply, candidates should send their cv by e-mail to: akebonostore@gmail.com.

Within 1 week from the publication


Vacancies at a Multicultural and International Ministry

A multicultural and international ministry with headquarters in lagos and a focus on evangelism, healing and missions is looking to recruit full time staff for the following:

crusade manager
personal assistant
office secretary
sound engineer
light engineer
trained video editors
trailler and car drivers
security guard

qualifications:
bsc/hnd in social/ management science, electrical engineering / electronics or any related discipline, certificate in video editing/sound engineering and computer literate.

Abilities/gifting: team player, discreet, good numerate with a good understanding of figures, willing to learn, integrity and passion for excellence.

Trailer and car drivers: ability to pay attention to details, hospitable, authentic driving license

security guard: honesty
salary/ remuneration: very attractive

please send an email with your cv/ credentials to:ifanministries@yahoo.com on or before may 15th 2009.

Job Opportunity in an Hospitality Company

vacancy exist for immediate employment for successful candidates in an hospitality company with operation in port harcourt and lagos.

1. Area manager (port harcourt)

reporting to the managing director

responsibilities will include:

- administrative functions
- budget preparations, planning and monitoring
- ensure cross-functional strategic alignment, adherence to company standards and expectations as well as optimal process interactions by closely liaising with key internal and external customers and business partners
- manage office facilities/ fixed assets listings
- monitoring authorization and approval of company's procedure
- monitoring inventory management
- manage periodical returns to head office

qualification:

- bsc / hnd a ccounting or other management related field
- 5 years experience in management position in a catering company will be an advantage
- be computer literate with efficiency in the use of accounting software, excel word and powerpoint.
- experience in supporting internal business partners
- gae between 30 - 40 years

2. Management trainees (lagos & port harcourt)

responsibilities will be include:

- to assist in sections within the organization as may be delegated by management

qualification:
- ond/hnd in accounting or any related course and aiming at aca or mba
- be computer literate with efficiency in the use of accounting software, excel word and powerpoint
- strong interpersonal skill with high level of integrity and commitment
- age between 25 - 30 years

remuneration for both application is competitive and based on experience

interested applicants for this position are expected indicate their desired position and location as subject and forward their application and cv in nicrosoft word format within 14 days to: hospitalityexperts@yahoo.com

Jobs at CheroFrance Nigeria Limited

Cherofrancenigeria ltd and road transport employer's association of nigeria (lsb)

(partnering to give lagos commuters a better deal)

Job Vacancies

s/n Designation:                  minimum qualification:     experience: 
1.   Bus drivers                  ssce/o'level             must have driven six 
                                                           wheel of long vehicle

2.   Bus officers                    ond                  any customer care
                                                          service experience

3.   Operation support                ond/hnd               IT related

      staff (inspectors)
4.  Safety monitoring                  ond               operations experience 
                                                            needed

Time table

1. Submission of cv/collection of employment form: 5th - 13th may 2009
2. Interview 14, 15 & 16 may 2009
3. Documentation of successful candidates - 18 - 30 may 20099

Venue of interview

read transport employer's association of nigeria secretariat(rtean)
152, badagry express way, festac 2nd gate, agboju bus stop, lagos

further enquiries, call rotimi aroge on:
08033127750 or 07025341563



Urgent vacancies at an Estate Firm

Our organization an estate firm, situated at ago okota, requires the of professional personnel to fill its existing vacant positions.

Estate managers
bsc / hnd/ond in estate management with or without practise experience

interested candidate should apply in person within 7 days of this publication to:

The human resources manager
Holmes Viu Properties Ltd
46, Ago Palace way, Opposite Skye Bank
Okota, Isolo, Lagos

Jobs at a Group of Companies

We require urgently well educated, well-experienced and trustworthy professionals for the following positions:

i) managing partner/ chief executive officer (estate surveyor & valuer)
ii) estate surveyors & valuers for highest partnership position
iii) senior estate surveyors & valuer
iv) human resources manager
v) head of marketing operations ................minimum of 5 years experience
vi) head of administration

we are a growing group companies engaging in consultancy, property development and project management.

Remuneration
a) good salary structure
b) official car
c) generous housing subsidy

Interested candidates should forward applications within two weeks with detailed cv to:

Recruitment officer
P.M.B. 80094, v.i, lagos - nigeria
or e-mail: kdlnigltd@yahoo.com