Job Opening At Nextzon

• Job Opening At  Nextzon
  Nextzon is Looking for qualified candidate to fill the following postion below
  
  Vacancy - Enterprise Risk Manager
  
  Location: Lagos - Nigeria
  Job Code: NXT/GTL 1
        
  Job Description:     
  PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN JOB FOCUS AREAS
  To develop an organizational strategy for Enterprise wide Risk Management for the organization to manage organizational risks
  Advise on the development departmental-specific risk management plans where they are not yet developed and the review of the existing policy where applicable
  Monitor the implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management plans by the relevant departments
  Ensures cohesion across the organization under one organizational strategy for risk management
  Review regularly reports of risk management implementation from the various relevant departments and make a synthesized note for discussion with the CEO and the Board
  Review and analyse risk assessment on a semi-annual basis and make necessary updates on the organization risk management strategy
  Monitor risk leading indicators and progress on actions plans developed as part of the risk management process
  Review the risk registers from the relevant departments to consider risks, how they are managed and the effectiveness of mitigation actions taken\
  Stay informed of applicable corporate governance requirements and risk management developments
  Summarize and interpret new Enterprise risk management information for the CEO
  Assist as requested in other internal control activities as determined by the CEO
  Responsible for implementing the risk management IT system and on-going maintenance and reporting activities
  Performs any other activity as required by the CEO
  
  Job Requirement   
  Functional/Technical Skills
  Good Oral and written communication skills
  Strong negotiation skills
  Attention to details and good organizational skills
  Good understanding of quality and customer service issues
  Proficiency in the use of information and communication technology to deliver information and other basic and advanced business applications etc.\
  Ability to cope with difficult situations and manage stressful situations
  Generic Banking product knowledge in Treasury, Corporate, Credit Admin, Asset-Liability Management
  Strong analytical and problem solving skills to diagnose / resolve complex issues.
  
  Behavioural/Management Development Skills:
  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in diverse teams
  Strong relationship building and networking skills
  Strong leadership skills, including ability to supervise and coach assigned staff
  Ability to think strategically and holistically and to appreciate the inter-relationship and inter-dependencies among issues
  Customer service orientation
  Team building skills
  
  Technical Competencies, Qualifications and Experience:
  University degree preferably at the masters level (Degree(s) in Accounting, business administration or related discipline)
  Membership of relevant professional association or body (Such as the Institute of Personnel Management or relevant Masters Degree)
  10-15 years progressively relevant experience, including 5 years of work experience in implementing Enterprise Risk Management (Such company must be reputable with at least 50 staff members and 5 – 10 at the managerial level)
  
  TO APPLY
  The Application process requires you to Subscribe to Nextzon [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
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Accenture Nigeria... Careers Recruiting

• Accenture Nigeria... Careers Recruiting
  
  Job Location:Lagos
  Job Number:00197291
  Schedule: Full-time
  Vacancy - Graduate Trainee Programme
      
  Job Description:
  If you join Accenture, you can make great ideas happen for some of the world's most dynamic companies. With broad global resources and deep technical know-how, we collaborate with clients to cultivate ideas and deliver results.  Choose a career at Accenture and enjoy an innovative environment where challenging and interesting work is part of daily life.
  
  Job Description:
  Consulting professionals at Accenture belong to one of three workgroups: Management Consulting, Systems Integration Consulting or Technology Consulting. These workgroups enable us to deliver the increasingly specialized skills that clients demand while providing our people with varied career opportunities.
  
  Our Consultants have the opportunity to work and collaborate with colleagues from across the full spectrum of consulting activity: identifying and creatively solving complex problems, designing and re-engineering critical processes, and fundamentally transforming the way a company operates.  Our management consultants are more than just theorists - they turn theory into action.  Acting as trusted advisors to our clients, they work directly with FORTUNE© Global 500 companies across many different industry sectors.  They concentrate on getting a holistic view of a client's business and industry environment and use their expertise and critical thinking skills to design and deliver realistic, achievable business strategies and solutions that address key client priorities.
  
  Much of the work we do is at the cutting edge of innovation and thinking.  We involve our consultants in publishing and sharing this knowledge as thought leadership to benefit clients, industry and fellow colleagues.
  
  As a Graduate Trainee at Accenture Nigeria, you will gain insight and understanding of how we respond to our clients' business challenges.  You will be involved in a range of activities from assessing a client's business capabilities to assisting with business transformation activities.
  
  Responsibilities may include:
  Conducting industry and client research and analysis to identify opportunities for improvements
  Gathering and documenting the client's current business processes, people and technology capabilities and requirements
  Performing financial assessments to support the development of new business processes and architecture
  Assisting in the design and development of new business processes, capabilities and supporting technologies
  Supporting the testing and implementation of new business processes
  Developing communications, training and job aids to assist in change management activities
  
  Fresh graduates with the following attributes are needed to join our Consulting team through our Graduate Trainee programme:
  Good leadership, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
  Desire to work in a result-driven business environment
  Ability to transfer theoretical knowledge obtained during training into practical hands on skills
  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  Ability to work well in teams, confident and able to express your views clearly
  Ability to capitalize on knowledge transfer
  Ability to meet travel requirements, when applicable
  
  TO APPLY
  The Application process requires you to Subscribe to Accenture Nigeria  [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
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Careers Opportunity Hobark International

• Careers Opportunity Hobark InternationalOur client, a European IOC with assets in Africa is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to assist in coordination of all movements of people, materials and equipment to and from wellsites.
  
  
  VACANCY - QA/QCPRIMARY SKILLS
  QA/QC, Quality Control, MS Office, Engineering, Oil & Gas
  
  DESCRIPTION
  Our client, a European IOC with assets in Africa is seeking experienced QAQC to ensure that all quality assurance and control activities are planned and systematically implemented using the available quality resources. Identify and advise the quality resource requirements needed to timely deliver projects to specifications.
   
  QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
  Technical qualification or degree preferred
  Minimum of 7 years in the Upstream Oil and Gas industry, with at least 4 years in a similar position.
  Good knowledge and experience of Quality control and certification programmes.
  Proficient in MSWord/Excel/PowerPoint).
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  Organised, interactive, forward thinking and methodical.
  
  VACANCY - CONTRACT ENGINEER
  
  DESCRIPTION
  Our client, a European IOC with assets in Africa is seeking experienced Contracts Engineer to Support the Project Management Team in the execution of the contract and achievement of the Project’s budgetary and delivery objectives by maintaining an adequate level of internal control within the project, encompassing budget and commitments control and forecast preparation.
   
  QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
  BSc /MSc Engineering, Finance or Business Degrees
  More than 15 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry.
  Minimum of ten years of experience in cost control.
  Technical/project exposure as an engineer is a plus.
  
  VACANCY - PURCHASING OFFICER
  
  PRIMARY SKILLS
  Business Management, Engineering, BSc, EPC, MS Office
  
  DESCRIPTION
  Our client, a European IOC with assets in Africa is seeking experienced Purchasing Officer to perform procurement activities; by receiving requests, talking to vendors, examining price suitability, comparing specifications and receiving alternative bids to fulfil affirmative action, value analysis and other objectives. Maintain records on vendor service levels, buying turns and evaluate vendor efficiency. Procurement of goods and services of the required quality at the lowest cost in accordance with the project requirements and within the scheduled limits.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
  Bachelors Degree (preferably in Engineering or Business Management)
  Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Procurement (Project procurement in an EPC/ Oil & Gas environment).
  Proficient in MS Office / SAP
  
  VACANCY - DRILLING SUPERVISOR
  
  PRIMARY SKILLS
  IWCF, MS Office, Oil & Gas, Drilling Operations, Drilling Engineer, BSc
  
  DESCRIPTION
  Our client, a European IOC with assets in Africa is seeking experienced Drilling Supervisors to protect the company’s interest on the rig, while supervising the day to day execution of drilling / workover / testing / completions operations.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
  BS degree in Engineering (minimum)
  Holds valid IWCF Certificate
  An experienced professional with at least 15 years’ experience, including at least 3 years as DSV on swamp rigs
  Good technical knowledge of wellsite supervision.
  Sound knowledge of IADC / API guidelines for well operations.
  Able to supervise subordinates and lead team to achieve results.
  Strong communication skills
  Must have Nigeria or West Africa experience
  
  VACANCY - DRILLING SUPERINTENDENT /WELL OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT
  
  PRIMARY SKILLS
  IWCF, Drilling Operations, Oil & Gas, BSc, Engineering
  
  DESCRIPTION
  Our client, a European IOC with assets in Africa is seeking experienced Drilling Superintendents to represent the Company in all drilling related activities required to drill, evaluate and complete wells.
  Supervise all well operations, ensuring they are safe and efficient. Monitor implementation of drilling program and ensure compliance with well plans and achievement of agreed KPI’s.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
  BS degree in Engineering (minimum)
  Holds valid IWCF Certificate.
  An experienced professional with at least 15 years’ experience in drilling operations including at least 3 years as well operations superintendent on swamp rigs
  Proven leadership and people management ability with a keen awareness of cultural sensitivities
  Strong communication skills
  Commitment to managing HSE
  Must have Nigeria or West Africa experience
  
  VACANCY - SENIOR DRILLING ENGINEER
  
  PRIMARY SKILLS
  Drilling Engineer, BSc, Oil & Gas, Operations, IWCF, Engineering
  
  DESCRIPTION
  Our client, a European IOC with assets in Africa is seeking experienced Senior Drilling Engineers to provide well engineering planning and technical support for drilling operations, and responsible for accuracy, quality and timely availability of Drilling Programmes that fully meet the wells objectives.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
  BS degree in Engineering (minimum)
  Holds valid IWCF Certificate
  An experienced professional with at least 15 years’ experience.
  Good technical knowledge of well operations.
  Sound knowledge of IADC / API guidelines for well operations.
  Knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations applicable to drilling work.
  Strong communication skills
  Must have Nigeria or West Africa experience
  
  VACANCY - ASSISTANT LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
  
  QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
  Bachelor's degree preferred
  5 years' experience in Logistics/Dispatch, preferred
  Proficient in MS Office; Excel, Outlook (email)
  Proven ability to build strong relationships with field crews and trucking companies
  SAP experience will be an advantage.
  
  TO APPLY
  The Application process requires you to Subscribe to Hobark International [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
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Latest Vacancies At The White Ribbon Alliance

• Latest Vacancies At The White Ribbon Alliance
  The White Ribbon Alliance is seeking to recruit vibrant candidate to fill the following vacant position in the company
  
  VACANCY - COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
  
  CODE: MAL/WRA/02
  WORK LOCATION:  ABUJA
  REPORTS TO: NATIONAL COORDINATOR
  Our client, The White Ribbon Alliance for Safe Motherhood is a network of maternal health advocates campaigning for more resources and the right policies to prevent the needless deaths of women during pregnancy and childbirth. The Project is operational in Abuja and has presence in Cross River and Gombe States and has vacancies for the following positions
  
  PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS
  Develop and manage work plans that support WRA Nigeria’s advocacy objectives and reporting requirements
  Support the National Coordinator with advocacy campaign and project strategy development and implementation
  Manage activity planning and implementation, and monitoring and evaluation, including supporting logistics for all meetings, such as advocacy workshops, core group meetings, and Board of Directors meetings
  Document project activities and write project activity reports; collect and maintain records as part of results management plan
  Ensure all activities, expenses, and reports are in accordance with WRAN policies, financial management firms policies and procedures, donor requirements, and (sub)grant agreements, including meeting all reporting deadlines
  Support WRAN’s financial agent/host with preparing monthly financial reports. Monitor (sub)grant spending and ensure compliance with (sub)grant and donor requirements, and proposing revisions to the budget or workplan, as necessary.
  
  POSITION OVERVIEW
  Strong effective and inspiring communications are critical to the success of this project.  The Communications Officer will take the lead role in ensuring clear consistent messaging is delivered to a wide variety of internal and external audiences
  
  Qualifications necessary to perform the core functions of the position
  Bachelor’s degree in international studies, international development, business administration, or other related field required; medical doctor, nursing, or post-graduate degree in any related field is preferred
  Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management in Nigeria, in maternal health or public health preferred
  Minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience with managing and monitoring (sub)grant-funded project finances, preparing and understanding project and operational financial reports, budget preparation, and budget-to-actual analysis, all with a high degree of accuracy
  Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  Proven track record of successfully planning and managing grant-funded projects, which are on budget, on time, and without any notices of noncompliance from donors
  Demonstrated superior project management and organizational skills, including experience developing and implementing shared project workplans
  Respects and embraces diverse voices, placing a high value on participation at all levels, from grassroots to high government officials
  Native-level fluency in English; excellent written and oral communications skills in English
  
  OTHERS
  Position requires a large amount of accountability to the WRA GS in the areas of messaging, documenting impact, and translating evidence-based impact into stories individuals relate to on a personal level
  Occasional travel within Nigeria (outside of Abuja); possible international travel
  
  Vacancy - Project Manager
  
  CODE: MAL/WRA/01
  WORK LOCATION:  Abuja
  REPORTS TO:  National Coordinator
  
  POSITION OVERVIEW
  The Project Manager is the primary person in Nigeria responsible for the implementation, administrative, and financial management of WRAN advocacy campaigns and projects. The position includes day-to-day organizing and campaign planning, as well as project and financial management.
  
  PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS
  Lead on strategic communications plan in support of the national advocacy objectives, including developing and delivering specific products
  
  Experience in writing successful program reports in at least 2 if the following types: program reports to US government donors; program reports to other government donors; program reports to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; and program reports to other foundations
  Experience in developing design and writing content of advocacy communications, including strong computer skills for newsletters and other electronic communications
  Competency in the use of social media and driven to use innovative approaches to reach target audiences
  Strong sense of purpose; personally and powerfully motivated to make an impact on women’s and families’ lives
  Understanding of: causes of maternal mortality and morbidity, and the interventions needed; the specific safe motherhood issues in Nigeria; and other organizations’ past and current work on maternal health in Nigeria.
  Bachelor’s degree in mass communications, journalism, international development, business administration, or other related field required; post-graduate degree in a related field, preferred
  Results-oriented, success-driven, and has the ability to anticipate problems before they arise and take appropriate measures to resolve any issues
  Communicates effectively and openly, and can foster consensus, problem solving and personal connections resulting in impact and change
  Respects and embraces diverse voices, placing a high value on participation at all levels, from grassroots to high government officials
  Ethical and engages in transparent, inclusive and fair practices
  Demonstrated superior project management and organizational skills
  Willingness to take on administrative or other additional tasks, as needed to accomplish work
  Native-level fluency in English; excellent written and oral communications skills in English
  Develop and implement media plan
  Maintain regular communication with WRA Nigeria individual and organizational members
  Support National Coordinator, champions and members in messaging and communication platforms
  Support project communication with government Ministries, members, and other stakeholders
  Document project activities and write reports, with support from the Project Manager
  Collect, collate and send stories from the national and subnational level to the Global Secretariat for dissemination to regional and global media and donors
  Maintain NA communications files, including member rosters and meeting minutes
  Qualifications necessary to perform the core functions of the position
  Minimum of 5 years’ experience leading and delivering effective communications for advocacy initiatives, preferably in field of public health/maternal health in Nigeria
  Experience developing and implementing communications plans; ability to analyze target audiences and develop appropriate tactics and products
  Experience working directly with the media.
  Demonstrated experience developing and producing professional, high-quality, targeted, and high-impact communications, such as reports, briefs, films, brochures, and websites
  
  OTHERS
  Position requires a large amount of accountability to the WRA GS, as WRAN’s grantor, to deliver high-quality, and measurably high-impact, funded programs.
  Frequent travel within Nigeria (outside of Abuja); occasional international travel
  
  TO APPLY
  The application process requires you to Subscribe to The White Ribbon Alliance [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
  NEXT - Candidates should submit a one page Personal Profile and their CVs as one (1) word document to recruitment@mal.com.ng . The subject of the mail should be: Job Position-Code. Only submissions that follow the above guidelines will be selected for review. Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted.
  
  Applications should be submitted on or before 9th of June, 2013

Mourinho could bring €35m Porto star to Chelsea

• Africcon News
  Africcon Media Report: Mourinho could bring €35m Porto star to Chelsea
  Africcon New Media – News
  
  From: Africcon Media
  Chelsea transfer news: Jose Mourinho makes Eliaquim Mangala a priority at Stamford Bridge
  
  Jose Mourinho has identified Porto defender Eliaquim Mangala as a potential transfer target for Chelsea, according to French newspaper L'Equipe.
  
  The Real Madrid boss is expected to be named as the new Stamford Bridge manager next month, and the report claims he's prioritised the signing of Mangala from the Portuguese champions.
  
  But the 22-year-old French star will not come cheap. Porto are notoriously savvy negotiators, and L'Equipe claim they're holding out for €35m.
  
  The spending restrictions imposed by Financial Fair Play could stop Chelsea from splashing out, with the club keen on other targets as well.
  
  A new striker is thought to be high on the list of priorities, while Mourinho will likely want to assess and strengthen the squad significantly on his arrival.
  
  Mangala's impressive performances in Portugal have been rewarded with a first call up to the France senior squad. The young defender will be hoping to make his international debut in one of the two friendlies against Uruguay or Brazil.
  
  Porto signed the centre-back for just €6.5m from Belgian club Standard Liege in 2011, and the French international has become a star this season after his first campaign largely restricted him to a substitute role.
  
  Chelsea have a history of purchasing players from Porto - particularly after Mourinho first took charge in 2004.
  
  Paulo Ferreira, Ricardo Carvalho, Deco, and Jose Bosingwa have all completed the switch from Porto to Stamford Bridge in the past 10 .

Mourinho could bring €35m Porto star to Chelsea

• 
  Africcon News
  Africcon Media Report: Mourinho could bring €35m Porto star to Chelsea
  Africcon New Media – News
  
  From: Africcon Media
  
  Chelsea transfer news: Jose Mourinho wanted Blues to beat Barcelona & real Madrid to Neymar signing
  
  Jose Mourinho was desperate to sign Neymar and asked Chelsea to sign the Brazilian after it became clear he would be leaving Real Madrid.
  
  According to Mundo Deportivo, Mourinho did initially want Santiago Bernabeu president Florentino Perez to beat Barcelona to Neymar’s signature.
  
  Barcelona eventually won the race as Sandro Rosell had acted more quickly than his rivals and Neymar’s desire was for a switch to Camp Nou.
  
  However, the report claims it was by no means a forgone conclusion and Santos were willing to sell to the highest bidder.
  
  Once Mourinho realised his time at Real Madrid was up, he then indicated to Chelsea he wanted Neymar at Stamford Bridge when he arrived.
  
  The report claims Mourinho saw the 21-year-old as the perfect statement of ambition to return to Chelsea with after a damaging season that saw him finish without a major trophy.
  
  Neymar was linked with a move to Barcelona for some time and there was little surprise when they announced they would be unveiling him as a new signing on Monday.
  
  However, this latest report from Spain suggests it wasn’t so cut and dried a deal that many believed it to be.

Pep Guardiola will struggle to improve Bayern Munich

• Africcon News
  Africcon Media Report: Pep Guardiola will struggle to improve Bayern Munich
  Africcon New Media – News
  
  From: Africcon Media
  
  Bayern Munich opinion: Pep Guardiola has it all to do to amass Jupp Heynckes' achievements at the Bavarians
  
  Bayern Munich wrapped up a brilliant season of European competition with a last-gasp 2-1 win over arch-rivals Borussia Dortmund at Wembley.
  
  They finally exorcised the agonising ‘finals demon’ that seemed to jinx them in the past two of three finals. Bayern lost to Inter and more recently (perhaps most painfully), lost last season’s defeat at their own backyard to Chelsea in a match that they completely dominated.
  
  That heart-breaking anguish fuelled their pursuit this season and redemption was achieved. Along the touchline, another tale took shape as the outgoing architect, retiring manager Jupp Heynckes, celebrated the second of what could be three trophies won in a profoundly dominant season.
  
  Already champions of Germany in record fashion, Heynckes' Bayern steamrolled to the Champions League final with authoritative two-legged victories over European powerhouses Juventus and even more impressively, a 7-0 aggregate demolition of Barcelona.
  
  Bayern showed intent from their first group game and maintained the tempo, quietly disposing their opponents with little fuss. With the European crown now in the bag, only Stuttgart in next weekend's German Cup final can prevent Bayern from claiming their historic treble and a place among Europe's greatest-ever teams.
  
  Personally, Heynckes is not far behind.
  
  A Champions League winner with Real Madrid in the 1998/99 season, he can claim two European titles, three Bundesliga crowns and much of the credit for Bayern's potential place in history.
  
  Even for a manager of Pep Guardiola’s pedigree, that leaves very little room for improvement. He won all there was to win at Barcelona and elevated them to the highest echelons of club football. Pep’s Barcelona became the ultimate blueprint of brilliance, the team everyone looked up to.
  
  Now, after a certain team from Germany completely walked over them, scoring seven times while conceding none in the process in a show of total and absolute domination, the flag-bearers have changed.
  
  It’s no longer Barcelona, it is Bayern.
  
  Pep, the tiki-taka mastermind who revolutionised the passing game and won 14 major trophies in Catalonia is set to take over at Bayern in a month’s time. For the remaining days, there is only one thought that will constantly be etched in his mind, what can possibly be done to improve the team he is about to take over.
  
  His task will be made all the more easier by the capture of Mario Gotze and even more telling, Robert Lewandowski is reported to be close to agreeing a deal. Bayern have such an impressive strength in depth that players such as Holger Badstuber (injured at the start of the season), Toni Kroos, Mario Gomez and even Arjen Robben were used sparingly. Add to that, their productive youth academy hint at a very strong possibility that Bayern, with Pep, may possibly be dominant for as much as a decade, and that is a very long time.
  
  Pep is a proven winner and a great man-manager. He will instill his passing philosophy on a group of players who already look at home in possession. Bayern were second only to Barcelona in possession stats in the entire continent, Jupp’s Bayern. Pep’s Bayern must surely keep the ball more. Their now retiring coach has brought back belief in them, mental strength even.
  
  Bayern have it ingrained in them that they are better than anyone who comes before them, just look at the way they went about tearing Barcelona apart. There is no fear in Munich, and all that credit goes to Heynckes.
  
  He has turned this group of under-achieving players into thoroughbreds. His legacy has been secured, what with the broken records and silverware. No man could have left Bayern in a healthier state. 34 years on the touchline deserves such a fitting send-off, a looming treble.
  
  Pep takes over the reins at a club in its highest ebb and with a firm foundation for the future. It will not be easy but in all honesty, all things considered, the only way for Pep to go, and Bayern Munich, is lateral. He will need a miracle to top Heynckes’ Bayern.

Careers Recruiting Nielsen

• Careers Recruiting Nielsen
  Nielsen is Currently looking for qualified candidate to fill the below position
  
  Vacancy - Data Acquisition Young Leadership Program (DAYLP)
  
  REF: MOff-002188
  LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria
  
  Nielsen offers an integrated suite of market information gathered from a wide range of sources, advanced information management tools, sophisticated analytical systems and methodologies, and dedicated professional client service to help our clients find the best paths to growth.
  With nearly 34,000 employees in 100+ countries around the world, diverse talent is the cornerstone of Nielsen success and our future.
  The DAYLP
  provides an accelerated career development program for high calibre individuals who aspire and possess the potential to be part of our future leadership team.
  
  The program aims to build future leadership for our APMEA region through a fast-tracked development path by building on earlier acquired leadership and functional skills.
  Successful candidates will embark on a rigorous 18 months curriculum, which includes rotational assignments and high impact strategic projects, enabling them to gain a deeper perspective into our business. In addition, there will be strong support network to cultivate and support both professional and personal development.
  The program consists of two local assignments and one international assignment. These stretch assignments will drive high-level exposure and in depth business understanding across multiple practices in Nielsen.
  Upon completion of the 18 months program, you will be assigned to a permanent role within one of our functions.
  
  WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
  Excellent command of business English, both written and spoken
  Internationally mobile and able to adapt to intercultural environments
  Good organization and leadership skills, high adaptability to change.
  First Degree in business, engineering, supply chain management or similar degree with two years of full time work experience
  Significant leadership experience in University extra-curricular activities or previous employment.
  
  TO APPLY:
  The Application process requires you to Subscribe to Nielsen [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
  NEXT - CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE
  
  DUE DATE: 25th June, 2013.

No better option to democracy – Obada

• Nigerian Newspapers
  Nigerian Newspapers: No better option to democracy – Obada
  Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  From: Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  The Minister of State for Defence, Mrs. Olusola Obada,  has said the Nigerian populace have no option but to embrace democratic governance.
  
  Obada said in a statement by her Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Femi Adefila, that Nigerians had a responsibility to give all they had for the protection of democracy.
  
  The minister congratulated Nigerians and President Goodluck Jonathan for sustaining democratic governance in the country without interruption for 14 years.
  
  She said Nigerians had cause to celebrate in spite of the security challenges facing the country.
  
  Obada stated that democratic governance was a process which was expected to mature over the years, adding that the years ahead would give Nigerians more cause for celebration with the implementation of the Federal Government’s transformation agenda.
  
  She also said the country had made noticeable progress in the area of conducting elections that could be adjudged to be free, fair and credible.
  
  The  minister said, “We must understand that democracy is not an event but a process that takes time to mature through our collective efforts.  In the years to come, we will all have more reasons to celebrate when the government transformation agenda starts to yield results.”
  
  Also a former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Mr. Fasiu Bakene, has appealed to members of party in the state to be steadfast.
  
  Bakene, who stated this in an interview with our correspondent, congratulated Nigerians on the Democracy Day celebration.
  
  “I wish to appeal to our members and supporters to remain steadfast with our party,” said Bakene, a stalwart of she Peoples Democratic Party.

Quality education deepens democracy–Aregbesola

• Nigerian Newspapers
  Nigerian Newspapers: Quality education deepens democracy–Aregbesola
  Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  From: Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, has said the provision of quality education to the citizenry is capable of deepening the country’s democracy.
  
  Speaking at the presentation of a book  in his honour, Rauf: Hero of the People, on Wednesday Aregbesola said a people imbued with quality education would be “easy to lead but difficult to suppress”.
  
  The book is written by a human rights activist, Segun Mayegun, and a linguist, Abosede Kalejaye.
  
  Represented by a Senior Special Assistant on Youth, Sports and Special Needs, Mr. Michael Odesanya, the governor said a well trained youth was a blessing to his society.
  
  Thanking the authors for documenting some of his political engagements, Aregbesola said his administration would continue to invest in quality education and strive to better the living conditions of the masses.
  
  The reviewer of the 93-page book, Chijioke Nwasomba, said the personality and politics of Aregbesola had become a reference point locally and internationally.
  
  Nwasomba, who lectures at the English Department of Obafemi  Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, described the book “as a worthwhile venture for a society that is dire need of heroes and heroines”.
  
  Nwasomba said, “The Nigerian society has been hijacked by the decadent and corrupt-minded forces to such a level that cynicism and despair have become the order of the day.
  
  “Where there is a deviation as can be seen in the character and achievements of the current Governor of the State of Osun, it deserves to be documented and celebrated with a view to instilling good values and virtues in youths, who ultimately will be the future leaders of the society.”

University of Ibadan Careers Recruitment - Nigeria

• University of Ibadan  Careers Recruitment
  
  University of Ibadan is Currently Recruiting fresh Graduate to the School
  DEPARTMENT OF AGRONOMY
  INTERNATIONAL ADVERTISEMENT FOR POSITIONS IN PLANT BREEDING, FARMING SYSTEMS AND POMOLOGY
  
  The University of Ibadan, Nigeria’s first and leading university, located in southwest Nigeria and with a student population of 20,000, about 40% of which is made up of postgraduate students, seeks the services ofdynamic and experienced scientists to join her academic staff in the Department of Agronomy for exciting academic careers. Ibadan has a tropical climate and rich ethnic diversity that includes foreigners from different parts of the world. The city of Ibadan is home to four national agricultural research institutes, two national agricultural agencies and an international institute for tropical agriculture –nearly all (are) within 10-15 km from the university. The Department of Agronomy, University of Ibadan runs Bachelor’s degree programmes in Crop and Soil Sciences, as well asM.Sc. and PhD programmes in various fields of Agronomy including plantbreeding. The University of Ibadan is the host of the Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (PAULESI) of the African Union. In addition to the regular plant breeding graduate students of the University of Ibadan, PAULESI will admit students for M.Sc. and PhD Programmes in plant breeding in September 2012.Appointees for the positions below, especially the plant breeding staff, will be expected to teach regular students of the University of Ibadan and those of the Pan African University.
  
  VACANCY - LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER (ASSOCIATE/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR)      
  
  AREA OF SPECIALIZATION
  Plant Breeding (60% Teaching, 40% research)
  
  A strong background in the use of biotechnological techniques for crop improvement is required. Candidates must have considerable knowledge and experience in genomics and molecular plant breeding. The preferred candidate will have exceptional ability to forge collaborative research. Appointee will also supervise the research of regular undergraduate and postgraduate students of the University of Ibadan as well as those of the Pan-African University.
  
  REQUIREMENTS:
  The appointee will teach core plant breeding courses including quantitative genetics and statistics for agronomic experimentation, and develop a strongexternally funded breeding programme on one of the important tropical crops and another that is under-exploited.
  
  JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
  PhD degree in Farming Systems
  Postdoctoral experience
  Teaching experience at the university level
  Research experience in tropical farming systems
  Learned publications
  Ability to attract and manage grants
  
  VACANCY - LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER (ASSOCIATE/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR) 
  
  AREA OF SPECIALIZATIONS
  Farming Systems (50% Teaching, 50% Research)
  
  The successful candidate must have a strong background in tropical farming systems with extensive farming systems research experience. The candidate must be able to teach relevant undergraduate and postgraduate courses in weed science,tropical crop husbandry, statistics for agronomic experimentation and supervise associated research projects/programmes as well as have demonstrable knowledge of the interplay of these areas with soil fertility, plant nutrition and crop ecology. The appointee willhave supervision/supervisory responsibilities for undergraduate and postgraduate students and isexpected to engage in collaborative research with other staff within the Department of Agronomy as well as other researchers in the university and other research institutions in the sub-region. In addition, the candidate must be able to formulate sound and new research ideas to enhance our current understanding of tropical farming systems. Participation in outreach programmes is a key responsibility of the holder of this position.
  
  JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  The successful candidate must have a strong background in tropical farming systems with extensive farming systems research experience.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  PhD degree in Farming Systems
  Postdoctoral experience
  Teaching experience at the university level
  Research experience in tropical farming systems
  Learned publications
  Ability to attract and manage grants
  
  VACANCY - LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER (ASSOCIATE/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR)   
  
  AREA OF SPECIALIZATION
  Pomology (50% Teaching, 50% Research)
  
  The appointee is expected to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Pomology with emphasis on tropical fruits, but should also possess ability to teach courses in at least two of the following areas of horticulture: olericulture, post-harvest physiology, floriculture and turf grass science. The holder of this position should also be able to teach courses in statistics for agronomic experimentation. Appointee’s responsibilities include considerable field work. The successful candidate will supervise the research of undergraduate and postgraduate students and engage in outreach horticulture programmes.
  
  JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  The appointee is expected to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Pomology with emphasis on tropical fruits, but should also possess ability to teach courses in at least two of the following areas of horticulture:
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  PhD degree in Pomology
  Postdoctoral experience
  Teaching experience at the university level
  Strong research experience in pomology
  Learned publications
  Ability to attract and manage grants
  
  TO APPLY:
  The application process requires you to Subscribe to University of Ibadan [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
  NEXT -  TO APPLY CLICK LINK

Action Aid Nigeria... Recruiting

• Action Aid Nigeria... Recruiting
  
  
  
  The following vacancy below existing at Actionaid NigeriaVACANCY - PROJECT MANAGER
  Project Manager-Sustainable Mechanisms for Improving Livelihoods and Household Empowerment (SMILE)- FCT, NASARAWA, KOGI, BENUE, EDO
  
  The post holder who will be a member of the Country Management Team (CMT) of ActionAid Nigeria (AAN), will be reporting to the Programme Manager, Health and will be working from the SMILE project Head office in Benue. S/he will be the technical lead of SMILE project for ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) and will be responsible for ensuring implementation of the project in the states in line with outlined objectives.
   
  TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  Provide technical oversight and leadership in delivering all organizational development activities.
  Direct supervision of State Advisors embedded with the State Ministry of Women Affairs & Social Development (SMWASD) and support to Senior Program Managers strengthening CSOs.
  The Project Manager will make regular visits to the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs & Social Development (FMWASD) to ensure alignment with efforts at state level.
  Provide targeted technical assistance in carrying out organisation capacity assessment of the SMWASD in the project states
  Provide technical direction in mentoring, coaching and hands on support in establishing effective systems for planning, monitoring and coordination of the Orphans and Vulnerable Children’s response
  Submit monthly and quarterly reports on the activities of SMILE to AAN.
  Ensure that data is collected routinely and same uploaded in the SMILE Monitoring & Evaluation data base as well as the ActionAid Data Management System
  S/he will be responsible for delivering AAN’s component of SMILE Project.REPORTING AND ACCOUNTABILITY:
  Submit to Program Manager, Health timely informative reports, indicating performance in processes planned for the month and progress towards outputs and objectives of the SMILE Project.
  Submit situational and any other non-routine reports as and when required.
  Participate in programme meetings of the AAN SMILE Team, sharing experiences from the field, bringing up issues of general programme nature for collective decision making.
  Identify and recommend opportunities for collaboration and other forms of engagement by AAN outside the ambit of SMILE project.
  
  EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
  Degree in Social Sciences, Arts or Humanities is essential.
  Masters degree in a related field is essential.
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  At least 8 years minimum working experience is essential.
  4 years’ experience in a similar position with good demonstration of success in system strengthening of a government institution is essential
  In-depth understanding of Orphans & Vulnerable Children (OVC) issues and the surrounding policy environment both at state and national level is essential
  
  TO APPLY
  The application process requires you to Subscribe to Actionaid Nigeria [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
  NEXT - All interested candidates should Click Here to complete the application form accessed and send as an attachment to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org . Only electronically submitted forms will be entertained.
  
  ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women are particularly welcome.
  
  Closing date for receipt of applications is 6th June, 2013. While we respect all applicants, interview date will be communicated only to short listed candidates
  
  Applications should be submitted on or before 6 June, 2013

Exciting Careers Opportunities at University Of Ibadan - Nigeria

• Exciting Careers Opportunities at University Of Ibadan
  
  Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions in the University of Ibadan - Nigeria.
  
  VACANCY - NON ACADEMIC SENIOR STAFF
  JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE   
  Museum Education Officer/Museum Guide, University Cultural Heritage Museum
  Applicants must possess a good honours degree in Arts or related discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of six (6) years cognate experience in museum guide and education. Possession of relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
  
  JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  Applicants must be able to, among other things;
  Provide relevant information on the museum cultural objects, etc, to visitors
  Assist researchers/students in sourcing relevant data from the museum and sister museums
  Ensure proper digital and manual documentation of all museum objects; and
  Ensure the safety/protection of the museum items.
  CONTISS 08 (N682, 547.00 – N1,008, 831.00)
  
  VACANCY - MUSEUM CURATOR I, UNIVERSITY CULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM   
  
  Applicants must possess a good honours degree in Arts or related discipline from a recognized University, with at least ten (10) years cognate experience in Museum Management and Administration. Possession of relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
  
  REQUIREMENTS:
  Applicants must be able to, among other things;
  Develop standard procedures to preserve and protect artefacts in the museum
  Provide professional and technical support for museum collections and research
  Develop strategic plans including scope of work, schedule and cost estimates
  Plan and execute procedures for exhibits
  Arrange lectures/ seminars/ outreach programmes to generate/ formulate novel ideasand policies in accordance with global best practices
  Supervise and guide museum staff, volunteers and interns on curational duties
  CONTISS 08 (N682, 547.00 – N1,008, 831.00)
  
  VACANCY - REPRODUCTION AND AI MANAGER (DAIRY FARM), TEACHING AND RESEARCH FARM  
   
  Applicants must possess a degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or HND in Animal Production and Health. Applicants must also possess at least seven (7) years field experience in Animal Production or Veterinary practice and must have relevant field experience in Animal Reproduction (or be registered for a Postgraduate programme in Animal Reproduction at the University of Ibadan).
  CONTISS 09 (N788,784.00 – N1,142,410.00)
  
  VACANCY - CATERING OFFICER, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN NUTRITION   
  
  Applicants must possess a minimum of WASCE or its equivalent plus one of the following; City and Guilds certificate, M.I.M.A. or Diploma in Institutional Management, with three (3) years experience. Possession of OND or NCE in Human Nutrition or Home Economics will be an added advantage.
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N868, 105.00)
  
  VACANCY - PRINCIPAL TECHNOLOGIST, EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE CENTRE
     
  Applicants must possess a minimum of B.Sc. in Physics/ Electronics. In addition, applicants must either be an associate of the Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (AISLT) with at least ten (10) years experience or a Fellow of the Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (FSLT) with at least seven (7) years experience. Possession of a higher qualification will be an added advantage.
  CONTISS 11 (N984, 105.00 – N 1, 1, 386, 335.00 )
  
  VACANCY - TECHNOLOGIST II , DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
  
  Applicants must possess a Higher National Diploma registrable with COREN in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering, and must be computer literate. Knowledge of Microprocessor and Microcontroller/Computer Programming, Computer Hardware Maintenance and Repairs will be an added advantage.
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N868, 105.00)
  
  VACANCY - TECHNOLOGIST II (CHEMICAL STORE), DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY   
  
  Applicants must possess a minimum of Higher National Diploma (Chemical/Biochemistry option) and Associateship of the Institute of Science Technology (AINST).
  A good knowledge of computer operations will be an added advantage.
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N 868, 105.00)
  
  VACANCY - TECHNOLOGIST II , DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY
   
  Applicants must possess a Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) with option in Botanical Technique OR a B.Sc in Botany. Applicants must be associate members of the Nigerian Institute of Science Technology (AISLT).
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N868, 105.00)
  
  VACANCY - AGRICULTURAL SUPERINTENDENT, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
  
  Applicants must possess Higher National Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Agriculture with three (3) years relevant experience.
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N868, 105.00)
  
  VACANCY - VETERINARY REGISTRAR, VETERINARY TEACHING HOSPITAL (VTH)
  
  Applicants must possess a DVM qualification, and be duly registered with the Veterinary Council of Nigeria. Experience in Veterinary practice will be an added advantage.
  CONTISS 09 (N788, 784 – N1, 142, 410.00)
  
  VACANCY - PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICE
  
  Applicants must possess a minimum of West African School Certificate or its equivalent, must have successfully undergone three (3) years training programme and must have registered with the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology for the Technician Cadre.
  CONTISS 06 (N373, 557– N561, 843.00)
  
  VACANCY - MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST, UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICE
  
  Applicants must possess associateship of the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technologists. Relevant working experience and computer literacy will be an added advantage.
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N868, 105.00)
  
  VACANCY - TECHNOLOGIST II , MULTIDISCIPLINARY CENTRAL RESEARCH LABORATORY
   
  Applicants must possess HND/Final Diploma/B.Sc. in Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry/ Biochemistry Option) and must be registered with the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NIST). Relevant working experience involving sample preparation, chemical analysis and use of analytical equipment, proficiency in laboratory management and safety, and computer literacy will be an added advantage.
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N868, 105.00)
  
  VACANCY - CURATOR III, ZOOLOGICAL GARDEN 
  
  Applicants must possess a minimum of WASSCE/GCE/NECO O’L with passes in at least 5 papers including Biology/Agriculture plus three (3) years experience in Zoo/Animal keeping. Applicants must also possess additional qualifications such as HND/B.Sc in relevant fields.
  CONTISS 07 (N590,191.00 – N868, 105.00)
  
  TO APPLY:
  The application process requires you to Subscribe to  University Of Ibadan [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
  NEXT STEP - Candidates should forward applications, two (2) Photostat copies of their certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae (15 copies) stating: Full Names and Postal/E-mail Address, Date of Birth, Marital Status, State of Origin, Marital Status, Full Qualification(s) with Dates, working experience and names and address of three (3) Referees to reach the Deputy Registrar (Establishments), University of Ibadan, not later than six (6) weeks from the date of this publication. Candidates should also indicate in their Curriculum Vitae the positions applied for and their telephone numbers.
  
  Applicants are requested to inform their Referees to send Confidential Reports on them direct to the Deputy Registrar (Establishments), University of Ibadan, from whom further details may be obtained. They should also advise their Referees to state in their Confidential Reports, the positions applied for and the Departments/Units where the positions are based in the University.
  
  Only the applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
  
  O. I. Olukoya, MNIM, FPA
  Registrar

Nine-man gang attacks Fuji artiste, Pasuma, snatches car

• Nigerian Newspapers
  Nigerian Newspapers: Nine-man gang attacks Fuji artiste, Pasuma, snatches car
  Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  From: Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  A nine-man  gang attacked music artiste, Wasiu Alabi, aka Pasuma, in Ahmadiyya end of Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway on Monday night.
  
  The robbers snatched Pasuma’s Range Rover Sports Utility Vehicle with number plate Lagos, MUS 830AP, and dispossessed him of other valuables.
  
  PUNCH Metro learnt that the singer, in company with a friend, was on his way to a show when he was attacked by the culprits.
  
  It was learnt that some of the culprits forced their way into Pasuma’s vehicle and drove him around for over three hours before dumping him into a bush near Ota, Ogun State, and made away with the vehicle.
  
  An associate of the singer, who spoke with our correspondent on the telephone, said the incident occurred at about 9pm.
  
  The source Pasuma was not identified by the robbers because he hid his face.
  
  He said, “On Monday night, Pasuma was on his way to perform at a party but on getting to Ahmadiyya, he was attacked and the culprits took all his money and his mobile phones. His friend, who was in the car with him, was robbed as well.
  
  “The robbers then took control and drove Pasuma around for about three hours. While he was in their custody, Pasuma hid his face from them so the robbers did not know he was the one. When it was about 12 midnight, they dumped him and his friend in a bush at Itele area of Ogun State.”
  
  Our correspondent learnt that some sympathisers were able to help the victims to get transportation back home
  
  The matter was said to have been reported at the Lagos State Police Command headquarters while efforts were being made to recover the vehicle.
  
  When contacted on the telephone, the Police Public Relations Officer, Ngozi Braide, said the police had commenced investigations into the robbery.
  
  She said, “The Deputy Commissioner of Police, Tunde Sobulo, was informed and he sent signal to the control room. Efforts are on to recover the vehicle and apprehend the robbers.”

Emergency rule: Reps bar Jonathan from spending Adamawa, Borno, Yobe funds

• Nigerian Newspapers
  Nigerian Newspapers: Emergency rule: Reps bar Jonathan from spending Adamawa, Borno, Yobe funds
  Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  From: Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  President Goodluck Jonathan and the House of Representatives members are set to be on a collision course over the emergency rule in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa, as the chamber yesterday voted against the president using the statutory allocations to the states to fund the emergency rule.
  
  Relying on 305 of the 1999 Constitution, President Jonathan on May 9 declared a state of emergency in the three states. Both the House and the Senate last week approved the emergency rule.
  
  Section 3(e) of the Transmitted Emergency Powers (General) Regulations 2013 provides for the “utilisation of the funds of any state of local government in the emergency area.”
  
  The House had, during the consideration of the proclamation on Tuesday rejected the section, but a Conference Committee  that interfaced with the Senate approved it last Thursday.
  
  At yesterday’s session, the chamber said the president lacked the constitutional power to fund the emergency rule with the allocations of local governments and states concerned. A total of 194 of the 197 members that attended yesterday’s plenary asked the president to run the emergency with funds from the Federal Government purse.
  
  The lawmakers expressed disappointment at the manner with which their resolution of 21 May, 2013 on the utilization of the funds of the affected states and local governments were overruled at the conference committee of the two chambers.
  
  To demonstrate its seriousness that the presidency must stay away from the allocations belonging to the three states,  the chamber  deleted Section 3 (e) of the Transmitted Emergency Powers (General) Regulations.
  
  In addition, the lower chamber pleaded with the Senate to concur and adopt the new resolution.
  
  The motion was moved by Ibrahim El-Sudi (PDP, Taraba). He said the matter was constitutional and that by virtue of Section 305 of the Constitution as amended, the president was empowered to do declare a state o emergency in any part of the country.
  
  El-Sudi, who headed the ad hoc committee that investigated the near collapse of stock exchange last year stressed that in considering the details sent to the National Assembly, the House of Representatives resolved  resolved to appoint a six-member conference committee to meet with the Senate’s five-member team to harmonized differences if there was any.
  
  He recalled that when the conference committee of both chambers met on Tuesday, May 22, 2013 to considered areas of differences, the committee adopted the Senate version on the Proclamation Order.
  
  He said: “The committee also adopted clauses 3 © and (4) of Senate version of the Emergency Powers (General) Regulations 2013. The committee further adopted the addition of the words ‘in Public Order, Peace and Security’ and included the House version of clauses 1, 2, (3) and 5 © of the Emergency Powers along with the Explanatory Note.
  
  “Aware of the fact that Section 3 (e) of the Transmitted Emergency Powers (General) Regulations 2013, which provides, for the utilization of any funds of any state or local government in the emergency area’ was unanimously rejected and deleted by the House but retained by the conference committee of both chambers.
  
  “Further aware of the public outcry and outright opposition by majority of Nigerians especially indigenes of Borno, Yobe and Adamawa on the content of the above quoted regulation.
  
  “Mindful of a near consensus of opinion of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) and constitutional lawyers across the country regarding the constitutionality of the said action.
  
  “Further mindful of the provisions of Section 5 (2) of the Emergency Powers Act no. 1 of 1961 (as modified) which provides: ‘(2) Any such regulation. Order or rule may, without prejudice to the validity of anything lawful done there under, at anytime be amended or revoked by resolutions passed by both Houses…
  
  “Concerned that the Supreme Court of Nigeria has in a plethora of decided cases interpreted the intent and purport of Section 162 of the 1999 Constitution as amended on the finances of the states and local government of the federation and on whether Federal Government via National Assembly can validly make laws conferring power or imposing duties and state functionaries.
  
  “Further concerned that chapter 1, part 1 of the 1999 Constitution as amended, Nigeria is a federation and operates federalism as a system of government with states retaining a large measure of independence and autonomy.
  
  “Encouraged by the Supreme Court of Nigeria pet Niki Tobi in the case of A G, Abia versus A G, Federation (2004-2007) 3 LLRN pg 1360 at pg 1332 for the National Assembly to acquaint itself with the decision of the court on all matters relating to law referred to it avoid taking contrary action.
  
  “Further encouraged by the need to ensure that our laws, orders, resolutions or regulations are not in conflict with the 1999 Constitution as amended or any court decision which we all swore to preserve and protect.
  
  Minority Leader, Femi Gbajabiamila (ACN, Lagos), who supported El-Sudi said the constitution was clear, though the Supreme Court could reverse itself on earlier pronouncement in the light of new evidences and facts.
  
  He said: “But in this case, it was clearly stated that under no circumstances can the Federal Government seize the funds of states or local governments.”
  
  Gbajabiamila highlighted the frustration of the lawmakers on how their resolution of the utilization of funds was disregarded at the conference committee, saying: “I can’t understand why because, the outcome negated all the efforts put into the document by the House.”
  
  He, however, attributed the use of language as part of the problem of the document saying: “On the use of administration, if on one hand the administrator was given powers to carry out sweeping functions, what is there for the governors of the affected areas to administer?”
  
  The only voice against the motion, Kingsley Chanda (PDP, Rivers), who said situation in the affected areas was not normal as the constitution was suspended was shouted down by his colleagues.
  
  In his ruling, the Speaker, Aminu Tambuwal said the adoption of the harmonized version was accompanied with several voices about the impropriety of the document.
  
  When he called  for the voice vote, 194 lawmakers voted in favour  of the  motion.

Boko Haram’s leader, Shekau’s henchman killed

• Nigerian Newspapers
  Nigerian Newspapers: Boko Haram’s leader, Shekau’s henchman killed
  Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  From: Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  The Defence Headquarters yesterday confirmed the death of a terrorist believed to be a close associate of the Boko Haram leader,  Abubakar Shekau, just as two other terrorists connected to the sect leader are currently being held by the military.
  
  An update on the ongoing military operations in the North, signed by Director of Defence Information (DDI), Brigadier General Chris Olukolade in Abuja disclosed that the deceased terrorist died while running an errand for his leader, Shekau.
  
  Among the other two terrorists in the custody of the multinational Joint Task Force was a man confirmed to be a Nigerien national.
  
  “The three were in the process of crossing the border to the neighbouring Niger Republic through the Lake Chad.  The three have been confirmed to have operated in Baga and participated in perpetrating arson and other atrocities around the vicinity of the town.  They have been relocating from place to place since they left Baga last month,” the DHQ stated.
  
  It further disclosed that more troops of the police mobile force had joined the operations, as more towns were being secured in the operations to rid the nation’s territories of terrorist activities.

Boko Haram still killing people in Borno – Ndumu

• Nigerian Newspapers
  Nigerian Newspapers: Boko Haram still killing people in Borno – Ndumu
  Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  From: Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  Borno is reported to have active Boko Haram movement few weeks after President Jonathan declared it under state of emergency. In an interview with Abuja reporters, State Senator Ali Ndume revealed that Boko Haram’s violence is still rampant in areas without military presence.
  
  According to him, there is no means of communication because of the disruption of connection links by mobile phone operators.
  
  He cited the destruction of the primary school he attended as well as the murder of his reverend friend and news of killed businessman and his daughters.
  
  Ndume affirmed military’s actions in the state but pointed out Borno is huge and it cannot be dealt at once. He then appealed to everyone that it’s early to assess the situation and start taking the issue seriously.

My life under threat, Amaechi speaks out … after PDP suspends him

• Nigerian Newspapers
  Nigerian Newspapers: My life under threat, Amaechi speaks out … after PDP suspends him
  Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  From: Nigerian Newspapers Media – Nigeria
  
  Hours after PDP’s decision to suspend the party’s membership of Executive Governor of River State, Rt Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi for violating the Article 58 1 (b), (c), (h), and (m), Amaechi reacted by soliciting prayers from the citizens of the state against frantic people who he claimed were after his life.
  
  The reaction of governor reflected the strong opposition from his loyalists and some party officials who termed this as a continued supremacy of lawlessness in the party.
  
  He further commented on the desperation of his foes by stating that they may even come after his life. He therefore vowed to his supporters that when they pray, they must pray for him also to remain alive.
  
  Amaechi complained for not getting fair hearing from NWC committee. He further rejected the allegations of suspending Obio/ Akpor Council Executive and not reinstating him afterwards as he claimed to not even suspend him in the first place.
  
  He was of the view that The Rivers State House of Assembly had the power to suspend Obio/ Akpor Council Executive, whereas The State Assembly has authority to investigate the case.

Career Opportunity at Avaya

• Career Opportunity at Avaya
  Avaya is seeking to recruit vibrant candidate to fill the below position:
  
  VACANCY - PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
  
  TYPE: Full-time
  EXPERIENCE: Associate
  FUNCTIONS: Customer Service
  EMPLOYER JOB ID: 00004657
  JOB ID: 5723164
  Avaya is a global provider of business collaboration and communications solutions, providing unified communications, contact centers, networking and related services to companies of all sizes around the world.INDUSTRIES:
  Computer Networking, Information Technology and Services, Telecommunications
  
  JOB DESCRIPTION:
  Acts as a dedicated or designated liaison between the company and customers to improve customer satisfaction and to meet service level agreements. Responsible for the timely resolution of day to day problems and break/fix incidents for technical or operational issues.
  Work is performed with minimal direction and reviewed by senior management. Provides resolutions to a diverse range of complex problems.
  
  Must use, train, and serve as a subject matter expert on a wide range of tools to steam line efforts in troubled case management, escalation, reporting and customer stewardship.
  Posseses and maintains a clear understanding of key customer service entitlements and proactively monitors on a daily basis.
  Must ensure service plans align with revenue objectives.
  Must have a high level understanding of the company's products and be able to leverage technical resources to expedite problem resolution.
  
  Typically requires 5 to 8 years experience and a Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
  This job does not have supervisory responsibility.
  Configurations and customers are generally highly complex, strategic and/or global in nature.
  May team with any of the following to develop and implement an account management strategy that drives company revenue: account managers, project and program managers, engagement managers, systems engineers, sales team members, and service providers.
  
  Mothod of Application:
  The Application process requires you to Subscribe to Avaya  [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
  NEXT - To Apply Online Click Here
  
  Applications should be submitted on or before 6th June, 2013

Job Recruitment... MTN Nigeria

• Job Recruitment... MTN Nigeria
  MTN is Recruiting competent candidate for the below position:
  
  Vacancy - Broadband Systems Planning Engineer
  
  Division: Network Group
  Location: Lagos - Nigeria
  Job Conditions: Normal MTNN working conditions May be required to work extended hour
  Reporting To:     Team Lead, Broadband Systems Planning
  Employment Status: Permanent
  
  Job Description:
  Define the optimal network topology for the Packet Core / Mobile Broadband platforms (e.g. SGSN, GGSN, MME, SGw, PGw, W@P Gw, Radius Servers, DNS Servers, Data Optimization Nodes etc.) for the deployment of Data/Multimedia solutions and services to give MTNN competitive advantage.Execute prompt provisioning of network capacity for all the Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband network elements, features and protocols.
  
  Design and ensure the dimensioning of Packet Core / Mobile Broadband Network as well as new products and services to support marketing product.
  
  Plan, design and seek management’s approval for the implementation of future Data and Multimedia Solutions.
  
  Support the planning and designing of network architecture to optimally serve the growth of Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband Network in terms of traffic, subscribers and value added service capacity.
  
  Carry out feasibility studies for new products and produce a technical report to assist management make business decisions.
  
  Conduct analysis of network model outputs and traffic patterns to evaluate model and proffer solution if necessary within the Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband environment.
  
  Design and plan the evolution of Data Multimedia Solutions, such as Mobile Data, WAP, GPRS, Gy, Gx, Wifi, Wimax and other Third Party applications and services.
  
  Produce Functional and Technical Specification documents for new products and services.
  
  Participate in cross functional meetings with key stakeholders involved in the development and deployment of new Value Added Services in order to define best solutions for new products and services.
  
  Meet with vendors on new market releases and technology upgrade patch to ensure quick deployment of new and innovative products/services.
  
  Required Skills:
  Minimum of 4 years working experience in cellular industry comprising of:
  Experience with GSM, EDGE,WCDMA, HSDPA, HSPA, LTENetworks, Offload Technologies etc
  Technical experience in planning, design and working with GGSN, SGSN, W@P Gw, PCRF, Evolved Packet CoreMMSC and other DATA platforms
  Experience in products and services development and a good understanding of Mobile data services & roadmaps
  Knowledge of signaling systems C7,  MAP, SMPP, WAP, XML, HTTP, Diameter, GTP, etc.
  Experience with Statistics models and trending using Analytic/Modeling tools
  Basic knowledge of  the Online & Offline Charging Networks and Packet Core Network Platforms
  
  Qualification:
  A First Degree in Electrical Electronics , Computer Engineering or similar discipline
  
  Mothod of Application:
  The application process requires you to Subscribe to  MTN Nigeria [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
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  Applications should be submitted on or before 6/5/2013

Exsiting Vacacy in Ipas

• Exsiting Vacacy in Ipas
  Ipas is Currently recruiting fresh graduate for their vacant position below:
  
  Vacancy - Policy Consultant
  Location: Abuja,Nigeria
  
  Ipas, a global, non profit reproductive health organization  working in Nigeria,seeks a consultant in their policy  Unit.
  The Policy Unit conducts country lovel advocacy with the aim of seeking positive law reform in order to create an enabling environment that access to qualitative sexual and reproductive health services. The position is a three months consultancy with the posibility of renewal.The position is based in Abuja and is available immediately.
  
  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  The Policy consultant will coordinate and monitor dovelopment as it relates to law reform agenda in the National Assemble.
  This person will contribute to the development of stretegies,products and projects to improve the enabling environment in support of women ability to exercise their sexual and reproductive rights.
  S/He will assist the in carrying out  country - level  advocacy eforts and assist in contributing to law reform efforts.
  Liaise and make contant with legislators as well as  coordinate the series of one on one meetings with legislators in the National Assembly regarding the Violence Against Persons Bill which is currently pending in the senate.
  S/He will map the legislators in the National Assemble and identify those that are opinion leaders,planary speakers, bench warmers, nocturnal networkers.
  
  Minimum requirements for the position:
  1st degree in Law Social Sciences or related discipline.
  A Master's Experience will be an added advantage.
  3 - 5 years Experience in NGO related work and Research,monitoring and evaluation, legislative Advocacy etc.
  Excellent writting skills in English
  Good inter - Personal skills
  Proficiency in MS Office required.
  
  Mothod of Application:
  The application process requires you to Subscribe to Ipas [HR-Admin] For Jobs Notification in Your Mail Box using this Subscribe LINK-HERE & Check your E-mail inbox for a Verification message from ‘Feedburner E-Mail Subscriptions‘ immediately After Subscribing; to Activate Subscription!
  
  NEXT – Visit the career page on our website ipasalliance@ipas.org  and apply on-line.
  
  Applications should be submitted on or before 7th of june, 2013
  Ipas is an equal opportunity employer.

Crystal Palace back to Premier League

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  Africcon Media Report: Crystal Palace back to Premier League
  Africcon New Media – News
  
  From: Africcon Media – Nigeria
  
  Never have the lyrics of Crystal Palace's long-standing terrace anthem felt so apt. Sixties classic "Glad All Over" blared out of the Wembley address system as Martin Atkinson blew for the final whistle; Crystal Palace had become a Premier League club again.
  Sixteen years after leaving Watford and with three previous play-off final heartbreaks behind him, there could have been no-one in the Palace playing ranks more glad than their match-winner. At the tender age of 39, Kevin Phillips vanquished his former club to surely earn himself one more crack at the big time. Just as Arjen Robben erased his personal jinx in the Champions League final at Wembley on Saturday night, so Phillips finally put the pain of defeats with Sunderland, West Brom and Blackpool to bed with an extra-time spot-kick of unerring cool.
  
  "What a wonderful story," Palace boss Ian Holloway, a loser alongside Phillips with Blackpool in last season's play-off final, commented after the game. "Kevin Phillips hasn't won one…When I first came here, maybe I was the opposite of what they needed to take over. I don't think I got everything right. We had a terrible spell but it ain't over 'til it is over. Two or three weeks ago, we were going to get walloped when we went to Brighton [in the semi-final]. We end up in the Premier League which is unbelievable." And with Phillips' contract at Blackpool up this summer, Holloway made it quite clear where he wants his loan super-sub to be playing next year, adding: "I will keep signing him until he is nearly 50 or 60 if he keeps putting the ball in the net."
  
  The result was an underlining of Palace's penchant for the play-offs. Four-time winners, they claimed a third 1-0 victory in as many finals, Phillips taking his place alongside Neil Shipperley (2004) and David Hopkin (1997) in the Selhurst Park pantheon and taking the club back to the big time for the first time since 2005.
  
  Wembley had hosted the battle for club football's most prestigious prize two days earlier, but on this sunny afternoon in North-West London it was the sport's most profitable prize up for grabs. Appropriately coming on England's Bank Holiday Monday, Palace's promotion to the Premier League secured a boost to their coffers that is expected to total £120 million.
  
  How sweet it must feel for all those involved with Palace. For fans and employees who watched them plunge into the nadir of bankruptcy in 2010, the ownership of quartet Jeremy Hosking, Martin Long, Steve Parish and Stephen Browett has seen the club rise like an Eagle from the flames. Sitting on a neighbouring desk in the press box, the Palace communications' team embraced and cheered as passionately as the supporters who surrounded them. The prospect of organising trips to Old Trafford and Emirates Stadium is unquestionably more appealing than that of Bournemouth's Dean Court and Yeovil's Huish Park.
  
  Palace's promotion has been achieved against a penurious backdrop. Reliant on their much-admired academy, Wilfried Zaha and Jonathan Williams may have been the only alumni to start at Wembley, but the likes of Sean Scannell, Nathaniel Clyne and Victor Moses also deserve a mention for playing a role in rebuilding the club on the pitch following the narrow avoidance of the financial abyss three years ago. Zaha joins those former Eagles in flying the nest this summer but his final contributions in a Palace shirt provided a platform that may give the club more hope of holding onto its talented youngsters in the future.
  
  The two-goal hero of the play-off semi-final win against rivals Brighton, Zaha took centre stage again at Wembley. More Nani than Cristiano Ronaldo at present, the Englishman's rawness - manifested in a lack of end product at times - may frustrate some at Old Trafford next season but his direct running and nimble feet should allow for some leniency from the Manchester United faithful. Brought down for the penalty, he was rewarded for his persistence, providing what Hollway described as "a little moment of genius" deep into extra-time.
  
  "I think he [Zaha] has been the difference," Watford manager Gianfranco Zola reflected. "In games like this when it has been very balanced and very tense, what makes the difference is the individuality of the player. He creates the penalty from nothing. I never questioned the abilities of Zaha, never, he has got a lot of ability. Now he has a big task because he is going to play for the champions. I am sure he will learn. He can go very far because the boy has got a lot of talent."
  
  Zaha and Palace will have no long goodbye as a reunion awaits next season. But if the £15 million they received for him in January looked good business, it will never compare to the decision to keep him until the end of the season. Promotion to the Premier League: £120 million. Feeling Glad All Over in the Wembley sunshine: Priceless.
  
  MAN OF THE MATCH: Wilfried Zaha. Had he not been on the losing team, Manuel Almunia would have been a deserving recipient after proving Aaron Wilbraham's personal nemesis. But it is United new boy Zaha who really caught the eye. Yes, he often looked raw, with moments of skill not complemented by quality end product. But his was a spark that was still evident when winning the penalty in extra-time, with Watford right-back Marco Cassetti likely to be having nightmares until his plane touches down back in Udine this summer.
  
  CRYSTAL PALACE VERDICT: The better team on the day, building on the momentum that the shock 2-0 semi-final win at Brighton gave them. There were times that desperate defending was needed, Damien Delaney proving the master of the last-ditch tackle on several occasions. But with Zaha giving their attack some zest, Palace carved out the best openings after a forgettable first half. Still, this current squad will not survive the rigours of the Premier League. Holloway must be given money to spend and strengthen or an immediate return to the second tier awaits.
  
  WATFORD VERDICT: The last few weeks have been an exhilarating ride for Watford fans, robbed of automatic promotion on the final day of the season before the late drama of the victory over Leicester in the play-off semi-finals. Ultimately it is disappointment them, after Zola's side failed to turn up at Wembley. Their glamorous, continental contingent are the antithesis to Palace's homegrown core but were not a match for the South-East Londoners. Uncertainty surrounds the return of the raft of loanees to their parent clubs, but there are many positives to be drawn from the Hornets' season, not least that Zola - one of the most aesthetically pleasing footballers to have graced the Premier League - has proven adept at building a team in his image, capable of producing among the best football in the division.

Falcao: Atletico has been like a dream

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  Africcon Media Report: Falcao: Atletico has been like a dream
  Africcon New Media – News
  
  From: Africcon Media – Nigeria
  
  The Colombian has spent two years at the Vicente Calderon and has enjoyed every minute of his stay in the Spanish capital but refused to confirm his exit
  
  Radamel Falcao said that his stay at Atletico Madrid since joining Porto has been "like a dream".
  
  The Colombia forward is set to complete a €60 million switch to Monaco this summer, having helped the capital club win the Europa League, the European Super Cup and the Copa del Rey in a two-year spell.
  
  Falcao is expected in the Principality this week for a medical ahead of completing the deal.
  
  "I'm very grateful for these two years at Atletico Madrid," the 27-year-old told W Radio.
  
  "I never expected to win three titles in so short time, this has been like a dream. Yesterday I lived a very emotional moment I had never lived before with the fans and a club.
  
  "I will never forget it and I don't know how to give them thanks."
  
  However, Falcao refused to confirm that he would leave the club in the summer: "Right now, I can't talk about my future, there will be time later."
  
  Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo also denied a deal for Falcao has been completed: "Falcao is yet Atletico's player. He is going to play a match [against Zaragoza] and after we talk about his future."
  
  Meanwhile, Colombia are set to play Argentina on June 8 as their bid to qualify for the World Cup continues and Falcao is confident his nation can prevail in the clash.
  
  He said: "Colombia have a great team with the capability to play in any field, any time, against any rival but we need to be discreet and think about what can we do against Argentina."

Napoli sign Rafa Benitez

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  Africcon Media Report:  Napoli sign Rafa Benitez
  Africcon New Media – News
  
  From: Africcon Media – Nigeria
  
  
  The Spaniard, who recently had a seven-month stint at Chelsea, was unveiled as the new coach of the Partenopei following the club president's message on Twitter
  
  Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has announced the signing of former Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez via Twitter.
  The former Blues interim manager, who won the Europa League this season, is set to take over from Walter Mazzarri who left the Partenopei to join Inter after coach Andrea Stramaccioni was sacked for a disappointing ninth-placed finish this term.
  
  De Laurentiis revealed through Twitter that he was delighted to land the 53-year-old.
  
  He said: "Rafa Benitez is the new coach of Napoli. A man of great international experience. A leader."
  
  The Spaniard has coached in Italy before, but had a rather unsuccessful spell at Inter lasting just six months in the job after inheriting Jose Mourinho's treble-winning side.
  
  The club released an official statement on their website saying: "Rafa Benitez is the new coach of Napoli. An agreement was signed [on Monday] in London.
  
  "Napoli are happy to welcome a coach so prestigious to our own family. A welcome also to his collaborators."