Boko Haram armed group denies losing Nigeria Battle

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Africcon Blogspot Report: Boko Haram armed group denies losing Nigeria Battle

The Boko Haram armed group has claimed that a military offensive launched against it by the Nigerian military is failing.

"My fellow brethren from all over the world I assure you that we are strong, hale and hearty since they launched this assault on us following the state of emergency declaration," Abubakar Shekau, the group's leader, said in a video released on Wednesday.

Shekau's statement was the first since President Goodluck Jonathan declared a state of emergency on May 14 in three northeastern states worst hit by the Boko Haram-led insurgency.

"When they launch any attack on us you see soldiers fleeing and throwing away their weapons like a rabbit that is been hunted down," Shekau added, speaking in a mixture of Arabic and the Hausa language common in northern Nigeria. He was dressed in camouflage with an AK-47 rifle resting behind him.

Shekau asked his brethren in Iraq, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Syria to join what he called Boko Haram's Holy War.

It was not clear when the video was recorded, but the mention of the state of emergency dates it to after May 14.

Thousands of extra troops were sent to the region and Boko Haram camps were hit with air strikes. The military has since claimed that insurgents have been halted.

The military intervention followed a surge in violence in Nigeria's northeast by Boko Haram, which wants to establish an Islamic state there, but Shekau denied he was losing the battle.

Military surge

The military assault in the semi-deserts along the borders with Cameroon, Chad and Niger is Jonathan's biggest effort yet to end the insurgency. Security sources said soldiers from Niger and Cameroon were also involved.

Nigeria's population of 170 million is split roughly evenly between Christians, who dominate in the south, and Muslims, who are the majority in the north.

Boko Haram and other armed groups such as the al-Qaeda-linked Ansaru have become the biggest risk to stability in Nigeria, Africa's top oil producer and second largest economy.

Western governments are concerned that Nigerian Islamists are strengthening ties with al-Qaeda linked groups in the Sahel, drawing on weapons from recent Libyan and Malian conflicts.

The military has said it has arrested more than 100 fighters, freed hostages and killed several Boko Haram members in recent days.

Shekau said only seven Boko Haram members have been killed since the offensive began.

Nigeria's defence ministry said last week that the armed group had been dislodged but security experts doubt it will be easy to defeat an enemy adept at re-arming and counter-attacking in remote regions where they have operated for years.

At least 28 students and one teacher burnt in an attack by gunmen on a boarding school.

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At least 28 students and one teacher burnt in an attack by gunmen on a boarding school.

At least 28 students and one teacher have been killed in an attack by gunmen on a boarding school in Nigeria's northeast.

Survivors being treated for burn and gunshots wounds said some students were burned alive in the attack on the Government Secondary School in Mamudo town in Yobe state early on Saturday.

As he wept over the bodies of his two boys, farmer Malam Abdullahi swore he would withdraw three remaining sons from a nearby school.

He complained there was no protection for students despite the deployment of thousands of troops since the government declared a state of emergency mid-May in three northeastern states.

Yvonne Ndege, our correspondent in Abuja, said the attack had the markings of the Boko Haram group who are known for attacking schools and are against western education.

"People are going to be questioning how effective the military operation against the Boko Haram group has been.

"It is worth noting that military has been suggesting all along that they are winning the war. But one of the problems for journalists is that is hard to get information from the area, because mobile and satellite phones have been blocked so it is almost impossible to cross-check what the miltary is saying with civilian accounts," our correspondent said.

The Result For Candidate into The Nigerian Defence Academy is Out

NIGERIAN DEFENCE ACADEMY
ARMED FORCES SELECTION BOARD FOR THE 65TH REGULAR COURSE

The candidates whose names appear in this publication were successful at the Nigerian Defence Academy Entrance Examination held on Saturday 18 May 2013
They are to appear for interview before an Armed Forces Selection Board (AFSB) from Saturday 29 Jun - 9 Aug 2013 at the Nigerian Defence Academy (Old Site), Kaduna.  Click HERE to View

Buhari Speak - Why I Did Not Promote Myself To General As Nigeria’s Head Of State

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Africcon Blogspot Report: The A former Head of State - Buhari

— Why I Did Not Promote Myself To General As Nigeria’s Head Of State


The Former Head of State, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (Rtd) has given insight into why he remained a Major General rather than promote himself to the rank of full General while he reigned as Nigeria’s Head of State between December 31, 1983 and August 27, 1985.
Speaking in Zaria on Friday at the presentation of the books, “Nigerian Military in Politics, 1966-2011″ and “Politics of Transition to Civil Rule In Nigeria”, Mr. Buhari said rather than promote himself after getting to power,  he was more concerned with how to rebuild Nigeria and enthrone a regime of justice , accountability and transparency.

He said he also believed the fact that his colleagues in the military asked him to lead the country did not make him the overall general of the armed forces.

“It was the conviction of our regime that, being the Head of State and Commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces, it does not mean that you are the overall General,” Mr. Buhari, who spoke on military incursion in Nigerian politics, said.
“My ultimate goal as at then was to ensure the integrity, justice, equity, accountability and transparency in the system. That was why I did away with unnecessarily promoting myself to General.”
Apart from Major General Johnson Thomas Aguiyi-Ironsi, who ruled Nigeria between January 16, 1966 and July 19, 1966 (when he was killed in a bloody military coup), all other military predecessors and successors of Mr. Buhari were full Generals.
No matter their ranks, they were quick in promoting themselves to General on assumption of office as heads of state.
From Yakubu Gowon (August 1, 1966- July 29, 1975) who became head of state  while he was lieutenant colonel, to Murtala Muhammed (July 29, 1975 – February 13, 1976), Olusegun Obasanjo (February 13, 1976-October 1, 1979) Ibrahim Babangida (August 27, 1985-August 27, 1993), Sani Abacha (November 17, 1993-June 8, 1998) and Abdulsalami Abubakar (June 8, 1998- May 29, 1999), whose ranks ranged between Brigadier and Major General before getting to power,  all Nigeria’s military leaders left or were forced out as Generals.
Mr. Buhari was asked to take over as head of state in 1983 after officers, led by Ibrahim Babangida, toppled the administration of the democratically elected President Shehu Shagari.

For the about two years he was in power, he broke tradition by refusing to promote himself to the rank of General. It was as Major General that his regime was sacked by dissident officers, again led by  Mr. Babangida, in 1985.
Mr. Buhari was  then detained in Benin till 1988.
But Less than two years after getting to office, Mr. Babangida promoted himself to full general. That  tradition of self-promotion continued through Mr. Abdulsalami, who retired as General in 1999, after handing over power to Mr. Obasanjo, who had a second coming as civilian president.
Back to the books presentation, Mr. Buhari, who unsuccessfully contested for the office of president in 2003, 2007 and 2011, said past military regimes were dogged by corruption and abuse of office.

He said the military had no place in politics but that past interventions were due to the failure of politicians to respect the rule of law and avoid “corruption and lack of accountability”.
The chairman of the occasion and former Secretary-General of the defunct Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Aliyu Umar, described the books as important resource materials in the study of Nigerian politics.
“The two books are reflection of the present Nigerian political scenario,” he said.
The books were published by Nuhu Ramalan, the head of political science department, Federal College Education, Zaria.

The road ( Lagos-Ibadan Expressway ) which is about 127.8 kilometers will be Completed In 4 Years

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Africcon Blogspot Report: The road ( Lagos-Ibadan Expressway ) which is about 127.8 kilometers will be Completed In 4 Years

The President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Yesterday disclosed that the reconstruction of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway was withdrawn from the Bi Courtney Company due to evident non performance by the construction firm.

The road which is about 127.8 kilometers will cost N167 billion.
Jonathan stated this during the flagging-off ceremony for the reconstruction of the expressway.
The new companies that will be handling the reconstruction  are Julius Berger Plc and Reynold Construction Company, RCC.
President Jonathan  arrived the venue in the same helicopter marked Nigerian Air Force NAF 540 with Governor Ibikunle Amosun at exactly 10:15am, with the Governor later complaining that he was not officially informed about the ceremony. According to him, he learnt about it on TV.

Earlier before his arrival, the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar had arrived in a Police helicopter marked 5N- KSH at 10:00am followed by the Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Azubuike Ihejirieka who was on Nigerian Army helicopter marked NAF 573 accompanied by another Army helicopter, NAF 571.
Speaking at the event, which was turned into a political carnival by the South West PDP,  Jonathan however dampened enthusiasm when he revealed that the road will be completed in the next 48months, meaning the agony on the road will  ontinue till 2017. Jonathan sued for patience by the road users.
“This road is very important to us because it is the busiest road in Africa and fifty percent of the economic activities in the countty are carried out between Lagos and Ogun States. The reconstruction was also being  necessitated by the increasing level of carnage or death tolls along the express road”, Jonathan stated.
He later commended the governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun for the infrastructural development his administration has embarked upon, which according to him, has changed the face of Ogun State.

In his address at the event, Governor Amosun  lauded the federal government for the bold step, charging them to extend the gesture   to other major roads in the State which are also important for everyday business of the people.

According to Amosun:  “I have to commend the federal government for the bold step taken in ensuring that this road is being attended to, but I have to let Mr President know that there are two other major roads that need urgent attention in the State. The 25 kilometre Sagamu-Mosimi-Ikorodu road and Sagamu Interchange- Papalanto road. It is worthy to be noted that about 70percent of the petroleum products used in the country is being lifted from Mosimi area while Papalanto area is where the Olorunsogo Power Plant is being located. The federal government should as a matter of urgency come to these roads for the benefits of all the people”.
Among the dignitaries at the event are the Minister for Works, Arch. Mike Onolememen, Minister of State for Works, Ambassador Bashir Yuguda, Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Works, Dr. A.K. Muhammed.

Party leaders and supporters from the southwestern States of Nigeria were at the event which was marred with political rivalry that nearly ended in a fight.
President Jonathan left the venue at exactly 11:15am accompanied by  Governor Ibikunle Amosun

Vacancy - Internal Audit - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Organization: indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria

Job Title: Internal Audit - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Our client, Is a leading indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for global outreach

Employment Status: Permanent
Locations: Lagos, Nigeria


Job Description    

• Take responsibility for ensuring effective implementation of compliance with the organisation 's control policies and procedures in all areas (financial transactions, operational activities and IT systems).
• Provide assurance to executive management on the effectiveness of financial and operational processes, business application systems, IT infrastructure, and internal control systems in the Head Office and all locations.

Reporting To;     Head, Internal Control

Job Qualification/Responsibilities    

• Drive the execution of internal audit engagements in accordance with professional audit standards and the organisation's audit programme.
• Conduct identification of key risk areas with regards to financial transactions, operational activities and IT systems
• Develop the annual risk-based audit plan, and the internal audit engagement process
• Lead the execution of audit reviews in accordance with professional audit standards and organisation's audit requirements
• Develop internal audit schedules for the unit and ensure optimal deployment of resources to priority audit areas
• Propose internal audit activities, plans and resource requirements to the Head, Internal Control for approval
• Conduct assigned audit exercises in line with professional and ethical standards
• Ensure the implementation of the internal audit methodology for individual projects, monitor implementation of management objectives and provide recommendations for improvement where appropriate.

• A good first degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or an IT-related discipline.
• Postgraduate degree in a related field
• Minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience, with at least two (2) years in a middle management role.
• Relevant professional qualifications i.e CISA, CIA, CPA

• Good knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting and financial reporting requirements of regulatory agencies (SEC, state regulatory bodies, etc.)
• Detailed knowledge and ability to identify key internal control points in a system or process
• Sound knowledge of financial/ IT controls and systems.
• Ability to identify fraud indicators and investigation techniques
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Very good attention to detail
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

To Apply    

Interested candidates should please apply with the job title as the subject of your e-mail and send you current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and saved with your full names) to recruitment@hcp-ng.com

Vacancy - Head, Internal Audit - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Organization: indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria

Job Title: Head, Internal Audit - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Our client, Is a leading indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for global outreach

Employment Status:  Permanent

Locations: Lagos, Nigeria


Job Description    

• Responsible for promoting control consciousness, assurance and sound business ethics including compliance culture across the company
• This position plays a key role in the review and development of policies, implementation of internal controls

Reporting To;     Board of Directors

Job Qualification/Responsibilities    

• Development and implement sound independent control policies and standards covering all sources of risks (financial and non-financial) for the company and its subsidiaries
• Responsibility for the integrity of financial and non-financial records of the company including application systems
• Performance of specific risk based independent control functions with material and operational risk impact
• Review and certification of all new processes and products of the company for control adequacy before implementation
• Ensure policy and regulatory compliance
• Creating and maintaining a world class internal control system and control culture in the company and its subsidiaries
• Actively participates in the development of Internal Control policies ensuring that they are relevant to the organisation
• Develop and implement appropriate operating procedures to ensure compliance with global policies and local laws.
• Ensure compliance with existing organisation financial policies and procedures, identifying & proposing modifications as needed.
• Implement a national strategy to meet organisation Standards of related to financial and administrative issues.

• A good first degree preferably in a numerate discipline. An MBA or any other higher degree will be an added advantage.
• Relevant professional certifications are an added advantage
• Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant experience in Internal Control with at least 5 years is in a management position
• Past working experience in the Big 4 Professional Service Organisation is an added advantage

• Core Business Processes
• Industry knowledge
• Audit and fiscal analysis
• Oil and gas Operations
• Oil and gas services/products
• Risk management

• Policy interpretation skills
• Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills
• Attention to details
• Reasoning and analytical skill.
• Conceptual skills
• Administration and management skills

Apply    

Interested candidates should please apply with the job title as the subject of your e-mail and send you current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and saved with your full names) to recruitment@hcp-ng.com

Vacancy - Company Secretary - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Organization: indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria

Job Title: Company Secretary - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Our client, Is a leading indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for global outreach

Employment Status:Permanent

Locations: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Description    

This role will be responsible for all the organization's secretarial, legal and governance matters. There are three main areas of focus for this role, the Board of Directors, the Company and the Shareholders.

Reporting To;     Group Managing Director, Executive Management Committee and Board of Directors

Job Qualification/Responsibilities    

• Company Meeting Management and Due Diligence - Attend the meetings of the company, the Board of Directors and its committees, rendering all necessary secretarial services in respect of meetings

• Compliance - Advising on compliance by the meetings within the applicable rules and regulations

• Administration - Ensure the proper custody of the statutory and other books of the company, such as register of charges and account books, register and index of members, register of Directors and Secretaries

• Records Keeping

• A good law degree from a reputable institution.

• Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association is essential. An MBA or any other higher degree will be an added advantage.

• Minimum of twelve (12) years' post-qualification experience in a reputable public or private sector organisation with at least five (5) years' company secretarial working experience, should be able to work with minimal supervision.

• ICSAN professional qualification will be an added advantage.

• Analytical thinking and conceptual thinking

• Organizational commitment.

• Influencing and communication skills

• Strong business acumen

• Highly motivated and the ability to work under tight deadlines

• Team player with excellent personnel management skills.

• Strong communications skills to work across departments and with various levels of management.

• Experience in working with Microsoft office suite.

• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and function smoothly under strict deadlines and shifting priorities.

• Ability to think strategically and to envision and balance.

Apply    

Interested candidates should please apply with the job title as the subject of your e-mail and send you current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and saved with your full names) to recruitment@hcp-ng.com

Vacancy - Personal Assistants to The GMD - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Organization: indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria
Job Title: Personal Assistants to The  GMD - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Our client is a leading indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for global outreach

Locations: Port-Harcourt, Nigeria
Employment Status:Permanent

Locations: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Description    
To provide high quality executive support to the Group Managing Director. The role will enable the GMD to optimize time and efficiency by effectively dealing with secretarial projects and administrative tasks.

Reporting To;     Group Managing Director

Job Qualification/Responsibilities    
• Administration - Schedule and prepare conference engagements, being heavily involved in business planning and development
• Logistics and travel Arrangements - Arranging travel and accommodation, and provide comprehensive PA support including diary and travel. He/she will also provide comprehensive PA support including diary and travel logistics.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight timelines
• Understanding of need for confidentiality
• Ability to multitask

• Good first degree in any related discipline
• Previous experience supporting executive management level

• IT skills – Microsoft office suite
•Methodical with attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skill
• Strong Leadership and influencing skills
• Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Flexible approach to role and requirement

Apply    

Interested candidates should please apply with the job title as the subject of your e-mail and send you current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and saved with your full names) to recruitment@hcp-ng.com

Vacancy - Financial Accountant - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Organization: indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria

Jb Title: Financial Accountant - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Our client is a leading indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for global outreach

Locations: Port-Harcourt, Nigeria
Employment Status:Permanent

Locations: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Description   
To manage and analyse financial control systems and processes with professional expertise so as to deliver prompt and quality results.

Reporting To;     Head, Financial Accounting Shared Services

Job Qualification/Responsibilities   
• Managing Cashflow - Overseeing cash collection to improve effectiveness and reporting projected cashflows on a daily/weekly basis
• Oversee accounting, financial reporting and compliance - Maintain all accounting records, inputting transactions promptly and accurately and ensurig adequate systems, processes and controls are in place to ensure the reliability of the financials
• Managing Sales Ledger - Maintaining the sales ledger, monitoring distributors against agreed sale targets and ensuring regular reconciliation of statements with customers and taking action quickly to resolve differences.
• Managing Banking and Payments - Managing the bank accounts, reporting balances and reconciling daily.

• First degree in Accounting or any other relevant course
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a commercial environment.
• Proven financial accountant experience within a fast paced environment.
• Proven experience of managing financial control systems and processes

• IT skills – Microsoft office suite with emphasis on Excel (Intermediate/Advance)
• Experience in SAP would be an added advantage
• Strong analytical skills, high level of accuracy, methodical with attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong eadership and influencing skills
• Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Flexible approach to role and requirements

Apply   

Interested candidates should please apply with the job title as the subject of your e-mail and send you current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and saved with your full names) to recruitment@hcp-ng.com

Vacancy - Project Accountant - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Organization: indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria

Job Title: Project Accountant - (Oil & Gas Industry)

Our client is a leading indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for global outreach

Locations: Port-Harcourt, Nigeria
Employment: Status:Permanent

Job Description    
Provision of Accounting and commercial support to projects to ensure delivery on time, for value and within budget.

Reporting To;     Projects & Budget Co-coordinator

Qualification/Responsibilities    
• Ensuring that all financial transactions of the project are captured, accounted for and processed through appropriate accounting processing tools • Manage interfaces with Planning, Supply Chain, Subcontractors and Budget owners olders in a way that helps to build a shared vision.
• Provide accurate, timely and quality management information on actual performance to Project team and other stakeholders
• Provide support to the project team in financial qualification evaluation, milestone structuring, processing of Project bank guarantees and tax information
•Actively participate in project progress review meetings involving PMT and client.

• B.Sc in Accounting, Finance or any numerate course
• 3-5 years experience in a similar role
• Professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage.
• Proven financial accountant experience within a fast paced environment.
• Proven experience in project accounting

• IT skills – Microsoft suite with emphasis on Excel (Intermediate)
• Experience in SAP would be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, high level of accuracy, methodical with attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Flexible approach to role and requirements

Apply    

Interested candidates should please apply with the job title as the subject of your e-mail and send you current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and saved with your full names) to recruitment@hcp-ng.com

Oil & Gas EPC - RECRUITING

Organization: indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria

Executive Director - Finance (Oil & Gas Industry)

Our client is a leading indigenous oil & gas EPC solution provider in Nigeria with an unstoppable quest for global outreach

Locations:    Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Status :    Permanent

Job Description   
To develop and deliver consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives..

Reporting To;     Group Managing Director

Job Qualification / Responsibilities   

• Ensure the group has a long-range strategy which achieves its mission and vision and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress.
• Formulate strategies and developmental plans for the financial growth of Organisation
• Acquisition of credit facilities to finance operations
• Provide leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and carry out plans and policies authorized by the board.
• Inform the board on the conditions of the organization and all important factors influencing it.
• Work with the staff, Finance Committee, and the board in preparing a budget; see that the organization operates within budget guidelines.

• First degree in any related discipline
• At least 15 years experience in a senior management role for an oil and gas company
• Relevant Professional qualififcation ACA, ACCA
• Strong Leadership and influencing skills
• Able to work under pressure and to meet deadline


Apply   

Interested candidates should please apply with the job title as the subject of your e-mail and send you current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document and saved with your full names) to recruitment@hcp-ng.com

Vacancy - Head Project Secretariat

Organization: Project Secretariat

Vacancy - Head Project Secretariat (ES0053)   
Employment Status:     The tenure of engagement will be initially for two (2) years.   

 

The Company
A Project Secretariat is being established within a Financial Services Regulator in Abuja, Nigeria. The Secretariat will support the implementation of a Financial Services Project, as well as perform the data gathering analysis and management functions.

Locations :    Abuja, Nigeria

Job Description    
Reporting to the Head, Financial Services Regulator, the successful candidate will provide leadership for the Secretariat and collaborate with both the Strategy Coordination and Data Managers. Inherent in this will be to ensure that the identified stakeholders perform their assigned roles and responsibilities, so as to enhance the achievement of the goals and targets of the Financial Services Project. He/she will also oversee the Data Management Office and ensure the development of the methodologies for regular data gathering from departments within the Financial Services Regulator, external agencies and other stakeholders.

Reporting To;     Head, Financial Services Regulator

Qualification/Responsibilities    
• Provide overall strategic leadership to the Project Secretariat with emphasis on bringing relevant stakeholders to the table and setting the agenda for implementing the Project.
• Oversee the Secretariat's day-to-day activities, as well as engage directly with Directors of the functional departments within the Financial Services Regulator and other stakeholders.
• Manage strategic partnerships and external stakeholders on behalf of the Regulator.
•Manage and interact with the other departments within the Regulator to ensure their continued commitment to the delivery of the Project and also work effectively with external partners.
• Represent the Secretariat across internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as the Secretary to the Advisory and Steering Committees of the Secretariat.

• A first degree in Business, Finance, Agriculture, Economics or other Social Sciences, from a reputable institution. A relevant Master's degree is essential
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years' cumulative experience within the financial sector, ten (10) of which should be in a similar function and at senior management level.
• Strong knowledge and proven track record in the financial services sectors such as Microfinance, SME Financing, Retail Banking, Mobile Money, etc.
• Experience in converting stratgic plans into actionable outputs.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and proficiency in other statistical software packages

• Excellent financial management and project management skills, with the ability to manipulate and analyse complex data sets.
• Highly numerate, with a strong quantitative background.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders at a very senior level both internally and externally.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to be flexible and versatile in a challenging environment, while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.
• Strong ethics and integrity.

To apply, interested candidates should:
1. Visit the recruitment page of HCP website: www.hcp-ng.com/resourcing
2. Download the Standard Application Form.
3. Quote the appropriate reference number as the subject of your e-mail and send both your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document, and saved with your full names) and the application form to recruitment@hcp-ng.com not later than 31 July 2013.

Please include in your application, a statement of how you meet the advertised criteria, as well as names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy - Data Manager

Organization: Project Secretariat
Employment Status:     The tenure of engagement will be initially for two (2) years.
Vacancy - Data Manager (ES0055)   

The Company
A Project Secretariat is being established within a Financial Services Regulator in Abuja

, Nigeria. The Secretariat will support the implementation of a Financial Services Project, as well as perform the data gathering analysis and management functions.

Locations: Abuja, Nigeria

Job Description    
Reporting to the Head, Project Secretariat, the successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the development of the appropriate methodologies for regular data gathering from functional departments within the Regulator and external agencies; conduct analysis; and disseminate the information to the public. He/she will also undertake steps that enable appropriate linkages with stakeholders for the purpose of regular reporting of activities in their sectors and distilling this information in order to measure progress towards the targets set by the Project..

Reporting To ;     Head, Project Secretariat

Qualification/Responsibilities    
• Provide strategic direction for the data collection and analysis function of the Project.
• Develop strategies to provide tools for analysing data that addresses policy related issues.
• Design processes and templates for data collection from a range of sources, which requires working collaboratively with external stakeholders.
• Maintain an appropriate database for reports and outputs of the Project.
• Liaise with external agencies to identify new data collection initiatives and generate professional high quality documents under tight time constraints.
• Develop relevant methods that include data gathering to track and monitor progress towards achieving the Project targets.
• Conduct gap analysis using data from the Regulator and external providers, and knowledge of the Nigerian financial market to determine where policy and regulation can further support the development of the market
• Work closely with the functional departments within the Regulator as well as other external stakeholders in the design and collection of the relevant data.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly reports for relevant Committees of the Project

• A first degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Engineering or other related disciplines. A Master's degree would be an advantage.
• Minimum of ten (10) years' cognate experience within the financial sector of which seven (7) should be in a similar function at senior management level.
• Experience in using data to address financial sector policy related issues.
• Ability to interpret and analyse large volumes of supply and demand data from financial institutions.
• Technical expertise in undertaking research and conducting complex analysis.
• Strong analytical and logical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to use and interpret data to help make evidence-based policy decisions.
• Familiarity with analytical tools for assessing progress towards achieving the objectives of the Project.
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic plans
• Demonstrable strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate technical findings clearly and concisely.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office and other statistical software packages.



To apply, interested candidates should:
1. Visit the recruitment page of HCP.
2. Download the Standard Application Form.
3. Quote the appropriate reference number as the subject of your e-mail and send both your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document, and saved with your full names) and the application form to recruitment@hcp-ng.com not later than 31 July 2013.

website:    www.hcp-ng.com/resourcing

Please include in your application, a statement of how you meet the advertised criteria, as well as names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting Field Engineers

Employer:  Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting

Vacancy - Field Engineers Needed

     
A Reputable ISP in Lagos, Nigeria due to its expansion requires the services of Field Engineers for immediate employment

VACANCY - FIELD ENGINEERS (Ref: 04)

B. Engineering or related fields with a minimum of 3 - 4 years experience in similar position from same industry required.
CCNA, CCNP, etc a plus

TO APPLY
Send all CVs within 1 week to recruit@cobranet.org
Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted

Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting Personnel Officer

Employer:  Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting

Vacancy - Personnel Officer Needed

     
A Reputable ISP in Lagos, Nigeria due to its expansion requires the services of Personnel Officer for immediate employment

VACANCY - PERSONNEL OFFICER (Ref: 02)

BSc/HND in Humanities/Social Sciences or related fields.
Female candidate preferable, between ages of 33 - 40 with minimum of 2 - 3 years experience in similar position
Walking knowledge of Nigeria Labour Law, a must
Membership of CIPM, an advantage.

TO APPLY
Send all CVs within 1 week to recruit@cobranet.org
Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted

Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting IT Officer

Employer:  Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting

Vacancy - IT Officer Needed
    
A Reputable ISP in Lagos, Nigeria due to its expansion requires the services of IT Officer for immediate employment

VACANCY - IT OFFICER (Ref: 03)

BSc/HND Computer Science or related fields with minimum of 2 - 3 years experience.
Skills in active directory implementation and configuration, networking and hardware and software deployment and troubleshooting required.
Cyberoam knowledge a plus

TO APPLY
Send all CVs within 1 week to recruit@cobranet.org
Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted

Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting Field Technicians

Employer:  Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting

Vacancy - Field Technicians Needed
     
A Reputable ISP in Lagos, Nigeria

due to its expansion requires the services of Field Technicians for immediate employment

VACANCY - FIELD TECHNICIANS (Ref 05)

B.Engineering or related fields with a minimum of 1 - 2 years experience in similar position from same industry required.
CCNA, CCNP etc a plus

TO APPLY
Send all CVs within 1 week to recruit@cobranet.org
Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted

Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting Electrical Engineer

Employer:  Cobranet Ltd - Recruiting
     
A reputable ISP in Lagos, Nigeria due to its expansion requires the services of Electrical Engineer for immediate employment

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (Ref: 01)

BSc/HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related fields preferable Power Option with 2 - 4 years experience.

SKILLS
Ability to test and troubleshoot operational electrical control circuitry and equipment, install, test, calibrate, diagnose and repair various electrical devices etc. is a must.

TO APPLY
Send all CVs within 1 week to recruit@cobranet.org
Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted

Cobranet - Recruiting Support/Network Engineer

Employer:  Cobranet - Recruiting
    
Vacancy - Support/Network Engineer

Minimum Qualifications:
University degree or its equivalent. B.Sc/HND Computer Science/Engineering or related discipline.
Possession of CCNA is a must. Possession CCNP and CCIE etc. will be an added advantage.
Minimum of two (2) years post NYSC qualification experience in network support.

Duties and Responsibilities
Wireless/LAN Network Monitoring and Fault Resolution
Provide telephonic technical support to corporate clients.
Help customers with resolving technical problems
Handle escalation of technical problems from call operators

Requirements for the role:
Familiarity with WIMAX/wireless WAN networks
Routing and Switching Experience (2 years)
Deep understanding of networking protocols (TCP, IP, DHCP, SMTP, POP3, HTTP/HTTPS).
Service-minded, a quick learner, a problem solver and ability to work with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal communication (English),Good telephone manner
Previous experience in a technical support role an advantage

Send application Email to: recruit@cobranet.org

Cobranet - Recruiting Electrical Technician

Employer:  Cobranet
     
Vacancy - Electrical Technician

Education and Qualifications:
Ordinary or Higher National Diploma

Degree in Electrical Technician related field from a certified college
Certification in Electrical Technician field from an accredited institution

Skills and Specifications:
Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish the assigned work
Knowledge in testing and troubleshooting operational electrical control circuitry and equipment
Ability to establish and maintain solid working relationships with others
Should be able to install, test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various Electrical devices
Good communication and organization skills

Duties and Responsibilities:
Repairing and replacing defective parts in generators, batteries, controllers, switchboards, switches, Contractors, and other electrical fixtures
Making sure that the accurate and appropriate completion of all daily maintenance duties
Work via instructions given from a superior Electrical Engineer and using sketches and drawings
Installing enhancements and major upgrades to Electrical panels
Communicates daily activities and written reports
Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime and weekends
Follow all safety procedures to prevent any damages to site equipments
Follow all given instructions in daily activities in maintaining and preventing shutdown of Electrical Control Systems

Send application Email to: recruit@cobranet.org

Cosmetic Manufacturing Co Ltd - Vacancy Chief Security Officer

Employer:  Cosmetic Manufacturing Company

VACANCY - CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER

The qualified person should be a retired soldier.
A minimum of 8 years experience in security management and surveillance.
Must be able to relate with management and stakeholders to communicate security measures.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
All applicants must possess good communication skills.
Good knowledge of computer applications and packages relevant to job responsibility.
Ability to work without supervision.
Good equipment maintenance and administration.
Ability to train or teach other people.

TO APPLY
Interested persons should forward an application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae and a passport photograph within two weeks of this publication to:
P. O. Box 15581
Ikeja, Lagos.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) - Recruiting

Employer: Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi)

VACANCY - MANAGING DIRECTOR

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

MINIMUM RECRUITMENT STANDARDS
MBBS/MD/PHD in similar degree with nine (9) years relevant experience preferably with international development programs which includes all least six (6) years of relevant management experience at the executive level.
Or MS/MA in social science, public health or related field, MPH preferred, and a minimum of eleven (11) years relevant experience with international development programs which six (6) years relevant management experience.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems, international donor organization regulations, NGOs and CBOs s required.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

The Job
The Managing Director will provide overall leadership in support of AHNi strategic Plan, mission, values, goals and overall objectives. S/he will provide leadership and management oversight and direction for the AHNi program; oversee operations and. as the primary AHNi representative, ensure strong collaboration between AHNi Partners and stakeholders including the government, donors and sponsor S/he I will lead AHNi sustaina6iIity efforts in the country. S/he is responsible for program planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the interventions implemented by AHNi and its partners. S/he is accountable for judicious use of all the resources entrusted to AHNi and protection of the organization's financial assets while ensuring compliance with board directives and applicable grantor, Federal and state requirements.


TO APPLY
Please forward suitability statement (application) and resume (CV) as a single MS Word document to:
AHNi-ProgMgtjobs1@ahnigeria.org for Managing Director

Vacancy closes 10 days after this publication. AHNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Only applications sent electronically (i.e. bye-mail) with the job title and location clearly indicated as the subject of the mail will be considered and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer:
AHNi does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview.

Cosmetic Manufacturing Co Ltd - Recruiting

Employer: Cosmetic Manufacturing Company

Vacancy - WAREHOUSE MANAGER


The qualified person should have a degree in any discipline with relevant Professional qualification and a minimum of 10 years experience in a manufacturing industry.
Embraces change and ability to generate creative solutions to stock issues.
Proven experience of warehouse management systems.
Not more than 40 years of age.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
All applicants must possess good communication skills.
Good knowledge of computer applications and packages relevant to job responsibility.
Ability to work without supervision.
Good equipment maintenance and administration.
Ability to train or teach other people.

TO APPLY
Interested persons should forward an application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae and a passport photograph within two weeks of this publication to:
P. O. Box 15581
Ikeja, Lagos.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Tottenham have completed the signing of Paulinho

AfricCon Blogspot – Football
Africcon Blogspot Report: Tottenham have completed the signing of Paulinho

Covered By Africcon Blogspot - Tottenham have announced the signing of Brazil international Paulinho from Corinthians for a reported £17 million fee

- Blog: What Paulinho brings

The former Corinthians midfielder, 24, completed his medical on Friday and will join the North London club for pre-season training next week.

"I am very happy and excited to have joined Spurs. It's a huge pleasure for my career to be at a club as big as Tottenham,” he told his new club’s official website.

Paulinho has made a total of 86 league appearances in Brazilian football, scoring 20 goals and helping former club Corinthians to the Brazilian Serie A league championship in 2011.

He also won the Copa Libertadores and the FIFA Club World Cup last season and capped it off by helping Brazil to win the Confederations Cup last month.

Oil & Gas Recruitment - Legal Adviser

Oil & Gas Recruitment - Legal Adviser

- Permanent Role
- Great opportunity at senior level
- Join a team of world class specialists
- Lagos based

An Exciting Opportunity exists for a career driven Legal Adviser to join their team.

Job Requirements:

Have an LL.B, B.L.A, Oil & Gas degree from an international institution
Professional certification will be an added advantage
Must have at least 7 years cognate experience with 3 years proven experience in Oil & Gas Law.
He/she must have experience in commercial contracts, litigations and dispute resolutions


Job Description:

Handle corporate finance transactions
Be up to speed and renew all permits and agreements related to the Oil & Gas sector
Provide legal opinion on all business transactions according to the labour law
Conduct and prepare due diligence reports
Serve as company secretary
Co-ordinate the legal dimension activities of the Company.
Acts as Commercial Manager by being involved in negotiation and actions pre-project take off.
Provide legal advice on staff, financial and contractual and institutional matters.
Revise public procurement notices and contracts to be signed by the company.
Provide legal advice on the legal validity and liability related to acts and decisions prepared by the Company.
Examine publications, advertisements and other such materials/document for legal implications.
Implement the legal processes required to affect the privileges, obligations and rights of the organization.
Examine legal information to find out the advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuit.
Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and taking appropriate action.

Benefits:

Competitive salary package and benefits;
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.


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Oil & Gas Recruitment - Chief Operating Officer

Oil & Gas Recruitment - Chief Operating Officer
An Exciting Opportunity Exists for an innovative and experienced Chief Operating Officer to join a team reporting through to the Managing Director.

Job Requirements:

The candidate for this post must possess a minimum of a good first degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Petroleum, Industrial, etc) or in any other relevant field(s) of study
MBA or Masters in relevant field
At least 10 years experience in operations field with minimum of 5 years in Oil & Gas operations experience;
He/she must also have some proven managerial capabilities with experience in the downstream oil and gas sector
A high strategic orientation and results focus;
Strong communication skills;
Ability to quickly assimilate new information and focus on set goals;
Member of relevant certification body

- Permanent Role
- Great opportunity at senior level
- Join a team of world class specialists
- Lagos based


Job Description:
Oversee regional operations to ensure the timely commencement and execution of work for clients and actively engage in relationship management to ensure service quality is exceptional;
Maintain a service group for installation and maintenance of trailers and equipment.
Participate in the development & implementation of training programs for clients and staff including practices, procedures, processes and scope of supply as necessary; work with the executive team to provide key guidance and tools that enable improvement of operational procedures necessary for efficient management of the existing operational personnel & equipment infrastructures while supporting company expansion.
Maintain an operations management team that proactively engages field employees and ensures safety, technical training, compensation and payroll are competitively executed.
Manage all company operations, day-to-day and long term; provide financial analysis relating to overall operational performance and growth opportunities; develop/document procedure manuals for all key operational processes, including operational process/data flow charts, within and across functions.
Possess strong financial and analytic skills; responsibility for setting operational strategy in a competitive business; excellent communication and management skills; manage client communications for all ongoing projects.

Job Benefits:

Competitive salary package and benefits;
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.

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Oil & Gas recruitment - Brand Manager

Oil & Gas recruitment: Brand Manager

Job Requirements:

The candidate for this post must possess a minimum of a good first degree in Marketing

or in any other relevant field(s) of study
MBA or Masters in relevant field will be an added advantage
At least 5 years experience especially in the Oil & Gas sector
A high strategic orientation and results focus;
Strong communication skills;
Ability to quickly assimilate new information and focus on set goals;
Member of relevant certification body

- Permanent Role
- Great opportunity at senior level
- Join a team of world class specialists
- Lagos based

An exciting opportunity exists for an innovative and forward looking Brand Manager to join their team.

Job Description:
The Senior Brand Manager Will plays a key role in the Brand Development of all the categories our portfolio across the country
The position involves Brand Strategy Development, working on the Brand Equity and Brand Mix development of all the categories in the region.
He will also lead and drive regional cross functional resources Agencies) in developing world class, growth focused innovation mixes for the region.
He will engaging with cross functional resources (leadership, Quality, Supply Chain, Safes) in Head Office and use their support to successfully implement market activation activities on ground
Marketing Strategy Development by analyzing market trends & consumer insights and developing business opportunities for brands.
Managing Brand pal across the region
Develop an annual Marketing Plan to achieve targeted results.
Report accurate forecast of sales demand
Gain Management approval and successfully launch new products.


Benefits:

Competitive salary package and benefits;
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.


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Vacancy - Executive Assistant Recruitment

Vacancy - Executive Assistant Recruitment

Employer: NGO

Our client is a private, voluntary, non-profit, faith based, non-governmental Organisation based in Lagos state, Nigeria.

Their mission statement includes easing the burdens of existence for widows and orphans, which we do through our community network amongst others.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and focused EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to support the Group Executive Vice Chairman in meeting the foundation’s corporate goals.

Permanent Role - International Exposure - Travelling - Lagos based

Our client is a private, voluntary, non-profit, faith based, non-governmental Organisation based in Lagos state, Nigeria. Their mission statement includes easing the burdens of existence for widows and orphans, which we do through our community network amongst others.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and focused Executive Assistant to support the Group Executive Vice Chairman in meeting the foundation’s corporate goals

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Vacancy - Financial Controller Vacancy (Jos – Plateau State)

Vacancy - Financial Controller Vacancy (Jos – Plateau State)

An Exciting Opportunity Exists for an energetic and experienced Financial Controller for one of our client subsidiaries

situated in Jos, Plateau Staten to join their team reporting through to the Managing Director.

Job Requirements:

A good University Degree in Accounting in addition to a recognized professional accounting qualification (ACA, ICMA, ACCA, CPA etc).
10 years post qualification working experience in a reputable manufacturing company.
Must have experience working with the following ERP’s (Enterprise Resource Package) solutions; SAGE Line 500 and SAP
Member of relevant certification body


Job Description:

Provides counsel to Company’s Managing Director relating to financial and tax considerations of investments and other business transactions.
Develops long-range strategies to establish and maintain the financial self-sufficiency of Company.
Establishes Company’s accounting systems and procedures and ensures they are up-to-date and in compliance with all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Provides advice and review for compliance with appropriate statutory and regulatory requirements.
Prepares and issues quarterly and annual audited financial statements and reports.
Manages and tracks Company’s funds, assets and investments and periodically issues reports on its current as well as projected financial stability/condition.
Analyzes general economic, business and financial conditions to assess their impact on Company’s policies, operations and profitability.
Establishes and maintains contacts with auditors, actuaries, financial institutions, government agencies, joint venture partners and counterparts.
Identifies sources of financing to expand the scope of Company’s business opportunities.
Negotiates project financing, structures and documents financial packages and agreements.
To the extent possible, minimize Company’s tax liabilities.
Financial management including preparing and filing quarterly and annual reports as well as annual shareholders proxy circulars, etc.
Presents to analysts and to investors.
Prepares a monthly written report to Company’s board of directors on the financial standing and conditions of the Company.
Oversees all activities related to office management/administration, including contracts, leases and vendor agreements. Supervises administrative and financial personnel.
Has charge and responsibility for all funds and securities of Company. Receives and gives receipts for monies due and payable to Company from any source whatsoever and deposits all such monies in the name of the Corporation in such banks, trust companies or other depositories as shall be selected in accordance with the Bylaws.
If required by the board, shall give bond for the faithful discharge of his duties in such sum and with such surety or sureties as the board of directors shall determine.
Performs such other duties as may be assigned to him from time to time by the MD or by the Board of Directors

Job Benefits:

Competitive salary package and benefits;
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.
Brand identification


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Vacancy - Human Resource Manager Recruitment

Vacancy - Human Resource Manager Recruitment

Our Client, a Reputable Insurance Firm Seeks to Employ experienced individuals as Human Resource Manager:

Job Qualification: Minimum of a Bachelors degree

Job Description:
Knowledge and experience in compensation and benefits management, organizational planning, recruitment, organizational development, employee relations, and employee development
Sound written and spoken communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching skills
Excellent organization and management skills
A minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources positions

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Agro-Chemical Vacancy - Accounting Officer

Employer - Agro-Chemical Ltd

Vacancy - Accounting Officer (Ibadan)

Job Qualifications and Requirements
B.Sc in Accounting or related field, minimum of 2nd class Upper
Minimum of 3 years working experience
Must have excellent analytical & IT skills

Job Responsibilities

Successful candidates will consititute the Finance back-office Team of the Business Unit.
Accounts Officers will among other responsibilities:
Post transactions and analyze account Records
Be engaged in Bank, customers and sales reconciliation
Maintain GL schedules
Manage the interface between the front office and the Back office finance team.
Maintain the Fixed Assets Register
Be involved in Budgetary Control, particularly Variance analysis
Ability to manage multiple priorities within required timeframes will be needed.

Job Competences

Must have strong analytical and communication skills


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Agro-Chemical Vacancy - Business Accountant (Ilesha)

Employer - Agro-Chemical  Ltd

Vacancy - Business Accountant (Ilesha)

Job Qualifications and Requirements

BSc in Economics, finance, or accounting, is required.

Must have minimum of six years cognate experience
Must be a chartered Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
An MBA or equivalent postgraduate management degree will be an advantage
Possess above average organizational skills
Ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as with manufacturers and resellers.
Must have excellent analytical abilities, sound technical knowledge and strong IT skills.
A high level of professional and personal integrity is required

Job Responsibilities

The Business Accountant will direct the preparation of the company’s budget, financial statements forecasts and analyze financial statements for financial performance indicators

Maintain and update company’s financial record. Ability to prepare financial statements from the begining to the end and articulate complex issues in a straight forward manner must be demonstrated clearly.
Implement and monitor financial systems and controls
Prepare necessary accounting supporting documentation and justifications
Supervise accounting staff

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Vacancy - REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

Vacancy - REGIONAL SALES MANAGER (Lagos West)

- Permanent Role
- Lagos based

An exciting opportunity exists for an innovative and forward looking Brand Manager to join their team.

Job Requirements:

The candidate for this post must possess a minimum of a good first degree in Social Sciences or in any other relevant field(s) of study
At least 5 years experience in sales and marketing with minimum of 3 years at management level
He/she must also have some proven managerial capabilities with experience in sales and marketing techniques, customer financial and performance management
A willingness to travel out of base frequently, including border countries
Strong interpersonal communication skills;
Strong information management skills
Innovative and creative
Member of relevant certification body

Job Description:
Responsible for developing and implementing the regional sales and customer management strategies/policies for the company
Effectively manage, by supporting, strengthening and constantly reviewing existing and new distribution channels that are strategic to meeting the company’s long and short term goals in that region
Implementation of an effective customer information feedback system for the region
Directs and controls all sales and customer service functions towards the achievement of the company’s sales and customer service objectives for his region
Ensure that agreed regional sales volume and profit targets are met

Job Benefits:

Competitive salary package and benefits;
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.
Brand identification


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Agro-Chemical - Head, Finance and Accounts (Ibadan)

Employer - Agro-Chemical Ltd

Vacancy - Head, Finance and Accounts (Ibadan)

Job Qualifications and Requirements

BSc in Economics, finance, or accounting, is required.

Must be a chartered Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
An MBA or equivalent postgraduate management degree will be an advantage
Minimum of 8 years cognate experience

Job Responsibilities

Successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic financial overview and is expected to apply financial acumen and business expertise to establish adequate and functional controls in the financial reporting systems of the business Unit. Ability to prepare financial statements from the beginning to the end and articulate complex issues in a straight forward manner must be demonstrated clearly.
Responsibilities include reporting, budgeting, forecasting, tax, compliance and payables functions for the Business unit.
The role will also form part of the Business Unit's leadership team, provide leadership for the Finance function by managing a team of direct reports, ensure best practice and be proactive in implementing change as appropriate to Finance processes, systems and reporting. A good knowledge of IFRS is key.

Job Competences

Creates a culture of high performance and people management.
Aligns functions and resources, and deploys people and skills optimally to achieve strategic priorities.
Able to present reports competently and confidently to the Group senior management and negotiate effectively with business partners
Must have clear focus, give attention to details and be a strategic thinker who is focused on execution.
Strong financial/analytical experience.
Must possess People Management Skills.
Able to work to tight deadlines

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Vacancy - Warehouse Manager (Lagos)

Jobs Qualifications and Requirements

BSc in Economics or other related fields. Minimum of 2nd class Lower

 

Job Responsibilities

Maintains Stock receipt, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing operational policies and procedures
Complies with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols and by managing people, processes and systems
Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system
Maintains physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting stock and other Materials. Ensures that environmental objectives are met
Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.


Job Competences
Supervision, Developing Budgets, Safety Management, Developing Standards, Managing Processes, Surveillance Skills, Inventory Control, Reporting Skills, Analyzing Information.

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Chelsea have completed the signing of Marco van Ginkel

AfricCon Blogspot – Football
Africcon Blogspot Report: Chelsea have completed the signing of Marco van Ginkel

Covered By Africcon Blogspot - Chelsea sign Van Ginkel on a five-year contract.

Chelsea have completed the signing of Marco van Ginkel from Vitesse Arnhem on a five-year contract.

Van Ginkel, 20, arrives at Stamford Bridge already a full international for the Netherlands having made his debut in November 2012.

He also represented his country in the Under-21 European Championships in Israel this summer where they lost in the semi-final to Italy.

The midfielder has made 93 appearances for Vitesse, who finished fourth in the Eredivisie last season.

He told the club’s official website: "I'm very happy to be here at such a nice club with great players. I am really happy, the stadium is good and the training ground is fantastic.

"I know about all the players and will meet them on Monday. I expect a lot, I've watched matches and it's really nice to be here."

Van Ginkel becomes Chelsea’s second signing of the summer after Andre Schurrle arrived from Bayer Leverkusen.

Vacancy - Analyst Recruitment

Vacancy - Analyst Recruitment

Job Responsibilities

    Prepare rating reports on industries assigned and conduct surveillance work
    Act as Industry specialist on industries assigned. This will include preparing industry study on these institutions
    Keep abreast of developments in these institutions
    Teach credit and industry seminar on the industries
    Provide on the job training to analysts and research assistants

Job Qualifications and Requirements

    Good degree in business related fields (Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, etc)
    Fully qualified ACCA or other professional qualifications or an MBA
    At least 3 years cognate experience in the financial services sector
    Data modeling skills (Advanced Excel)
    Good understanding of the macro environment and various sectors of the Nigerian economy
    Good knowledge of management accounting
    Excellent analytical skills
    Excellent report writing skills
    Good presentation skills
    Strong communicator

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The Manager; Moyes: 'Rooney not for sale

Africcon Blogspot -
Africcon Blogspot Report:The Manager; Moyes: 'Rooney not for sale

Covered By Africcon Blogspot - "Wayne is not for sale," he said. "He is a Manchester United player and will remain a Manchester United player

David Moyes has said that Wayne Rooney is not for sale and is looking forward to teaming up with him at Manchester United next season.

Speaking at his first press conference as Manchester United manager, Moyes revealed that he and Rooney had spoken "several times" since his appointment and that he was keen for the striker to stay at Old Trafford and go on to beat Bobby Charlton's scoring record for the club.

There has been persistent speculation about Rooney's future since he reportedly handed in a transfer request at the end of last season.

But Moyes has flatly denied that the striker is for sale and has backed him to get back to his best form in the coming campaign.

"Wayne is not for sale," he said. "He is a Manchester United player and will remain a Manchester United player. I see a glint in his eye. He looks happy, he looks like he will knuckle down and get himself right.

Vacancy - Research Analyst recruitment

Vacancy - Research Analyst recruitment

Job Responsibilities

   Prepare rating reports on industries assigned and conduct surveillance work.
   Act as Industry specialist on industries assigned. This will include preparing industry study on these institutions.
   Keep abreast of developments in these institutions.

Job Qualifications

    Good degree in business related fields (Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, etc).
    Fully qualified ACCA or MSC other professional qualifications may be an advantage.
    Completed NYSC.

Job Experience

    Minimal experience needed.

Age

    Not more than 27 years old.


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Four-Star Hotel - Recruiting

Employer: Four-Star Hotel

Sales and Marketing Vacancy

Our Client, a major international four-star hotel

seeks to employ individuals with the following qualities.

Job Responsibilities

Supervise all sales activities, departments and personnel involved in Sales and Marketing for the company.
Provides leadership to the day-to-day operations of the sales department, while maintaining focus on the Hotel’s strategic goals and also motivating his sales team
Establishes performance goals for all sales department employees, and monitors performance on a continual basis.
Oversees all training for personnel involved in Sales and Marketing.
Develop, or participates with the Senior Staff, in the development of the Strategic Marketing Plan for the Hotel.
Directs department(s) to achieve objectives established in the Hotels Strategic Plan.
Coordinates sales operations with all other departments/divisions of the Company.
Develops and/or maintains and improves business relations with all customers of the Hotel.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

He / She must have worked with 5* or 4* international hotel brand
Hotel School Management or / A University degree or its equivalent with a minimum of 2nd class lower, other related professional qualifications/certifications would be an added advantage
Minimum of 10 years cognate experience in relevant position in hotel industry or and 5 years managerial experience
Strategically minded with Long, mid and short plan
Team spirit with strong leadership skills and knows how to motivate a team
Time-management skills and the ability to work under pressure;
Challenge - solving skills Strong communication, teamwork and negotiation skills; sales and/or marketing skills; with high creativity
Highly Experienced in International markets, mainly West African & Southern African Regions.

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