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Wednesday 10 November 2010

Adexen Nigeria: Brand Executive (FMCG)

Adexen is mandated by a large international FMCG group to look for a Brand Executive to manage all VFM brand activities in francophone West Africa

BRAND EXECUTIVE (FMCG)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing consumer engagement activities and also responsible for alignment of brand programmes with business objectives and segment requirements. He/she will also be responsible for managing Value for Money (VFM) brands within French markets and monitor Tobacco Control Bill with packs change effect on-going and across markets

The position will report to the Brand manager.

The position is based in Lagos.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Recommend changes to brand programmes

· Assist Brand Manager in the development of a strategic plan for respective brand(s)

· Recommend brand attributes to be reinforced based on brand’s role in portfolio

· Support definition of high level brand programmes

· Assist Brand Manager in the development and execution of an operational brand plan

· Recommend venues and communication channels while supporting development of message content

· Recommend schedule for brand events and monitor implementation and results of operational brand plan

· Monitor and report brand expenditure to ensure it does not exceed budget defined in operational brand plan

· Analyze market research data in order to understand brand issues and market opportunities

· Develop ideas on product innovation in order to achieve competitive advantage

· Provide insights around brand strategy in the development/ implementation of trade programmes by Trade area

· Also, work in conjunction with Trade area to ensure that product is correctly managed throughout the supply chain and brand programmes are effectively implemented by trade team in respective markets.

· Select in conjunction with Marketing Service Team adequate touch points for designed brand programmes.

· Liaise with Marketing Service Team to ensure smooth execution and evaluation of brand activities.

· Develop close relationship with external agencies to ensure day-to-day activities related to brand programmes are performed with required quality and agreed cost & timescales as defined in operational brand plan

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· A Bsc. degree from a reputable university

· Must have some experience in Brand management

· Must be fluent both oral and written in French and English languages.

· Good knowledge of the West Africa francophone markets would be an advantage

· Experience monitoring sales volumes, market share, and brand financials (P&L)

· Good knowledge of Consumer engagement, Brand programme development, Project monitoring and management

· Must have good negotiation and influencing skills

· Relationship management of agencies and suppliers.

Please send us your English resume in Word format at: ADEXEN-671581@adexen.eu

Or apply directly at:





AOS Practice: Systems Support Officer

AOS Practice is a newly formed law firm re-branded for the purpose of providing international standard legal representation and service par excellence to its local and international clients. They are recruiting for the position of Systems Support Officer.

The Systems Support Officer would be responsible for the following:

Monitoring and maintaining the computer systems and networks
Installation and configuration of computer systems and applications
Diagnose hardware/software faults and solve technical and applications problems
Ensuring the smooth running of computer systems and ensuring users get maximum benefits from them.

Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware/software faults;

Replacing computer parts as required;
Providing support, including procedural documentation;
Repairing a fault or setting up a system
Setting up new users’ accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues
Testing and evaluating new technology
Conducting electrical safety checks on computer equipment
Competencies Required

Oral & Written Communication Skills

Good Interpersonal skills
Confidentiality
Analytical skills
Multi-tasking skills
Technical Skill
Problem solving skill
Negotiating Skills
Good understanding of Information Systems.
Good computer application knowledge.
Should be a self-motivated, flexible and target conscious individual.

Educational qualification:

1st Degree in Engineering related disciplines or Computer science

4-7 years cognate experience in a similar position

Professional IT certifications would be an added advantage

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should send their resumes to careers@aospractice.com

AOS Practice: Systems Support Officer

AOS Practice is a newly formed law firm re-branded for the purpose of providing international standard legal representation and service par excellence to its local and international clients. They are recruiting for the position of Systems Support Officer.

The Systems Support Officer would be responsible for the following:

Monitoring and maintaining the computer systems and networks
Installation and configuration of computer systems and applications
Diagnose hardware/software faults and solve technical and applications problems
Ensuring the smooth running of computer systems and ensuring users get maximum benefits from them.

Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware/software faults;

Replacing computer parts as required;
Providing support, including procedural documentation;
Repairing a fault or setting up a system
Setting up new users’ accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues
Testing and evaluating new technology
Conducting electrical safety checks on computer equipment
Competencies Required

Oral & Written Communication Skills

Good Interpersonal skills
Confidentiality
Analytical skills
Multi-tasking skills
Technical Skill
Problem solving skill
Negotiating Skills
Good understanding of Information Systems.
Good computer application knowledge.
Should be a self-motivated, flexible and target conscious individual.

Educational qualification:

1st Degree in Engineering related disciplines or Computer science

4-7 years cognate experience in a similar position

Professional IT certifications would be an added advantage

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should send their resumes to careers@aospractice.com

Friday 5 November 2010

African Reinsurance: Senior Accounting Clerk

African Reinsurance Corporation (AFRICA RE) is an International Financial lnstitution. They are hiring for: Senior Accounting Clerk

SENIOR ACCOUNTING CLERK

Main Duties / Responsibilities
• Posting of cash book and general ledger transactions, preparing periodic reports on Regional operations / the Headquarters and reconciling general ledger accounts,}

Detailed Duties/Responsibilities
• Reconciliation of retrocessionaires’ accounts.
• General correspondence and maintenance of retrocessionaires’ files
• Reconciliation of Barclays Bank Accounts
• Raising and posting of journal Vouchers
• Interoffice reconciliation for all locations
• Maintenance of fixed assets schedules
• Posting of journal vouchers to the GL as they are raised
• Maintaining of inter-office accounts
• Reconciliation of inter-office accounts
• General correspondence on inter-office accounts
• Reviewing of Inputs sheets, payment and receipt vouchers raised by other staff in the department

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should hold:
• A level or OND; Baccalaureat (or equivalent)
• 4Years of experience of which 2 years are relevant work experience
OR
• BTS; DUT; DEUG; HND
• 2 years relevant work experience
• Membership of relevant professional bodies would be an added advantage
• Additional professional qualifications in accounting would be an added advantage,
• Bilingualism (English/French) would be an added advantage.

Additional Requirements for Candidate for This Position:
Applicants must be:
• National of member States of Africa Re;
• At least21arni not more than 35 years old;

Other Information
• Salary and other conditions of service are competitive and comparative to what is obtainable in similar organizations.

Method of Application
Applications, together with full curriculum vitae and one passport size photograph, should be sent to the following address:

The Managing Director
African Reinsurance Corporation
Africa Re Building
Plot 1679, Karimu Kotun Street
Victoria Island
P.M.B 12765
Lagos, Nigeria
Email to: vacancy@africa-re.com

Deadline: 15th November, 2010

IITA Nigeria: Graduate Trainee Programme


The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

The Institute seeks to employ and train young Nigerian Graduates in our diverse Research Support Operational lines at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan.

Applicants who are required to have obtained their first degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) within the last four years may not have any substantial work experience.


Graduate Trainee Programme (GTP)

The GTP which is designed to meet specific manpower needs of the Institute involves intensive one-year training in the Institute’s Operational Research Support Units.

Successful Trainees under the GTP will be offered appointment in the Senior Staff Cadre of the Institute and will be required to meet some conditions on assumption of duty as regular staff.

Age limit: Not more than 28 years
Minimum Class of degree: Second Class Lower for BSc or Upper Credit for HND holders.
NYSC Discharge Certificate: Dated not earlier than 2006


Method of Application:

Interested applicants should send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) designed exactly as indicated below with copies of their credentials and birth certificate to:

The Personnel Manager, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, PMB 5320, Oyo Road, Ibadan, Nigeria

The Code of the Operational Unit of applicant’s choice must be indicated at the left hand corner of the envelope and in the GTP Form.



ExxonMobil: 2011 Global Geoscience Campus

ExxonMobil Corporation are hiring graduates for the 2011 Global Geoscience Campus. The locations are: Australia, Canada, Germany, Indonesia, Libya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Norway, Russia, United Kingdom, USA


2011 GLOBAL GEOSCIENCE CAMPUS


What are we looking for?

A diverse group of talented geoscientists with the ability to integrate knowledge, ideas and skills to solve geologic problems across exploration, and production functions; Judgement and speed in application of geoscience tools and techniques; and, a desire to maintain their competitive advantage through advanced training and superior technological understanding.

Exploration and production geologists and geophysicists

ExxonMobil is interested in finding outstanding scientists who have a strong fundamental background in the earth sciences, physical sciences, and mathematics. We have excellent proprietary capabilities in teaching petroleum science and technology, and therefore do not require new geoscientists to have any prior petroleum course work or experience.

There is, however, a requirement for demonstrated leadership, adaptability, teamwork, excellent communication skills in English, and a commitment to high safety and ethical standards. The company regards its global and long-term approach to hiring and career development as the foundation of its future success as a company, and as a source of great opportunity for scientists who want to grow their skills and capabilities for a long-term career.

Researchers

Geoscience careers with ExxonMobil also offer the opportunity to perform basic and applied research in seeking new ways to find and recover petroleum supplies.

Our research programs reflect exploration and production business strategies; for example, pursuing attractive exploration opportunities, developing production from new fields, and maximizing economic recovery from existing fields. We maintain close relationships with ExxonMobil operating organizations around the world. A primary means for transferring technology to ExxonMobil operations is through research applications in which results of recent research are applied to a wide range of exploration and production problems.

In many cases, these technical experts are made available to ExxonMobil operating organizations through temporary or regular assignments.


How to Apply

Click on the ExxonMobil Nigeria Careers Page. Click on ‘Search Openings’. In keyword, enter: 2011 Global Geoscience Campus* and click search.


CFAO Autos Nigeria: Sales Trainees (Graduate)fr

CFAO Autos is a multinational autos sales and services company operating throughout the country with its headquarters in central Lagos.

As a result of the growth and expansion in our operations, we require urgently the services of the following individuals who will assist the company achieve its total sales and services delivery objectives in a fast growing autos market.

SALES TRAINEES

• B.SC/HND in relevant fields
• 2-4 years of working experience in autos companies
• Computer literacy
• Good communication skills

Method of Application

All interested candidates should please send their application letters including their Curriculum Vitae day-time addresses and telephone numbers to:

The General Manager
HR/Admin, Alliance Autos Nigeria Limited
1090, Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

Or

P.O. Box 160, Lagos, Nigeria

Or

28, Ndola Crescent, Opposite Ibro Hotel Hotel
Wuse Zone 5, Abuja,

Or

17, Azikiwe Road, Old GRA, Port Harcourt

Or

e-mail to: allianceautos@cfao.com

Deadline is 9th November 2010