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International Civil Aviation Organisation Job Vacancies

International Civil Aviation Organisation Technical Cooperation Bureau

(1) Post /Title: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BAGASOO (Establishment of Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety Oversight Organization)
Post Number: 12-01
Duty Station: Abuja, Nigeria (with missions to the BAG Member States (Banjul Accord Group) Cape Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea Conakry, Liberia, and Sierra Leone)
Duration: 12 months
Date Required: 1 January 2010

Requirements
• The Executive Director is responsible for providing strong leadership for the BAGASOO.
• He/she will lead by example, setting clear strategies and performance expectations developed in an environment of participation and collaboration with senior management of aviation stakeholders including Directors General of Civil Aviation Administrations and service providers within the Banjul Accord Group sub-region
• The ideal candidate would be an experienced Executive with particular strengths in program development and management, and have the ability to mobilize and work with aviation stakeholders within and outside the BAG region, This individual would be highly organized, energetic, a good communicator and motivator, and will thrive in a start-up, regional organization.
• He/She would be expected to significantly contribute to the success of a start-up regional safety oversight organization and be committed to enhancing aviation safety within the Banjul Accord Group Member States.

Qualifications and Experience
• University degree, preferably in an aviation-related discipline, or equivalent qualifications and experience (see item 5 below)
• Management or supervisory experience with a State Civil Aviation Administration, directly associated with the preparation and responsibility for implementation of rules, regulations, and procedures deemed necessary for flight safety, inspection and certification.
• Experience in the implementation of multi-faceted projects, including time line development, tracking, and reporting. Excellent planning, analytical, writing, and presentation skills. Fully computer literate.
• Knowledge of legal responsibilities and administration procedures either for the issuance of documents including safety certificates under State of Registry approval relating to supervision of aircraft operations.
• A minimum of 10 years experience in an aviation environment either as pilot-in-command or maintenance engineer on heavy turbojet aircraft or substantial experience as a Government Aviation Safety Inspector Airworthiness or Flight operations
• Knowledge of the requirement for personnel licensing system, and of the training and maintenance of competency of flight and ground crews concerned with flight operations or knowledge of craft inspection and airworthiness certification requirements is required
• Sound knowledge of ICAO Standards And Recommended Practices (SARPs) and related documentation
• Experience in ICAO safety oversight functions within national and/or international environment.
• Demonstrate good leadership qualities in a diverse environment including staff, board members and other aviation stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others.
• Command of the English language and proven ability in preparing assignment reports and similar documents. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is desirable.
• Initiative, tact, sound judgment and ability to maintain harmonious relationships.

Duties
• Under the direction of the Board of Directors of the BAGASOO, , the Executive Director shall undertake the overall coordination , and administration of the BAGASOO including but not limited to the following duties as specified below:
• Assist the Board of Directors in identifying suitable candidates from within the BAG States for recruitment as staff of the BAGASOO
• Maintain a register of inspectors appointed under the Cooperative Inspectorate Scheme (CIS);
• Liaise with Member States for the services of national inspector resources under the Co-operative Inspectorate Scheme (CIS) for supplementing the BAGASOO resources on as required basis;
• Develop a detailed work programme covering the concepts, objectives, outputs, and activities of the BAGASOQ;
• Assign inspectors appointed under the Co-operative Inspectorate Scheme (CIS) to Member States for the purpose of conducting inspections and related duties;
• Maintain current database on information pertaining to the on Civil Aviation Authorities of Member States on aviation organization registers, the number, categories and availability aviation personnel and other relevant matters;
• Serve as a key member of the Board of Directors to carry out the objectives, output, and activities contained in the BAGASOO Agreement document and, overtime, to adjust outputs and activities to changing conditions within the Member States.
• Liaise with entities such as FAA, EASA, Transport Canada, UKCAA, CAA/CASA Australia, Airbus Industries, Boeing Aircraft company and other relevant institutions/companies for the provision of flight safety related training to National/Regional Inspectors and airline personnel in seminar/workshops, training courses, etc. Coordinate and arrange the training sessions.
• Develop an administration manual containing procedures and guidelines to be followed in obtaining and using regional human resources for inspection activities, scheduling required surveillance, performing audits of organizations of Member States, and responding to ad hoc requests for supplemental assistance in flight safety related matters.
• Organize and conduct audits at the request of Member States or as scheduled in the approved work programme for the purpose of assessing compliance with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs);
• Develop annual work programme (airworthiness, flight operations and aerodromes certification/inspection schedules) for the Member States in accordance with the activities approved by tile Board.
• Perform flight operations certification and surveillance functions directly on behalf of the Member States, including assistance in the issuance of operations specifications, certification of airmen, the approval of operations manuals, crew training and checking programmes, and the performance of regularly scheduled operator surveillance.
• Provide on-the-job training on job functions for Inspectors assigned under the Co-operative Inspectorate Scheme (CIS) to the BAGASOO and to the available National Inspectors, in order to qualify them in the full range of related tasks.
• Assist with resource mobilization by maintaining liaison with members of the Board of Directors, ICAO and other potential donor entities.
• Prepare an annual report on the performance of the functions of the BAGASOO at the end of each year for submission to the Board.
• Make quarterly reports on the activities of the BAGASOO to the Board;
• Act as Secretary to the Board; and
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Board.

(2) Post Title: COMMISSIONER, BAGAIA (Establishment of Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Agency)
Post Number: 11-01
Duty Station: Praia, Cape Verde (with missions to the BAG Member States (Banjul Accord Group) Gambia, Ghana,' Guinea Conakry, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone)
Duration: 12 months
Date Required: 1 January 2010

Requirements
• The commissioner is appointed by the Council of Ministers for a period of three years on such terms and conditions as the Council of ministers may determine, and is eligible for re-appointment for a second term of three years. The Commissioner is responsible to the Council of ministers.
• The Commissioner prepares; for the approval of the BAG Council of Ministers, an annual programme of activities and budget for the BAGAIA and implements the approved programme; in consultation with the Council of Ministers, assess and approve applications by non-member States seeking assistance from the BAGAIA; and performs any other duty assigned by the Council of Ministers.

Qualifications and Experience
• The Commissioner shall have a minimum experience of 10 years as an aircraft accident investigator and shall have had experience as an investigator-in-charge (IIC). The Commissioner should have held:
• An Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) with appropriate airline command experience on jet aircraft; or
• An Engineering degree in Aeronautical Engineering or other relevant aviation related subject matters.
• Specialized aircraft accident investigation training.

Duties
• The Commissioner shall carry out the following functions
• Convene the meetings of the Commission and through the BAG Secretariat, request the convening of meetings of the Council of Ministers;
• Supervise and coordinate the development of common accident investigation regulations for adoption and use by the BAGAIA Member States;
• Supervise and coordinate the development of common guidance material, investigator handbooks and manuals and checklists for use in investigations in the BAGAIA Member States;
• Coordinate with the BAGAIA Member States the deployment of the BAGAIA Commission's investigation teams, for the purpose of carrying out investigations into aircraft accidents and serious incidents on delegation by the State of Occurrence;
• Establish and maintain a database of aircraft accidents and serious incidents compatible with the ICAO Accident/Incident Data Reporting (ADREP) system;
• Establish and maintain a list of aircraft accident investigators available as members of the BAGAIA Commission's investigation teams;
• Develop and implement a training programme for accident investigators:
• Exchange and share information with the BAGAIA Member States and relevant agencies on accidents and serious incidents;
• Develop staff regulations, rules and procedures and undertake the general management of the Office of the Commissioner;
• Ensure the provision and management of technical support to the BAGAIA Member States in the area of accident investigation and
• Services meetings of the Commission;
• Commissioner is the chief spokesperson of the BAGAIA and the principal liaison between the BAGAIA Member States and the BAGAIA.

Method of Application
All applications must be submitted to the address below:
COSCAP – BAG
C/o The Director General
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority
Aviation House, P.M.B 21029, 21038
Ikeja, Lagos

Closing Date: 21st February, 2010.

Country Manager Wanted in a Manufacturing, Construction, Property Company

COUNTRY MANAGER - NIGERIA in a Manufacturing, Construction, Property Company

JOB TITLE: COUNTRY MANAGER - NIGERIA
Manufacturing, Construction, Property
Western Africa - Nigeria
Permanent
You will be responsible for the organization of the Nigerian affiliate in terms of commercial development,
operational structure and financial results. You will be directly reporting to the headquarters and your key responsibilities will be to:

- Take on full P&L accountability of the subsidiary,

- Define and implement annual budget plans and provide regular reports to the headquarters in Europe,

- Develop a successful commercial strategy for the country,

- Coordinate and develop all departments and ensure operational and strategic goals are achieved,

- Coordinate the logistics operations including warehousing activities,

- Develop both new business and current accounts through active market research to create growth in sales,

- Represent the company externally with government, statutory/ regulatory bodies and business partners,

- Develop and implement internal systems for logistics, commercial and financial information flows in cooperation with headquarters.

Who we're looking for
The ideal candidate will have:
- A university degree in business, in engineering, or a degree equivalent to university,
- A minimum of 7 years experience in business development or even profit center management, preferably in the chemical industry. Additional experience in the steel industry will be a plus.
- Significant business development experience in Africa and ideally in Nigeria,
- Ethically minded and able to work under pressure in challenging environments,
- Drive, flexibility, excellent leadership qualities and entrepreneurial spirit,
- Fluency in English is essential for this role

About our client
Our client is an international player involved in all areas of logistics and commodity trading since 1985 (40 offices worldwide, 720m-euro turnover). In order to strengthen its business activities in Nigeria, the group is looking for a Country Manager based in Lagos.

What's on offer
The remuneration package will be determined according to the candidate's experience.

Your application will be sent to Franck Johnson : afrique@michaelpage.fr
Reference : QFJO565050

Job Ref: QFJO565050

Apply for this position

Vodafone Job Vacancies: Manager, Sales Operation

Manager, Sales Operation at Vodafone

Location: Accra
Job Status: Full-time
Job Expires: 17 Feb, 2010


Job Description

ROLE TITLE: Manager, Sales Operations
DEPARTMENT: Enterprise Sales Operations
REPORTS TO: Head of Enterprise
FUNCTION: Manage pre and post-sales operations and the project management of customer solutions.

ROLE PURPOSE:

1. To provide professional inputs to the Enterprise Solutions annual plan and budget.
2. To manage Enterprise Sales pre and post-sales operations within the framework of an agreed sales plan and budget, meeting targets for profitability and customer satisfaction.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Key Activities / Decision Areas
1. Develop best-in-class processes and procedures for effective day-to-day sales operations which support the sale of enterprise solutions to corporate and SME customers.
2. Deliver high-quality pre-sales support using standard templates and procedures for proposal writing, contract management and sales governance.
3. Manage the sales pay plan to align recognition with agreed targets and objectives, creating clear incentives and rewards for excellent performance.
4. Provide systems engineering support for developing enterprise solutions as part of the sales proposal.
5. Agree a set of performance KPI targets and measures; provide regular reports on sales performance against agreed KPI/targets.
6. Manage the end-to-end order and provisioning process, liaising with Customer Relations Group and agreeing allocation of responsibilities.
7. Manage the CRM and integrated channel management operations on behalf of Enterprise Solutions.
8. Provide bespoke customer service for selected accounts, allocating service managers who are integrated into the virtual account teams.
9. Provide project management for the implementation of complex enterprise solutions.
10. Use relevant metrics and measures to routinely monitor progress against targets and take appropriate managerial action to ensure targets are met or exceeded.
11. Provide performance data to support management decision-making.
12. Ensure full compliance with telecommunications licence provisions, sector regulations and competition laws.
13. Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers.
14. Support the sale of complex communications solutions in large corporate customer organisations (consultative-based selling) by developing effective counterpart relationships.
15. Support the Head of Enterprise Sales in developing a sales strategy and plan by providing professional inputs and advice.
16. Leadership of a professional Sales Operations team to meet targets for profitability and revenues, as agreed with the Head of Enterprise Sales.

Required Skills or Experience

1. Degree in a business studies discipline or equivalent
2. 7 years’ experience of sales operations management in the telecommunications sector
3. Project management and business process skills
4. Experience of managing designing and operating a sales pay plan

How To Apply

Send CVs to careers.gh@vodafone.com

Marketing Manager Vacancy at Vodafone

Marketing Manager at Vodafone

Location: Accra
Job Status: Full-time
Job Expires: 17 February, 2010


Job Description

ROLE TITLE: Marketing Manager:
DEPARTMENT: Consumer Mobile
REPORTS TO: Head of Consumer Mobile

FUNCTION: To shape the future direction of the company’s Consumer Mobile offerings, using thorough market insights to advise on ways to improve our products and services and ensure that our offerings are shaped around the voice of the customer

ROLE PURPOSE: To deliver innovative total communication solutions, where fixed, mobile, voice and data will all become one for our HVC

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Key Activities / Decision Areas

* Gathering insights from your key segment to develop and understanding of who the target customer is
* Identifying market trends, opportunities and risks to define future propositions and promotions that drive customer acquisition in your key segment
* Ownership and management of the relationship with customers in your key segment
* Responsible for the P&L of your key segment
* Developing a portfolio/roadmap of customer offerings for testing, implementation and roll-out that is within the marketing budget and aligned to the overall marketing roadmap in Strategy & Brand
* Result-oriented – able to recommend and take corrective action, if appropriate
* Commercially-minded – comfortable with financial data and/or making business cases
* Working with internal teams to develop agency briefs & research strategies (including discussion guides and questionnaires)
* Working with internal product management teams to deliver compelling customer offerings to market around our ever-evolving product set that are aligned with our core pillars of speed, simplicity and trust

Required Skills or Experience

* Masters/Equivalent degree in Marketing/Engineering
* Substantial experience in consumer marketing, product or brand management or strategic planning
* Experience in the mobile services industry in emerging markets
* Experience in the FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) industry in emerging markets
* Experience in delivering marketing insights and leading strategy within a large, complex organisation
* Strong commercial acumen
* Good presentation skills
* Ability to work with cross-functional teams
* Strong execution skills with a proven track record of delivery
* English – Fluent
* Local language - Conversational

How To Apply

Send CVs to: patrick.boamah@vodafone.com

Vodafone Ghana: IT Infrastructure Services Manager

IT Infrastructure Services Manager at Vodafone

Location: Accra
Job Status: Full-time
Job Expires: 17 February, 2010


Job Description

Role Purpose

* To drive the establishment of new data centre facilities in Ghana which will support the local business plan and IT strategy and to actively develop a successor who will be ready to take over the role within 18 months.
* To cost effectively manage and operate Vodafone Ghana’s essential IT infrastructure components such as data centre systems ( server farms, storage area networks etc), local area networks, databases, policies and processes, for overall operational efficiency and high system availability for the business. This involves leadership to ensure that the company’s IT infrastructure always remain responsive to business needs:
* To continuously scale components of the IT infrastructure, in a multi-vendor environment, to support business growth through promoting adaptability necessary for a changeable environment. This requires optimization of resources / investment and planning for future expansion.
* To establish comprehensive security set up that protects the infrastructure against unauthorized assess to systems and services (covering implementation, application vulnerability management and user identity management).

Essence of Role – Key Accountabilities

* Effectively manage the installation / commissioning of hardware and software components of the DC
* Maintain and ensure adherence to effective policies and best practices for IT service assurance
* Maintain IT infrastructure with automated, system management capabilities (including monitoring of critical systems), with ability to proactively identify potential system failures before they materialize.
* Ensure application performance management that leads to peak system performance and availability of LOB applications and all other corporate IT services.
* Maintain continuously accurate database of all infrastructure components (CMDB), as a key aspect of general service management including incident, change, problem and asset management.
* Protect Vodafone Ghana’s IT systems from both internal and external sources of usage ( and assess) that could potentially lead to damage to IT investments, service denial or interruption, theft of company data assets and any malicious activity against normal operation of the business.
* Ensure high availability (24 by 7) and performance (against SLA) of all networks, to provide dependable, highly secure, real-time access to people and information systems.
* Implement scalable local area network design that eases network integration
* Safeguard all enterprise data through reliable regular data backup and restore practice
* Implement ITIL processes to assure trouble free release of new or upgraded solutions

Required Skills or Experience

* Exceptional track record in technology infrastructure management
* Strong focus on customer needs and creation of a culture that delivers results to meet and exceed service level agreements
* Understanding of working in a global organisation and how to leverage such a framework for local success.
* Understanding and proven capability of working within an environment of rapid operational and cultural change.
* Experience in negotiating with vendors to achieve both business and financial outcomes in line with the business & market strategic direction.
* Inspirational influencer and communicator at all levels of the organisation.
* Sound technical capability and ability to lead and influence colleagues to implement change in IT infrastructure
* Sound understanding IT service management disciplines in line with IT industry standards, best practice and market trends e.g. ITIL
* Experience of providing an effective IT Service whilst maintaining high service availability and reducing cost.
* Working in a changing environment and managing the transition of people and services to other locations.

How To Apply

Send CVs to techcareers.gh@vodafone.com

Production Manager Jobs at a Quick Service Restaurant

Production Manager at a medium sized company operating in the Quick Service Restaurant

Our client, a well structured, medium sized company operating in the Quick Service Restaurant (Q S R) sector of the Nigeria economy is in need of the position below:

Production Manager:

Qualification:
Applicants must possess a minimum of First Degree/HND in either Catering/Hotel Management or Food Science & Technology from reputable Institutions.
Minimum of 10 years experience in QSR/Hotel environment is required.
Candidate must be thoroughly familiar with operations in Bakery, Pastries, Ice cream and Kitchen services.

Remunerations for the position are attractive.


Interested candidates should send their applications to;

The Consultant,
P.O. Box 4452 Apapa Lagos

Or kingstine_jo2000@yahoo.com on or before 16th February 2010

Jobs in Nigeria: Marketing Manager

Our client, a well structured, medium sized company operating in the Quick Service Restaurant (Q S R) sector of the Nigeria economy is in need of the position below:


Marketing Manager

Qualification:
Applicants must possess a minimum of First Degree / HND in Marketing or Social Science from a recognized higher Institution plus a minimum of 8 years marketing experience in F M C G sector.
Valid driving license /driving experience and good knowledge of Lagos and environs are essential.

Remunerations for the position are attractive.

Interested candidates should send their applications to;

The Consultant,
P.O. Box 4452 Apapa Lagos


Or kingstine_jo2000@yahoo.com on or before 16th February 2010

Director, Division of Epidemics and Disease at WAHO

Director, Division of Epidemics and Disease at WAHO

The qualifications in this advertisement are the minimum requirements for eligibility. And candidate not in possession of this requirement will not be considered.

The West African Health Organisation is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position:

Job Title: Director, Division of Epidemics and Disease
Control Category: D1
Department: Division of Epidemics and Disease Control
Location (country): Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
Immediate Supervisor: Director General/Deputy Director General

Start date of Service: 2010

Summary of the position and tasks;


The Director is charged with leading the overall technical and operational work in the following programmes – Epidemic Preparedness and Response. Communicable Diseases Non-communicable Diseases. Medicines and Vaccines.



Description of Main Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent shall:
Oversee the creation and operation of a unit for Epidemics Preparedness and Response to support ECOWAS Member State
Lead the regional response to epidemics, in collaboration with other stakeholders in the region.
Coordinate the development and promotion of strategies for reducing the burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases in ECOWAS Member State
Identify and support strategies to assist Member State in the procurement of medicines and vaccines at affordable prices
Lead the West Africa regional harmonization process of medicines regulations
Play a lead role in the organisation’ policy dialogue, advocacy and resource mobilization efforts.
Coordinate and provide technical leadership in the preparation of department’s budget, annual work plans and reports.
Ensure the identification, documentation, and dissemination of programmes result lessons learned and best practices.
Provide guidance and supervise professional and administrative staff
Ensure that technical information is shared among the staff of various country programmes, Headquarters, country programmes, Technical Working Groups, Partners, donors and other stakeholders.
Main compliance with all ECOWAS/WAHO finance, logistics, procurement, and human resources policies.



Qualification, Experience, and Required Skills:
A medical degree from a recognized University and a post-graduate qualification in Public Health
At least 12 years professional experience including 6 years at the international level and 5years at the supervisory level managing large multi-country health programmes;
Experience in design and management of intervention strategies in epidemics and disease control, communicable and non-communicable diseases, medicines and vaccines;
Excellent facilitation skills supporting ECOWAS Member Countries to translate policy and strategic plans for implementation;
Strong communication skills with a proven ability to write technical materials; Strong networking, influencing, and advocacy skills;
Effective leadership and strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work load, set and meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and attend to details;
Ability to work effectively across language and cultural barriers; and
Must be computer literate and proficient in the application of relevant softwares.



Language Proficiency

Proficiency in one of the three official languages of ECOWAS (English, French, or Portuguese) with a working knowledge of other

Applicants are requested to quote as reference the number of this advertisement in their applications

Deadline for applications: on or before 30th March 2010



Applications letter accompanying by copies of certificates, updated CV should be sent to:

Director General,
West African Health Organisation
175 Ave. Dr. Ouezzin Coulibaly
01 BP153 Bobo-Dioulasso 01

Burkina Faso Email: waho.applicationcandidature@yahoo.fr

This notice is addressed to candidates of both sexes, qualified female candidates are strong encouraged to apply.

All admissions will be made subject to ECOWAS staff rules and regulations.

The recruitment process will consist of short listing, followed by an interview of shortlisted candidates. Only the latter will be contacted.

Executive Assistant Vacancy in an NGO

Executive Assistant in an NGO

A reputable NGO working with value chain stakeholders and in collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, is looking for a suitable qualified goal-oriented and results-driven person for appointment as an Executive Assistant.
Executive Assistant


Job Description

A reputable NGO working with value chain stakeholders and in collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, is looking for a suitable qualified goal-oriented and results-driven person for appointment as an Executive Assistant.

The appointment shall be for an initial period of two (2) years with the possibility of renewal based on satisfactory performance.

Job Summary
The Executive Assistant will take part in the strategic administration of the organization, in accordance with its goals, objectives, work plans and procedures. He will be in charge of the following activities :

* Database management
* Communication and capacity building
* Business development, marketing and pilot actions


Reports to: The Executive Secretary

Duties and responsibilities

Database management

1. Centralization of data on production costs and profitability analysis at each level of the value chain.
2. Collection, collation, analysis and communication of price and market data.
3. Collection and analysis of other rice sector data.
4. Participation to the organization’s database and website development
5. Management of the database, including a price and market information system.

Communication and capacity building

1. Building capacities of members on issues concerning the rice sector.
2. Assisting in the planning, preparation and holding of meetings, conferences and workshops.
3. Writing and distribution of meetings and trainings material and reports.
4. Preparing technical notes and materials for publications in the organization’s newsletter and website.
5. Preparation and distribution of the newsletters.

Business development, marketing and pilot actions

1. Support to price negotiations and fair profit sharing mechanisms among value chain stakeholders.
2. Promotion, regulation and monitoring of marketing agreements.
3. Identification of factor chain constraints, design, implementation and monitoring of pilot actions to alleviate them.
4. Raising of funds : participation to the development of income generating activities, networking and developing partnerships.

Other

1. Reporting on activities handled : writing and presentation of reports, participation to meetings with partners.
2. Deputizing for the Executive Secretary in his absence.

Required Skills or Experience

1. A minimum of Bachelor of Science in agriculture, rural development or agro economy.
2. A minimum of two years relevant working experience in the following areas :
* Project management : design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of activities, in compliance with projects’ procedures and work plans.
* Rice sector : technical skills in rice production, processing and marketing.
* Value chain development, agribusiness development.
* Building capacities, development of training activities, holding of workshops.
* Writing of reports, articles and technical papers.
* Database development and management, data collection, compilation and analysis.
* Implementation of feasibility studies & costs and profitability analysis.
* Website development / management.
3. Computer literate : Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database software, Internet.
4. Language skills : English, knowledge in two or more local languages.
5. Communication : good written and verbal communication skills.
6. Personal skills : ability to meet deadlines, dedicated to work, well organized, team player, results oriented, fast learner, leadership and interpersonal skills.

How To Apply
Application letters together with supporting documents including CV, telephone, e-mail address and three (3) references should be sent to :

The Executive Secretary
P.O Box M37
Accra, Ghana

Deadline for submission of application: 15 February, 2010

Senior Financial Oficer wanted at IITA Ibadan, Nigeria

Senior Financial Oficer (Ref: CFO/SFO/07/09)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Senior Financial Officer.

IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/


Position:

The candidate will play a critical role in assisting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in strengthening and overseeing fiscal management systems and achieving strategic goals of IITA Finance Office.

Major Responsibilities

Reporting to the CFO of IITA, the candidate will have responsibility for understanding the strategic direction of the organization and providing high-level, proactive financial expertise and direction for both short-term and long-term financial planning and management as follows:

* Advise the CFO on all matters affecting control and implementation of the Institute’s financial management policies and procedures
* Assist the Finance Office in ensuring the Institute’s financial integrity and accountability
* Assist in ensuring that the financial reporting and accounting requirements of donors are met
* Assist in maintaining effective financial control over the Institute’s assets, Investments, liabilities, income, and disbursements.
* Provide strategic guidance and oversight for the formulation and implementation of Finance policies and procedures

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategy:

* Assist to prepare accurate and timely medium-term financial plan/annual budget
* Monitor financial performance against budget to support the dynamic re-Allocation of resources according to priorities
* Develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational Information to the CFO and make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations
* Work with the CFO to craft a long-term strategy for Finance Office by providing advice on issues, trends, and changes in the operating model(s) and operational delivery
* Assist in establishing yearly objectives and work plans for the various workshops in Finance Office
* Advise the CFO on long-term budgetary planning and costs management in alignment with the Institute’s strategic plan, considering limitations and changes in the funding environment, strategic growth opportunities and collaborations with external organisations
* Remain up to date on non-profit audit best practices

Financial and Operational Management

* Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate accounting principles and regulatory requirements
* Maintain internal control safeguards and ensure timely audit activities
* Optimize the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash positions
* Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally
* Provide user friendly management tools that can be used for planning and tracking budgets

Compliance

* Ensure compliance and maintain oversight for all accounting and operating activities
* In conjunction with the CFO, assist in annual financial audits; review audit materials, and prepare management response to the auditor.

Risk Assessment

* Conduct monthly financial reviews of program spending.
* Advise CFO on investment of funds; work with banks and other financial institutions.


Acting Role

* Act as Officer-in-Charge during periods of absence of the CFO.


Team Management

* Mentor and develop finance management teams, providing input on work allocation, training, trouble-shooting, problem and conflict resolution, and the building of an effective team dynamic.

Duty Station: Ibadan, Nigeria

Qualifications and Experience

* Advanced degree in a relevant field—research administration, public administration, and management, preferably an MBA
* Must be a Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant
* Preferably with ten years or more of progressive experience in managing corporate finance, including reporting to senior management
* Experience in a multidisciplinary research organization and cross- cultural environment, preferably in a not-for-profit organization
* Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, and team building skills
* Ability and proven track record in leadership of small groups; experience as a
* manager of staff, team builder / leader; and ability as a manager of strategic relationships
* Proficiency in at least one major enterprise management system (oracle, sun, platinum SAGE, etc.) and relevant computer applications
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is essential, including ability to set out coherent presentations and group interactions

General Information: The initial contract is for 2 years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.

Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx

Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist Vacancy at IITA

Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist (Ref: DDG-R4D/RTA/01/10)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist.

IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/

Position: The Roots and Tuber Agronomist will work with other agronomists, plant breeders, plant health scientists, social scientists, and other colleagues to develop crop, soil and pest management options for root and tuber systems, with emphasis on cassava and yam based systems. IITA has, in the past, generated several component technologies which when applied in carefully selected combinations and with due consideration to prevailing socioeconomic factors will produce more synergistic and sustained outcomes associated with high cropping system productivity. The Systems Agronomist will provide leadership in synthesizing integrated crop, soil and pest management options with high probability of success in different agro ecological zones in sub-Saharan Africa.

Duty Station: Ibadan, IITA Headquarters, Nigeria. Frequent travel is expected and candidates should be willing to work in small-scale farm settings in Africa.

Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities for the Agronomist will include:

* Conducting strategic and adaptive research on the agronomy of root and tuber crops, building on past research and responding to needs as identified jointly with project teams.
* Investigating nutrient flows, nutrient use efficiency, and beneficial cultural practices in the use of fertilizers in root and tuber systems.
* Investigating adaptation of root and tuber crop germplasm to target environments.
* Designing, planning, testing and disseminating integrated crop, soil and pest management strategies for root and tuber systems that address farmers’ needs along different intensification gradients in sub-Saharan Africa.
* Adapting and testing tools (e.g. simulation models, information systems, and GIS) for matching improved technologies to different farmer-targeted niches for root and tuber crop production.
* Contributing to studies on genotype x soil fertility interactions and the design of breeding strategies towards increased fertilizer use efficiency in root and tuber cropping systems.
* Contributing to propagation of selected root and tuber crop varieties for widespread and rapid distribution through links with national programs and the private sector.
* Resource mobilization through grant proposals and strengthening of partners’ capacities, including co-supervision of postgraduate thesis research with university lecturers.

Educational requirements: The candidate should have a PhD degree in Agronomy with experience in integrated crop, soil and pest management

Core Competencies:

* Proven skills and experience in agronomy research both in the field and the laboratory.
* Good scientific publication record.
* Familiarity with participatory and action research methods.
* Modeling of cropping systems.
* Computer literacy and statistical data analysis capabilities.
* Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
* Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, and team building skills.
* Fluency in oral and written English and working knowledge of French is an advantage.
* Knowledge of sub-Saharan Africa, and good contacts with NARS scientists in the region is an added advantage.

General Information: The initial appointment is for three years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.

Applications: Interested persons are requested to apply to the Human Resources Manager with a copy of their CV, names and addresses of three referees and a covering letter (not more than 2 pages) indicating their interest/competency in handling the work, overview of similar work undertaken and their comments on the Terms of Reference. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx

Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

IITA Job Vacancies: Head, Supply Chain

Head, Supply Chain (Ref: DDG-R4D/HSC/09/09)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Head, Supply Chain.


IITA is an international nonprofit 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). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/



Position: IITA seeks a dynamic, flexible, and an enthusiastic team player to join its Headquarters team as the Head of the Supply Chain Unit. This is a senior role that requires commitment, diplomacy and drive. He/she will manage all of the relationships and functions across the whole Supply Chain Unit (Procurement, Stores and Shipping [Logistics]). These functional relationships include the management and coordination of IITA Limited International Procurement Office and Africa Stations Supply Chain Management.



The position reports to the Deputy Director General (R4D-S) of IITA.



Duty Station: Ibadan, Nigeria


Responsibilities

· Lead the Supply Chain team and provide leadership and direction on all supply chain activities across IITA

· Implement the overall supply chain strategy as set out in the five year strategic plan in line with delivering ongoing value.

· Implement and improve on already developed Key Performance Indicators across the whole supply chain which drives value in line with the ‘Balanced Scorecard’ approach.

· Manage the Supply Chain operations within Ibadan namely; Procurement, Stores and Shipping

· Integrate Africa Stations into overall supply chain management concepts. Provide leadership and direction in the creation of ‘Regional Hub’ supply chain management functions.

· Manage the UK International Procurement Office (IITA Ltd) as a self sustaining and self-financing part of IITA

· Implement on-going Supply Chain training programs and initiatives to significantly upgrade the capability of staff within the total unit in order for trained staff to initiate additional ‘value adding’ strategies and tactics for IITA.



Qualifications/Experience:



· At least ten years of progressive supply chain and marketing experience with at least five years at an executive level. Experience both in the public and private sector would be a distinct advantage.

· Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain from a recognised Chartered Institute is essential, combined with a strong first degree in Finance and Supply Chain Management. An MBA would also be an advantage.

· Excellent people management skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team

· Excellent analytical and strategic problem-solving capabilities

· Experience working in a developing country and within multidisciplinary and culturally diverse environments



General Information: Initial appointment is for two years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.



Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link:

http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx



Closing Date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.


IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates

Cowpea Agronomist Vacancy at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Cowpea Agronomist (Ref: DDG-R4D/PDF-CA/01/10)

Post Doctoral Fellow – Cowpea Agronomist – AVEC-BF Project

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Cowpea Agronomist.

IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/

Position:

IITA seeks a Cowpea Agronomist. This position is a post-doctoral position under the project “Introduction of new cowpea varieties to enhance food production in semi-arid region of Africa – Appropriate Varieties of Early maturing Cowpea for Burkina Faso (AVEC-BF)”. AVEC-BF is funded by the Japanese government, the project period is from April 2010 to March 2013. The agronomist is responsible for using all available research tools to enhance on-farm level cowpea productivity in Burkina Faso in collaboration of Institut de l'Environnement et de Recherches Agricoles (INERA).

Duty Station: INERA Saria Station, Burkina Faso and IITA station in Kano, Nigeria.

Educational requirements:

* PhD in agronomy, crop physiology or related fields.

Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities for the Post Doctoral Fellow will include:

1. Identifying and screening appropriate cowpea genotypes with preferable agronomic traits and stable productivity via farmer’s participatory varietal selection in multiple locations of Central and Central North region of Burkina Faso.
2. Facilitating the training of community-based seed producers for improved management skills of certified seed production.
3. Facilitating the organization of farmers’ communities and farmers’ schools in target villages to ensure widespread and rapid distribution of appropriate cowpea packaged with improved management skills.
4. Facilitating linkages among farmers’ communities, seed producers and input /output dealers.
5. Investigating the effect of introduced cowpea with improved management practices on following cereal productivity under station and on-farm trial conditions.
6. Supervision of two staff members under the project
7. Developing technical reports in both Japanese and English.

Core Competencies

* Excellent leadership, mentoring, training, evaluation and team building skills.
* Ability to work as a member of a multi disciplinary team in a cross cultural environment.
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
* Proficiency with statistics and computers, including knowledge of statistical data software, spreadsheets, word-processing, and power point, as well as willingness and ability to learn further as necessary.
* Fluency in oral and written Japanese and English.
* Fluency in French would be an advantage as it will be necessary to learn and use French during the project period.

General Information: The appointment is initially for one year. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.

Applications:
Interested persons are requested to apply to the Human Resources Manager with a copy of their CV, names and addresses of three referees and a covering letter (not more than 2 pages) indicating their interest/competency in handling the work, overview of similar work undertaken and their comments on the Terms of Reference. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx

Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

Agricultural Markets Economist Wanted at IITA

Agricultural Markets Economist (Ref: DDG-R4D/AME/01/10)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Agricultural Markets Economist.

IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/

Position: IITA seeks an Agricultural Markets Economist. The overall objective of the position is to lead strategic research on market economics on IITA mandate crops and related activities.

Duty Station: Ibadan, IITA Headquarters, Nigeria. Frequent travel is expected and candidates should be willing to work in small scale farm settings in Africa.

Educational requirements:

* PhD in Agricultural Economics, Applied Economics or other relevant fields.
* Extensive experience in markets economic studies relating to agricultural issues, preferably in Africa.
* Outstanding ability to perform thoughtful critical analysis on market economics related data.
* Ability to work with researchers from other disciplines.
* Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
* A strong peer-reviewed publication record.
* Minimum of 3 years of organizational, planning and budget management experience.
* Minimum of 3 years of donor relations experience including presentation of concept notes, proposal writing and oversight of compliance matters resulting in continuously donor funded projects.

Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities for the Agricultural Markets Economist will include:

* Conducting market economic studies of commodities along the value chain.
* Monitoring economic changes in agriculture in relation to the markets and vice versa.
* Devising methods and procedures to conduct different types of markets surveys.
* Creating, as well as to using, various econometric modeling techniques to develop forecasts.
* Applying models of economic behavior to agricultural markets changes and developments.
* Promoting market development through the use of experimental economic methods.
* Developing business plans of the commodity value chains.
* Maintaining a high level of research outputs for publication outlets within the wider scientific community and within IITA.
* Establishing and fostering relationships and linkages with partners in national agricultural research and extension systems, the private sector and Advanced Research Institutes.
* Providing technical backstopping and assistance in building market economic capacity of national programs.
* Mobilizing and managing research funds effectively.

Core Competencies

* Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
* Excellent leadership, mentoring, management, interpersonal and team building skills.
* Fluency in oral and written English. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.
* Knowledge of sub-Saharan Africa is an added advantage.

General Information: The initial appointment is for three years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.

Applications: Interested persons are requested to apply to the Human Resources Manager with a copy of their CV, names and addresses of three referees and a covering letter (not more than 2 pages) indicating their interest/competency in handling the work, overview of similar work undertaken and their comments on the Terms of Reference. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx

Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

GE Energy Infrastructure Jobs: HR Manager

HR Manager at GE Energy Infrastructure - Oil & Gas

HR Manager

Job Number:1062234
Date Posted:29 January 2010
Function:Human Resources - HR Client Support
Business:GE Energy Infrastructure - Oil & Gas
Career Level:Experienced

Location:Lagos, Nigeria

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