Job at PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC): Head of Human Capital

PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is recruiting for an experienced, dynamic and mature Human Capital professional.

The candidate will fill the position of Head of Human Capital in PricewaterhouseCoopers Africa Central region which incorporates Ghana, Nigeria, Zambia, Angola, Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya and Mauritius. Our practices in this region currently employ more than 2,100 staff and are growing rapidly.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the successful candidate will have overall responsibility for Human Capital Operations in the region.

Main Responsibilities

• Reviewing and adapting the Human Capital Strategy, in conjunction with the key stakeholders, to deliver commercial success
• Implementing that strategy through the actions of self and others
• Assisting in providing Human Capital Strategic positioning towards the recruitment, retention and development of staff across the region
• Promoting Human Capital policies and processes which are in line with the best practice, meet the business needs and adhere to the increasing regulations which the business faces
• Managing and ensuring integration of the activities of the Human capital specialists
• Developing the senior individuals with Human Capital roles, ensuring their capacity to consult on Human Capital matters

Minimum Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills

• A graduate with a recognized Human Capital qualification or business equivalent
• At least 10 years experience in the field of Human Capital Management
• Ability to operate in a fluid and challenging environment
• Strong knowledge across the broad range of Human Capital specialism
• A proven track record of discussing Human Capital strategies at board level, gaining buy-in and creating momentum
• Ability to operate at strategic as well as operational level
• Ability to anticipate and manage change
• Strong desire and ability to develop others

We are particularly interested in candidates with an existing connection to any of the countries in our region, but will consider all applications. This exciting and challenging position will provide a great opportunity for candidates seeking to work in a highly professional environment.

Applicants should submit their applications by email including detailed curriculum vitae and contact details of three professional referees.

Deadline is 30 November, 2008

Click here to apply online

Jobs at Huawei Technologies: Graduate, Experienced Engineers

Huawei Technologies is a leader in providing next generation telecommunications networks for operators around the world.

Huawei Technologies is currently recruiting for Telecommunications and Computer Engineers for Graduate and Experienced telecom positions.

General Requirements for all positions:

• Bachelor or Higher Degree in Telecommunication Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering or relevant fields.
• Experience in a Telecom Engineering Company or ICT is preferred and is of top-priority.
• Good Customer service orientation, communication skills, good team spirit and has ability to work independently, Self-motivated, flexible, enthusiastic to work with both Oral and written fluency in English Language.
• Should be ready to work under pressure in all kind of working condition.
• Should be ready for projects all over Nigeria and International projects in other Africa countries.
• Proficient in Microsoft office (word. excel and PowerPoint)
• Applicants should be open to learning new skills and technology.
• Applicants should not be more than 32 years of age.
• Fresh Graduates with excellent grades of 1st Class Degree or a higher Second Class Upper Degree in the relevant major and have concluded their NYSC can apply.

Senior Engineering Project Manager
(POSITION ID: T021312 Application & Software)
Responsibilities

• The project manager for Huawei Application and Software (A&S) project so appointed has to stay in the country where the project delivered from the initial phase till to PAC granted (4-5months average) to manage a project team of 30 team members for the implementation.
• It is anticipated the project will follow Huawei’s standard project management and system development life cycle (SDLC) methodology and include but not limited to the following project activities:

1. Project initiation
2. Project plan preparation
3. User Business process study
4. Project scope definition and confirmation with user
5. Site preparation and hardware installation
6. User requirement and gathering and analysis
7. Preparation and walkthrough of system test plan
8. Application software development and unit testing
9. Document and user training system integration test
10. User acceptance test
11. Loading test
12. Resilience test
13. Production data preparation
14. System nursing
15. Data migration

The following are the major tasks for the project manager:

• Act as Huawei’s central contact point on site for the all project matter
• Overall in charge of all design activities of the project
• Manage Huawei’s project teams to deliver the project according to plan, specification and with high quality standard
• Monitor the progress of the project to ensure the completion is according to the agreed schedule
• Co-ordinate project progress review meetings on system design & delivery, project schedule, resources and quality assurance
• Report the project progress to all involved parties periodically and on time

Requirements

• Over 5 years experience in implementing Large Scale Telecom or IT Projects
• PMP Certificate holder desirable
• Good presentation and communication skills in English and with all levels of customers and Mandarin with Huawei project team members

Contact, Lagos: baishengping@huawei.com

Senior Presales Manager

(POSITION ID: T021312 Application & Software)
Responsibilities

• As a senior consultant role to the carrier for project decision making, via technical presentation and communication, collecting analyzing carrier’s requirement and provide relative solution and product
• To set up and improve Huawei’s solution and brand via high level communication and technical presentation to provide fast response to customers requiremnts and invite the target customer to attend telecom exhibition or forum
• To attend project bidding or contract negotiation, assist project operation and management improve project success probability and contract quality and accomplish the annual sale revenue and market target.
• To define and implement the exploring plan for the target market, find the opportunity to sell the product and solution and accomplish the annual sale revenue and market breakthrough target. To research and analyze global telecom industry developing trend, carrier network status and competition situation, define Huawei application and software product and solution’s global exploring plan, competition policy and market policy

Requirement

• Candidates should have a minimum of 5+ yrs experience in telecommunications with 3+ years sales or Pre-sales experience
• Familiar with mobile communication, IMS, telecom VAS, etc. Deep knowledge and understanding with telecom VAS development and other VAS solutions
• Good business relationship with telecom industry consultant, analyst institute

Contact, Lagos: baishengping@huawei.com

Technical Support Engineer (Application & Service Software)
Position ID-TO21308

A. Ring Back Tone Product
Responsibilities:

• Ring back tone system/ other OSS product project implementation, which includes installation and testing and Maintenance
• Responsible for service related technical activities

Requirements:

• 2 years of practical working experience with Unix product and experience with SUN-OS, IBM-AIX
• Knowledgeable in the telecommunications and CCS7 system
• Knowledgeable in Database system, working experience in Oracle, Sysbase

Contact, Lagos & Kano: yanjiahui@huawei.com

B. Data Services Engineer
Responsibilities:

• Short message system / Multimedia short message system/ other data services product project implementation, which includes installation and testing and maintenance.
• Support for service related technical activities.

Requirements

• 2 years of practical work experience in Unix, SUN-OS and IBM-AIX
• Knowledgeable in the telecommunication technology of CCS7 system
• Knowledgable in Databse system and working experience in Oracle, Sysbase

Contact, Lagos, & Kano: yanjiahui@huawei.com

C. Intelligent Network Product Engineer
Responsibilities:

• Responsible for intelligent Network project implementation which includes installation and testing and maintenance
• Responsible for intelligent Network related service related technical activities

Requirements:

• 2 years practical work experience in Unix, working experience in HP-UX, SUN-OS will be an added advantage
• Knowledgeable in the telecommunication and CCS7 system
• Knowledgeable in Database system, better with working experience in Informix, Sysbase

Contact, Lagos & Kano: yanjiahui@huawei.com

How to Apply

All applications must be sent via e-mail to the outlined email address and must be received from the date of advertisement. Applicants should specify on their applications and CV’s the Job title, Job Code and the Job Position they are applying for and should save their C.V with their names and job title.

All applications that do not follow the instructions above will be disqualified. Applicants that do not meet the requirements need not bother to apply.

Deadline is 18th November 2008.

Jobs at Computer Warehouse: Sales Executives, OND Technicians

Computer Warehouse Group is one of the fastest growing information and communication technology companies.

We offer integrated ICT solutions that add value to the operations of diverse clientele, using highly skilled and well motivated workforce.

Computer Warehouse is recruiting for the following positions:

Sales Executives, Software: Candidates will be expected to prospect for new businesses as well as maintain existing accounts. They will be expected to have sound product knowledge and experience in solution selling. Also, they will manage clients’ relationships.

They should be able to prepare proposals and presentations. They will be expected not only to initiate the sales but also to close it. They will follow up on invoicing and collections. Candidates will report to the Business Development Manager.

Applicants should possess a B.Sc./HND in Engineering or Science and with a flair for sales. Oracle Certified Sales Specialist or related sales certification will be an added advantage. Three years (post NYSC) experience in prospecting and selling IT solutions in a structured IT firm.

Product Manager: BSC / HND in computer science or Engineering with 3-5 years experience in card payment systems, ebanking solutions, transaction switching and settlement.

Conducts research into ebanking and payment solutions and industry on possible business opportunities, also on what competition is offering; Develops appropriate business plans where required; Designs and develops, value-added services and benchmark against competitors and products; Must be able to maintain and coordinate relationships with partners and ExpertEdge; also coordinate relationship between technical and sales on projects

OND Technicians: Opportunities also exist for OND Technicians. Candidates should have qualifications in Electrical/ Electronics or Computer Science, with at least a credit in English language at school certificate level. Not more than 24 years old.

How to Apply

Interested persons should apply with copies of their certificates and curriculum vitae to: Human Resources Manager, Computer Warehouse Group, 5th Floor, Octagon Building, 13A, A.J. Marinho Drive, Victoria Island Annex, P.O.Box 73989 Victoria Island, Lagos, or by e-mail to: info@cwlgroup.com.

Deadline is 25th of November 2008.

Job at Sunrose Consulting Limited.

Sunrose Consulting Limited was established in March 1997 as a human resource management consultancy firm. We specialise in strategic planning, business training and executive selection. We offer highly professional, focused services to help you organise, grow and develop.
Sunrose Consulting Limited requires the services of the following for their able clients:

Financial Accountant
Reporting to the General Manager.
Degree-qualified, you must be an Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) with a minimum of 5 years’ post qualification requisite experience.
This position requires a high level of maturity and strong leadership skills.
You must have high level communication and influencing skills.
Highly numerate and analytical with a practical approach to problem solving, you must have the drive and commercial acumen to succeed.
A good knowledge of an accounting software is required.

Civil Engineers (Construction - Lagos / Calabar)
You will oversee the actual construction on the ground.
You will ensure the project runs to time and budget.
You will supervise construction, deal with the logistics of supplies, schedule work; provide appropriate plant for construction, monitor the provision of materials, liaise with and direct the work of sub-contractors employed on the project and ensure safety standards and quality of workmanship. You must have useful experience in roads and general building construction with a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience.

Quantity Surveyors (Construction - Lagos/Calabar)
You will manage all costs relating to building projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures.
You will seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.
You will prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities while identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks.
You must have useful experience in budgeting, time schedule, costing and tendering with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
You must be proficient in relevant computer applications.

Surveyor (Construction - Lagos)
You will survey earth's surface to determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction.
You will research previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys.
You will develop new data from photogrammetric records.
You will determine methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control. You must have experience in using total stations, complete surveying equipments and calculating quantities.
You must have a minimum of 5 years’ similar experience.

Technical Officer Engineer (Constr-Lagos / Calabar)
You will effectively and continuously coordinate and follow up on all projects.
You will perform technical, organizational and supervisory role on various construction projects. You will prepare and review daily production sheet, coordinate and ensure the quantities being measured from sites, invoice the verified quantities regularly to clients and follow up.
You must have useful experience in technical construction projects and roads.

Mechanical Engineer (Construction - Calabar)
You will manage the repair and maintenance workshop.
You will supervise and train the workshop staff to carry out effective repairs on construction equipment.
You will be responsible for proactive problem identification and resolution.
You must have useful experience handling earthwork equipments workshop, repairing, maintaining and servicing of plant construction equipment.
You must have demonstrable management skills.

Site Supervisors (Telecommunications - Lagos)
You will plan, design and oversee the construction of cell-sites.
You will ensure quality is met within agreed timeline.
You must be a professional Civil Engineer with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a telecommunications company.
You must be capable of conducting technical site survey and supervision of soil test investigation and piling.
You must be capable of building complete site by yourself with good quality and speed.
You must have a good knowledge of RF work, Shelter and reticulation.
You must be capable of handling more than 2 sites at once, with good management skills.
You must have a good knowledge of the RF, Reticulation materials so that you can report if there are missing items on sites.
You must have a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and internet browsing.

Architects
You will initiate various design and construction documents and models.
You will work closely with users, clients and officials to make sure that projected designs match the needs of these groups.
In addition, you will work closely with contractors on site, ensuring that works are carried out to specific standards.
You must have a good first degree in architecture with a minimum of 3 years’ demonstrable experience in architectural designing and project management.
You must have good design and drawing skills with the ability to think and create in three dimensions.
You must have good time management and organisational skills to juggle several projects concurrently.
Good leadership skills with an inquisitive and creative mind that is willing to change are essential. AutoCAD experience and expertise are required.

General Manager (Human Resources)
You will make a significant contribution to the strategic direction and management of the company’s business through advice and implementation of people and culture solutions to ensure effectiveness in attracting, managing, developing, motivating and retaining top quality staff. Degree-qualified, you must have a minimum of 8 years’ experience in managing human resources in a large organisation.


Heads of Branches
You will generate new businesses and maintain strong customer relationship. You will generate business reports and analysis. You must have a good first degree with a strong personality. Useful marketing experience of financial products and a good understanding of different investment markets and products will be an advantage.

Receptionist
You will attend to clients’ requests and provide necessary information.

Accountant
Will maintain the books of accounts of the company.

Stockbroker
Will act as financial adviser to the clients by making recommendations on whether to buy or sell particular securities.

Apply now
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