Malaria Implementation Officer at USAID Nigeria

The USAID supported Malaria Action Program for States (MAPS), is a 5-year project aimed at implementing the USAID mandate of improving malaria control at scale in nine (9) states namely; Benue, Cross-River, Ebonyi, Kogi, Nasarawa, Oyo, Zamfara, Akwa-Ibom, Kebbi and the country office Abuja.


Malaria Consortium (MC), one of the implementing partners of the MAPS project, now seeks to employ professionals with expertise in implementing malaria programme activities in the Kogi office of the programme.


Job Title: Malaria Implementation Officer 

The Malaria Implementation Officer will be based in the Kogi state office of the MAPS project. S/he will be responsible for the implementation of Malaria technical activities as well as Malaria control strategies at the State, LGAs, health facilities and grass-root levels. The officer will represent the project in Malaria Technical Groups and other relevant health coordinating committees with the approval of the state coordinator.

Other key responsibilities include:

    »   Coordinate the implementation of State-based activities on malaria prevention (including LLIN distribution, use and monitoring);
    »   Provide support for malaria case management (diagnosis and treatment) within the state including support for LMIS;
    »   Provide technical support to states to improve intermittent preventive therapy for pregnant women;
    »   Provide technical support for capacity building on malaria technical areas including training of personnel at the state ministry of health and other facilities;
    »   Provide technical expertise at the state level to the SMCP as it relates to all issues on capacity building for the Management of malaria control;

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Medical degree and a post-graduate qualification in Public Health, Epidemiology or other related discipline. S/he must have at least 5 years' work experience in public health particularly in malaria programme services or service delivery. Prior knowledge of the operations of public and private sector stakeholders within the aid sector is essential. Excellent communication skills with hands-on computer proficiency is also required.

Terms and Conditions of Employment

The appointment term will be a period of up to 15 months, with an initial 6 months probationary period.

How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a copy of their recent CV using the name of the position as subject of the email through the email maps@gridconsulting.net 

All applications must be submitted latest Friday, 5th December, 2014. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. 

CS Offshore Integrated Services Limited Job Vacancy

CS Offshore Integrated Services Limited, a leading Ship Management Company with their Head office in Middle East is having the vacancy below for their branch office in Nigeria.

CS Offshore Integrated Services Limited is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: HSE Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Description 

• We are looking to hire HSE Officer for our office based in Nigeria.

Requirements

• Candidate should have minimum 3 years of experience in handling offshore vessels project.
• Candidate should be well versed with safety terms as ISM, ISPS, MLC, DPA, SSP, SSA, MLC Conventions and should be well versed with auditing, risk assessment.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV's to: ekta@cs-offshore.com Also please mention your current package, expected package per month in Naira and notice period to join.

Note: Please note that offshore vessels experience is must.

Application Deadline 29th November, 2014 

Vacancies at Pharma-Deko Plc - Nigeria

Pharma-Deko Plc is a reputable pharmaceutical/consumer manufacturing company, with over 50 years history in the manufacturing and marketing of pharmaceutical and healthcare consumer products.


Among the company’s range of products include PARKALIN cough range, VITACEE (syrup &drops), PHARDOL drops, REVITONE blood tonic, HEXEDENE mouth wash, BRETT mouth wash, sugar free SANS cream soda etc.

As a result of growth and expansion, we require a competent, highly motivated and dedicated individual to fill the below position:

Job Title: Management Trainee Programme
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities)

• Pharma-Deko Plc Management Trainee Program is designed for fresh graduates in order to train and develop them as future leaders in the Finance, Human Resources, Logistics, Production, Regulatory, Sales and Marketing functions.
• The program stretches over a period of twelve months in which selected graduates will be rotated in various technical job functions with evaluation of progress at various intervals.
• The programme shall be base on practical learning and coaching; real assignments and responsibilities; as well as real results with focus on the contemporary Global economic challenges.
• Selected graduates will initially be based at our office/factory site in Agbara Ogun state and after a successful year of traineeship, Candidate will be given a permanent employment with the Company.

Qualification 

• A minimum of B.Sc (second class lower)/HND (upper credit) or its equivalent in any of the following field: Management & social Science, Pharmacy, Engineering and Biological Sciences
• NYSC discharge certificate
• Less than 2 years post graduate working experience
• Maximum of 26 years of age by December 2014
• Computer literate, able to use Microsoft office applications
• Excellent communication/presentation skills, drive and integrity will be required
• Fluency in English is compulsory; fluency in other International Language is an added advantage
• Must be open to relocation within Nigeria and be flexible to travel on short business assignments.
• Passion to understand the FMCG marketplace.

Job Title: Project Accountant
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities) 

• Successful Candidate shall collaborate with departmental heads in order to review and validate the financial schedules and cost/benefit analysis within the project investment appraisals and P1 Rs prior to submission for approval; and monitor such investments after approval.
• He / she shall ensure compliance of all accounting system, procedures and reports with established accounting standards and procedures in compliance with all government regulations and International Financial Reporting Standards as approved by the Management of the Company.
• In addition to above, he/she shall be responsible for the preparation of annual budgets, monthly management account and variance analysis and make recommendations to management when and where necessary.

Qualification and Experience Required

• B.Sc or HND in Accounting or other related field
• Candidate must be ACA qualified
• 5 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing Operations.
• Applicant must not be more than 40 years old
• Computer literacy and prior working knowledge of Accounting based software.
• Applicant must be able to demonstrate technical skills, integrity and confidentiality.
• A thorough and meticulous person with inquisitive/innovative mind

Job Title: Area Trade Marketing Manager
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities) 

• Core responsibility is to lead and manage a team of sales force effectively to achieve sales target and other selling and distribution objectives.
• Successful Candidate must be able to develop a regional marketing/sales plan and execute same. He/She is expected to be the Chief Business Manager for his/her region/territories.

Qualification

• A minimum of B.Pharm or its equivalent
• A registered member of the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria
• Minimum of 5 years cognate experience, 3 of which must be in sales management
• Excellent communication/presentation skills, drive and integrity will be required
• Computer literate, able to use Microsoft office applications including power point.
• Age not less than 35 years
• A valid Drivers’ License with driving experience
• Must be ready to work in any part of the Country

Job Title: Marketing Manager
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities) 

• The Candidates shall solely be responsible for marketing, public relations, advertising, branding, and more importantly improvement in sales of the Company’s product (Pharma and Consumer)
• He/She shall be responsible for the development of pricing strategies and long term marketing strategy for the company with the aim of maximizing the Organisation’s profits or market share while ensuring the customers are satisfied
• Successful candidates shall oversee product development as well as monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services

Qualification and Experience Required

• A minimum of B.Sc Degree in Marketing or related field
• A minimum of 5 years cognate experience in similar position with proven track records of achievement in an Organisation
• Applicant must not be more than 40 years old
• Fluency in English Language, excellent articulation and communication skills as well as ability to draft correspondence and reports are key
• Applicant must be able to demonstrate technical skills, integrity and confidentiality needed to carry out the Job.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office Excel and Power Point
• Flexibility in attending remotely to any issue that might come up after typical working hours
• A good knowledge of the Manufacturing Industry will be an added advantage

Job Title: Trade Marketing Representative 
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities) 

• Successful Candidate shall be responsible for the development of a robust trade territory as well as a sales plan which is capable of delivering market share and volumes needed to meet the company objectives.
• Successful Candidate shall also be responsible for the development of strategies for effective and constructive solutions to challenges/obstacles in making our products present and visible in open markets, pharmacy stores, distribution outlets, eateries, hotels, supermarkets, events/gatherings etc.

Qualification

• A minimum of B.Sc./HND in any discipline
• NYSC discharge certificate
• A valid Drivers' License with driving experience
• Minimum of 2 years cognate experience in Sales Operation and Business Development
• Age between 25-30 years
• Computer literate, able to use Microsoft office applications
• Excellent communication/presentation skills, drive and integrity will be required
• Fluency in the major Nigerian languages is an added advantage
• Must be ready to work in any part of the country
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Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Managing Director
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities) 

• The Candidates shall provide high level of Strategic, Administrative and Professional supports to the Managing Director for the purpose of effective and efficient Management of the Organisation
• He/She shall manage and maintain the Managing Director’s extremely busy and constantly changing diaries as well as liaise with the Board Members, Company Secretary and others within the framework approved by the Managing Director on his behalf
• Successful candidates shall be responsible for the coordination of reports from various Executives and Departmental Heads, review and analyse such reports and flag issues of urgency to the Managing Director’s attention.

Qualification and Experience Required

• A minimum of B.Sc Degree in Social Science or related qualification
• A minimum of 5 years cognate experience in similar position with proven track records of achievement in a large organisation
• Applicant must not be more than 35 years old
• Fluency in English Language, excellent articulation and communication skills as well as ability to draft correspondence and reports are key
• Applicant must be able to demonstrate technical skills, integrity and confidentiality needed to carry out the Job.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office Excel and Power Point
• Flexibility in attending remotely to any issue that might come up after typical working hours
• A good knowledge of the Manufacturing Industry will be an added advantage
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Job Title: Technical Head
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities) 

• Successful Candidate shall manage the engineering functions of the factory and the facilities available in such a manner that efficiency and availability targets are met.
• Also, he/she shall be responsible for coordinating Maintenance for Machines and Facilities as Scheduled and that the Maintenance expenditure is contained within the approved budget.
• Successful Candidates shall be responsible for ensuring that long term facilities plans and Machine procurement are aligned with the business strategy.
• Other responsibilities include ensuring that Safety standards are adhered to, Safeguard well controlled utility bills, Specify system requirement or direct modification of parts to ensure conformance optimum performance of machinery/aid smooth production run, Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain machinery/equipment, systems and processes to meet production requirements etc

Qualification and Experience Required

• B.Eng or HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 8 years of relevant extensive experience in FMCG or Food Manufacturing industry.
• Candidate must have Canning and Bottling Line experience
• Applicant must not be more than 40 years old
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Leadership skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Good Communication and interpersonal skills

Job Title: Chemical Analyst
Location: Lagos
Relevance (Key Responsibilities)
Successful candidate shall be responsible for carrying out world class physical and chemical analytical evaluation for Raw, Intermediate and Finished products to reflect their true quality integrity in accordance with the Company requirement and other international compendia.

• He/She shall coordinate preparation, standardization and documentation of volumetric solution and other analytical reagents to ensure testing accuracy and reliability.
• He/She also shall partake in the generation/development of Testing Specification, Monographs, Standard Operating Procedures, Analytical Testing procedures and Equipment Operation & Calibration Procedures.

Qualification and Experience Required

• BSc or HND in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Industrial Chemistry
• 3 years of relevant experience in Food Manufacturing and/or Pharmaceutical Production Operations
• Applicant must not be more than 35 years old
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Applicant must be able to demonstrate technical skills, integrity and confidentiality
• A thorough and meticulous person with inquisitive/innovative mind
  

How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward current their curriculum vitae; cover letter/application letter stating achievements/profile, career development and current remuneration; and a recent photograph to:career@pharmadekoplc.com (using the position applied for as the subject of the mail)
Or 
The Human Resources Manager,
Pharma-Deko Plc,
P.O. Box 1479,
Apapa-Lagos.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline 10th December, 2014 

Google Business Internship Programme 2015 - Lagos Nigeria

Google is not a conventional company, and we don't intend to become one. True, we share attributes with the world's most successful organizations - a focus on innovation and smart business practices comes to mind - but even as we continue to grow, we're committed to retaining a small-company feel. 
At Google, we know that every employee has something important to say, and that every employee is integral to our success. We provide individually-tailored compensation packages that can be comprised of competitive salary, bonus, and equity components, along with the opportunity to earn further financial bonuses and rewards. Googlers thrive in small, focused teams and high-energy environments, believe in the ability of technology to change the world, and are as passionate about their lives as they are about their work.

At Google, one Googler can make a huge impact, and it’s no different with our interns--they are key players in our daily innovation. Our internships expose you to the technology industry, as well as provide opportunities for personal and professional development. As an intern, you’ll have the opportunity to work on projects core to Google’s business, whether it be Sales, Google for Work or Marketing.

Google invites applications from interested candidates to fill the below position:

Job Title: Business Intern 2015

Location: Lagos
Job type: Intern
Team or role: Marketing & Communications; People Operations; Sales & Account Management; Product & Customer Support

Responsibilities 

• Responsibilities and detailed projects will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.

Area:

• Business Internships are typically offered in the following business areas:

Sales and Customer Service:

• Google’s Advertising Sales and Global Customer Service roles find innovative solutions that meet our clients’ changing needs.
• We identify business challenges, collaboratively shape solutions that drive strategic initiatives and keep clients informed of the ways Google products can enhance their online and offline presence.

People Operations:

• Google's People Operations roles are focused on redefining "human resources" and preserving Google's unique culture in the way we attract, hire, develop and reward talented people.

Marketing:

• Google’s Marketing team applies the same level of creative originality to Google’s marketing campaigns that the company has applied to online search and advertising.
• We support Google’s growth and business generating efforts through effective and results-focused marketing campaigns for both business and consumer products.

Africa Internship Program:

• The Africa team focuses on accessibility, relevance, and outreach.
• They want to make it easier for African users to access information on the internet, deliver more relevant content, and build relationships with Africans who are building the internet.
• Recent efforts in those areas – like Getting African Businesses Online, Gmail SMS, and Google Trader – empower Africans to make better use of technology in their daily lives.

Large Customer Sales: 

• Our Large Customer Sales teams partner closely with many of the world’s biggest advertisers and agencies to develop digital solutions that build strong businesses and brands.
• We enjoy a bird’s eye view on the massive transformation occurring as advertising shifts to mobile and online platforms. We're uniquely situated to help shape how companies grow their businesses in the digital age.
• We advise clients on Google's broad range of products across search, video and mobile to help them connect instantly and seamlessly with their audiences.

Google for Work:

• We've helped millions of employees and organizations around the world to "go Google."
• As masters of cloud computing, the Google for Work team helps small and large businesses, educational institutions and government agencies discover the wonders of "the cloud" and work smarter.
• Our technical and sales teams design and implement solutions for these organizations with custom features, security and support -- all with Google's philosophy of innovation and ease of use in mind.

Minimum qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program and maintaining student status throughout the internship. Priority given to students graduating end of 2015 or in 2016.
• Returning to education on a full-time basis upon completing the internship.
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 10 weeks and up to 6 months at Google.

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous internship experience in Sales, Advertising, Consulting, Analysis, Customer Service, Marketing, Finance or related fields.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• We offer a range of internships across EMEA and durations and start dates vary according to a project and location.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and our recruitment team will determine where you fit best based on your resume.
• All hiring will be complete by May 2015.
• Thank you for your patience while we consider your application.

 Application Deadline  30th March, 2015 

Jobs Vacancies at Health Plus Limited Nigeria

Health Plus Limited is Nigeria's 1st Integrative Pharmacy, the fastest growing pharmacy chain in West Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Management Accountant
Location: Nigeria
Job Description 

• Do you have unrivaled management accountant skills within a retail environment?
• Do you have strong commercial acumen?
• Is analysis and problem solving your passion?
• Do you get excited talking about the numbers and detail?
• Do you know your way around MS Excel, ERP softwares?
• Work with and interpret financial models, analyse retail metrics and provide recommendations
• Forecasting and budgeting
• We are seeking an exceptional Management Accountant for our Finance Group, for the timely and accurate preparation, review and analysis of financial data.
• Your ability to hit the ground running, and get the job done each month should be second to none. You’ll work across the full business, gaining exceptional commercial acumen in your role. We've got some challenging projects coming up, so we’re looking for someone with a genuine passion for analysing our business.
• Key elements of the role
• Do you thrive on providing the business with reliable reporting and process improvement?
• Do you have excellent planning and communication skills and experience working with multiple stakeholders?
• Partnership with all functions in the business in all financial activities
• Be the business “Go-to” person for finance reporting and month end information
• Presenting financial information to the Management team
• Providing insightful commentary on performance vs. forecast, prior year and budget
• Ownership of Month end reporting
•  

Desired Skills and Experience
The ingredients you need to be extraordinary in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting with 6 years minimum experience in a structured organisation, 2 years of which must be in a managerial capacity
• Experience in a fast growing company or in the retail or fast food industry is an advantage
• A critical thinker with high attention to detail
• Strong commercial acumen
• Demonstrated process improvement
• Extraordinary interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional membership of ACA/ACCA is an added advantage
• Experience with ERP Softwares & BI tools
• Impressive Excel skills
• Proven presentation skills to both finance and non-finance individuals
• Passion for working with the business to achieve key goals

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online 

Jobs Vacancies at Trivest Technologies Limited

Trivest is an ICT Systems Integrator, incorporated in 2001. We are a local company with a global mindset, offering industry-leading quality Integrated Security Systems products and services, covering Access Control (Physical & Logical), Intrusion Detection, IP Surveillance and Visitor Management.

Trivest Technologies Limited is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Marketing Executives
Location: Lagos
Responsibilities
Successful candidates are responsible for: 

• Analyzing and investigating price, demand and competition
• Devising and presenting ideas and strategies
• Monitoring performance
• Managing campaigns on social media
• Promotional activities
• Compiling and distributing financial and statistical information
• Writing reports
• Organizing events and product exhibitions

Qualifications
This offer is opened to graduates from any degree discipline. However, professional certifications or postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject such as marketing, business or statistics will be an added advantage.

Key Skills

• Good teamwork skills
• Commercial awareness
• Numerical skills
• IT skills
• Communication skills
• Adaptability
• Good organization and planning skills
• Creativity

How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicant should forward their cover letter and CV to:  
jobs@trivest-group.com

Application Deadline 3rd December, 2014